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PADI 5 Star, Gold Palm IDC Dive Resort Ko Lanta Thailand

 

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Welcome to Scubafish - more than just a Dive Centre...

Cavern DiverExperience some of the best diving in Thailand, from our small and personal, eco-friendly PADI 5 STAR Gold Palm IDC Dive Resort and Retail Centre.

 

Located on the beach in Kan Tiang Bay, Ko Lanta, Thailand, Scubafish dive school offers the full range of PADI dive courses, daily diving trips, resorts & accommodation, things to do on Ko Lanta, advice on booking a Similans Liveaboard Trip, and lots of useful information about the tropical islands and coral reefs of Ko Lanta.

 


Diving Ko Lanta, means to experience some of the most spectacular diving in Thailand. The warm waters, great visibility, vivid colours and range of dive sites mean that that, whether you want to learn to dive, or are a certified scuba diver already, you're sure to find plenty to enjoy on every dive you make.

 

The four main dive destinations we make daily trips to are: Ko Haa, Ko Rok, Ko Phi Phi and Hin Daeng & Hin Muang. We also make dive trips to the King Cruiser Wreck, Shark Point and Anemone Reef. Please contact us if you would like any further help or information.

 


We believe small is best when it comes to diving, so we promise you small groups, an unbeatable level of personal service, and above all, a great time.


 

Glassfish in Cavern If you would like to learn to dive, please have a look at the PADI Open Water Course or PADI Discover Scuba Diving Koh Lanta Diving programme.

 

With our reputation for high quality personal service, dedication to the marine environment and love of the aquatic world, we offer you a unique diving experience.

 

Let our Marine Education Centre feed your fascination and appreciation of the ocean's secrets, and our Underwater Digital Imaging Academy inspire your creative side.

 

Experience some of the best diving in Thailand from Lanta's small and personal, eco-friendly, PADI 5 Star Dive Resort.

 

If you want to learn to dive you can start right now! Sign up for the new on-line PADI eLearning system.

 

PADI e-Learning

 

Save valuable holiday time and complete the theory part of the PADI Open Water Course on-line, before you come on holiday. Give yourself up to a year to complete your online knowledge development, and gain lifetime access to the PADI Open Water Diver Manual online [learn more...].

 

Underwater PhotographerIf you're interested in Underwater Videography and Photography then you've come to the right place. Scubafish is home to LIQUID LENSE - a well established and published Underwater Videography and Photography company. We offer PADI Speciality courses in Underwater Digital Photography and Underwater Videography, and a limited number of UW Videography Internships each year.

 

Learning to dive is an experience that changes your life. Allowing yourself to breathe underwater is strange at first, and the feeling of weightlessness is both exhilarating and freeing. Most people find the time they spend underwater is deeply relaxing and full of awe-inspiring beauty. It can be challenging to overcome your fears and anxieties, but we are here to help you and to make your underwater experiences as rewarding as possible.

Baan Laanta Resort's large swimming pool is a great way to ease into a course gently. We are keen for you to learn at your own pace and encourage our students to take as much time as they need to get confident in the pool before completing the open water sections of the course.

We keep group sizes small to ensure you get the most out of each fun dive. Our emphasis is on safety, fun and personal service within a relaxed and stress-free environment.

 

Our experienced PADI Divemasters know the dive sites extremely well, and will be happy to discuss what you would like to see, and the type of dive or snorkel experience you would like to have. Each dive is personally planned wih the divers in each group, to ensure you enjoy each and every dive you make with us.

A full breifing is provided at each site, with helpful tips on what to look for, safety information, and the most interesting places to visit.

 


2010 Project AWARE Card

Posted: May 5th, 2009, by saffron

projectawarecardCast your vote for the next Project AWARE version of the PADI certification card. The most popular vote will be featured as the 2010 limited edition card and become a central fundraiser for global conservation projects.

Divers and PADI Professionals can receive the Project AWARE version of their certification card with a minimum donation of AUD$10 toward underwater conservation.

Oki & Amena’s Dream Dive Package

Posted: April 19th, 2009, by Phil

Do you often find yourself day-dreaming about your next underwater adventure and what exciting encounters await you? For lucky Oki & Amena from Shanghai in China, their Scubafish diving holiday exceeded all their wildest dreams. During a five day diving package, Oki & Amena encountered no less than 3 Whalesharks, a Manta Ray, 3 Leopard Sharks and 2 Turtles.

Oki & Amena had this to say about their dream package:

“After a year not diving, we came to Scubafish and experienced this amazing array of spectacular visual euphoria & delight:

Day 1: Leopard Shark, Hawksbill Turtle & lots of beautiful fish
Day 2: Two Leopard Sharks and another lovely Turtle
Day 3: Yet another Leopard Shark encounter and a school of Barracuda.
Day 4: Two up close & personal Whaleshark encounters
Day 5: Another incredible Whaleshark sighting and a Manta Ray circling the reef!

….It was like a dream - what a perfect way to remind us why diving is such a miracle….

Thank you Scubafish!”

If you would like your dive adventures to live up to your day-dreamsthen sign up for a diving package with Scubafish and experience the Andaman at its very best….

Oki & Amena get up close and personal with a Whaleshark at Ko Haa

Oki & Amena get up close and personal with a Whaleshark at Ko Haa

Lanta becomes a Whaleshark Mecca…

Posted: April 19th, 2009, by Phil

The recent new moon brought no shortage of action to the waters surrounding Ko Lanta, with lucky Scubafish divers enjoying daily Whaleshark encounters & even one day with both a Manta Ray & a Whaleshark on the same dive site.

It is thought that the new moon triggered a coral spawning event in the region that attracted Whalesharks from far & wide, but whatever the reason, Scubafish customers were understandably delighted to enjoy regular close encounters with these gentle giants.

Hin Daeng & Ko Haa were the main focus of the action, with no less than six separate encounters over the space of just four days, including one incredible day at Hin Daeng when a Manta Ray put in an appearance as well. March and April are famous for Whaleshark sightings in the Andaman Sea, but no-one can remember quite so many Whaleshark sightings in such a short period of time. And with another new moon fast approaching, Scubafish staff & divers are all hoping for another spree of magical Whaleshark encounters…

Lucky Scubafish divers with a curious Whaleshark

Lucky Scubafish divers with a curious Whaleshark

Dive for Earth Day 2009

Posted: March 23rd, 2009, by saffron

Dive for Earth Day 2009

Dive for Earth Day 2009


Make a world of difference this Earth Day, 22 April 2009

Earth is a water planet and the planet needs our help. Why? Climate change is a major threat with increased ocean temperatures and ocean acidification impacting fragile underwater environments. Dive for Earth Day is an extraordinary opportunity to take action and help address the underwater issues that concern you most.

How can you help?

Individual Divers and Water Enthusiasts:
Volunteer today! Sign up for the Scubafish Dive for Earth Day event in Kantiang Bay and choose to participate in the Asia Pacific Fish Survey, Coral Reef Monitoring Project or Beach and Underwater Cleanup activities.

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Why Koh Lanta is THE BEST dive destination in Thailand

Posted: December 16th, 2008, by Tina

Many tourists and divers have heard of Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Phuket, Phi Phi and The Similan Islands. All of these destinations are fantastic and offer something unique to divers and tourists alike. However, nestled along the West coast of Thailand – Koh Lanta has something to offer everyone, and is still relatively unpublicised. Here are SIX reasons, which when combined – lead me to believe that Koh Lanta is simply THE BEST dive destination in Thailand. Continue reading »

IDC & IE Schedule 2008-09

Posted: November 27th, 2008, by sumner

Are you interested in embarking on an exciting new career with the PADI Instructor Course?

Learn to teach scuba diving in Ko Lanta, Thailand. Have fun, earn money and dive some of the best dive sites in the world. Get certified as a PADI Dive Instructor with Scubafish PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Resort in Ko Lanta, Thailand.

PADI IDC & Instructor Examination Schedule 2008-2009

2009
Prep
IDC
IE
AI
OWSI
January
01-03
04-07
08-13
16-18 Phuket
February
28-30 (Jan)
01-04
05-10
13-15 Phuket
March
28-30 (Feb)

01-04

05-10

13-15 Phuket

April
27-29 (Mar)
30-02
03-08
09-10 Lanta
May
07-09

10-13
14-19

22-25 Phuket

June
July
25-27 (June)
28-01

02-07

10-12 Phuket

August
30 (July) - 01
02-05
06-11
14-16 Phuket
September
27-29 (Aug)

30-02

03-08

11-13 Phuket

October
01-03
04-07
08-13
16-18 Phuket
November
11-13

14-17

18-23

24-25 Lanta

December
25-27 (Nov)
28-01
03-08
11-13 Phuket

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New Skills Polish course from Liquid Lense…

Posted: November 20th, 2008, by Phil

Scubafish divers can now benefit from the new Skills Polish Course from Liquid LenseScubafish divers can now benefit from the new Skills Polish course from Liquid Lense.

Liquid Lense - Ko Lanta’s Underwater Digital Imaging Academy - has added a great new course to its range of Underwater Photography & Videography courses. The new Skills Polish Course is a one-day refresher session available for divers who have some experience of underwater photography already, but would like to polish up on their skills at the start of their diving holiday.

‘For most budding underwater photographers, the chance to get in the water with a camera only comes around a couple of times a year. So it makes perfect sense to brush up on skills at the start of a diving holiday. That way, you know for certain that the photos you take will match your expectations and make for enjoyable memories for many years to come.’ says Phil, of Liquid Lense.

For more details on our Skills Polish course, visit our Academy or book yourself in for a Skills Polish as part of your dive package with Scubafish.

Low is the new High!!!

Posted: August 16th, 2008, by Tina

This year we stayed on Koh Lanta for low season, which falls between April/May and September/October. We imagined low season would bring days and days of nonstop rain, treacherous storms and very little diving. Despite how unappealing this prospect may seem, we were intrigued to see the change in nature and culture as the island flowed through the seasons from hot, dry and busy, to hot, wet, and quiet. In addition to this, everything is cheaper during low season, and the low cost of living bought us plenty of time for relaxing and contemplating over new projects and ideas. Continue reading »

International Cleanup Day

Posted: August 11th, 2008, by saffron

Scubafish is participating in several events this year as part of the 2008 International Clean Up Day Activities in association with Project AWARE, Greenfins, Green World Foundation and local school children from 7 schools in Ko Lanta.

International Clean Up Day 2008
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TripAdvisor Reviews of Scubafish Dive Centre

Posted: July 17th, 2008, by saffron

Scubafish Dive Centre - Ko Lanta, Thailand is featured on TripAdvisor.

Please read our latest reviews below. Please feel free to write your own review.

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