PADI Rescue Diver Course in Koh Phi Phi
Challenge yourself and grow as a diver with the PADI Rescue Diver Course at Dive Tribe Phi Phi. This rewarding course builds confidence and teaches you how to prevent and manage problems in the water, making you a more capable and aware dive buddy.
Why Take the Rescue Course?
The Rescue Diver Course is often described as the most demanding — yet most rewarding — course in the PADI system. You’ll learn how to identify stress, respond to dive emergencies, and assist both conscious and unconscious divers — all while developing leadership, confidence, and safety awareness.
Why Learn with Dive Tribe Phi Phi?
- Experienced instructors passionate about safety and teaching
- Realistic, scenario-based training in open water settings
- Small class sizes for personalized feedback and hands-on practice
- Supportive team environment with a focus on your progress
- Training conducted in beautiful Koh Phi Phi marine surroundings
Course Schedule (3 Days)
- Day 1: Knowledge development and self-rescue review (complete your PADI eLearning before arrival)
- Day 2: Optional: Emergency First Response (EFR) Course in the morning + Rescue skills practice in confined and open water
- Day 3: Emergency scenario training + final evaluations
This schedule is flexible and may be adjusted based on your pace of progress. Please contact us on WhatsApp for custom arrangements.
Prerequisites for Participation
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent)
- Minimum age: 12 years
- Current CPR and First Aid certification (e.g., PADI Emergency First Response) within the past 24 months
- If you do not yet have an EFR certification, you must complete the Emergency First Response Course before or during the Rescue Course. You can book this as a separate product on our site.
- All participants must complete the PADI Medical Questionnaire (PDF). If any questions are answered “Yes,” a doctor’s clearance is required before diving.
Included
- PADI Rescue Diver eLearning access
- All rental scuba diving equipment
- Professional instruction and rescue scenario training
- Insurance, lunch, and refreshments during boat sessions
Not included:
National park fee of 600 THB per person is not included in the course price. This fee is collected in cash at the pier by Department of National Parks (DNP) officers before the boat trip and supports marine conservation efforts within the Phi Phi Marine Park.
Important Reminders
Before your course, please visit our shop for paperwork, equipment fitting, and a short orientation:
Flying after diving:
After a morning trip, you must wait at least 18 hours before flying, starting from 11:00 AM
After an afternoon trip, you must wait at least 18 hours before flying, starting from 4:00 PM
Please check your flight schedule before booking.
Other Participants:
We will contact you via WhatsApp to collect details for each participant in your group.
Please ensure you have their info, and medical questionnaire status ready.
Join Us
Take the next step in your diving journey with Dive Tribe Phi Phi.
The PADI Rescue Diver Course will challenge and transform you — building confidence, sharpening your awareness, and empowering you to assist others in real-world situations.
Whether you’re aiming to become a dive professional or simply want to be the best buddy possible, this course is a milestone you won’t forget.
Join us in the heart of the Phi Phi National Marine Park and discover what you’re truly capable of — both in the water and as a diver.
