Just off Koh Tao’s southeastern shoreline lies one of the island’s quirkiest and most talked-about dive sites: the Junkyard Artificial Reef on Koh Tao. Equal parts conservation project, underwater art installation, and marine life hotspot, Junkyard is a place where...
Do You Need a Medical Certificate For Scuba Diving? 7 Essential Things Every Diver Should Know If you’re planning your first dive trip to Thailand, you’ve probably already imagined the colorful coral, the warm water, and maybe even spotting a whale shark. But before...
Diving With a Hangover: Bad Idea Diving with a hangover is never a good idea. While Koh Tao is known both as a world-class diving destination and as an island with a lively nightlife, mixing the two can be dangerous. When you’re scuba diving, your safety depends on...
Planning how to get to Koh Tao in 2026 can feel a little confusing at first. With no airport on the island and dozens of possible routes through Bangkok, southern Thailand, and even neighbouring countries, it’s not always obvious which path is the easiest, fastest, or...
At Crystal Dive, we’ve certified over 100,000 divers, from nervous first-timers to seasoned professionals. Over the years, we’ve earned a reputation as Koh Tao’s most trusted dive school because we never compromise on what matters most: safety, confidence, and...
Christmas on Koh Tao: Your Complete Guide to Koh Tao for Christmas 2025 If you think Christmas means snow, sweaters, and crowded shopping malls, think again. Christmas on Koh Tao swaps sleigh bells for the sound of the sea, Christmas trees for palm trees, and mince...
