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La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand

A highly regarded scuba diving center on Koh Tao's Sairee Beach, offering courses and dives for all levels.

4.9(1,425)
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Daily 09:30–18:00

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Full opening hours
Monday09:30–18:00
Tuesday09:30–18:00
Wednesday09:30–18:00
Thursday09:30–18:00
Friday09:30–18:00
Saturday09:30–18:00
Sunday09:30–18:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

La Bombona Diving is a well-established scuba diving center located directly on Sairee Beach, one of Koh Tao's most popular stretches of coastline. The center caters to divers of all experience levels, from complete beginners taking their first Open Water course to certified divers looking to explore the Gulf of Thailand's rich underwater environment. Koh Tao is widely regarded as one of Southeast Asia's premier dive destinations, known for its clear waters, diverse marine life, and accessible dive sites — making it a natural home for a center of this kind.

Visitors can expect a welcoming, professionally run operation with a strong focus on safety and small-group instruction. The center's consistently high visitor ratings reflect a reputation for attentive, knowledgeable instructors and a relaxed but structured approach to dive education and guided dives. Whether the goal is certification or a casual fun dive, the team accommodates a range of interests and skill levels.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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Beach 17/18 Sairee Rd, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

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La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand: Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand worth visiting?

La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand holds a 4.9★ rating from 1,425 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Koh Tao.

What are the opening hours of La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand?

La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand is typically open 09:30–18:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand?

The best months to visit Koh Tao are March – September (calmest water, best visibility), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & July – August — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: November (monsoon swell peaks).

Where is La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand located?

La Bombona Diving - Scuba Diving Center - Koh Tao - Thailand is at Beach 17/18 Sairee Rd, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand, in Koh Tao. Getting around Koh Tao: Walking around Sairee and Mae Haad; Motorbike rental (฿200–300/day; some concrete roads are extremely steep).

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