MV Gentle Giant

Overview

Explore the Similan Islands and the hidden gems of the South Andaman aboard the MV Gentle Giant. This 27-meter wooden liveaboard comfortably accommodates 20 divers in air-conditioned twin cabins, all with en-suite bathrooms. Relax after dives in the spacious saloon with a massive 55-inch TV or soak up the sun on the expansive sundeck. The itinerary features dives at world-famous spots like Koh Haa, Hin Daeng, and Hin Muang, known for healthy coral reefs, diverse fish life, and occasional giant encounters with manta rays and whalesharks. Nitrox is available onboard for extended bottom time, making this 6-day, 5-night trip with 18 dives an ideal choice for divers seeking a pristine underwater adventure.

Accommodation

All the cabins come with air conditioning, a private bathroom & shower.

1 x Master Cabin

1 x Deluxe Twin

8 x Standard Twin

Features

Food

The Gentle Giant Liveaboard offers a variety of Thai & international dishes. Generous portions & special dietary needs can be accommodated (please advise when booking).

Safety

Dinghy, life raft, first aid kits, life jackets, fire extinguishers, GPS, sonar and radar.

Included

Transfers from Phuket, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, All Meals, Snacks, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, and WiFi internet.

Excluded

National Park Entry fee, equipment rental, nitrox, dive insurance, alcoholic drinks.

Trip Details

Does not include national park fees (2600thb per person) or rental equipment.

Recommended to be Advanced Certified or higher and must have recent dive experience.
Master Cabin | 6D / 5N | 18 Dives
Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock
37,500 THB
Deluxe (Twin) | 6D / 5N | 18 Dives
Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock
35,500 THB
Standard (Twin) | 6D / 5N | 18 Dives
Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock
34,500 THB

*Prices above are for per person

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Trip Schedules

Trip Number Dates Destination Duration Number of Dives
24-1 23 Nov 23 – 29 Nov 23 Similan – Richelieu – Hin Daeng/Muang 6D – 5N 18

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Dates for Aussie Divers Phuket IDC and PADI IE

Here is a list of the Aussie Divers Phuket PADI IDCs dates for 2026, including the PADI IE dates for Phuket.

Month
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IDC Course
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January ’26
1st – 4th
5th – 16th
17th – 18th
19th – 23rd
February ’26
28th Jan – 1st Feb
2nd – 13th
14th – 15th
16th – 20th
March ’26
25th Feb – 1st Mar
2nd – 13th
14th – 15th
16th – 20th
April ’26
1st – 5th
6th – 17th
18th – 19th
20th – 24th
May ’26
29th Apr – 3rd May
4th – 15th
16th – 17th
18th – 22nd
June ’26
3rd – 7th
8th – 19th
20th – 21st
22nd – 26th
July ’26
1st – 5th
6th – 17th
18th – 19th
20st – 24th
August ’26
29th Jul – 2nd Aug
3rd – 14th
15th – 16th
17th – 21st
September ’26
2nd – 6th
7th – 18th
19th – 20th
21st – 25th
October ’26
30th Sept – 4th Oct
5th – 16th
17th – 18th
19th- 23rd
November ’26
4th – 8th
9th – 20th
21st – 22nd
23rd – 27th
December ’26
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