Phi phi diving Blog
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Phi Phi Diving Blog | Scuba Tips, Marine Life & Travel Guides
Welcome to the Blue View Phi Phi Diving Blog, your trusted source for everything related to scuba diving on Phi Phi Island. Whether you’re planning your first underwater adventure, earning your PADI certification or returning as an experienced diver, our guides will help you make the most of your visit.
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Every article is written by experienced members of the Blue View Divers team who live and dive around Phi Phi Island year-round.
Unlike generic travel blogs, our advice comes from daily experience in the local marine park.
Phi Phi Diving Top 10 Blogs:
Quick Links if you’re new to scuba diving on Phi Phi Island, we recommend:
1. BEST TIME OF YEAR TO VISIT: Best Time of year to dive around Phi Phi
2. DIVE MEDICAL INFO-Scuba Diving medical what you need to know
3. PHI PHI DIVING DAY TRIP?: Do I need to stay overnight?
4. BEST DIVING: Best Scuba Diving in Phi Phi
5. TOP 5 REASONS TO VISIT: Top 5 Reasons to Visit Phi Phi Island
6. NATIONAL PARK fees on Phi Phi
7. SCUBA DIVING INSURANCE THAILAND: Do I need it?
8. PADI OPEN WATER COURSE : Phi Phi Island Thailand
9. CONSERVATION: Citizen Science Projects
10. INDIAN SCUBA DIVERS: Scuba Diving for Indian Tourists
About Dive Blog
What You’ll Find on Our Phi Phi Diving Blog
Phi Phi Diving Blog - PADI Courses
Phi Phi Diving Blog – PADI Diving Courses
Whether you’re starting from scratch or continuing your diving education, Phi Phi Diving blog should bring some helpful info on PADI courses available on Phi Phi Island.
You’ll find diving blog articles covering:
PADI Open Water Diver
Your first certification allowing you to dive worldwide.
Advanced Open Water
Improve your confidence while exploring deeper dive sites, navigation and adventure dives.
Rescue Diver
Develop the skills and confidence to prevent and manage diving emergencies.
Continuing Education
We also share information about specialty courses, buoyancy training and conservation programs that help divers continue improving long after certification.
Fun Diving Around Phi Phi Island
Already certified?
Read about the incredible dive sites surrounding Koh Phi Phi.
About Blue View Divers
Since 2006 we’ve welcomed thousands of divers to Phi Phi Island. Our experienced PADI team has logged tens of thousands of local dives and continues to explore these reefs every day. As a result, our blog is based on real local experience rather than generic travel advice.
Marine Encounters
Diving Blog: Marine Encounters
Find out where divers regularly encounter on Fun Dives and PADI Courses:
- Blacktip Reef Sharks
- Hawksbill Turtles
- Leopard Sharks
- Seahorses
- Ghost Pipefish
- Octopus
- Moray Eels
- Barracuda
- Cuttlefish
- Whale Sharks (occasionally!)
Marine Life Around Koh Phi Phi
One of the biggest reasons people choose scuba diving on Phi Phi Island is the incredible diversity of marine life.
Throughout the year our divers encounter colourful coral reefs filled with tropical fish, turtles, reef sharks and fascinating macro creatures.
Our diving blog talks about Phi Phi marine life
Blacktip Reef Sharks
Where they live, why they’re important and why they’re completely different from the scary image many people have of sharks.
Sea Turtles
Learn about the hawksbill turtles frequently seen around Phi Phi and how divers can help protect them.
Macro Life
Tiny creatures often become divers’ favourites. Our guides introduce nudibranchs, shrimp, pipefish and other hidden treasures found on our reefs.
Diving Phi Phi Coral Reefs
Discover why healthy coral reefs support thousands of species and why responsible diving practices matter.
Conservation Diving
Conservation & Eco Diving
As Phi Phi’s first PADI Eco Centre, protecting our reefs is central to everything we do.
Many of our diving blog articles will focus on conservation, including:
Coral Monitoring
Learn how coral nurseries help damaged reefs recover naturally.
Dive Against Debris®
See how divers can directly remove marine rubbish while collecting valuable environmental data.
Green Fins
Small actions make a big difference.
Shark Conservation
Find out why healthy shark populations are essential for healthy reefs.
Scuba Diving Course Info
Scuba Diving Course Info
Thinking about trying scuba diving for the first time?
Our beginner guides explain exactly what to expect during your first underwater experience, how the PADI Discover Scuba Diving program works, what equipment you’ll use and why Phi Phi Island is one of the best places in Thailand to learn. You’ll also find helpful diving blog articles covering:
– How to use the PADI eLearning Program
-Why do you need to stay on Phi Phi Don?
-What is the Open Water Course all about?
If you’re considering learning to dive, don’t miss our guide to our Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water courses.
Other
Phi Phi Island Travel Tips
Planning your holiday? Our travel tips answer many of the questions visitors ask before arriving which include;
Do You Need to Stay Overnight?
One of our most popular articles explains why most divers need to stay at least one night on Phi Phi because it’s the only way enjoy the best diving schedule.
Best Time to Visit Phi Phi
Additionally, it’s good to ge aware ofeasonal weather, visibility, marine life including what to expect throughout the year.
Seasonal Conditions
Visibility, water temperature and marine life change throughout the year so you can choose the perfect season for your trip.
How to Get to Phi Phi Island
Finally, travel information from Phuket, Krabi and Koh Lanta are always good to know so reach out!
Why Trust Our Phi Phi Diving Advice?
- local instructors
- year-round diving
- conservation work
- thousands of dives
- PADI Eco Centre
- established in 2006
We regularly update our blog with the latest information about diving conditions, seasonal marine life sightings, conservation projects and travel advice for Phi Phi Island.
Ready to experience scuba diving on Phi Phi Island for yourself? Whether you’re trying scuba for the first time, completing a PADI course or joining us as a certified diver, our experienced team would love to welcome you. Explore our most popular programs below or get in touch to start planning your underwater adventure.
Blue View Divers Founded in 2006 with an ethos of conservation, community and relaxed diving in small-groups. A boutique-style dive centre with a personal touch and the BEST location to hang out! Dive with us if you like small groups, flexible schedules & excellent customer service. We want you to feel welcome, not just a number. Our Eco-Minded Team of PADI Pros are trained under PADI Staff Instructors Caroline & Kris who have 20+ years experience on Phi Phi.
Contact Info
- 107 Moo 7, Phi Phi Island Ao Nang, Amphur Muang, Krabi, 81000
- +66 (0) 925 12 5584
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