Compare 47+ dive shops
across 6 destinations.
Each destination has its own diving character, season, and price level. Click through to compare every dive shop we track, from Koh Tao's certification factories to Maldives liveaboards to Komodo's drift dives. Multi-currency, transparent commissions, no markup.
Koh Tao
World's most certification-intensive dive island. 30+ dive shops, uniform pricing, cheap accommodation, calm waters. Best for beginners and divemaster candidates.
Phuket
Thailand's biggest dive base. Day trips to Phi Phi, Racha, King Cruiser wreck. Departure point for Similan liveaboards. Every price range, biggest selection of shops in the country.
Gili Islands
Three small islands northwest of Lombok with no cars, easy reef diving, and likely the highest turtle density in Southeast Asia. Popular for Open Water certification and chill long-stays.
Bali
Indonesia's most accessible dive destination. Multiple regions per island: Tulamben wrecks, Nusa Penida mola mola, Menjangan walls, Amed slopes. Mid-range pricing, easy logistics, year-round diving.
Maldives
Liveaboard country. Year-round diving across 26 atolls with mantas, whale sharks, hammerheads, and house reefs you can dive from your villa. Premium pricing reflects the logistics.
Komodo
Strongest currents in Indonesia. Manta cleaning stations, big-fish action, drift dives that test even experienced divers. Liveaboard country with a few land-based options in Labuan Bajo.
Quick comparison: which destination for what diver
| Destination | Best for | Open Water | Style | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koh Tao | First-time divers, certification | 9,800–11,500 THB | Land-based, calm | Mar–Sep |
| Phuket | Day trips + liveaboards | 13,500–15,500 THB | Day trips, liveaboard hub | Nov–Apr |
| Bali | Multi-region trips, mola mola | 11,000–14,000 THB | Land-based, multi-region | Apr–Oct |
| Gili Islands | Chill atmosphere, turtles | 10,500–13,000 THB | Land-based, easy access | Apr–Oct |
| Maldives | Premium liveaboards, mantas | 22,000–32,000 THB | Liveaboards + luxury resorts | Year-round (varies by side) |
| Komodo | Advanced drift, big-fish action | 12,000–16,000 THB | Liveaboards + Labuan Bajo | Apr–Nov |
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