Day 1 - Bangkok to Chumphon ( -/-/- )

Late afternoon transfer to the railway station for the overnight train to Chumphon.

Day 2 - Chumphon to Ko Tao ( -/-/- )

Arrive Chumphon early in the morning and then transfer by bus and ferry to Ko Tao. After checking in to the bungalow, the rest of the day is yours to explore this charming island.

Day 3 - Ko Tao ( B/-/- )

Commence the PADI Open Water diving course.

Afternoon: Registration and theoretical instruction with manual and videos.

Day 4 - Ko Tao ( B/-/- )

Morning:    Confined-water training down to a depth of 3-4 metres.

Afternoon: Further theoretical instruction.

Day 5 - Ko Tao ( B/-/- )

Morning:    Final theory session and examination.

Afternoon: Two open-water dives down to a depth of 12 metres to practice the skills learned in confined water.

Day 6 - Ko Tao  ( B/-/- )

Morning:    Two open-water dives down to a depth of 18 metres to perfect skills and allow instructor assessment. Certification of those passing the  course.

Day 7 - Ko Tao ( B/-/- )

Termination of the tour after breakfast. You can extend your journey to Ko Pha Ngan and Ko Samui that you will arrive in the late afternoon.

Price :

Trip	Schedule	Price US$, P/P	High season		Compulsory Dinner		reservation
			Date	Price	Date	Price
Koh Tao Resort	01 Nov 10 to 31 Oct 11	Adult - US$ 683 Child rate: 75%	•   21 Dec 10 to 05 Jan 11	14	•   31 Dec 10	72
Koh Tao Tropicana Resort	01 Nov 11 to 31 Oct 12	Adult - US$ 670 Child rate 75%	•   21 Dec 11 to 05 Jan 12	14	•   31 Dec 11	72
Koh Tao Resort	01 Nov 11 to 31 Oct 12	Adult - US$ 814 Child rate: 75%	•   21 Dec 11 to 05 Oct 12	17	•   31 Dec 11	72

Remark :

§ Please note that it is a monsoon season on the east coast during mid-October and mid-December. However, divers can still enjoy some of the dive sites sheltered by the island itself. There might be a few service interruptions on the ferry from Chumphon to Ko Tao and in that case, we will reroute the trip via Ko Samui instead. Those arriving during the monsoon period should contact our local office prior to the commencement of the trip. § Participants should meet ETC at least one day prior to departure day for orientation of the program. § Please also refer to the MEDICAL STATEMENT above.

Services included in the price :

§ Accommodation: shared twin-bedded room with air conditioning and private facilities. § Meals: Daily breakfast § Transport:  Air-conditioned/non-air-conditioned in remote areas, 2nd class air-conditioned train from Bangkok to Chumphon and ferry to Ko Tao § Misc: Local English-speaking guides and all activities as specified in the itinerary, including admission fees, with instruction where necessary

Services not included in the price:

§ Drinks and meals not mentioned in the itinerary § Tips for guide and drivers / Personal expenses §  Diving book. Those who required PADI certificate will need to buy compulsory PADI dive book at an additional cost approximately Baht 2,000 per person. The price is  only a guideline and subject to change without prior notice. Clients will be informed about the exact price locally. Please advise if it is the case.

	Preferred accommodation list:
	Ko Tao –  Ko Tao Tropicana Resort  (Standard a/c) Ko Tao – Ko Tao Resort (Superior)