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We can advise on your best options and make all the arrangements for your scuba diving course and accommodation before you arrive.","upvoteCount":2,"url":"https:\/\/www.thefunkyturtle.com\/scuba-diving\/","name":"Can I book scuba diving online before I arrive on Koh Tao?","dateCreated":"2020-06-10T12:50:00+07:00","@id":"https:\/\/www.thefunkyturtle.com\/scuba-diving\/#Answer2"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"How long does a scuba diving course take on Koh Tao?","text":"An entry level beginners Open Water course can be completed in as little as 2.5 days. If you are short on time we can arrange for you to complete the e-learning prior to arrival and book you a private course tailored to your planned travel schedule.","@id":"https:\/\/www.thefunkyturtle.com\/scuba-diving\/#Answer3"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","author":"https:\/\/www.thefunkyturtle.com\/#Organization","isFamilyFriendly":true,"isAccessibleForFree":false,"url":"https:\/\/www.thefunkyturtle.com\/scuba-diving\/","name":"Am I guaranteed to see a Whaleshark when scuba diving on Koh Tao? Answer","text":"Whalesharks in the sea around Koh Tao have been seen more frequently over the past 10 years. Thousands of visitors to Koh Tao have experienced that life changing moment of swimming or diving with one the most magnificent fish in the ocean.  Although your chances of seeing a Whaleshark are much better than previously, we do not know of one reputable dive centre that would guarantee that you see one.","dateCreated":"2020-06-10T22:09:00+07:00","@id":"https:\/\/www.thefunkyturtle.com\/scuba-diving\/#Answer4"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Is scuba diving equipment included for fun diving on Koh Tao?","text":"All fun diving packages include a set of rental equipment such as a Mask & Snorkel, BCD, Regulator, fins, wetsuit and a dive computer. All diving courses also include a full set of scuba diving equipment.","@id":"https:\/\/www.thefunkyturtle.com\/scuba-diving\/#Answer5"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","text":"Koh Tao boasts an abundance of marine life with over 20 diverse and amazing dive sites to visit as a part of the daily diving schedules.  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