SEE THE REEF AFTER DARK
PADI NIGHT DIVER SPECIALTY IN KOH TAO
Experience Koh Tao’s dive sites in a completely different way, with torchlight, quieter reefs and marine life you rarely see during the day.
The PADI Night Diver Specialty teaches you how to plan night dives, use your light properly, communicate in low light
and stay more aware after sunset.
HOW YOUR NIGHT DIVER SPECIALTY WORKS
This specialty is built around night dive planning, torch use, communication and staying oriented
when the reef looks completely different after dark.
Prepare Before Sunset
Go through the plan, equipment, signals and entry points before the dive, so everything feels clear while there is still light.
Use Your Light Properly
Learn how to handle your torch, signal your buddy and avoid shining light in a way that disturbs divers or marine life.
Stay Oriented At Night
Practise simple navigation, natural references when visibility and landmarks feel different
after dark.
Notice Night Life
See how the reef changes after sunset, from sleeping fish to nocturnal animals becoming more active around the dive site.
BEFORE YOUR PADI NIGHT DIVER SPECIALTY
The key details before you start: who can join, how the evenings work, what is included and what we take care of.
The Key Details
Duration: 2–3 evenings
Price: 8,200 THB
Dives included: 3 night training dives
Certification needed: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Minimum age: 12 years old
What We Take Care Of
We include your PADI Night Diver materials, instructor guidance, scuba equipment, diving insurance, night training dives and your digital certification card.
GET READY FOR YOUR NIGHT DIVER SPECIALTY
Before your first night dive, we’ll take time to go through the plan properly while there is still light. You’ll know how to use your torch, where the dive starts, how to signal your buddy and what to expect once the reef goes dark.
Before You Arrive
You can start your PADI Night Diver Specialty materials in your own time. They introduce night dive planning, torch use, communication, and the changes that make diving after sunset
feel very different.
When You Meet Us
We check your certification, medical form and equipment, then set up your torch and talk through the entry point, dive route, signals, buddy contact and return plan before heading out for the evening.
SEE KOH TAO’S REEFS AFTER DARK
Night diving changes the whole feeling
of a dive site.
The reef becomes quieter, your torch shows only what is in front of you, and small details stand out in a completely different way.
A Different Kind Of Dive
During the day, it is easy to look everywhere at once. At night, the dive feels slower and more focused, with your light guiding your attention across the reef.
You learn to enjoy that change without rushing, while staying close to your buddy and aware of the dive plan.
Light, Signals And Awareness
Your torch becomes part of how you dive. You use it to look around, communicate clearly and stay connected with your buddy after sunset.
The aim is to help night diving feel organised, calm and enjoyable —
not confusing or overwhelming.
HOW YOUR PADI NIGHT DIVER COURSE RUNS
Three evenings focused on planning, preparing for and enjoying night dives, with three night dives around Koh Tao.
DAY ONE — CLASSROOM & NIGHT DIVE 1
16:00 meet / 16:15 classroom
17:40 — Night Dive 1
Your first evening covers the key night diving knowledge before your first night dive.
DAY TWO — NIGHT DIVE 2
17:15 — Meet At Flow Divers
17:40 — Night Dive 2
Your second evening builds confidence, awareness and comfort in low-light conditions.
DAY THREE — NIGHT DIVE 3
17:15 — Meet At Flow Divers
17:40 — Night Dive 3
Your final evening completes the course and brings the night diving skills together.
Please note: this is the usual course flow, but exact timings can change depending on boat schedule, dive sites,
conditions and your course plan.
We’ll confirm the best schedule before the course starts.
WHO CAN JOIN THE PADI NIGHT DIVER SPECIALTY?
This specialty is for certified divers who want to experience Koh Tao’s reefs after sunset, with proper planning, torch signals and close buddy contact.
Certification Needed
You need to be a PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver or hold an equivalent certification.
Minimum Age
You need to be at least 12 years old to
take the PADI Night Diver Specialty.
Medical Form
Every diver completes a short scuba medical questionnaire before training. Some answers may require doctor clearance.
No Night Experience Needed
You do not need to have night dived before. We go through the plan, light use and buddy signals clearly before entering the water.
NEED HELP WITH ACCOMMODATION?
If you are still choosing where to stay, Flow Divers can help point you towards nearby accommodation options.
For the Night Diver Specialty, staying close keeps things simple before the evening dives and makes the return easier after the course finishes.
MAKE IT DELUXE
Want a little more from your PADI Night Diver course?
The Deluxe option keeps the same Night Diver course schedule, with a few extra touches included around the evenings.
ALL-INCLUSIVE DELUXE — 15,900 THB PER PERSON
Deluxe extras:
Professional photos on three dives
Flow Divers T-shirt
Dinner for 3 days
Choose the Deluxe option in the booking section below.
BOOK YOUR PADI NIGHT DIVER SPECIALTY IN KOH TAO
Ready to see Koh Tao after dark? Join Flow Divers for the PADI Night Diver Specialty in Koh Tao and learn how to plan night dives,
use your torch, communicate clearly and stay close to your buddy after sunset.
This course is a great choice if you want to experience familiar reefs in a completely different way, with quieter water,
focused torchlight and marine life you do not normally see during the day.
PADI Night Diver in Koh Tao
Price range: ฿8,200 through ฿15,900
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR PADI NIGHT DIVER SPECIALTY
Answers to the main questions divers usually have before joining the PADI Night Diver Specialty in Koh Tao.
Do I need to be certified already?
Yes. You need to be a PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver or hold an equivalent certification.
How old do I need to be?
You need to be at least 12 years old to take the PADI Night Diver Specialty.
How many dives are included?
The standard PADI Night Diver Specialty includes three night training dives, usually completed over 2–3 evenings.
Do I need night diving experience already?
No. You do not need to have night dived before. We go through the plan, torch use, signals and buddy contact before entering the water.
What will I practise during the course?
You will practise night dive planning, torch signals, buddy contact, navigation awareness, air checks and staying organised after sunset.
Do I need my own torch?
No. We help you with the equipment you need for the course and make sure your torch setup is clear before the dive.
How long should I wait before flying after diving?
For a course with multiple dives over several days, plan to wait at least 18 hours before flying or going to altitude. It is worth checking PADI’s flying after diving guidance before booking your onward travel.
Is night diving scary?
It can feel new at first, but the course is built step by step. Once the plan, signals and torch use make sense, most divers find night diving calm, focused and really memorable.
Still have a question?
If you are unsure about anything before booking, send us a message with your dates and what you’d like to do. We’ll get back to you and help you choose the right next step.