Ko Tao Scuba Diving Requirements and Check-In Guide
This guide covers what divers need before diving in Ko Tao. Open Water or an equivalent certification is needed to dive independently, while introductory courses are available. Divers use a standard medical questionnaire, and a “yes” answer needs a doctor’s sign-off. Insurance requirements vary by operator. Check-in usually includes certification when applicable, the medical questionnaire, a liability form and a briefing.
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What you need to dive here
- Open Water or an equivalent certification is needed to dive independently.
- Introductory courses are available.
- A standard dive medical questionnaire is used.
- A “yes” answer needs a doctor’s sign-off.
Paperwork to bring
- Bring your certification if applicable.
- Bring your medical questionnaire.
- Bring a doctor’s sign-off if required by your questionnaire.
- Bring insurance information if required by your operator.
What to expect at check-in
Check-in usually involves the medical questionnaire, certification if applicable, a briefing and a liability form.
Medical and insurance
- Local clinics are available.
- Many operators require insurance for boat dives, and many include basic cover.
- Personal dive insurance, such as DAN-style cover, is recommended.
- Requirements vary by operator, so check with your operator.
- A recompression chamber operates on Ko Tao, at Mae Haad.
Documents to bring
- Certification if applicable
- Medical questionnaire
- Doctor’s sign-off if required
- Insurance information if required
- Liability form
FAQ
Do I need an Open Water certification to dive independently in Ko Tao?
Yes. Open Water or an equivalent certification is needed to dive independently. Introductory courses are also available for people who do not have that certification.
What happens if I answer yes on the medical questionnaire?
A standard dive medical questionnaire is used. If you answer “yes” to a question, you need a doctor’s sign-off. Local clinics are available.
Do I need dive insurance for Ko Tao?
Requirements vary. Many operators require insurance for boat dives, and many include basic cover. Personal dive insurance, such as DAN-style cover, is recommended. Check with your operator.
What does check-in usually include?
Check-in usually includes the medical questionnaire, your certification if applicable, a briefing and a liability form. Insurance requirements vary by operator, so check with your operator.
Related guides
- Bonaire Scuba Diving Requirements and Check-In Guide
- Red Sea Scuba Diving Requirements and Check-In Guide
- Share DAN Insurance With a Dive Operator
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