You definitely need to dive when you're at Phuket. It's just amazing and there are many dive sites. Here are some tips for selecting a good dive operator:
They mostly cost the same, and offer the same services. I would personally recommend Dive The World on Ratuthid Road (www.divetheworldthailand) because the Liveaboard prices are the most reasonable, and the service is great. Diego is the man!
Decide where you want to go first, because the dive operators, I think, are booking on the same pool of boats, meaning it works like an alliance, even though they are actually competing. There are many options available so you have to decide where you want to go first and for how long. Then it's best to talk to the people at the dive centers for a best schedule for yourself. Most of the time, the packages on the site are what they tell you about but you can negotiate and discuss with them when you get to Phuket itself.
Going for longer trips in a package is always cheaper, if you can afford the time. Liveaboards are definitely the best value for diving.
Try to plan a long time ahead of your trip so that you don't miss the liveaboard dates for boats! Also, most dive operators are able to help you book for a room.
After I've done all my research and confusing searching, I realized that from Phuket, it's best to dive with Dive The World. I didn't think they were cheap until I started comparing the rates for a second trip to Phuket to dive, or even just for day trips.
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Phone: 66-76-344736
Directions: Next to Blue Ocean Resort. Near Royal Palm.
Website: www.divetheworldthailand.com
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