Discover rock climbing on Koh Tao with our Beginner Top Rope Course

Rock 1: Top Rope

Rock 1: Top Rope Climbing is the perfect beginner top rope course for those exploring the rocks for the first time. This level 1 climbing course covers essential skills, gear, and safety. Complete the course to earn your top rope certification and start climbing confidently on both indoor walls and outdoor routes.

Level

Beginner

Course

Duration

1

Days

Cost

฿3,100

Thai Baht

The Learning Experience

The Rock 1: Top Rope Rock Climbing course is your gateway to climbing, covering both foundational knowledge and practical skills. This beginner top rope course focuses on safety, responsibility, and climbing etiquette. In the morning “ground school,” you’ll explore different types of climbing, gear, knots, and belay techniques. The afternoon takes you to Koh Tao’s granite cliffs, where you’ll apply what you’ve learned under the guidance of expert instructors. This level 1 climbing course ensures you build a strong foundation in both safety and technique, preparing you for a strong climbing future.

Ready to start your adventure?

What’s included

What to bring

Prerequisites

Itinerary

Morning (10:00-12:30)

  • Ground School – beginner top rope course intro and overview, equipment setup, knot and belaying practice, climbing commands

Lunch Break (12:30-13:30)

Afternoon (13:30-17:30)

  • On the Rocks: practice the morning skills, bodyweight movement, foot and hand placements, mental preparation, and abseiling by climbing some local level 1 climbing routes

Rock 1: Top Rope

All activities start the day after arrival on the island.

฿3,100

Why choose Goodtime for Scuba Diving in Koh Tao?

Smaller Groups

Max 4 students per instructor for a more personalised experience.

Later Starts

Enjoy the freedom to sleep in; we start later than most dive schools on the island.

Uncrowded dive sites

We carefully plan our dive trips to avoid the crowds.

Fully Equipped Classroom

Our beach front classroom equipped with Air-Con and WiFi is the perfect environment to learn to dive on Koh Tao.

Highly experienced instructors

Our professional SSI instructors are passionate divers with extensive local knowledge.

Speed boat

We have our very own speedboat that allows us to travel to further dive sites in the quickest time possible.

Reviews

Lena Baumwolle
23 March 2025

Did my open water w good times & loved it! Thx to Sita & Zane for being great instructors <3 and thx to Lea, Tabs and Bar for a fun dive trip at white rock too!!!

Martin Skec
20 March 2025

I rock climbed for the first time and it was an amazing experience. Felix was a great belayer and instructor with whom I felt confident to reach my first tops. Thank you Felix and Charlie for a unforgettable experience

Paul Crenson
23 February 2025

I lucked out with Goodtime Adventures. I did two dives on a Sunday morning, and was one of two divers with another one finishing up her OW so it was me and the DM. Seeing other boats with +30 plus divers seemed like chaos. Be aware coming back we had to climb through a few other boats to get the pier with a few crossings were a bit sketchy nothing against Goodtime as that's how it goes there. Vicky at the main office was awesome answering all my questions and with communication, also helped me book a ferry ticket.

Rozanne Verhoeven
9 February 2025

A late review, but definitely worth writing because it was an amazing experience exploring the crags of Koh Tao with Charly. I climbed there in October, and it was a fantastic time to enjoy the rocks. She shared some insights about their formation and the active climbing community on the island. Joining them was also one of her tips, and it was absolutely worth it—such a great group of people! I climbed a few awesome routes with Charly, and she gave really good advice. The granite felt amazing, but it took some time to get used to the temperature, especially for my feet. I highly recommend Charly and her climbing courses to anyone looking to improve their skills or simply enjoy a great climbing experience on Koh Tao!

יהונתן מורי
4 February 2025

We Had an awesome rock climbing session with Owen and Eli! They were professional and patient and made the experience very fun. Highly recommend them.

Frequently Asked Questions

For outdoor rock climbing, essential gear includes climbing shoes, a harness, a helmet, and chalk for grip. Depending on the type of climbing (sport, traditional, or top roping), additional gear like ropes, belay devices, quickdraws, and cams may be necessary. We provide all the equipment needed during our rock climbing courses (we love Petzl brand) and we have gear for rent when you’re going out for a guided outdoor rock climbing session.

Rock climbing is an excellent full-body workout that builds strength, improves flexibility, and enhances cardiovascular endurance. It’s also a great mental exercise, improving problem-solving skills, reducing stress, and boosting confidence through achieving goals. To top it all of you also get access to the best views of Koh Tao – what’s not to love?

Here on Koh Tao we use the French grading system. Our beautiful granite rocks on Koh Tao have climbs ranging from 4 to 7c perfect for every climbing adventure from beginner to advanced!

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