Freediving student at the surface near Koh Samui during a discovery experience

No Experience Needed

Discovery Freediving

2 Days. Theory, Breathing, and Open Water Dives. 7,500 THB.

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2 Days Duration
3 Max Students
7,500 THB All Inclusive
5-10m First Dive Depth

Discovery Freediving is the same course as the Beginner Level 1 — minus the final certification day. Two days of theory, breathing techniques, equalization training, and open water dives at Sail Rock or Koh Tao with Diego Pauel, max 3 students. If you decide you want the certification, upgrade to the full course and your Discovery days count.

"Most students finish Day 2 asking how to add the third day."

This Experience Is for You If

You want the full freediving experience but are not sure about the certification commitment

You are on Koh Samui and want to try something extraordinary with your day

You have a partner or friend taking a course and you want to try it yourself

You want to test your equalization and breath hold before investing in a full certification

You are a scuba diver who wants to experience the ocean without a tank

You have 2 free days and want to do something extraordinary with them

No experience needed. If you are comfortable in water, you are ready.

Your 2 Day Schedule

Same structure as the Beginner Course. Day 1 is theory and confined water. Day 2 is open water dives at Sail Rock or Koh Tao.

Day 1

Theory and Breathing

Crystal Bay Beach Club

  • > Freediving physiology — how breath holding works and what happens to your body
  • > Breathing techniques for relaxation and longer breath holds
  • > Equalization theory and dry practice
  • > Confined water session — equipment fitting, fin technique, body position, surface breath holds
  • > Duck dive and equalization practice in shallow water

By end of Day 1 you will have done your first breath holds and practiced all the fundamentals on land and in the water.

Day 2

Open Water at Sail Rock

Speedboat to Dive Site

  • > Speedboat to Sail Rock or Koh Tao
  • > Your first real depth dives in the ocean with Diego Pauel right beside you
  • > Line training, duck dive coaching, and rescue technique practice
  • > Depth adjusted to your comfort — most reach 10 to 15 meters
  • > Marine life, underwater photos, and debrief on the boat

By end of Day 2 you will have freedived in the open ocean. If you want to continue, add Day 3 for your Apnea Total certification.

Choose Your Experience

Same world-class training. Pick the group size that suits you.

Group

7,500 THB/person

Up to 3 students

Private Duo

14,000 THB

7,000 THB/person

Private 1-on-1

12,000 THB

Exclusive personal coaching

Discovery freediving student at the surface with instructor in Koh Samui

What Is Included

You do not need to bring anything except swimwear and sunscreen. Everything else is covered in the price.

All Equipment

Wetsuit, mask, fins, and weight belt. Professional grade gear, fitted to you on the day.

Theory Session

Relaxed one on one explanation of breath hold fundamentals, equalization, and safety. No classroom, no textbook.

Open Water Session

Boat trip to a dive site for your first real ocean freedives. Not a pool demo.

Underwater Photos

Professional underwater photos of your dives to keep and share.

Hotel Pickup and Drop Off

Door to door transport anywhere on Koh Samui. You just show up.

Two Days. Real Dives. No Certification Pressure.

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Your Safety Comes First

Safe From Your First Breath

Max 3 Students

Diego Pauel stays within arm's reach during every dive. With a maximum of 3 students, you are always closely supervised.

Emergency O2 on Every Boat

Diego Pauel holds certifications in emergency first aid and oxygen administration. O2 equipment is on board for every open water session.

Zero Pressure

Depth is never forced. You go at your own pace. The goal is a comfortable, enjoyable experience, not a number on a depth gauge.

Diego Pauel, Apnea Total certified freediving instructor in Koh Samui
Your Instructor

Diego Pauel

Teaching freediving from Koh Samui since 2021. Apnea Total instructor with additional training in breathwork, oxygen administration, and emergency first aid. That depth of knowledge means better coaching on technique, breathing, and equalization, not just checking boxes.

He keeps every session to a maximum of 3 students. His approach is patient, clear, and focused on making you feel comfortable in the water. You will not be rushed. You will not be pushed beyond what feels right.

Apnea Total Instructor Oxygen Advantage Breatheology First Aid & O2
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Marine life at Sail Rock dive site in the Gulf of Thailand

What Students Say

5.0 from student reviews
He takes time for each participant, accompanies you every second underwater, and gives constructive feedback. I went from nervous to 20 meters in 3 days.
Jonas, Germany
Amazing what you can do in 2 days. I went from 12 meters to 20 meters and spotted a whale shark at Sail Rock.
Glynnis
The patience, knowledge, passion, and kindness. He helped me overcome my fears underwater.
Dominique
Upgrade Path

Want to Go Deeper?

Discovery gives you Day 1 and Day 2 of the Beginner Freediving Course (Level 1). If you want the certification, just add Day 3.

Day 3 is the final depth assessment and fun dives. You complete it and receive your Apnea Total Level 1 certification, recognized worldwide. Most Discovery students add it.

Your 2 Discovery days count in full. Pay the difference, add Day 3, and you are certified.

See the Beginner Course

Questions About Discovery Freediving

Do I need any experience? +
None at all. Discovery Freediving is designed for people who have never tried freediving. You just need to be comfortable in water. Diego teaches you everything from scratch on the day.
How deep will I go? +
Most Discovery students reach 10 to 15 meters by the end of Day 2. The focus is on comfort and technique rather than pushing depth. You will be surprised how natural it feels once you learn to relax.
What is the difference between Discovery and the Beginner Course? +
Discovery is the same training as the Beginner Course, just without the third day. You get Day 1 (theory, breathing, confined water) and Day 2 (open water dives at Sail Rock or Koh Tao). The only thing you miss is Day 3 which is the final depth assessment and Apnea Total certification. Many Discovery students add the third day and upgrade.
Can I upgrade to the Beginner Course after? +
Yes. Your 2 Discovery days count toward the Beginner Course. You just add Day 3 and pay the difference to get your Apnea Total Level 1 certification. Diego can usually schedule the third day within the same week.
What do I need to bring? +
Just swimwear and sunscreen. All freediving equipment is provided including wetsuit, mask, fins, and weight belt. Diego handles hotel pickup and drop off.
Is it safe? +
Yes. Diego is a certified Apnea Total instructor with additional certifications in emergency first aid and oxygen administration. Emergency O2 is on the boat for every open water session. The maximum group size is 3 students, so you are always closely supervised.
When can I do it? +
Discovery Freediving runs any 2 consecutive days based on availability. Message Diego on WhatsApp with your preferred dates and he will confirm within a few hours.

Have another question?

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Sail Rock this week

7-day forecast for the open-water dive site. Wind, waves, visibility, tide — scored for freediving conditions.

Live 7-Day Conditions — Sail Rock
SST ~30.6°C
Mon
18 May
31
poor
37km/h W
0.7m
Tue
19 May
42
marginal
35km/h W
0.6m
Wed
20 May
43
marginal
29km/h SW
0.6m
Thu
21 May
49
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29km/h SW
0.5m
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22 May
42
marginal
30km/h SW
0.5m
Sat
23 May
47
marginal
27km/h SW
0.5m
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24 May
47
marginal
28km/h SW
0.5m
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2 Days. Group or Private. All Equipment. Boat Trip. Photos. No experience needed.

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