Went to Phuket for 3 days with a goal to go diving.. Staying near Kata beach, and searching the internet, found Oceanic Divecenter to have the best reviews. After a perfect day with guide/instructor Chris, all what has been written is true.. very professional and good/fun people working there.. Chris thanks for the cool memories (Pictures and films you took)..... More

We used oceanic in June last year. They couldn't have been more helpful. The weather wasn't in our side the beginning of the week and rightfully told it was unsafe to dive.. Unlike some of the Thai tour guides we seen who were chancing the bad weather. Joel and the team were great getting us fitted for tanks/ fins etc... More

We enrolled for the SSI dive certification and I m happy we chose oceanic as the experience was amazing . Rachael was helpful from the 1st email I sent her and went out of her way. Martin our dive instructor was superb and made sure we had learned the right way to dive he also taught us a lot about... More

I haven't been on so many divecenters , but i don't know what more you can wish for , than you get at Oceanic ? They have it all : Knowledge , humor , seriousity , a way of treating customers so they feel very "at home" ! You can stop there every time in the days...and sometimes in late... More

It was my first ever dive experience and I was very excited, however as soon as we got into the water panic struck! I had never been diving before and i found it tough getting used to the equipment - i've always been afraid of not being able to breathe independently so suddenly found myself in a uncomfortable situation. It... More

I went scuba diving for the first time in Thailand with Rachel, Joel and Chris in February. They were extremely thorough with the training and I felt completely comfortable with them as they are so friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. The equipment is all new and really well looked after as are you when you dive with them. When we got... More

Rachel & JOE are Very nice. First time in Thailand we enjoed in Phi Phi island. Second time... Amazing SIMILIAN. Next Year? Just ask them!!!! Mr. Fabrizio & Mr. Riccardo

We did a quick Google of dive centers that offered PADI Open Water certification when we arrived in Kata and came upon this gem. We walked in and were quickly able to set up our certification schedule with Joel, who is extremely approachable and knowledgable about diving. Because the dive center is located in a very central, convenient area of... More

December 28-29, 2012. Rachel, Joel and Chris were such a pleasure to work with. Rachel was so easy to interact with (via email) before our trip. I never had a moment's hesitation as to my dive shop choice. She was clear, communicative, and expeditious in her emails. Once we arrived, we showed up at the shop (unexpected and unannounced). Joel... More