Thailand is a good dive destination because if you do forget something, there are many fully-equipped dive shops that offer equipment rental and sales, parts purchase (eg fin straps) and even regulator repairs.
If you’re not picky and don’t want to carry dive gear, full rental of all kit is also available.
The water is tropical and generally clear with an average temperature of 68° to 74° Fahrenheit (26°C to 29°C) around the country, but it can be colder between November and February.
This period also brings some unusual sightings, like guitar sharks. The water temperature is normally warmest from mid-March to late May. Usually all that is needed is a 1.5mm to 3mm wetsuit to remain very comfortable; heartier folks just wear skins or T-shirts. Those acclimated, like divemasters, wear 5mm to 7mm. Normal scuba gear or snorkeling gear is fine for Thailand.
Don’t forget your ‘C’ card and dive log to show your host dive shop. Nitrox is offered almost everywhere, so bring your mixed gas card if you are going to use it. Tech diving, rebreather diving, rental and training is also available within Thailand.
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