Scuba Birds Co, Ltd

Located on the island of Koh Tao, Scuba Birds Co, Ltd serves as a professional hub for divers looking to explore the Gulf of Thailand. As a PADI 5 Star IDC centre, they provide a structured environment for both recreational exploration and formal training.

The centre operates daily excursions that cover Koh Tao and the surrounding waters of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. With two boats at their disposal, they facilitate multiple dives per day, including specialised night diving sessions.

The centre is a PADI 5 Star IDC facility, meaning they are equipped to train both divers and new instructors. Their team consists of experienced PADI instructors and Divemasters who manage small groups to ensure safety and personalised attention.

Beyond standard training, the team is committed to environmental stewardship, specifically focusing on coral reef conservation. This professional approach is reflected in their high volume of positive feedback from the diving community.

The training catalogue is extensive, covering the full PADI spectrum. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving or the Open Water Diver course, while those looking to progress can undertake the Advanced Open Water Diver, Deep Diver, and Rescue Diver courses.

For more specialised skills, the centre offers several PADI specialties including Peak Performance Buoyancy, Wreck Diver, Night Diver, and Sidemount Diver. They also provide technical and niche training such as the Search and Recovery and Self-Reliant Diver courses. Advanced students can work towards the Master Scuba Diver rating through the centre.

The centre operates two dive boats for their daily excursions. These vessels are used to reach various sites around Koh Tao and the neighbouring islands.

On board, you will find refreshments including water, tea, coffee, fruit, and light snacks. The boats are equipped to handle multiple dives a day, including night dives, and provide the necessary support for Nitrox users.

Full equipment hire is available on-site, allowing you to dive with a complete kit if you are travelling without your own. This includes regulators, BCDs, wetsuits, and fins.

For those looking to extend their bottom time, Nitrox is available on-site. The centre is also equipped to provide torches for night diving excursions.

The reefs are vibrant with hard and soft corals, including gorgonians, sea fans (Gorgoniidae), and various sponges (Porifera). You will frequently encounter large schools of fish, including snappers (Lutjanus), fusiliers (Caesio), and various species of butterflyfish (Chaetodon).

Larger pelagics and reef residents include blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus), reef sharks (Carcharhinus), and various species of rays such as blue-spotted stingrays (Batoidea). Look out for turtles, including green turtles (Chelonia mydas) and hawksbill turtles (Eretmochelys imbricata), alongside grouper (Epinephelus) and various types of barracudas.

Macro enthusiasts will find plenty to observe, from a wide array of nudibranchs (Chromodoris willani) and sea slugs to various crustaceans, including shrimp (Caridea) and crabs (Brachyura). You may also spot octopus (Octopus vulgaris), pipefish, and various species of scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae).

Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are a seasonal highlight for the area, appearing during specific times of the year.

Diving conditions vary by site, with some locations like Green Rock known for having strong currents. These sites are generally better suited for advanced divers or those completing specific training like the Deep Diver course.

Visibility across the main sites typically ranges between 10 and 20 metres.