Level
all
Course
Duration
2
Days
Cost
฿19,900
Thai Baht
Most diving on Koh Tao is done from old converted fishing boats, but as we have a custom-built speed boat, we can offer so much more.
This is a great qualification to have on your CV, whether you are a regular diver or dive professional or even a non-diver.
The BH course is designed to give students with little or no boat handling knowledge or experience, instruction in small boat handling. It covers techniques relevant to diving and related safety knowledge.
As there is a maximum of three students per instructor, there’s lots of hands-on action with this course. You’ll feel the thrill of driving a boat at high speed, and face the challenge of conquering new skills and techniques. When you’re not driving yourself, you’ll be practicing new skills as part of the boat crew.
The course certifies individuals to helm powerboats up to 10 meters in coastal waters and includes skills and techniques specific for dive boat operations worldwide. The course is MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) approved which is recognized internationally including Australia and is equivalent to RYA Power Boat level 1.
The course takes 2 days for the Boat Handling license, with some classroom but mostly hands on, practicing various skills, emergency procedures and voyage planning.
We’re proud to be Koh Tao’s only dive center offering the BSAC Boat Handling Course, recognized worldwide and approved by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Designed for divers and non-divers alike, this hands-on training certifies you to helm powerboats up to 10 meters in coastal waters. With a maximum of three students per instructor, you’ll gain real skills, confidence, and the thrill of driving at speed.
RatingVery friendly staff. Food is amazing, great selection of drinks. Nice place for a sunset drink or dinner
We love it here! During our stop in Koh Tao, we ate here several times in the evenings. The food is always delicious and fresh, the service is incredibly friendly and they readily accommodate special requests. The whole vibe of the restaurant is very cool and inviting, and the terrace at sunset was our favorite spot of the entire vacation ♥️
Completed my Advanced course with Good Time Adventures in Koh Tao and had an amazing experience. The shop is professional, relaxed, and well-run. The absolute highlight was my instructor, Joe. He is a brilliant teacher who balances safety with a really fun, stress-free environment and really boosted my confidence. Thanks Joe!
This place is like no other good time adventures in Thailand 😉! Great set up and amazing waters. Joe (the dive instructor) is like Sebastian from the little mermaid how he glides through the water and so helpful throughout!
I took the Open Water course with Goodtime and was thrilled. A huge thank you to Lydia, who is an excellent instructor, and to the entire team! Everyone is incredibly friendly and helpful, and I was able to admire some of Koh Tao's most beautiful dive sites. Highly recommended!
I recently made my open water licence with Goodtime adventures and it was absolutely amazing. Huge thank you to Joe, he was such a great instructor!!! I would definitely recommend💓
No experience is required. The course is designed for beginners with little or no knowledge of boat handling. Everything is taught from the basics, making it suitable for both divers and non-divers.
The course takes 2 days. You’ll spend a short amount of time in the classroom, but most of the training is hands-on on the water learning real boat handling skills.
You’ll be certified to helm powerboats up to 10 meters in coastal waters. The BSAC qualification is MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) approved and internationally recognized. It is equivalent to RYA Powerboat Level 2/3.
Yes. The certification is valid worldwide, including in countries like Australia, and is accepted within the dive industry for boat operations.
You’ll practice small boat handling, maneuvering at speed, emergency procedures, navigation basics, safety checks, and dive boat operations. You’ll also get experience working as both skipper and crew.
Yes. This course is open to anyone interested in seamanship and boat handling, not just divers. Many people take it as a career skill or to add to their CV.
