Thailand Water Sports & Island Adventures

Phuket/Krabi/Phang Nga (Andaman Sea): Best November to April (dry season). Similan Islands National Park operates mid-October to mid-May only. During monsoon (May-October), some tours may be modified or cancelled based on weather.

Koh Samui/Koh Tao (Gulf of Thailand): Best February to September. Different weather patterns from Andaman side, making it ideal when west coast has rough seas.

Chiang Mai (River Activities): White water rafting best during/after rainy season (July-November) for higher water levels. Year-round kayaking available.

No certification needed: Snorkeling, island hopping, kayaking, jet ski, parasailing, and most water sports require no certification—just basic swimming ability and safety briefing.

Certification required: Scuba diving requires PADI certification (or equivalent). Non-certified guests can do Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) introductory program with instructor at shallow depths (max 12 meters).

First-time divers: PADI Open Water course takes 3-4 days. Clients can complete theory online before arrival to save time. All B2B bookings include PADI certification materials and e-cards.

Snorkeling & Island Tours: Minimum age 4-6 years (varies by tour). Children must wear life jackets. Most tours family-friendly.

Scuba Diving: Discover Scuba age 10+, PADI Junior Open Water ages 10-14 (max depth 12m), full Open Water age 15+ (max depth 18m). Medical form required.

Jet Ski: Driver minimum age 18 with valid ID. Passenger minimum age 6. Double jet ski available for families.

Kayaking: Minimum age 6 for tandem kayaks. Solo kayaking age 12+ with swimming ability.

Parasailing: Minimum age 7, minimum weight 40kg. Tandem parasailing available for lighter children with adult.

Recommended booking timeline:

Peak season (Nov-Feb, Chinese New Year, Songkran): Book 7-14 days in advance. Popular tours like Phi Phi Island and Similan Islands sell out quickly during holidays.

Shoulder season (Mar-Apr, Sep-Oct): 3-7 days advance booking recommended. More availability but still advisable to secure slots.

Low season (May-Aug): 24-48 hours often sufficient. Some operators reduce frequencies, so advance booking ensures tour operates.

PADI Dive Courses: Minimum 5-7 days advance booking required for course scheduling and materials preparation. Our B2B portal shows real-time availability for instant confirmation.

Safety-first policy: All tours cancelled if sea conditions unsafe (high waves, storms, strong winds). Marine authorities monitor conditions daily.

Cancellation by operator: Full refund or free rescheduling to next available date. Agents notified 12-24 hours in advance when possible.

Alternative options: Our B2B DMC portal helps rebook alternative activities—inland tours, cultural experiences, or different regions with better weather.

Partial cancellations: Some tours may proceed with modified itineraries (skip rough sea areas, shorten duration). Clients informed of changes and offered full refund if unsatisfied.

Travel insurance: We recommend agents inform clients about travel insurance covering weather-related disruptions, especially during shoulder/monsoon seasons.

Tiered B2B pricing structure: Our DMC online portal offers category-based wholesale rates depending on agent volume and partnership level.

Standard Agent Rate: Baseline wholesale pricing with 20-25% margin below retail. Available immediately upon registration.

Preferred Partner Rate: Enhanced net rates (25-30% below retail) for agents with consistent monthly bookings (10+ bookings/month).

Volume Discount Rate: Best wholesale pricing (30-35% below retail) for high-volume agents and consolidated group bookings (50+ pax).

Special promotions: All agent categories access seasonal promotions, early bird discounts, and last-minute deals through the B2B portal dashboard. Instant confirmation and real-time availability across all rate tiers.