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PETCHERAT
SCUBA
DIVING
CENTRE
KOH
SAMUI - THAILAND
   
Welcome
to "Samui Diving".
A Petcherat Marina diving club and Dive Centre in Koh
Samui Thailand.Our dive team is managed and operated
by iDive diving club. Join our expert team of diving
guides and PADI instructors. Samui diving has never
been so much fun. We provide guided dive tours for the
qualified diver and the full range of PADI courses from
beginner to pro.
SPECIAL
PRICES
THE BEST VALUE PRICE FOR DIVING ON SAMUI
DAY DIVE TOURS ON PETCHERAT MARINA- iDIVE DIVING SPEEDBOAT
KOH TAO only 3999 baht
SAIL ROCK only 3799 baht
CHUMPON only 4399 baht.
day
dives include pick up and return to hotel, divemaster,
2 tanks, 2 dives, lunch, water and soft drinks.
The
warm clear waters of The Gulf of Thailand and its abundant
marine life gives you an ideal opportunity to take the
plunge and explore the underwater world that surrounds
these islands. Whether you are a certified diver or
a complete novice, there is a range of dive tours and
courses, which encompass all the major dive site destinations
- Koh Tao, the Angthong Marine Park and the famous Sail
Rock are all on the itinerary.
For
divers, the true treasures of the Gulf of Thailand are
hidden below the surface, where the vast panorama explodes
into a virtual symphony of colors and corals, the sight
of large schools of tropical fish, reef sharks and the
awe-inspiring whale shark. The wealth of aquatic life
combined with good visibility will delight underwater
photographers and marine naturalists.
Petcherat
Diving is located on the paradise island of Koh Samui
in the Gulf of Thailand. The Samui Archipelago offers
all year round diving, although conditions are not always
good around monsoon season between the middle of October
until early December. Our multi-lingual staff is professional,
friendly and experienced and has a vast knowledge of
the dive sites of Koh Samui, Koh Tao and the surrounding
islands.
We
pride ourselves in providing a personal diving service
that is low volume, low impact, reef aware and safety
conscious. The rental equipment is new and rigorously
maintained and the dive centre offers the very best
in PADI diver education.
Our
dive boats are fast speedboats which get to the dive
sites ahead of busy slow dive boats, for comfort we
limit the number of dive customers on board to just
ten. All meals and refreshments on board are free, as
are the air conditioned mini buses which transfer you
to and from the boat. So whatever you want from your
diving, at whatever level, we will provide you with
a relaxed, safe and fun environment for you to enjoy
your diving experience.
PRIVATE
DIVING CHARTERS
As
Samui’s private charter dive specialists, Petcherat
Marina the island’s premiere speedboat operator shares
our own philosophy of total commitment and dedication
to the delivery of the highest standards of safety,
service and customer satisfaction. Their safety record
is second to none, and has earned them the accolade
of providing the safety tender boat for the hyperbaric
chamber.
Petcherat’s
fleet of quality speedboats are all available for private
charter. This unrivalled range of powerboats of varying
size, configuration and engine capacity allows us to
work with you in putting together the ultimate tailor
made dive package. Dive courses and dive tours, will
be arranged to suit your own unique schedule and particular
requirements. with a private charter speedboat at your
service to take you to the very best dive destinations
in the Gulf of Thailand
Together
we offer tours and services that are imaginative and
in many cases unique and wholly innovative. We will
match your expectations and individual requirements
with the most suitable boat, tour destination and itinerary,
given prevailing weather and dive site conditions.
Our
objective, day in day out, is to provide you with a
professionally run and personalized diving service which
maximizes your relaxation, enjoyment and safety.
Koh
Tao
CHUMPON
PINNACLE
Starting
at 14 meters underwater and dropping off to over 35
meters, consisting of one large granite rock pinnacle
and a series of smaller ones, Chumphon is considered
by many to be Koh Tao’s premier site and not to be missed.
The top of the rock is carpeted with sea anemones and
attendant Pink Anemone Fish. You’ll also find some awesome
Giant Groupers amongst the rock with impressive schools
of Bat Fish, Jacks, Trevally and Barracuda. Grey Reef
Sharks are frequently sighted here as well as seasonal
visits from Whale Sharks.
SOUTHWEST PINNACLE
The site is dominated by one imposing and very beautiful
rock, the comparatively small summit of which lays just
below the surface at 5 meters, from which point the
rock formation then cascades down and out, joining the
sea floor at about 30 meters. Smaller pinnacles and
crevices spring from the main rock structure creating
some stunning underwater vistas. Here you’ll find resident
Giant Groupers , Blue Ringed Angelfish, Bannerfish and
huge shoals of Yellow Tailed Barracuda. Grey Reef Sharks
are also sometimes sighted here as are Whale Sharks
in season.
TWINS
As the name suggests this site comprises of a pair of
large rocks which lie just off the west side of the
picturesque island of Koh Nangyuan. One rock lies nearer
to the island at around 8 meters and the other further
out at around 16 meters. Between the two rocks you’ll
come across a lovely family of resident Clown Fish (
yes you’ve found Nemo!). Look out for White Eyed Moray
Eels, Blue Spotted Rays, Bannerfish, Butterflyfish,
Red Breasted Wrasse and the resident turtle.
GREEN ROCK
This site offers the diver an array of swim throughs
and tunnels found amidst a myriad of boulder and rock
formations stemming from the central pinnacle, which
starts at only 1 meter and reaches down to 28 meters.
Great opportunities to spot White Eyed Morays, Blue
Spotted Rays resting under the overhangs, Angelfish,
Butterflyfish and Hawksbill Turtles are often found.
Near to the site is a large nesting ground for the famous
Titan Triggerfish, so keep a good look out and be prepared
for a close encounter with these feisty fish!
WHITE ROCK
One of Koh Tao's most popular dive sites with a depth
range of 1 to 22 meters and situated a little way south
of Koh Nangyuan. The site comprises of one large granite
pinnacle and a smaller rock formation lying in deeper
water, a short distance away to the west. Home to Rays
and Moray Eels as well as the ever inquisitive Red Breasted
Wrasse. Hexagon Grouper relax on the rock ledges while
Longtom patrol the summit.
SHARK ISLAND
This small island lies just offshore to the southeast
of Koh Tao. The northern edge is shallower (around 12
meters ) and is home to a vast array of coral fish amidst
the beautiful and extensive coral gardens. The deeper
side to the south ranges upwards from 27m where you
might be lucky enough to find Leopard or Black Tip Reef
Sharks and Chevron Barracuda. You’ll see plenty of Parrotfish
feeding on the coral as are the resident Titan Triggerfish
- so keep them peeled.
Sail
Rock
Lying
45km north of Samui, midwater between Koh Tao and Koh
Phangan, Sail Rock is acknowledged as the best dive
site in the Gulf of Thailand. Quite simply Sail Rock
has got the lot. A single granite rock pinnacle rising
from the sea floor at 30m to stand an impressive 15m
above the surface, it offers the diver stunning underwater
topography in which to explore sheer vertical walls,
beautiful coral gardens, a unique vertical swim-through
and an extraordinarily abundant variety of marine life
in all shapes and sizes.
A
complete circuit of the whole rock at a relaxed pace
will take around 30-40 mins depending on prevailing
dive site conditions. Looking out to sea away from the
rock you will see the larger fish and pelagics including
Chevron Barracuda, Jacks, Big Eyed Trevally and schools
of Batfish with spectacular seasonal visits from Whale
Sharks.
One
side of the site comprises of a sheer wall in which
you will find a huge range of marine creatures including
tiny Cleaner Shrimps, impressive White-Eyed Moray Eels
and beautiful Cowrie shells. Patrolling the wall are
Blue-ringed Angelfish and Bannerfish. The famous vertical
swim-through known as the ‘chimney’ lies towards one
end of this wall with an entrance at 18m and exits at
12m and 5m. The other side of the site comprises of
a series of ledges and terraces at varying depths forming
a series of coral gardens that cascade down the side
of the rock.
Here
you will find many varieties of Grouper, including the
Giant Grouper up to 1.5m long, Parrotfish, Wrasse, Sweetlips,
Yellowtailed Barracuda as well as a couple of feisty
Titan Triggerfish which nest on the lower sand ledges
and come up to munch on the coral. Anemones abound around
the site with their attendant Anemonefish and you will
swim through clouds of tiny Damsel and Tang. Sail Rock
unquestionably deserves its 5 star status and its reputation
as the King of the Gulf.
Do not miss it.
Ang
Thong Marine Park (Koh Wao / Koh Yippon)
KOH
WAO
The
site lies in a sheltered bay on the west side of this
small uninhabited island on the extreme northern most
perimeter of the Marine Park. Depths range from 1 to
20 meters and it is an ideal site for any level of diver
and snorkeler. Pretty coral gardens fringe the coast
and of particular note are the beautiful Table Coral
formations. Turtles are frequently sighted as are Blue
Spotted Rays and Banded Sea Snakes. Angel Fish, Weavers
Butterflyfish and Beaked Coral Fish abound alongside
schools of Squirrelfish, Sergeant-Majors and Fusiliers.
KOH
YIPPON
Only a short distance by boat from Koh Wao is the even
smaller Koh Yippon. Maximum depth around the island
is around 20 meters rising to about 6 meters towards
the rocky shore. Along with some stunning topography
you’ll find beautiful Barrel Sponge formations and a
huge array of soft corals forming a series of pretty
coral gardens amidst the rock and boulder formations.
There are a couple of impressive rock overhangs at around
6 meters and a shallow swimthrough. Turtles are sometimes
sighted here as are Banded Sea Snakes. It is home to
Blue Ringed and Six-Banded Angelfish, Porcupine Fish
schools of Squirrelfish, Sergeant-Majors and Fusiliers.
DISCOVER
SCUBA DIVING
For
beginners
If
you don't have the time for full diver training but
want to experience the ease and thrill of diving without
committing to a full course, then discover scuba diving
is for you. Our instructors will teach you basic theory
and familiarize you with the equipment before accompanying
you on two beautiful, controlled dives to a limited
depth of 12 meters at one of the fantastic dive destinations
around Koh Samui.
PADI SCUBA DIVER
For beginners.
The PADI Scuba Diver program is a pre-entry level certification
that is perfect for vacationers or people who only plan
to dive a couple times a year. This is a two day course
for a lifetime certification which allows you to dive
anywhere in the world to a depth of 12 meters. As a
subprogram of the PADI Open Water Diver program, the
PADI Scuba Diver rating allows you to get certified
quickly and easily by minimizing time constraints. With
the PADI Scuba Diver certification you can dive under
the direct supervision of a PADI professional on your
next vacation or dive trip. During the course you will
complete three pool dives, three knowledge development
sessions and two open water training dives. Credit earned
in this program can be used toward the Open Water Diver
certification. So already you are on your way to continuing
further dive adventures.
Day
one: Confined water training and knowledge development
sessions.
Day two: Two dives under the supervision of one of our
Instructors, to a maximum depth of 12 meters.
If
you are thinking of learning to dive but are not sure
how to go about it, contact us and discuss, with no
obligations, what we can offer you. We will take care
of everything you need to ensure your diving course
is as safe, fun and enjoyable as it could possibly be.
We offer an exclusivity option which allows you to book
our instructor so that he is exclusive to you or your
group for the duration of the course. This allows you
to be guaranteed you receive that little bit more attention,
should you feel you need it. We also offer special packages
for families and groups looking to learn to dive together.
OPEN
WATER DIVER
For
beginners.
Now is the time to dive into the PADI Open Water Diver
course, the most popular dive program in the world!
This is your ticket to a lifetime of intense adventure.
The PADI Open Water Diver course is a 3three or four
day course for a lifetime certification which allows
you to dive anywhere in the world with a certified buddy.
Throughout the course you'll progressively develop confidence
in your abilities underwater as you learn the fundamentals
of scuba diving. You will complete pool dives, five
knowledge development sessions and four open water training
dives. Upon successful completion, you will receive
the PADI Open Water Diver certification card, which
is internationally recognized.
Day one: Confined water training and knowledge
development sessions.
Day two: Confined water training and knowledge
development sessions are completed.
Day three: Two dives under the supervision of
one of our Instructors, to a maximum depth of 12 meters.
Day four: Two dives under the supervision of
one of our Instructors, to a maximum depth of 18 meters.
After you have obtained the PADI Open Water Certification
you can progress to the Advanced level courses and on
to PADI professional level courses.
Advanced
Level Courses
ADVENTURE
DIVER
For certified divers.
The
Adventure Diver course allows you to choose dives that
are of interest to you and learn new skills under the
guidance of a PADI instructor. The course takes one
day and consists of 3 Adventure dives. You can choose
from any of the following dives: Aware Fish Identification,
Underwater Naturalist, Underwater Photography, Night
Diving, Enriched Air Nitrox, DPV (Underwater Scooters),
Peak Performance Buoyancy, Search & Recovery, Boat
Diving, Multi Level & Computer Diving.
Participating in an Adventure Dive is often the first
step divers take after completing their Open Water certification
and is the perfect step towards the PADI Advanced Open
Water Diver certification.
ADVANCED
OPEN WATER DIVER
For certified divers.
Here
you have the chance to expand and continue your diving
knowledge and experience in the care of a PADI instructor.
This course takes two days, you will complete two 'core'
dives - underwater navigation and deep diving, you will
also select and complete three 'elective' dives. As
with the Adventure diver course you will learn new diving
skills and gain more experience.
RESCUE
DIVER COURSE
For certified divers.
The
PADI Rescue Diver course is designed to develop the
necessary knowledge and skills for you to effectively
perform rescues and assists, manage diving-accident
situations and render proper medic first aid, essential
for those planning their own dive excursions.
You’ll find the course enjoyable and highly interesting,
although the nature and context in which such training
may be used is quite serious. The primary objective
of this course is to prevent the need for use of rescue
skills. A good diver does not only solve problems, he
prevents them in the first place!
The course includes five Academic Sessions and twelve
Open Water Training Exercises over a minimum of three
days. The PADI Rescue Diver rating is a prerequisite
for all PADI leadership programs.
EMERGENCY
FIRST RESPONSE
For Beginners & Certified Divers
The PADI Emergency First Response (EFR) - a basic course
in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency care
- teaches you simple, logical steps that you can take
to assist somebody who needs help. With practical application
and hands on experience this course becomes beneficial
for both diver and non-diver. The PADI Emergency First
Response course meets the certification requirements
for several PADI courses.
GO
PRODIVEMASTER
For certified divers.The PADI Divemaster course is the
first step to becoming a Diving Professional. The course
is a comprehensive training program designed to shape
and develops the skills and attitudes required to become
a Divemaster. PADI Divemaster training develops your
leadership abilities by training you to supervise dive
activities and assist instructors with student divers.
It consists of 3 modules – knowledge development, water
skills and stamina and practical application. The course
is run on an internship basis and ideally takes 6 –
8 weeks to complete, although shorter course schedules
can be organized.
What
can PADI Divemasters do?
•Work at local dive centers, on live-aboard dive boats,
yachts and at exotic resort locations
•Assist PADI Instructors with students
•Lead PADI Scuba Divers on guided dive tours
•Teach and certify PADI Skin Divers
•Teach PADI Discover Snorkeling programs
•Conduct PADI Scuba Review programs for certified divers
•Lead certified divers on Discover Local Diving experiences
•Teach Emergency First Response programs after successful
completion of an Emergency First Response Instructor
course.
Petcherat
Diving can take you from a beginner with no experience
to a professional, giving you the opportunity for a
fantastic and exciting new career. We offer packages
from Open Water Diver Course all the way to Divemaster.
We can also arrange a package to include the Instructor
Development Course.
We offer a number of PADI specialty courses. The purpose
of the PADI Specialty Diver Courses is to familiarize
divers with the skills, knowledge and techniques for
their favorite underwater activities.
Petcherat
Diving
82
1 Moo 4 , Bophut , Koh Samui , Suratthani 84320 Thailand.
Tel-Fax: +66) 077-484609 , Mobile: 0867433930
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