PADI CoursePADI Open Water Diver Course
From RM 1,488/ personView Package ↗
Tioman Island, Malaysia · Your Ocean Escape
Life Looks
Better Below.
A first breath underwater. A reef you’ll never forget. A little island that feels like home. Find it all with Tioman Dive Buddy.
PADI 5 Star Instructor Development CentreThere’s More Below
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Hello, Ocean People.
A Small Island.
A Big Welcome.
We’re Tioman Dive Buddy, your PADI 5 Star IDC in Kampung Genting. A team of ocean people who believe the best dives start with feeling comfortable, supported and part of the crew.
Come for your first certification, come back for another reef, or simply slow down by the sea. We’ll help you find your kind of island time.
Our Story, So Far
Your Next Great Memory
What’s Your Kind of Blue?
Learn something new. Revisit the reefs. Spend a few days with nothing but the sea on your mind.
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PADI Course
Certified Divers3D2N Fun Dive in Tioman
From RM 820/ personView Package ↗
Island Escape4D3N Snorkeling in Pulau Tioman
From RM 510/ personView Package ↗
PADI CoursePADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
From RM 1,368/ personView Package ↗
Certified Divers4D3N Fun Dive in Tioman
From RM 1,120/ personView Package ↗
PADI CoursePADI Discover Scuba Diving
From RM 180/ personView Package ↗
Certified Divers5D4N Fun Dive in Tioman
From RM 1,410/ personView Package ↗
Rates are per person. Holiday surcharges are extra, charged once per guest per trip on applicable dates. Choose travel dates at checkout to see the fee.
Worth Coming Up for Air to Talk About
More Than
a Dive Trip.
The places you explore. The things you learn. The people you meet along the way.
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01 The Ocean Is the Main Event
Meet the Locals.
Coral gardens, reef life and rocky swim-throughs. Get to know Tioman from a different perspective, with dive sites for different experience levels.
Explore the Dive Sites
02 Small Steps. Big Possibilities.
Find Your Confidence.
Your first underwater breath deserves good company. Our PADI team takes you from getting to know your equipment to feeling at home beneath the surface.
Start Your Diving Story
03 Good Dives. Even Better Company.
Come as You Are.
Solo traveller, first-time diver or a whole crew of ocean lovers — there’s a place for you here. Meet the people who make TDB feel like your island home.
Meet Your Dive Buddies
Your Surface Interval, Well Spent
Stay a
Little Longer.
Unpack, slow down and make yourself at home in Kampung Genting. Explore TDB Tioman Resort and the island stays available with our packages.
Find Your Island StayCurious Before You Arrive? Explore Our Dive Centre in 360°.
Part of the TDB Family
Your TDB Story
Keeps Going.
For current and former TDB students, there is more to look forward to. Enjoy student savings on fun dives and scuba equipment, plus a little extra during your certification course.
Welcome Back
Returning TDB Student?
Your next chapter starts here. Choose more time on the reefs, continue your training or explore a new specialty.
Not Sure? Talk to UsEnjoy Fun DivesFor Certified Divers
3D2N Fun Dive in Tioman
Completed Open Water? Keep practising your skills, explore the reefs and come back with your dive buddies.
10% Student Fun-Dive Benefit
Show your student e-card and confirm the discount with TDB before paying. Online package prices are standard rates; the discount is not automatically included.
Continue With AdvancedFor Open Water Divers
PADI Advanced Open Water
Ready to keep learning? Build on your Open Water training and explore the next stage with our instructors.
Find Your Next Course
Tell us about your certification, recent dives and preferred dates. Our team will confirm the course requirements and arrangements.
Explore a SpecialtyInterested in Nitrox?
PADI Nitrox Course
Add a new skill to your diving journey. Explore Nitrox and talk to TDB about whether it fits your plans.
Choose What Suits You
Share your certification and what you want to learn. Our team will check the course requirements and help you choose.
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Keep the Adventures Coming
10%Off
Fun Dives
Your student fun dive discount, at these TDB locations.
More Locations Coming Soon · Semporna
Find Your Next Favourite Gear
20%Off
Scuba Diving Equipment
On scuba diving equipment purchased at TDB Scuba Dive Equipment.
A Little Extra With Your Course
On Us.
Free-Flow Beer
Complimentary during your certification course at TDB Tioman.
TDB Tioman
Kampung Genting · Tioman Island
Kampung Genting · Tioman Island
A Little Planning. A Lot to Look Forward To.
Let’s Get You
Island Bound.
Your trip starts with three simple choices. We’ll help with the details along the way.
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- 01Choose Your Package
Pick your experience and room, then add to cart.
- 02Choose Your Arrival Date
See available dates at checkout.
- 03Your Details & Full Payment
Complete your booking and look forward to Tioman.
Can I Join With No Diving Experience?
Yes. Discover Scuba Diving is a first underwater experience, while the PADI Open Water course is your route to certification. Talk to us about your swimming ability, comfort and plans so we can help you choose.
How Do I Book My Island Trip?
Choose your package and room, add it to your cart, then select an available arrival date and fill in your details at checkout. Full payment applies. Fully booked dates and monsoon closures are blocked in the calendar.
Are the Package Prices Per Person?
Yes. Prices are per person and depend on your package, accommodation and room choice. Check each package for its inclusions. Holiday surcharges are extra and apply once per guest per trip when any travel day overlaps an applicable holiday period. Choose travel dates at checkout to see the fee and final total.
Which Jetty Should I Arrive At?
Choose Kampung Genting on Tioman Island. Mainland ferry services depart from Mersing or Tanjung Gemok. Check your sailing details before travel and use our arrival guide to plan the journey.
Your Next Chapter Has a Sea View.
See You on the Island.