Merlin Divers – Scuba Diving Courses & Trips

Set in Kamala, Phuket, Merlin Divers has built a reputation for clear briefings, tidy equipment and a welcoming, multilingual team.

The centre offers a full spread of PADI training — from first-time Try Dives and Open Water certification to Advanced and popular specialities. Daily boat trips typically reach Andaman favourites such as Racha Yai/Racha Noi, Shark Point, King Cruiser Wreck and Koh Doc Mai, with seasonal options to the Similan or Phi Phi depending on conditions.

Gear is well maintained and sized on arrival, with instructors who speak multiple languages — useful for short Phuket dive holidays. Hotel pickups and efficient check-ins keep days simple, leaving you free to enjoy the reefs, swim-throughs and gentle drifts common around Phuket.

Plan the perfect trip with our Phuket Travel Guide — best beaches, nightlife, and practical tips for first-time visitors.

Quick Facts

• Google score: 4.9/5
• Multilingual team (EN/TH +)
• Learn to dive: Try Dive → Advanced
• Sites covered: Racha, Shark Point, Koh Doc Mai

Nearby Dive Sites

• Racha Yai/Noi – Friendly conditions
• King Cruiser – Wreck & macro life
• Similan Islands (seasonal) – Granite boulders, superb viz

Best Time to Dive

November–April usually brings calmer seas and clearer visibility around Phuket. Diving runs year-round; expect occasional swells from May to October.

Getting There

Address: 74/3 Moo 3 Rim Had, Kamala, Phuket 83150, Thailand

To the Kamala shop: from Patong ~15–20 minutes by taxi/Grab; from Karon/Kata ~30–45 minutes; from Phuket Town ~35–45 minutes.

View map & turn‑by‑turn directions via the “Map & Directions” tab above.

Stay Nearby

Kamala suits travellers who prefer a calmer base with a long, family-friendly beach, beachside restaurants and easy access to Patong when you want it.

Recommended Accommodation

• Budget: Kamala Beachfront Apartment; Wabi Sabi Boutique Hotel
• Mid-Range: Sunprime Kamala Beach; Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach
• Luxury: InterContinental Phuket Resort; Keemala