Thailand
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Koh Lanta, Thailand
Koh Lanta offers peaceful freediving experiences with clear waters, diverse marine life, and excellent conditions for both beginners and advanced freedivers.
Explore →Koh Tao, Thailand
Koh Tao is one of the world's premier freediving destinations, known for its calm waters, excellent visibility, and vibrant freediving community.
Explore →About Freediving in Thailand
Thailand is one of the world's premier freediving destinations, particularly the island of Koh Tao, which has earned a reputation as the freediving capital of Southeast Asia. The country offers excellent conditions, affordable training, and a vibrant freediving community.
Freediving Conditions
Thailand's waters provide ideal conditions for freedivers:
- Visibility: Typically 15-25 meters, with some sites offering even better
- Water Temperature: Warm year-round, ranging from 27-30°C (81-86°F)
- Accessibility: Easy shore access at many locations
- Affordable Training: World-class schools at competitive prices
- Diverse Sites: From shallow reefs to deeper training areas
Popular Destinations
Koh Tao is the undisputed freediving mecca of Thailand, home to numerous world-class schools and training facilities. Koh Lanta offers a more relaxed alternative with excellent conditions and fewer crowds.
Training Facilities
Thailand hosts some of the world's most renowned freediving schools, offering courses from beginner to instructor level. The country is particularly known for its AIDA and PADI certified training centers.
Best Time to Visit
The dry season (November to April) offers the best conditions with calmer seas and clearer visibility. However, Thailand offers good freediving conditions year-round.