Isla Tortuga Divers
PADI dive school on Koh Tao, from a first try dive up to instructor level. Beginner course prices include equipment, digital PADI materials, certification and boat trips; Sail Rock day trips include insurance, a dive computer and breakfast.
4.9 ★ Google (1261)Verified Sep 2026
Levels: Beginner-friendly · Intermediate · Advanced only · Min cert: Open Water / Advanced / None / Rescue / Divemaster / Advanced Open Water
Prices & products from Isla Tortuga Divers
20 products
- Illustrative photoCoursePADIAdvanced onlyPADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)
The PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) for divemasters becoming instructors; materials and PADI fees are charged on top.
Fun dives
- Beginner-friendlyFun dive1 x Fun Dive
A single guided fun dive around Koh Tao for certified divers, insurance included.
- Beginner-friendly
- Beginner-friendlyFun diveScuba Review + 2 Fun Dives
A skills refresher for certified divers who have not dived for a while, followed by two fun dives, insurance included.
- IntermediateFun diveSail Rock Trip (1 Day)
A 1-day trip to Sail Rock featuring 2 dives with insurance, equipment, dive computer, breakfast wrap, and Thai buffet lunch included.
Courses
- IntermediateCoursePADI Advanced Open Water Course
A 2-day PADI Advanced Open Water course covering five adventure dives with full equipment rental and certification fees included.
- IntermediateCoursePADI Deep Diver Course
A PADI Deep Diver specialty course with four dives; a three-dive version costs 6,500 THB.
- Beginner-friendlyCoursePADI Discover Scuba Diving
A 1-day PADI Discover Scuba Diving introductory experience for complete beginners, with full equipment rental included and an optional extra dive.
- Advanced onlyCoursePADI Divemaster Course
A PADI Divemaster course, the first professional level; materials, crew pack, insurance and PADI fees are charged on top.
- Beginner-friendlyCourseEmergency First Response (EFR)
An Emergency First Response (EFR) first-aid and CPR course, booked on its own without the Rescue Diver course.
- IntermediateCoursePADI Night Diver Course
A PADI Night Diver specialty course with three night dives; a two-dive version is also offered.
- Beginner-friendlyCoursePADI Enriched Air Nitrox Course
A PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) course with two dives; a nitrox upgrade added to another course costs 5,900 THB.
- Beginner-friendlyCoursePADI Open Water Course
A 3-day PADI Open Water Course for beginners with full equipment rental, digital PADI materials, certification fees, and boat trips included.
- IntermediateCoursePADI Rescue Diver Course
A PADI Rescue Diver course including EFR First Aid training, with full equipment rental included per the operator's all-inclusive pricing.
- IntermediateCoursePADI Rescue Diver Course (without EFR)
A PADI Rescue Diver course without EFR first-aid training, for divers who already have a current first-aid certification.
- Beginner-friendlyCoursePADI Scuba Diver Course
A 2-day PADI Scuba Diver course, a shorter entry-level certification than the full Open Water course.
- Beginner-friendlyCourseScuba Review (Refresher)
A PADI Scuba Review skills refresher for certified divers returning to diving; fun dives can be added.
- IntermediateCoursePADI Wreck Diver Course
A PADI Wreck Diver specialty course with four dives; a three-dive version costs 6,500 THB.
Packages
- Beginner-friendlyPackage10 x Fun Dives
A package of ten guided fun dives around Koh Tao for certified divers, insurance included.
- Beginner-friendlyPackage6 x Fun Dives
A package of six guided fun dives around Koh Tao for certified divers, insurance included.
Guest reviews
“Instructor the instructor is highly responsible and professional, with strong diving knowledge and skills. She was incredibly patient throughout my learning process and always made me feel safe and supported underwater.”
Google · 2026-06-29
More guest reviews
“cannot recommend this diving centre enough! i did the open water diving course with the diving instructor the instructor and it was amazing! the instructor made the process fun, enjoyable and educational.”
Google · 2026-05-30
Meet at Isla Tortuga Divers
7 31, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360
Thailand
- Mon–Sun7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Transparency
2 of 6 safety topics disclosed on their own site
Reviews & safety reports
Safety practices on record
On its own website, this operator explicitly states:
Certification agency
The operator offers PADI diving courses and certifications.
“Scuba Diving Prices in Koh Tao represent some of the most competitive rates for PADI certifications and fun diving globally.”
See on operator's siteDive insurance
Insurance is included with fun diving packages.
“* Insurance Included”
See on operator's site
Read off the operator's own website on 2026-08-24, quote-checked against the page it came from. We also looked for oxygen & first aid, divers per guide, dive briefings, and equipment servicing and found nothing stated.
What the reviews mention
- Instructors professional, patient, and reassuring; created safe, supportive atmosphere.
- Made to feel confident in diving ability with ability to stop anytime.
- Marine conservation and environmental respect prioritized on every dive.
“cannot recommend this diving centre enough! i did the open water diving course with the diving instructor the instructor and it was amazing! the instructor made the process fun, enjoyable and educational.”
Google · 2026-05-30
“We first did our Advanced Open Water course with the instructor, and I'm truly grateful for his patience, professionalism, and the way he teaches with so much respect for the ocean and marine conservation.”
Google · 2026-05-23
“An unforgettable experience with Isla Tortuga Dive Center 🌊✨ I completed my Open Water with the instructor and my Advanced with the instructor, and honestly, I couldn't have asked for better instructors. Beyond being incredibly professional, skilled, patient, and reassuring…”
Google · 2026-05-24
Themes across the reviews Google returns — at most 5 per place, picked by relevance, not at random. Not independent reports, and not enough reviews to tell you a shop is safe.
This is not a safety rating. It records what an operator publishes and what its reviewers happen to mention — nothing here says an operator is safe or unsafe.
Common questions about Isla Tortuga Divers
Is Isla Tortuga Divers suitable for beginner divers?
Yes — 11 of 20 products are beginner-friendly, starting at THB 1,000. The entry course is PADI Open Water Course.
How much does diving with Isla Tortuga Divers cost?
Fun dives start at THB 1,000 per dive; courses from THB 1,800.
Where does Isla Tortuga Divers operate?
Isla Tortuga Divers operates in Koh Tao, with products covering Sail Rock.