Nice Dive

Located in Saladan on Koh Lanta, Nice Dive is a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort that serves as a gateway to the southern Andaman Sea. As a Thai-owned operation, the centre is built on local expertise and a deep connection to the surrounding marine environment.

The resort operates from its own dedicated facility, Nice Pier, which simplifies the logistics of getting to and from the water. From this base, you can access the diverse underwater topography of the Krabi region, ranging from deep wreck sites to vibrant reef systems.

Nice Dive is managed by a passionate local team and is led by a professional group of instructors and dive guides. The centre is recognised for its personalised service, ensuring that the specific needs of each diver are met throughout their stay.

The team is trained to provide a high standard of safety and instruction across a wide variety of PADI programmes. Whether you are completing your first certification or working on advanced specialties, the focus remains on professional guidance and clear communication.

The training programme at Nice Dive covers the entire PADI spectrum. Beginners can start with the Open Water Diver course, while those looking to progress can move through the Advanced Open Water Diver and Rescue Diver programmes.

For experienced divers, the centre offers several specialised PADI courses to refine specific skills. These include the PADI Deep Diver Specialty, PADI Wreck Diver Specialty, PADI Underwater Navigator, and the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy course. They also provide Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care, as well as PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider training.

The centre operates a powerful and fast catamaran, which serves as the primary platform for daily excursions and private charters. This vessel allows you to reach the more remote dive sites of the Andaman Sea with efficiency.

On board the catamaran, you will find food, drinks, and refreshments provided to keep you comfortable between dives. The boat is designed to facilitate a smooth experience for both group trips and more bespoke private charters.

A full range of diving equipment is available for hire at the centre, allowing you to travel light if you prefer. This includes essential kit such as regulators, BCDs, and exposure suits.

For those looking to extend their bottom time or manage decompression, Nitrox is available on-site. The centre maintains modern equipment to ensure reliability and safety for every diver.

The reefs around Koh Lanta are home to a vast array of colourful reef fish and larger pelagics. You can expect to encounter Manta ray (Mobula alfredi) and various species of sharks, including Leopard shark (Triakis semifasciata), Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus), and Whitetip sharks. Large schools of fish, such as Jacks (Carangidae), Fusilier (Caesio), and Snapper (Lutjanus), frequently move through the water column.

The hard corals and soft corals (Alcyonacea) provide a complex habitat for many species. You will often see sea fans (Gorgoniidae), barrel sponges, and various anemones inhabited by anemonefish. These structures support a high density of life, from Butterflyfish (Chaetodon) to Grouper (Epinephelus) and various species of Sweetlips (Plectorhinchus).

Macro enthusiasts will find plenty to observe among the corals and sandy patches. The area is known for its variety of nudibranchs, Seahorse (Hippocampus kuda), and Ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus). You may also spot Octopus (Octopus vulgaris), Cuttlefish (Sepiidae), and various species of shrimp and crabs hiding within the reef structure.

Diving in this region is subject to the seasonal patterns of the Andaman Sea. Divers should be aware of local conditions when planning trips to more exposed sites like the wrecks or the deeper reefs.

Fun diving excursions are specifically reserved for those holding an Advanced Open Water certification or higher, ensuring that the group can safely navigate the varying depths and potential currents encountered at the more significant sites.