Dive centre · Phuket · Thailand
4.953 Google reviewsNudidive Thailand
Dive the iconic Similan Islands on a liveaboard trip or explore the King Cruiser wreck with a professional French-speaking team.
What sets this centre apart
- 100% French-speaking instruction
- PADI and SSI certified training
- Small group dive sizes
- Access to Similan Islands liveaboards
- Full rental kit available
- Professional Divemaster training
- Located in central Patong

Nudidive Thailand about the centre
Located in the heart of Patong Beach in Kathu, Nudidive serves as a dedicated hub for divers seeking the best of the Andaman Sea. The centre is a professional dive club, providing a base for both recreational divers and those pursuing professional PADI certifications.
From the granite boulders of the Similan Islands to the vibrant reefs of Koh Phi Phi, the centre provides access to some of the most renowned diving in the world. Whether you are looking for a single exploratory dive or a multi-day liveaboard, the focus remains on small groups and personalised guidance.
The club and its team
The centre is entirely French-speaking, offering all instruction and guidance in French or English. This makes it an ideal choice for French-speaking divers looking for a seamless experience in Thailand.
Instruction ranges from the Bubblemaker programme for children up to professional Divemaster training. The team follows PADI standards, ensuring a consistent and recognized level of training for all students.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI
- Languages spoken
- French · English
- Website available in
- English · French
- Management
- French
- Equipment rental
- full set (BCD, regulator, fins, mask)
- Access and transfers
- Located in the heart of Patong Beach, Phuket
Courses on offer
Nudidive offers a comprehensive range of PADI courses. Beginners can start with a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience or work towards their Open Water Diver certification.
For more advanced divers, the centre provides training for the Advanced Open Water Diver level and professional pathways up to Divemaster. The curriculum is designed to be adaptable for families, students, and groups.
Equipment and gases
The centre provides a full range of rental kit, including BCDs, regulators, fins, and masks. All equipment is modern and undergoes regular maintenance and disinfection to ensure safety and comfort.
For those looking to extend their bottom time, the centre provides training and support for various certification levels.
Dive sites with Nudidive Thailand
The King Cruiser Wreck is a spectacular site that requires a minimum of Advanced Open Water certification. You can explore the structure and look for large schools of fish and barracuda.
The Similan Islands offer world-class diving among granite boulders and intact coral reefs. This site is best visited between November and May and is famous for sightings of manta rays and turtles.
Koh Phi Phi features a variety of landscapes including caves and reefs. It is a great location to encounter turtles, leopard sharks, and clownfish.
Shark Point and Anemone Reef are ideal for discovering tropical marine life. These reef sites are known for soft corals and species like lionfish and seahorses.

Racha Noi →

Koh Doc Mai →
Max. depth · 32 m

Tin Lizzy →
Max. depth · 15 m

Bungalow Bay →
Max. depth · 25 m

Yanui →
Max. depth · 14 m

South Tip →
Max. depth · 70 m
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
Marine life around Phuket
The reefs are home to a diverse array of tropical fish, including butterflyfish, clownfish, and Napoleon wrasse. You will often see large schools of barracuda and various species of stingrays.
During the season from November to May, you have the opportunity to encounter manta rays at the Similan Islands and Racha Noi. Whale sharks are also occasionally seen during liveaboard cruises.
For those interested in macro life, the area offers sightings of seahorses, scorpionfish, and various colourful nudibranchs. You may also find octopus and moray eels amongst the reef structures.
The area is home to larger pelagics and reef residents, including leopard sharks and lionfish, as well as various species of coral. The reefs are also populated by pufferfish and various types of tropical reef fish.
Diving conditions
The best period for diving in this region is from November to May. During the green season, the sea can become rougher, with stronger currents.
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