Phuket Dive Site Map

Kata Beach is one of the most famous beaches on Phuket's west coast, alongside Patong. It is about a 15–20 minute drive from Patong, making it convenient for those who want to plan other activities or who cannot make it in time for boat dives on arrival day. You can easily enjoy diving here.

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Duration: 30 min   Depth: 5M~12M   Visibility: 10M~20M   Current: Weak

Kata Beach is a shallow beach on Phuket’s west coast with pure white sand. The maximum depth is around 10 meters, making it perfect for beginners, training, and half-day dives. Beach entry is possible, allowing divers to choose depth according to their skill level for a stress-free experience. The sandy bottom is home to juvenile gobies and glassfish, popular with beginner divers. Offshore coral reefs host schools of glassfish, lionfish, barracuda, and juvenile snappers, offering interesting sights for experienced divers and underwater photographers. During the rainy season (May–October), waves may prevent diving, but the dry season is calm with visibility around 10 meters. Kata Beach is also suitable for snorkeling, so both divers and non-divers can enjoy the experience together.

Discover Scuba Diving is available both on boat dives to nearby islands and on Phuket beaches.

Just a short boat ride from Phuket, you can reach nearby islands where the waters are much clearer than Phuket's beaches, with vibrant coral and tropical fish. The most popular island for Discover Scuba Diving with consistently high visibility throughout the year is 'Racha Yai Island,' just a 1-hour boat ride from Phuket. If the weather is favorable, breathtaking southern island scenery awaits. During the high season, half-day Discover Scuba Diving tours are available on Phuket’s beaches. Experience floating underwater among colorful coral and fish in Phuket’s warm waters—a unique sensation you’ve likely never felt before, creating unforgettable memories of your Phuket trip.

Discover Scuba Diving is not a difficult water sport.

First, participants receive guidance from a Japanese instructor on equipment use before entering the water. Safety is our top priority. You will never be taken into deep water without explanation. Our instructors provide on-land instruction first, allowing you to experience your first dive comfortably at your own pace.

Our instructors provide full support.

During Discover Scuba Diving, you wear a buoyancy jacket that keeps you afloat at the surface and underwater. You also use equipment that allows easy breathing underwater, so even non-swimmers can safely enjoy the underwater world around Phuket.

Participants must be 8 years or older.

Anyone 8 years or older and in good health can join Discover Scuba Diving, making it possible for families to participate together.

Yes, you can participate together.

Licensed divers can join trial divers in the water. Depth limits differ between licensed and trial divers, so licensed divers will stay within Discover Scuba Diving limits. Families, friends, and couples can enjoy diving together.

Participants taking medication cannot dive. Those with medical history should consult in advance.

Diving involves underwater pressure, so participants on medication cannot dive. Certain conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease, pneumothorax, or other medical history may prevent diving. Please consult with us beforehand.