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Rock Climbing in Koh Tao

Koh Tao's granite cliffs offer some of the best sport climbing in Southeast Asia — ocean views, warm rock year round, and routes that suit everyone from complete beginners to experienced trad climbers.
18 years on Koh Tao
Founded 2008
200+ Routes Maintained
Pioneers of Koh Tao Climbing
5.0 • Google
1,600 Reviews

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First time on the rock

No experience needed. Discover Rock Climbing gets you on the cliff face in half a day — harness on, shoes fitted, and an instructor with you every step of the way.

Core courses

The climber progression

Rock 1 through Rock 5 is a structured pathway from your first top rope experience through to trad climbing and multipitch. Each course builds directly on the last.
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Rock 1: Intro to Top Rope

Rock 1: Intro to Top Rope

  • 1 Day
    From ฿3600
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Rock 2: Sport Leading

Rock 2: Sport Leading

  • 2 Days
    From ฿6200
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Rock 3: Ropes Rescue

Rock 3: Ropes Rescue

  • 2 Days
    From ฿6200
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Rock 4: Multi Pitch

Rock 4: Multi Pitch

  • 2 Days
    From ฿7200
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Rock 5: Traditional Lead Climbing

Rock 5: Traditional Lead Climbing

  • 2 Days
    From ฿7200

Already climbing

You know what you're doing

Experienced climbers can hire a guide to access Koh Tao’s best routes, or rent gear and head out independently.

Professional training

Become a climbing guide

The Rockmaster program trains experienced climbers to work as professional climbing guides — covering safety systems, route management, client instruction, and rescue procedures.

Ready to get on the mountain?

Book a session or send us a message — we'll help you find the right course or route for where you're at.