Before you book your Gap Year Divemaster you might want to look the following questions and answers, these will help you to understand the programme better. The divemaster gap year programme is flexible, so if you already have diving experience or if you have less time to go on a gap year we can customise your trip
Is food included in the divemaster gap year programme? The answer is no and the reason why we do not include a food programme for the divemaster gap year programme is because the food is so cheap and there are so many nice places to eat. You would miss out on a lot if you would have to eat at the same restaurant every day. You can eat all dishes safely in all restaurants. The food is fresh and cheap and very tasty. If you wish a Western dish like pizza you can.
How do I meet other Xtreme Gap gap year travellers? Although we dcan not tell you exactly how many others will be training there up front, there are 5 to 12 travellers from Xtreme Gap on Koh Tao. Not all do diving and the divemaster gap year programme, but are also programmes for Muay Thai, Yoga, Free diving and rock climbing and more. For more gap year Thailand ideas you can visit our site. Everyone on a Xtreme Gap gap year on Koh Tao will stay in the same resort so you will meet loads of gap year travellers.
What are the rooms like in the Xtreme Gap resort on Koh Tao? The rooms are spacious and clean and have a nice balcony. Every room has 2 single beds, a TV and an en suite bathroom. If you want your own room during your gap year diving, there is an option for your own room for 75 euro extra a month.
Travelling to Koh Tao, do I need to buy a lot before going out here? Please travel light. You can buy everything you need in Thailand, and it is cheaper than back home, a lot cheaper. We will provide you with all the dive gear you need. For other stuff the shops are all close to the resort and the dive school. You can buy all the souvenirs, sun lotion, mosquito repellent, swim shorts, flip flops, t shirts (cool ones!) and everything else you might need.
If I want to do the Divemaster programme for my gap year, do I need experience in Diving? You do not need experience. But you do need to be able to swim, not excellent, but you need to be able to swim around the dive boat. The Divemaster programme of Xtreme Gap gives you plenty of time, more than most programmes. But please do realize it is a big commitment so make sure you really want to do it. 80 % of people that book their Divemaster have no prior experience.
What kind of insurance do I need for my divemaster gap year in Thailand? If you are from the UK you can look online on the xtreme gap website. You would need the backpacker option and then the upgrade since you will be diving up to 30 meters deep during your gap year. We have chosen to work with this company since they are good value and cover the necessary diving and sports options xtreme gap has for gap years.
What kind of weather can i expect on my Koh Tao gap year? Thailand is great for a gap year because the weather is always nice. Maybe except October and November, than it is rainy seaon. The rest of the year it is hot and sunny! And even in the rainy season you will have lots of sunshine and hot weather.
