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If you’ve already fallen in love with scuba diving, there’s a good chance your journey didn’t stop after your first breath underwater. …
“Not just a diving school, but an ocean home for ocean conservation” For over 30 years, New Heaven Dive …
If you’ve completed your scuba diving certification and found yourself completely hooked on the underwater world, you’re not alone. Many divers in …
The Long-Fin Banner fish is one of the most recognizable reef species in Koh Tao. In this guide, we’ll explore how to …
“Coral spawning in Koh Tao is one of the most fascinating natural events for scuba divers, marine scientists, and reef conservation teams …
Ask any diver about their dream destinations, and Koh Tao is almost guaranteed to be on the list. This small, secluded island …
For more than 30 years, New Heaven Dive School has grown with the rhythm of the waves. Generations have come and gone, …
Twins Rock is one of the most well-known and frequently visited dive sites in Koh Tao, loved by both beginners and experienced …
During diving or snorkeling in Koh Tao, it’s easy to focus on turtles, reef fish, and coral formations. But if you slow …
Have you ever wondered how it’s possible to dive deeper and stay longer underwater on just one breath? That quiet moment when …
Happy (belated) New Year to our New Heaven family and ocean lovers near and far! As we step into 2026, we wish …
Are you looking for a diving course or a diving trip with accommodation on Koh Tao? New Heaven Dive School and Resort …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography If you have been diving in Koh Tao or if you’re about to, you might have heard …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photohraph When we go diving, either scuba diving or freediving, the moment we descend, the pressure around us …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography In diving, whether it’s scuba diving, freediving, technical diving, commercial work, conservation diving, or just exploring for …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photohraphy Have you ever heard that one of the best forms of therapy is simply being in nature? …
Diving, either scuba or freediving, is when you go below the surface of the water or the ocean. As we descend, water …
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be underwater in complete silence? Even though sound travels faster beneath the surface …
Koh Tao’s underwater world is full of life and exciting things to discover. Some fish can be a little tricky to spot, …
In a world full of pollution and rushing hours where people are less worried about where we came from; The Ocean. Still, …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photohraph At the very first step into the underwater world during your Open Water course, you’ll quickly notice …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Laemthien is one of the interesting scuba diving spots in Koh Tao, sitting on the east coast …
Photo by: Kirsty Magson Parrot Fish aren’t named after parrots only because of their striking, rainbow-like colors, although their vibrant shades of …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Are you the kind of person who’s seeking peace, quiet, and meaningful diving experiences? Imagine a slow …
New Heaven Reef Conservation Program Have you ever watched a baby sea turtle take its very first steps into the ocean? It’s …
Shark Bay is one of the most popular and beloved spots for snorkeling and freediving in Koh Tao. It’s situated at …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photohraph Whale sharks are the biggest sharks in the ocean. Despite their enormous size, these spotted giants are …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photohraphy If you’re planning a scuba diving or freediving trip to Koh Tao, one place you absolutely cannot …
The ocean is full of life, from the tiniest plankton to the largest whales. However, to help us better understand life underwater, …
Aow Leuk is a stunning bay located on the southeast coast of Koh Tao. Famous for its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beach, …
Photo by: Huw Penson What goes around comes around. As humans in the modern world, we create endless innovations to make life …
Ice baths are a powerful wellness practice with plenty of benefits. At first, the idea might sound uncomfortable, as most of us …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Kan Suakrakan or Nong Kan, a Divemaster, one of our New Heaven staff team, fell in love …
Photo by: Kan Sukarakan Koh Tao is a diver’s paradise. This small island, tucked away in the Gulf of Thailand, is famous …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Have you ever imagined an underwater art gallery? On the southwest coast of Koh Tao, at a …
At New Heaven Dive School, we’re a certified SSI (Scuba Schools International) dive center, recognized worldwide and equivalent to other major scuba …
Photo by: Kan Sukarakan What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear “Shark”? For many, the answer is …
Koh Tao is a small, isolated island in the Gulf of Thailand. Its sheltered location makes it ideal for beginner divers, while …
Koh Tao, a small tropical island tucked away in the Gulf of Thailand, has become one of the world’s favorite spots, with …
If you’re one of the people who has started to become interested in diving, you might begin by doing a bit of …
Sea turtles are an ancient marine reptile. With a history stretching back over 100 million years, around the same time as the …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Shark Island is one of the best dive sites and a must-visit for anyone exploring the underwater …
Freediving is more than just a sport or exploring the ocean; it’s a journey inward to yourself, all within a single breath. …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Coral reefs are like the living heart of the ocean. They help maintain the balance of the …
In 1995, New Heaven Dive School was born simply from a dream shared by two best friends, Kong and Dev. With nothing …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Box Jellyfish Rarely seen when scuba diving here in Koh Tao, Box Jellyfish is a beautiful but …
#NewHeavenNeighbour Freedom beach, a neighbor beach next door! If you ever have a chance to come visit us here, then you should …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Kirsty Magson is our beloved marine biologist of the New Heaven Family, also known as Turtle Mama, …
#Recap #NewHeaven Olympic 2023! The New Heaven Family always celebrates the first day of the year by playing lots of fun games …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Do you know why we feel fresh and relaxed while we’re in the water? A fun fact is …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Corals reproduce through a mechanism known as coral spawning. In coral spawning, all of the corals from …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography #ChumphonPinnacle is one of the most famous dive sites around #KohTao where you shouldn’t miss when you …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography White rock is one of the famous dive sites in #KohTao. There are plenty of fish and …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography While not rarely very big in size, Hermit Crabs play a big role in their marine ecosystems. …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Phrikoceros katoiis commonly referred to as Kato’s Flatworm, Polyclad Flatworm. Little flatworms are active and fast-moving, …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography The Pink Anemonefish is pinkish-orange with a white bar down either side of the face, and a …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Tanote Bay is known to be the place to go for rock jumping into the ocean of …
Mr. Ray MacDonald visited Koh Tao in 2017. During his trip, he has come to speak with us about our New …
New Heaven has a 1-Day #TryFreediving Trip recommended for those who would like to get to know what #Freediving is. Let’s start …
Our #underwater and #snorkeling clean-up dive was so much fun! Even though it was raining cats and dogs for most of the time, …
Hiking Spot – John Suwan Viewpoint Location – https://goo.gl/maps/TBXpXy18Qyo3eUQQ8 Entrance fee – 50 THB/per personFun fact – only 7 minutes away from …
#NewHeaven Snorkeling Clean Up! Our people from New Heaven Dive School and New Heaven Reef Conservation Program went to do a …
Christmas Tree Worm (Spirobranchus giganteus) “Christmas tree worm” is the common name for a marine worm that lives in tropical coral …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography The crown-of-thorns starfish (COTS) is a naturally occurring corallivore on coral reefs. They feed on hard, or …
Across the world we are seeing evidence of overfishing as we experience declines in species abundance, loss of populations and the increasing …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography King Kong Rock Did you know? “King Kong Rock” has not got its name from the shape …
#Chalok beach is one of the beaches located on the south-western side of the #island. It is a perfect spot for watching …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Today’s episode of “People of New Heaven” is not about anyone but the one and only “Devrim …
Scuba Rangers – Diving for Kids A real fun program for children giving young children the opportunity to do something unique! If …
#Recap #Earth Day clean-up! Thank you for the little power and movements from everyone who participated in the Earth Day clean-up. Despite …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Photo by: Huw Penson Photography #TitanTriggerFishDid you know?! The fish that all divers should be aware of …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Shark Island is one of our favorite dive sites in Koh Tao. …
Photo by: Huw Penson Photography Fun facts about Blue Spotted Stingray1. They are marine vertebrates that always love to hang out near …
Giant clams have wide variety of beautiful colours. The vibrance colours also indicates clam health. When healthy, Giant clams can live up …
Wrasses are a large and diverse family of marine fish. With over 600 species in 81 genera, many of them are bright …
Koh Tao’s 2 new shipwreck dive sites are ready to dive! Last week on the 7th and 8th of September, The Koh …
The modern day sea turtle has existed for around 80 million years, and they can be found in all ocean waters except …
For centuries, people have been fascinated with the idea of being able to “breathe” underwater. Though humans dipped under the surface thousands …