Blue Guru Conservation & Diving
Blue Guru Conservation & Diving are an ecotourism activities and diving entity. Previously based in the lively coastal town of Khuraburi they are now based by the beach near Hornbill Hill, within the confines for Golden Buddha Beach Resort.
Blue Guru promote a broad range of PADI courses and fun diving opportunities. They take daily trips to the local dive sites at Koh Pling and regular excursions to the Surin Islands and Richelieu Rock.
Ecodiving & Whale Shark Program
Their passion is for ecodiving and other sustainable tourist practices on Koh Phra Thong. They have seen so many other locations become consumed by pure greed on behalf of tour operators that they are determined to assist in providing a bright future for this paradise island.
Ecodiving opportunities include the 8 day Whale Shark Program (conducted in association with Golden Buddha Beach Resort) a variety of PADI Ecospecialties and PADI Non-diving marine awareness programs.
Research Diving and DM Internship
For 2009-2010 season, Blue Guru will be operating a full assessment of the local reef at Koh Pling. Addtionally, they will run a host of research diving trips in the seagrass and mangrove areas between Koh Phra Thong and Ko Ra. This is an exciting opportunity for more experienced divers or anyone involved in marine conservation.
Blue Guru are also looking for two special people to join them as Divemaster interns. Interested parties should check out the internship page and gopro pages for further details.
PADI Dive Courses
Diving courses on Koh Phra Thong are conducted by the PADI Instructors from Blue Guru. A full range of PADI courses are offered up to Assistant Instructor. Also 18 different PADI specialty courses for refining skills and knowledge.
PADI Non-Dive Specialties
Don't dive? Introduce yourself to the idea with these Non-Diving PADI Specialties.
Project Aware
Coral Reef Conservation
Oxygen Administration
Equipment Specialist
Marine Habitats
This tropical Thai island is fortunate to benefit from diverse & healthy marine habitats. In Golden Buddha Bay there are coral reefs. In Koh Ra Channel there are expanses of seagrass and some of the densest mangrove forest in the country.
Mr. Chuoi Bar and Huts
Mr. Chuoi's bar and huts is an excellent budget accommodation option for the intrepid traveller. Situated close to a private bay, surrounded by nature, with freshly prepared food and an excellent little bar - everyone enjoys their stay with Mr. Chuoi.
