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Yes, you'll need to be at least an Open Water certified diver before departure (SSI or PADI) to do any diving on our trip. However, our liveaboard requires divers to have completed either the Advanced Adventurer Course or the Adventure Deep Dive. Not Certified to 30m? No problem — we've got you covered with the below options:

Option 1: SSI Adventure Deep Dive — £39

• This is a great option if you’re happy with a simple depth upgrade without committing to a full course.

• A one-off, supervised deep dive completed on the first day onboard. It allows you to safely dive to 30 metres for the rest of the trip.

• Valid for 12 months from completion.

• Why choose this: It’s quick, affordable, and gets you diving deeper right away. Ideal if you’re short on time, but still want to access the deeper sites with your group.

📌 Note: This is a recognition certification, not a full license. It doesn’t count toward a certification pathway but gives you access to deeper dives on this trip.

Option 2: SSI Advanced Adventurer Course — £195

• If you’re looking to take your diving to the next level, this is your best bet.

• A full SSI course (equivalent to PADI Advanced Open Water Diver) that includes five specialty dives — one of which will be the Deep Dive to 30m.

• Why choose this: You’ll finish the trip with a recognised certification allowing you to dive to 30m anywhere in the world. Perfect for anyone who wants to progress in diving and get more out of future trips too.

📌 This option gives you a full cert card and helps build confidence, skills and experience underwater — all while diving in some of the best sites in Thailand.

Not certified but keen to join? Reach out before booking and we'll discuss beginner-friendly options to get you dive-ready.

We use comfortable twin cabins throughout the trip — yep, even on the liveaboard! The boat is epic, with showers, chill zones and unreal food, but just a heads up: cabins are cozy, not massive — it’s a dive boat, after all!

On land, all our hotels come with aircon, Wi-Fi, comfy beds and a solid breakfast to fuel your next adventure. 🍳

The only exception? Our night in Khao Sok’s floating bungalows, an absolute bucket list spot. Expect comfy beds and a fan (no aircon), but trust us, the fan does the job and waking up on the lake is next level.

Absolutely! Many of our travelers come solo and leave with lifelong friends. Our group dynamic fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. Divers make the friendliest people after all.

Our tours typically attract travelers aged 20-35. However, age is just a number—if you're young at heart and ready for adventure, you're welcome aboard!

Most accommodations offer Wi-Fi, but connectivity can be limited on the liveaboard and in remote areas. Consider purchasing a local SIM card or eSIM for more reliable internet access throughout your journey. For 2 weeks a local Sim Card will typically cost £15-20 and can be purchased at the airport or from 7/11.

Thailand is budget-friendly. We recommend bringing around £500 for personal expenses, souvenirs, and optional activities. But you can always spend more or less depending on your budget.

Using a travel card like Wise/Monzo/Starling can help you avoid foreign transaction fees.

Yep! Thailand has plenty of inexpensive places to take your laundry, we recommend packing enough to make it to Koh Tao and then doing a load of washing there, however you’ll find laundry services at most of our hotel stops.

Pro tip: Pack light, re-wear your faves, and leave the heavy suitcase at home — adventure > outfit changes.

Yes, comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellations and diving activities is mandatory. Ensure your policy includes coverage for scuba diving up to 30 meters.

Pack light! Essentials include:

• Swimwear and quick-dry clothing

• Reef-safe sunscreen

• A reusable water bottle

• Lightweight rain jacket

• Travel adapter (Thailand uses Type A, B, and C plugs)

• Personal toiletries

• Dive certification card and logbook

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Great question and one we get asked a lot!

Throughout the tour, you'll be roomed with someone of the same sex from the group. If you're travelling with a friend or partner and want to share a room together, just let us know when you book and we’ll make sure you’re paired up.

On the liveaboard, things work a little differently due to cabin availability. If we have an odd number of guests, there’s a chance you might share a twin cabin with someone outside the tour group. We’ll always do our best to avoid this and keep you with fellow Ride travellers wherever possible.

In rare cases, if there's an odd number of the same sex, you might be placed in a triple room for certain parts of the trip. Again, we do everything we can to minimise this and make sure everyone’s as comfortable as possible.

If you’ve got any special rooming requests or concerns, just pop us a message we’re here to help!