Level
Advanced
Course
Duration
1
Days
Cost
฿5,500
Thai Baht
For the SSI Perfect Buoyancy course under the guidance of experienced SSI instructors, you’ll engage in tailored training to master your scuba buoyancy control. The SSI Perfect Buoyancy course has been designed as a hands-on course combining skill-building sessions with real-world application at Koh Tao’s stunning dive sites. By completing this specialty course, you’ll not only perfect your scuba buoyancy but also improve air consumption, reduce your environmental impact, and transform your scuba diving exerience and adventures in Koh Tao.
09:00-12:00 Scuba buoyancy academic session
12:00-12:30 Break
12:30-17:00 Scuba Buoyancy dives 1+2
17:00-17:30 Debrief and certification
Achieve effortless control and comfort underwater with the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty Course. Master essential buoyancy techniques to enhance your diving experience, conserve energy, and explore Koh Tao’s vibrant dive sites with ease.
We had some wonderful dives with guides Daan and Mira from Goodtime Adventures. Relaxed diving from their own boat, followed by drinks and snacks at their lovely, cozy beach bar. The crew always brings such a great vibe. We truly enjoyed it. Best regards!
I did my open water cert with Goodtime and it was exactly what I was looking for. From the moment I arrived, all the instructors and divemasters were genuinely nice and friendly, and really the only way I can describe the experience is relaxed and welcoming. My instructor was Daan and he found a great balance between being strict where necessary and approachable. He's a fantastic teacher, both in the water and for the theory. He explains things in a way that's easy to follow and he can tell when something doesn't land. I can't recommend this dive school enough. If you're unsure, just come by and talk to them and you'll see what I mean. edit: I also did my advanced cert with Goodtime, that time with Ana as an instructor and I had an amazing time, I also did some fun dives with Lucas who's a fantastic diver a genuinely such a nice person above water too. All these people are amazing instructors and I'm so grateful for my time here. Hope I get a chance to come back and dive with you guys again :)
Great experience completing my Open Water course with this diving centre. A special thank you to instructor Ana, who was incredibly supportive and helped us stay calm and confident throughout the training. Highly recommended!
Super fun experience, definitely recommend! As a first time diver, Lydia was awesome and really made sure I felt in control and safe ☺️
Had two dives with Lydia today and she was an absolute legend. V happy with the experience and can’t wait to come back 🍻
A truly wonderful diving experience, despite the poor visibility. Mira, our divemaster, provided excellent guidance and support. Absolutely no complaints, go for it without hesitation.
Scuba Diving in Koh Tao has been very popular for years, we have some of Thailand’s best dive sites and great diving conditions all year round. Our most popular course is the SSI Open Water Diver course which takes 2.5 days to complete and allows to to dive all over the world once you are certified. This course is ideal for beginners who want to get Scuba certified on Koh Tao.
If you are short on time the SSI Basic Diver is for you! This is a half-day experience where you can dip your toes in and explore the underwater world.
You can earn an Open Water Diver certification with any major dive organization. An SSI diver can dive at PADI centers worldwide, and vice versa.
However, with SSI you do get benefits:
Online Learning
While most organisations offer online learning, not all of them offer it free of charge and can end up racking up quite the bill. SSI offers your learning materials for free as part of your course registration and is easy to navigate using the MySSI app. The app is regularly updated and also offers additional free courses like the ‘Try Diving’ and the ‘Blue Oceans‘ for you to enhance your scuba diving knowledge.
Recognition Ratings
SSI do things a little differently to other diving agencies, they continue to recognise your advancement in diving whether you are enrolled in a course or not. When you reach certain milestones you will be awarded recognition status. This is why we encourage specialities over the SSI Advanced Open Water or PADI Advanced Open Water courses. With SSI once you complete 4 speciality courses and 24 dives you will automatically be rewarded with Advanced Open Water recognition status. Taking this route allows you to explore your passions underwater without being restricted to one exploration dive per specialty! Don’t forget we offer discounts on bundles too!
Flexibility
SSI allows its professionals to teach using an 80/20 approach. Instructors can adapt 20% of the course to match each student’s learning pace.
The minimum age to learn to scuba dive and become certified is ten years old. If the diver is between 10-14 they will be awarded with a Junior SSI Open Water Certification that will automatically upgrade to Open Water Diver once they turn 15.
However, the SSI Explorers program provides options for children aged six and up to experience diving and snorkeling in very shallow water.
Diving in Koh Tao is popular for its year-round diving conditions, boasting clear waters, vibrant marine life, and stunning dive sites available 365 days a year. Whether you’re a beginner starting with an SSI Open Water Diver course or an experienced diver, diving in Koh Tao offers it all—excellent training sites, famous dive spots, shipwrecks, and pinnacles like Sail Rock. With some of the world’s most affordable and accessible diving packages, Koh Tao remains a must-visit destination for underwater enthusiasts across Southeast Asia.
At Goodtime, we make your Koh Tao experience even more affordable with our exclusive discounts. Get 25% off accommodation, with rates starting at just 1,150 Baht for private double or twin rooms and 500 Baht per night in our 4-bed dorms. Enjoy 20% off delicious meals at our beachfront restaurant, perfect for refueling after your adventures. Plus, save 10% when you book any scuba diving or rock climbing bundle—making it easier than ever to dive, climb, and relax on Koh Tao!
SSI do things a little differently to other diving agencies, they continue to recognise your advancement in diving whether you are enrolled in a course or not. When you reach certain milestones you will be awarded recognition status. This is why we encourage specialities over the SSI Advanced Open Water or PADI Advanced Open Water courses. With SSI once you complete 4 speciality courses and 24 dives you will automatically be rewarded with Advanced Open Water recognition status. Taking this route allows you to explore your passions underwater without being restricted to one exploration dive per specialty! Don’t forget we offer discounts on bundles too!
Yes, a basic level of in-water ability is required to scuba dive. For certain courses, you’ll need to complete a water fitness evaluation before heading into the open water. This includes either a 200-meter unaided swim or a 300-meter swim using a mask, snorkel, and fins. These requirements ensure your safety and confidence during your underwater adventures.
