Aum Scuba Phuket

Aum Scuba is located in Rawai, Phuket, serving as a base for divers looking to explore the diverse marine environments of the Andaman Sea. The centre operates with a focus on professional SSI training and organised excursions that reach the region's most significant reefs and islands.

Whether you are looking for a day trip on a speedboat or a multi-day liveaboard to reach more remote locations, the centre provides the logistical support needed for both. Their operations are designed to accommodate everything from your first breath underwater to advanced speciality training.

The centre is led by Aum Rustage and Nigel Rustage, who manage an experienced team of instructors. They are known for their attentive approach, particularly when working with nervous divers or those looking to build confidence in the water.

Instruction is delivered in English and Thai, ensuring clear communication during briefings and training sessions. The centre maintains a strict ratio of two divers per guide, ensuring close supervision and safety on every dive.

Beyond training, the team is actively involved in local marine conservation. They regularly organise beach clean-ups during the monsoon season to help protect the local coastline and marine ecosystems.

The training programme follows the SSI curriculum, covering the entire spectrum of diver development. Beginners can start with a Try Dive or progress through the Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver courses.

For those looking to specialise, the centre offers several SSI Specialty courses, including Nitrox, Deep Specialty, and Wreck Diver. More advanced divers can work towards their Rescue Diver, Divemaster, or EFR certifications. They also provide specialised training in underwater photography.

The centre utilises speedboats for day excursions and offers liveaboard trips for longer journeys. The speedboats can accommodate up to 20 people depending on the specific vessel used.

On these trips, you are provided with a buffet breakfast, lunch, snacks, fruit, coffee, tea, and non-alcoholic beverages. Nitrox is available on board for those who require it.

Aum Scuba is an authorised Cressi dealer, providing well-maintained kit for hire. This includes essential items such as masks, fins, and wetsuits.

The centre also features a modern, multi-level swimming pool on-site, which is used for training and helping divers practise skills in a controlled environment before heading out to sea.

The waters around Phuket are home to a variety of reef life, with sea turtles and numerous species of colourful fish being regular sightings. The reefs are well-populated, providing a vibrant backdrop for both recreational and photographic diving.

In the various reef systems, you will encounter a wide array of marine life, from small reef fish to larger pelagic visitors that pass through the area.

The centre provides hotel pick-up services from Patong, Karon, Kata, and Chalong to facilitate easy access to the dive centre. Divers should be aware of the seasonal variations in the Andaman Sea when planning their trips.