Thai Intro & Dive - 13 Days

Landing in Bangkok, a driver will meet you at the airport and take you to your guesthouse in the heart of the travellers district, Khao San Road. Meet up with your travel crew and get excited for the adventures to come.

We’ll be experiencing Bangkok from a different angle this morning as we explore the city’s legendary canals, taking in the floating markets and local ways of life. We’ll then stop by some of the city’s most sacred and famous temples, travelling by tuk tuk through the wild and crazy streets.

If you love Thai food, you’ll be seriously into what comes next. This morning we’ll be learning the secrets of Thai cooking with a hands on class, before boarding our overnight train (with fully reclining beds) south.

Prepare to feel like you’re having a pinch me moment as we make our way to our next stop. Winding through limestone cliffs on a traditional long boat, we’ll reach our floating bungalow home for the night in dreamy Khao Sok National Park. You’ll then spend the rest of the day kayaking, tubing and monkey spotting.

Let the beauty of the Thai Islands work their magic on you as we arrive into Koh Phangan, the island most famous for hosting the legendary full moon parties. We’ll check into our beautiful beachside accom.

With a full day to yourself, today you can do as much or as little as you like. Chill on the beach or by the pool, explore the island, or play in the sea. We'll also treat you to a traditional Thai massage.

Discover the beauty of the island as we travel to some of the beautiful beaches! Chill, soak up some sun and then kick back with a beach BBQ!

All that beach time got you feeling a little lazy? We’ve got just the thing to get you moving - a Muay Thai boxing class, where you’ll learn how to punch and kick like a pro. In the mood for something a little more chill? You could instead opt for a private yoga class. Tonight’s our last on Koh Phangan, so we’ll be heading out as a group for dinner and drinks.

Saying goodbye to your Group Leader today, you’ll swap one island paradise for another as we travel to Koh Tao. Your pickup will meet you at the ferry and take you to your beach front resort for check in, then it’s back to school (but in a fun way) for a lesson in SCUBA diving theory. ­

You’ll be putting your theory skills to the test this morning as you head out on your first open water dive. Heading to one of the islands many bays, you’ll undertake a shallow dive to go through some essential skills like learning to use your equipment, getting used to breathing underwater and learning to control your buoyancy. ­

Two further dives are on the agenda today, where you’ll reach a maximum depth of 12 metres. You’ll be concentrating on putting your new found skills into action, but don’t forget to also take time to appreciate the brightly coloured coral reefs, tropical fish, and perhaps even spotting a turtle or two. ­

We’ll head out to the famous Chumpon Pinnacles to see bigger schools of fish, reef sharks and maybe even a whale shark!

Checking out of our beach front resort this morning, you’ll have one final fun dive to complete as part of your dive package. Your unforgettable 13 day adventure will then come to an end. Those flying home will make their way to the airport, or keep living the dream and extend your stay in Thailand or South East Asia with our help and the new friends you’ve made.