SSI Snorkeling Course

The SSI Snorkel Diver program is your first step toward discovering a passion for the underwater world. It’s the perfect way to learn how to snorkel while building your confidence in the water, allowing you to explore the stunning landscapes and marine life beneath the surface.

Register here for free and access the online Elearning materials  – please download the SSI Application onto your phone create an account add a profile image and full home address https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.divessi.ssi&hl=en&gl=US 

We offer 3 Options for the practical Snorkel Diver Course in-water training which can be conducted at our private pool, at the local beach, or on a boat trip. However, It is ideal if you’re short on time and want to practice in a pool setting which usually 2- 3 hours we will introduce you to the equipment in a safe environment.

You don’t need to be an expert swimmer to join the Snorkel Diver program, and there is no minimum age requirement. As long as you’re comfortable in the water, can maintain your buoyancy, and are ready for an exciting adventure, you’re good to go!

We teach all our courses in small groups to ensure you receive the attention you deserve.

During this program, you’ll be introduced to the essential equipment and skills needed for safe snorkeling

What Will You Learn?
The Snorkel & Skin Diver course training covers essential skills, including:

• How to select, adjust, and use snorkeling equipment.
• Basic safety guidelines for being in and around the water.
• Techniques such as checking buoyancy, surface swimming, clearing water from your snorkel, and performing smooth surface dives.

What Gear Will You Use?
You’ll learn to use essential snorkeling equipment, including a mask, fins, snorkel, and optional exposure protection like a wetsuit and dive weights.

Try the online course materials for free! Register here.

Terms and Conditions
The free course is limited to the online digital Snorkeling Course offered by SSI and does not include any practical training units. In order to sign up for the free online digital Snorkeling Course, you will need to register here with u.

In order to participate in the practical SSI Snorkeling Course, which you are NOT obligated to enter into. Students do not need to be proficient swimmers to participate in the Snorkeling program. But you should be comfortable and able to maintain your buoyancy in water too deep to stand in prior to participating in open water sessions.

If you then want to snorkel in the ocean we have suitable trips where you can continue to enjoy snorkeling

Our Racha Islands snorkeling day trip visits both Racha Noi and Racha Yai on a large Boat departing from Chalong, The day trip starts with hotel pick up at around 7.30 –

When you arrive at the Chalong Pier you will be escorted to the boat and then listen to the boat safety briefing, the boat will then depart to Racha Noi and Racha Yai for 3 snorkeling periods called Sessions where you can snorkel in crystal clear waters.

This Phuket snorkeling trip will be on a large dive boat that also caters to scuba divers, this joint trip is perfect for snorkeling groups and Families who want to both snorkel and scuba dive. You also can pre-book scuba diving for beginners and try diving as well as snorkeling.

Breakfast will be served at around 8.45 am for those who have had it already, the transfer time to Racha Noi takes 2 hrs for the morning cruise. You will be introduced to the snorkeling Guide who will make sure that the snorkeling equipment fits you…

Racha Noi Island snorkeling boat trip

When to visit Racha Islands?

Depending on the season, and the time of your visit will also depend on the location of the activity. In the High Season (October to May) snorkeling is on the West side of Islands, and the other months (June – April ) the boat will travel to the Eastside Coast Line.

 Phuket Snorkeling Itinerary

• 07:00 7.45 am –  local transfers from patong kata karon to Chalong Marina Pier.
• 08:30 am – Depart Racha Noi Island,  pastry and fresh fruit served.
• 9:30 am – Arrive at Racha Noi Island to start the first snorkeling session.
• 11:15 am – Lunch is served.
• 12:15 – Second snorkeling session at a different bay at Racha Noi Island.
• 1.15 pm –  we then move the Boat to
• 3.00 pm Arrive at Racha Yai Island for 3rd Snorkeling snorkeling
• 4.00 pm -we depart  for return to Chalong Pier
• 5.30 pm Arrive back at the Chalong Pier for transfers back to your Phuket hotel.

What is Included in the Day Trip?

The snorkeling spots around the Racha islands are perfect for experienced snorkelers or those who want to snorkel for the first time as beginners. All equipment is included, you will be given a Mask, a snorkel, and a Pair of Fins, We recommend that you wear a life jacket at all times, but its up to you if you are a competent swimmer.

• Transfers from Free Zone areas
• Breakfast & Lunch
• Tea, Coffee, Drinking Water, Fresh Fruit
• Snorkeling Mask + Snorkel, Pair of snorkeling Fins & Life jackets

Not Included in the Day Trip

• Alcohol /Soft Drinks
• Transfers outside the free Zone areas

Diving Transfers to Chalong Marina

Our Offices are located in Chalong and at Kata Beach, we have  Free local Departures/transfers from all Hotels in the following resorts: traveling time to Chalong marina is around 15 minutes from Kata Beach.

7:00am  Free Kamala beach pick up

7.15 -7.30  Free Transfers Patong

7:45  Free Transfers Kata Beach – Karon Beach –  Rawai Beach – Nai Harn – Chalong Bay – Paton – Kamala

Extra Charge Private car Transfer fee  7:00 am Ban Tao & Surin Beach 1800 Thb  – Mai Khao Beach 1800 Thb  – Airport Area 1,800 THB return.

Extra Charge Transfer fees  – 7:00 am Cape Panwa 1800 Thb – 7.00am  Koh Siray 1800 THB  – 7.15 am Phuket Town 1800 THB private car pick up with return (Transfers to boat 30 – 60 Mins )

The tour itineraries can be changed depending on the local weather conditions any changes will be made by the tour leader and boat captain on your trip based on matters of safety

You can easily Buy this  Trip Now online Today – 100% refund back into your account within 12 hours if the trip is canceled due to Bad weather – or make an inquiry Contact us Now