Question 1

What to expect in the Racha Yai Island Scuba Diving tour in Phuket?

Accepted Answer

Racha Yai Island is one of the most famous spots for professional as well as amateur scuba divers. The Racha Island diving tour in Phuket includes 2 amazing dives in the clear waters of Racha Island to experience and admire its underwater creatures. The tour is also inclusive of an exclusive lunch meal in between your sessions, a pickup-drop service, and the provision of highly qualified diving trainers. Moreover, crucial safety measures are followed before and during the dive, therefore all you need to worry about is to enjoy your life-changing beautiful dive.

Question 2

What are things to keep in mind while visiting Racha Yai Island for Scuba Diving?

Accepted Answer

Things to keep in mind while visiting the Racha Island diving spot is that you shall be allowed to go in for a dive without an instructor only if you are a certified PADI diver or possess an Open Water Diver Certification. You also must have done at least 4 dives in your lifetime and a minimum of 1 during the past one year. If you do not fit in the above-mentioned criteria, you shall be accompanied by a professional instructor at an additional cost of THB 1500(around 3450 INR). Also, do not forget to carry the following along with you while heading for the dive:
- Sunscreen
- Underwater camera
- A hat or a cap
- An extra pair of dry clothing and socks
- Government authorized ID
- Proof of your Booking

Question 3

What are the Pick-Up and Drop Off information?

Accepted Answer

Free pickup and drop service shall be provided to guests boarding only from Patong, Karon, Kata, and Chalong. You can avail pick up service from the following spots at specified timings:
- Mai Khao, JW Marriott, Naithon, Naiyang: 6:45 A.M.
- Pa Krok, Bangtao Beach, Surin Beach: 7:00 A.M.
- Kamala Beach: 7:15 A.M.
- Boat Lagoon, Phuket Town, Cape Panwa, Patong, Siray Bay: 7:30 A.M.
- Kata, Karon, Rawai Beach, Naiharn Beach: 7:45 A.M.
- Chalong: 8 A.M.
You shall be dropped back to the same spot as your pick up by 4 P.M. You shall also receive a confirmation call from the operator beforehand for your Pickup and Drop.

Question 4

What is the minimum age required to experience Racha Yai Island Diving?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age required to go in for a dive at Racha Yai Island is 12 years. However, if you wish for them to accompany you on the tour, you can do so at a discounted rate that shall be non-inclusive of the Racha Yai Island Scuba Diving expenses. An adult who is not interested in Racha Yai Island Diving can also accompany you at a discounted rate.

Question 5

What are the other inclusions in the package?

Accepted Answer

Apart from the Racha Island diving experience, your package shall be inclusive of the following things:
- Insurance provided by the concerned operator.
- Provision of a professional instructor.
- Lunch, Drinking Water, and other refreshments.
- All the necessary diving equipment and safety gear.
- A pickup and drop service from your hotel.