Background

• Diving •

Diving at Koh Lipe

some of the most outstanding reefs and spectacular scenery in the Andaman Sea

Koh Lipe & the Tarutao National Marine Park has some of the most outstanding reefs & spectacular scenery in the Andaman Sea. With diving possible year round, the numerous islands of the Butang archepelago offer an abundance of diverse marine life no matter when you choose to visit, although for optimum diving conditions we recommend choosing your actual dive dates around the half moon period in any month as then you will have the least current and typically the better visibility as a result. You can check those dates here.

https://www.calendar-12.com/moon_phases/2023

Keira’s diving trips & courses offer comfort, flexibility & individual attention during your diving experience on Koh Lipe.

All dive trips take place either on a speedboat for the far away away sites or on a longtail boat for the close by destinations.  Both diving boats have full shaded & sun areas.

Private trip options enable you to have more control over where you wish to dive. It allows for more flexibility also  with having later or earlier start times & the option to take absolute beginners to safe & compatible dive sites in accordance with their ability or conversely the option to take more experienced divers to the more challenging sites should they so choose. You can upgrade to a private guide or instructor for just 1,000 THB extra per day.

Inclusions : All trips & courses include instruction by Keira, all PADI materials, PADI certification fees, full set of SCUBA equipment, lunch & water & scuba diving insurance. A full set of equipment includes mask, snorkel, fins, BCD, Regulator & wetsuit (if you choose to wear one) Diving computers can be rented for just 300baht per day.

Enjoy a 10% discount on the below rates when diving between June 10th & October 10th 2023

Introduction Dives

PADI Introduction Dives
The PADI Intro dive program is a relaxed and safe introduction to scuba diving, closely supervised by Keira. We will teach you some basic skills and review the safety aspects of diving before you enjoy your dives to 12 meters!

We specialise in small groups for your safety and enjoyment. It’s normal to have 2 divers per instructor, but guarantee no more than 3/4 students per instructor.

Can’t swim? Don’t worry, you do not have to be a strong swimmer to partake in our Discover Scuba Program, we do most of the work for you!

If you can’t swim or are a little bit nervous about the dive then we strongly suggest that you complete the skills practice in the confined water before going out on the boat.

Discover Scuba Diving Options
1 Dive 2,700 THB
2 Dives/1 Day 4,500 THB
1 Dive/1 Confined skills practice (non swimmers) +1,000 THB
Additional Day – no skills 2,200 THB

For Discover SCUBA diving you start by having a short theory session in the shop before your instructor will show you your equipment. Then there is a quick dive quiz to ensure you understand the training briefing.

After that we will give you a general dive briefing on what to expect underwater. Teaching you techniques to clear your ears, how to swim underwater and show you all the fish that you might see whilst diving.

Dive Skills
There are 3 different dive skills to complete for the Discover SCUBA Diving experience.

Skill 1 – Clearing your regulator.
Skill 2 – Finding your regulator.
Skill 3 – Clearing your mask.

Once you have completed the skills you are ready to dive.

Koh Lipe and all the surrounding islands are protected as National Marine Park. There are limited vehicles (only motorbike taxis) on the islands and everything is within a comfortable walking distance. Due to Koh Lipe’s marine park status there is a marine park entry fee of 200 baht which is payable at the marine park desk in Pak Bara pier on check in for your boat to Lipe You must keep this ticket for the duration of your stay and if you wish to go snorkeling you’ll be asked to present this ticket to enter the snorkeling spots.

If you wish to dive there is an additional 200 baht Marine park diving fee per days diving payable at the dive shop on the day your dives.

DEPOSITS
A non-refundable deposit of 1,000 THB per person is required for Introductory dives

CANCELLATIONS
We require advance notice for cancellations and/or changes to your booking.
Any no-shows/cancellations after 7pm the evening prior to diving, will not
be refunded and require full payment.
(+5 % charge where applicable)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!

Rated The Number 1 Boat Trip on Koh Lipe.
Keirita’s Yoga & Diving is currently rated the number 1 boat trip on Tripadvisor! Join me for some daily diving around the beautiful reefs of Tarutao National Marine Park.

You can also see our customer yoga and diving reviews on the Keiritas Yoga & Diving Tripadvisor & Google pages

PADI Courses

PADI Certification Courses


Certification Courses Price (THB)
Scuba Diver (2 dives / 2-3 days) 12,000
Open Water (4 dives / 4 days) 16,000
Advanced Adventurer (5 dives / 2-3 days) 13,000
Advanced + Nitrox (5 dives / 2 Nitrox tanks / 3 days) 15,500
React Right (1 day) 6,000
Stress and Rescue (4 days) 15,000
Divemaster 40,000


PADI Speciality Courses


Certification Courses Price
Nitrox specialty (1 dive) 6,000
Deep specialty (4 dives / 2 days) 9,000
Photo specialty (2 dives / 1 day, incl. camera) 7,000
Buoyancy specialty (2 dives / 1 day) 6,000
Marine Ecology 6,000
Wave, Tides and Currents 6,000
Navigation Diver 6,000
Wreck Diver 6,000


Conservation Courses
Conservation Dives Price (THB)
Conservation Dive (Fishing Net Removal) 2,000
Coral Propagation Workshop 4,000
Coral Propagation Course (planting coral and gardening) 10,000
Conservation Specialty Bundle (Coral Prop, Coral ID, Marine Ecology) 15,000


Equipment Rental
Daily Equipment Rental Price (THB)
Dive computer (per day) 300
Digital underwater camera (per day) 1,500
Nitrox 1 tank (on top of diving price) 300


COMPLETE THE THEORY BEFORE YOU ARRIVE!

Cut down the amount of hours spent in the classroom on your diving holiday, and complete your theory online and in your own time at home! This means more time in the water when you get here and more free time for other island activities!

Enroll now for computer, tablet or mobile based access to the Open Water Manual and Video. Integrated into seamless, guided online learning.


DEPOSITS
Deposit of 1,000 THB (fun divers) or 3000 THB (courses) are non-refundable.

CANCELLATIONS
We require advance notice for cancellations and/or changes to your booking.
Any no-shows/cancellations after 7pm the evening prior to diving, will not
be refunded and require full payment.
(+5 % charge where applicable)

COURSES
If for any reason you cannot complete a training course, you will receive
partial refund for the sections not completed.
If you require additional training to meet the course requirements, we reserve the right
to charge for additional dives and pool sessions.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!

PADI Open Water Course 3 to 3.5 days

The PADI open water course is suitable for those who do not already hold a scuba diving license,who can swim & are comfortable in water & have no medical issues which are not compatible with scuba diving. Please read the medical form in the link below.

Open Water Course FACS


What’s involved? 
This course requires 3.5 to 4 days to complete. You have the option to complete the theory online before coming also. This will save you some time when here. Simply send me an email with your preference.

The first two days are of theory, equipment set ups, briefings and confined water training dives.  The training will take place approximately between the times of 9am to 4:30pm. Your times will vary depending on the tides but you can expect to busy with the course over a period of 6/7 hours per day)

The following two days will consist of completing your 4 PADI open water dives. The first two dives of your PADI course will be to a maximum depth of 12 meters. The last two open water dives can be to a maximum depth of 18 meters.

(This is the maximum depth that your license will allow you upon completion of your PADI Open Water Course. Start times are sometimes flexible should have a preference for earlier or later start times.

What’s included?

This course includes instruction by Keira, all PADI materials, PADI certification fees, Scuba diving equipment, lunch, water and scuba diving insurance. A full set of equipment includes mask, snorkel, fins, BCD, Regulator, dive computer & wetsuit should you choose to wear one. Water temperature varies from

26c to 30 degrees Celsius  or 79 to 86 Fahrenheit year round.

How many people will be on the course with me?

The maximum number of students per course is 4. Should you prefer a private course then please add 1,000 baht per day if you are requesting a private course for 1 person or 500 baht per person per day for a private course for 2 people. If you are a group of 3 or more people then there is no additional charge for private instruction.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

No you do not, however you do need to be able to support yourself in the water. There are two basic swimming tests to complete, a 200 meter swim (any style with no time limit) & a 10 minute float before you can start the course. The option for a 300 meter snorkel with mask snorkel and fins is also allowed in lieu of the 200 meter swim.

How important is the medical form?

Very important! You will be breathing compressed air during the course and going to depth some some conditions like asthma may not allow you to dives. Also some medications are also not compatible with diving.  You can review this medical form just below. Should you answer yes or feel unsure about your medical history then you will have to consult with your doctor before beginning the course. https://www.padi.com/downloads

Fun Dives

Fun Diving in Koh Lipe

IN SOME OF THE MOST BREATHTAKING REEFS IN THE ANDAMAN SEA

Fundiving rates are applicable to certified divers who hold a valid diving license & have dived recently, as in the last 12 months or so.  Keira will provide you with thorough and comprehensive dive briefings, debriefing and logging of your dives.

Fun Dive Price (per person) / Price (per dive)
1 Dive 1,600 THB
2 to 4 Dives 1,500 THB
5 to 7 Dives 1,400 THB
8 to 10 Dives 1,300 THB
11+ Dives 1,200 THB

Prices are fully inclusive of diving equipment rental, lunch, drinking water, Diving Insurance & divemaster fees.

10% Discount during our Green Season! (May 15th-October 15th)

Should you have your own set of equipment you can receive a 500baht discount on the above price. A full set of equipment is mask, snorkel, fins, BCD, Reg & wetsuit. Water temperatures range from 27 to 30 degrees / 79 to 86 fahrenheit year round.

PRIVATE GUIDING +500 baht per dive

If it has been a while since you last dived then you may need to review your scuba diving skills. If you have been away from diving for 6 months or longer then we can offer you a choice of refresher courses.

Private Boats Available.

We have the option to book a private boat for your diving day. You can choose from your own private Traditional Thai Longtail Boat, your own private Custom built Diving Speedboat, or even our Luxury VIP Catamaran! Please contact us for pricing, options, availability and further details.

Rental Equipment THB
Dive computer (per day) 300
Digital underwater camera (per day) 1000
Enriched Air Tank Rental THB
1 tank (on top of diving price) 300
10 tank package 2,500

DEPOSITS

A non-refundable deposit of 1,000 THB per person is required for fundives

CANCELLATIONS
We require advance notice for cancellations and/or changes to your booking.
Any no-shows/cancellations after 7pm the evening prior to diving, will not
be refunded and require full payment.
(+5 % charge where applicable)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!

Rated The Number 1 Boat Trip on Koh Lipe.

Keirita’s Yoga & Diving is currently rated the number 1 boat trip on Tripadvisor! Join me for some daily diving around the beautiful reefs of  Tarutao National Marine Park.

You can also see our customer yoga and diving reviews on the Keiritas Yoga & Diving Tripadvisor & Google pages

Refreshers

Scuba Refresher

Price – 2,500 THB
Duration- 1 Day – 1 Dive

For Private instruction +500 THB

This basic refresher is for those who have not dived in a year or more. It also includes 1 dive in the Marine Park. We will review the basic dive theory, the set up of your scuba gear & practice some mask, regulator, buoyancy & emergency skills at the start of your dive on a shallow sand patch close to the reef.

If you wish to spend further time on your buoyancy skills you can also enroll in a Buoyancy speciality course which is a fun way to fine tune your breathing and buoyancy. A great choice if you wish to experience closer and safer interactions with the reef and build more confidence. It can also count as one dive towards your PADI Advanced Open Water Course!

Full Scuba Scuba Review (with Confined Training)

Price – 5,000 THB

Duration – 1 or 2 Days – 2 Dives

For Private Instruction +500 THB per dive

This is a fully comprehensive program suitable for those who have not dived in over 2 years. We review dive theory with you and take you through your equipment setup. We will review the full set of skills from your Open water course. The training will be conducted in water shallow enough in which to stand & in a controlled environment off one of the stunning beaches of Lipe.

Training will be followed by two supervised dives in the National Marine Park around Koh Lipe, where you can take your time, regain lost confidence & be reminded of how amazing & mesmerising it was when you first learned to dive

If you are a certified diver and have dived within the last 6 months to a year then you can join the daily dive trips around Koh Lipe. You can do 1- 4 dives per day guided by Keira who has been teaching and guiding divers in Lipe since 2012. Our diving groups consist of a maximum of 3 / 4 divers per guide so that everyone can enjoy a relaxed and safe diving experience.

Koh Lipe and all the surrounding islands are protected as National Marine Park. There are limited vehicles (only motorbike taxis) on the islands and everything is within a comfortable walking distance. Due to Lipe’s marine park status there is a marine park entry fee of 200 baht which is payable at the marine park desk in Pak Bara pier on check in for your boat to Lipe You must keep this ticket for the duration of your stay and if you wish to go snorkeling you’ll be asked to present this ticket to enter the snorkeling spots.

If you wish to dive there is an additional 200 baht Marine park diving fee per days diving payable at the dive shop on the day your diving

DEPOSITS

A non-refundable deposit of 1,000 THB per person is required for Introductory dives
CANCELLATIONS
We require advance notice for cancellations and/or changes to your booking.
Any no-shows/cancellations after 7pm the evening prior to diving, will not
be refunded and require full payment.
(+5 % charge where applicable)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!

Rated The Number 1 Boat Trip on Koh Lipe.

Keirita’s Yoga & Diving is currently rated the number 1 boat trip on Tripadvisor! Join me for some daily diving around the beautiful reefs of Tarutao Marine Park.

  • ‘we had an amazing time!’

    I just want you to know one thing, we had an amazing time! Keira is one of a kind. We have all very much enjoyed yoga with Keira, who is a sensitive and relaxed teacher.

    Liat Tal
    Israel, January 2017
  • ‘I had an amazing week’

    I would recommend Keira without a doubt, she is such a lovely teacher. I had an amazing week and the yoga was fantastic.

    Tara Pridgeon
    UK, February 2010
Read our customer reviews and see photos of our Yoga and diving retreats.

Keirita’s Yoga Phi Phi

Tripadvisor reviews and Facebook page for Keritias Yoga Koh Phi Phi

(keiritas yoga phi phi has now moved)

Keirita’s Yoga Koh Lipe

Tripadvisor reviews and facebook page for Keritias Yoga Koh

· · ·

logo-lite