Thai Gateway + DIVE

13 Day Group Trip

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Thai Gateway + Dive is the most amazing way to experience Thailand! You’ll discover Bangkok, visit ancient temples, learn to cook delicious Thai food, sleep in floating bungalows in the beautiful Khao Sok National Park, party on the world famous Full Moon Beach and best of all you’ll leave a fully qualified PADI Open Water Diver from your lessons in Koh Tao! With a group leader for the first 9 days, an instant group of friends and help with all your onward travel. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!

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Day 1: Arrive and Meet the Group

When you land in Bangkok after your long flight we’ll be at the airport to meet you and take you to the accommodation. You’ll have plenty of time to recover from your flight, chill out and meet everyone in your group.

Day 2: Temples, Tuk Tuks & Party

Soak up Thailand’s fascinating culture as we cruise the canals of Bangkok by long-tail boat, explore ancient temples, ride in a tuk tuk, then head out & experience the crazy nightlife! 

Day 3: Thai Cooking Class

Learn the secrets to preparing delicious Thai food with a traditional Thai cooking class. Then we board the overnight train, say goodbye to Bangkok and head to the south of Thailand. 

Day 4: Floating Bungalows

Enter the magical Khao Sok National Park, a hidden paradise of pristine lakes & limestone cliffs. Go tubing, kayaking and sleep overnight in floating bungalows. 

Day 5: Tropical Paradise

Arrive on the beautiful island of Koh Phangan, home to the world famous Full Moon parties. Check into your amazing beach side bungalows, relax by the pool and enjoy your first island sunset and beach party. 

Day 6: Traditional Massage

A day to unwind, relax and get some well deserved beach time, before being pampered with a traditional Thai massage.

Day 7: Island Tour

Discover the beauty of the island as we travel to some of the most amazing beaches in the world! Chill, soak up some sun and then kick back with a beach BBQ!  

Day 8: Muay Thai or Yoga

Today you have the choice of learning the art of Muay Thai boxing or bringing some peace and harmony into your action packed trip with a private Yoga class. We’ll then head out for our last night on Koh Phangan. 

Day 9: Scuba Theory

Today you’ll travel to the beautiful Koh Tao. Meet at the ferry pier for your pickup and transfer to your guesthouse. After your orientation, you’ll get stuck into your SCUBA diving theory. Lessons are conducted in a fun, friendly way.

Day 10: Shallow Dive

Heading out to one of the islands many beautiful bays, the course continues with a shallow, confined water skills session. You’ll learn how to use your equipment, get used to breathing underwater and will learn how to control your buoyancy.

Day 11: Two Dives with Turtles

We’ll visit two amazing dive spots where you’ll dive to a maximum depth of 12 meters. As part of these dives you’ll get to explore the dive sites and will see lots of bright corals, tropical fish and maybe even a turtle or two!

Day 12: 18 Metre Dive

We’ll head out to the famous Chumpon Pinnacles to see bigger schools of fish, reef sharks and maybe even a whale shark!

Day 13: Check Out & Two Fun Dives

Check out that morning then put your new skills to the test as you enjoy 2 more dives! Then continue your travels or extend your stay on Koh Tao.

TRIP DETAILS

Duration

Enjoy 13 days / 12 nights of epic activities, starting in Bangkok and ending in Koh Tao!

Group Size

Group sizes are a maximum of 22 people and the age range is usually 18-39.

Transport

During the trip you'll travel by overnight train, taxi, minibus, tuk tuk, ferry and boat, which are all included!

Meals

Included meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunch, 3 dinner. Your group leader will let you know which meals are included each day!

 

During your trip you'll have options to try delicious Thai cuisine or western dishes. If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know before you arrive.

Accommodation

12 nights of beautiful accommodation is included in the trip!

  • 2 Nights Bangkok – Twin/Double Share Rooms 
  • 1 Night Overnight Train – Multi-Share Cabin 
  • 1 Night Khao Sok  – Twin/Double/Triple/Quad Share Rooms 
  • 4 Nights Koh Phangan – Twin/Triple/Quad Share Rooms 
  • 4 Nights Koh Tao  – Twin/Double/Triple Share Rooms  

If you'd like to arrive early or stay extra nights after your trip, we can book pre or post night accommodation for you - just drop us an email to request the dates! Private rooms in most accmmodation can also be requested for an extra cost - subject to availability.

Inclusions

Included:

  • Airport pickup
  • 12 nights accommodation
  • 8 meals - 2 breakfast, 3 lunch, 3 dinner
  • Internal trip transport
  • 13 days of epic activities including: Bangkok River Cruise, Visit Ancient Temples, Thai Cooking Class, Khao Sok National Park, Floating Bungalows, Kayaking & Tubing, Island Trip, Beach BBQ, Muay Thai or Yoga Experience, Thai Massage, Western Dive, Instructor in Koh Tao, PADI Open Water Dive Certification, All Diving Equipment & Manuals, 6 Scuba Dives.
  • An awesome group leader for the first 9 days & local guides
  • Onward Travel Help & Planning
  • 24/7 support after the trip finishes.

Not Included:

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Some meals
  • *Please note, the Koh Tao portion of the trip is not guided by one of our group leaders. However they will organise this section for you and be available for help & support during your entire stay in Thailand, including onward travel plans.

Arrival Information

It’s best to arrive on the actual start date. There’s no activities on the first day, so you can arrive at any time. If you do arrive early we’ll still pick you up from the airport and will book you into our Bangkok accommodation from the day you arrive. Extra nights can be pre-booked direct with us.

Requirements

Medical:

If you suffer from asthma or any other serious lung conditions, you may not be able to participate in this course. If you are suffering from any other conditions that may restrict you from diving, you may be asked to produce a doctor’s certificate. If you are unsure please see your doctor for advice. Advanced, Discover Scuba and various other Dive options are also available.

 

Please also let us know if you have any other medical or dietary requirements so we can ensure everything is in place for you before you arrive!

 

Travel Insurance:

Travel insurance for Bali is compulsory to join the trip. Your group leader will ask for proof of this on the first day of the trip.

 

Visas:

Most nationalities including the UK, Europe, Australia, NZ, Canada, USD, Scandinavia and Brazil will usually receive a 30-day visa exemption on arrival for free. If you would like a longer tourist visa or are not eligible for the visa exemption you can apply for a visa at your nearest Thai consulate prior to entering Thailand. 

If you’re unsure of your visa requirements or need any help please contact us!

After your Trip

Your trip finishes in Koh Tao in the south of Thailand. There are a few options to get you back to Bangkok: 

Take a 2 hour ferry from Koh Tao to Koh Samui and then a one hour flight back to Bangkok. Remember to leave enough time for connecting to your international flight out of Thailand. Your group leader can organise the ferry but you may want to pre-book the flight.

The second quickest and most popular option is to take a 4 hour ferry to Surat Thani and then a one hour flight back to Bangkok.

If you have more time you can also do the overnight train back to Bangkok. Your group leader can help you with all these options and more in Thailand.

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