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Beginners from all over flock to Ko Tao to learn how to dive. Not only is this lush, pistachio-coloured island rich in reef life; it's also is one of the world's cheapest and most popular places to get your open water dive certification.
Fast Facts
Currency
Name: Baht
Code: THB
Symbol: ฿
Electrical Plugs
220V 50Hz
Languages Spoken
Official: Thai
Country Dialing Code
+66
Weights & Measures
Metric
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