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Review Author: Poh Chang Chew
Review Date: 10 Jan 2025
Review Body: Just got back from an amazing diving trip to the Similan Islands aboard MV Aqua — what an experience! The diving deck was super spacious, and the crew and dive guides were so friendly and safety-focused, which made every dive relaxed and fun. The food was next-level — the chef spoiled us with hotpot steamboat, dim sum, Thai crispy pork, fresh sushi and sashimi, and more. Every meal was a treat! 🍣🍲 If you’re planning to dive in the Similan Islands, highly recommend going with MV Aqua — great vibes, great people, and unforgettable dives!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Ben moshe Avivi
Review Date: 10 Jan 2025
Review Body: My wife and I went on a cruise on the MV Raga. The service was nothing short of perfect, the crew was great. They always made sure we had plenty of food and dry towels after each dive. The rooms are great at all levels and the boat is really big and allows movement without giving a feeling of crowding even though we had over 20 people on the boat. The guides are very professional and the atmosphere is light and professional. Thank you very much 🙏🏼
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Daphne Salhi
Review Date: 01 Jan 2024
Review Body: We did our first liveaboard ever and it was so much fun! the crew is awesome and really helpfull. Every meal, every day was different and so delicious. We stayed in the mastercabin which was very nice and big, hot shower. The dives are good and we brought some of our own equipment. Dive - eat - relax - and repeat!!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Zhang Laura
Review Date: 10 Jan 2025
Review Body: Good live aboard experience, Excellent food and super kind services with beautifully sunset and facilities.
Review rating: 5

Itinerary

Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: Transfer, dinner, then night boat trip to the Similan Islands from Phuket
Itinerary Description: 16:00 Transfer from airport/hotels in Phuket to Taplamu pier 19:00 Dinner 22:00 Boat departs to the Similan Islands
Itinerary Day 2
Itinerary Summary: 4 dives including West of Eden & Elephant Head Rock, plus meals & relaxation onboard
Itinerary Description: 07:00 Morning call 08:00 Dive 1 at Zodiac 09:00 Breakfast 11:30 Dive #2 at West of Eden 13:00 Lunch 15:00 Dive #3 at Elephant Head Rock 16:00 Snack 19:00 Dive #4 at Numchai Bay 20:00 Dinner
Itinerary Day 3
Itinerary Summary: Multiple dives at 3 Trees, Koh Bon, Tachai Pinnacle and Tachai Reef
Itinerary Description: 06:00 Morning call 07:00 Dive #5 - 3 Trees 08:00 Breakfast 10:30 Dive #6 - Koh Bon 12:00 Lunch 13:30 Dive #7 - Tachai Pinnacle 15:00 Snack 17:00 Dive #8 - Tachai Reef 18:30 Dinner
Itinerary Day 4
Itinerary Summary: Four dives including Richelieu Rock and Tachai Pinnacle, with meals and snacks provided
Itinerary Description: 06:00 Morning call 07:00 Dive #9 - Tachai Pinnacle 08:00 Breakfast 10:30 Dive #10 - Richelieu Rock 12:00 Lunch 14:00 Dive #11 - Richelieu Rock 15:00 Snack 17:00 Dive #12 - Richelieu Rock 18:30 Dinner
Itinerary Day 5
Itinerary Summary: Wreck and museum dives with debrief, photo, and return to hotel
Itinerary Description: 06:00 Morning call 07:00 Dive #13 at Boonsoong Wreck 08:00 Breakfast 10:00 Dive #14 at Khaolak Underwater Museum 11:30 Lunch 13:30 Debriefing and group photo 17:00 Return to the pier and transfer back to hotel
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SMILE dolphin liveaboard at sea with guests standing together on the sun deck, flag flying, on a 5D4N Andaman itinerary from Phuket
Stacked bunk beds and headboard lights inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with a compact air-conditioning panel nearby
Scuba diver near bright pink coral on a reef in the Andaman Sea, underwater at depth during a 5-day liveaboard dive from Phuket
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Tidy twin bed setup inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with folded towels and a small porthole-style window
People gathered at a liveaboard dining area under the boat canopy, eating and chatting during the 5-day Andaman cruise from Phuket
Private cabin on a Phuket liveaboard with wooden walls, twin beds, window light, and an air-conditioning unit
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Private cabin on a Phuket liveaboard with wooden walls, twin beds, window light, and an air-conditioning unit
SMILE dolphin liveaboard at sea with guests standing together on the sun deck, flag flying, on a 5D4N Andaman itinerary from Phuket
Stacked bunk beds and headboard lights inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with a compact air-conditioning panel nearby
Scuba diver near bright pink coral on a reef in the Andaman Sea, underwater at depth during a 5-day liveaboard dive from Phuket
Private cabin on a Phuket liveaboard with wooden walls, twin beds, window light, and an air-conditioning unit
SMILE dolphin liveaboard at sea with guests standing together on the sun deck, flag flying, on a 5D4N Andaman itinerary from Phuket
Stacked bunk beds and headboard lights inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with a compact air-conditioning panel nearby
Scuba diver near bright pink coral on a reef in the Andaman Sea, underwater at depth during a 5-day liveaboard dive from Phuket
Interior corridor of an Andaman liveaboard cabin with white berths and side panels, showing tidy sleeping and storage space
Tidy twin bed setup inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with folded towels and a small porthole-style window
People gathered at a liveaboard dining area under the boat canopy, eating and chatting during the 5-day Andaman cruise from Phuket
Phuket Andaman liveaboard upper deck with sun loungers and railings overlooking open sea, under partly cloudy daylight
MV Gentle Giant liveaboard deck layout diagram with upper, main and lower decks labelled for cabins, dining and storage
Dive equipment storage on a Phuket Andaman liveaboard, with wetsuits hanging and bins for scuba gear between dives
Yellow liveaboard dive boat floating on open sea near Phuket, showing the front deck, mast, and double flags
Diver swimming above a colourful reef as a dense school of yellow fish swirls by during an Andaman liveaboard dive from Phuket
Scuba diver swimming beside a colourful coral wall in the Andaman Sea during a liveaboard trip from Phuket
Underwater view in the Andaman Sea with red sea fans and dense reef growth, surrounded by small fish above the coral
Scuba diver posing underwater with equipment near a reef in the Andaman Sea on a luxury liveaboard from Phuket
Scuba diver gliding beneath coral in the Andaman Sea on a 5D4N luxury liveaboard from Phuket trip
Diver gliding past a vivid red-orange coral reef in clear blue water during an Andaman liveaboard dive from Phuket
Diver in a black wetsuit seated on a liveaboard deck at sunset, taking in the view over calm Andaman waters off Phuket gently
Yellow-and-white liveaboard boat passing a rocky, tree-covered island as the sun lowers over the Andaman Sea near Phuket on a 5-day cruise
Underwater view of a scuba diver swimming over a coral garden as small schooling fish pass, on a 5D4N Andaman liveaboard

5D4N Andaman Liveaboard | All Private AC Ensuite Rooms + Phuket Pickup

Relaxed Liveaboard Dive Trip in Thailand with Comfy Cabins and 14 Epic Dives
5.0
|4 Reviews
Group size
Up to 20 guests
DURATION
5 days 4 nights
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 20 guests
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Spacious diving liveaboard with private cabins & top Thai dive sites
If you’re an experienced diver looking to tick off Thailand’s most iconic dive sites in actual comfort, this 5D4N liveaboard on MV Gentle Giant is the dream. While many Similan boats cram you into tiny cabins and shared bathrooms, Gentle Giant spoils every guest with a private en-suite cabin, full AC, and space to actually stretch your legs.Across five days you’ll hop between the gems of the Andaman Sea—Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, and Boonsoong Wreck. Think manta rays circling Koh Bon, trevallies and barracudas going full National Geographic at Tachai Pinnacle, and maybe even a friendly whale shark cruising past Richelieu Rock. Add in ghost pipefish, harlequin shrimp, turtles, batfish squads, and coral gardens bursting with colour—it’s basically underwater chaos in the best way.You’ll be guided by seasoned divemasters who know every nook of these sites, leading you through 14 epic dives on a perfectly planned route. This trip is built for Advanced Open Water divers who want variety, comfort, and zero stress. If you like having your transfers, meals, snacks, Wi-Fi, and everything else sorted—while you focus on diving and living your best boat life—this is 100% your kind of liveaboard.What to Expect14 dives at the best sites in Thailand, including Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Richelieu Rock & Boonsoong Wreck1 divemaster for every 5 divers—so you’ll get tons of personal attention, whether you’re exploring open walls or hidden critter spotsEnglish and Chinese-speaking dive masters to guide you through every diveExpect vibrant reefs, turtles and reef sharks, vibrant corals, the chance to meet manta rays and whale sharks, massive schools of fish, plus incredible macro life around a wreck.Private en-suite cabins with air-conditioning—no shared bathrooms!Spacious boat with large sundeck and comfy air-conditioned loungeAll meals, snacks, soft drinks, Wi-Fi, and transfers includedFriendly, professional divemasters and a well-known among the Thai diving communityDive Sites & Marine Life HighlightsKoh Bon – Manta Ray Hotspot: Famous for its manta ray cleaning station, Koh Bon is the top site for spotting Oceanic Manta Rays, especially from February–April. Divers can also encounter leopard sharks, reef sharks, moray eels, octopus, cuttlefish, and vibrant reef fish such as sweetlips and trevallies. The site features a dramatic wall and ridge covered in soft corals and sea fans.Koh Tachai – Big Schools & Pelagic Action: Known for its strong currents and impressive underwater pinnacles, Koh Tachai offers exciting dives with large schools of barracuda, trevally, fusiliers, and other hunters. Occasional sightings of manta rays and whale sharks occur during the season. The site also hosts nudibranchs, shrimps, and healthy soft coral formations around massive granite boulders.Richelieu Rock – Thailand’s Best Marine Biodiversity: Richelieu Rock is one of the richest dive sites in Thailand, renowned for its extraordinary diversity of marine life. Expect huge schools of fish, barracudas, snappers, trevallies, and seasonal encounters with whale sharks. Macro lovers will find ghost pipefish, seahorses, harlequin shrimp, frogfish, nudibranchs, and countless critters hidden within soft corals, anemones, and sea fans.Boonsung Wreck – Fish Clouds & Macro Haven: This shallow wreck is packed with marine life, often so dense you can barely see the structure beneath the schools of snappers, fusiliers, batfish, and trevally. The wreck is home to moray eels, porcupinefish, lionfish, scorpionfish, rays on the sandy bottom, and a wide variety of nudibranchs and small critters — perfect for photographers and macro enthusiasts.Similan Islands: Feature multiple world-class dive sites such as Elephant Head Rock, West of Eden and Christmas Point. Expect colorful soft & hard corals, turtles, reef sharks, barracuda, trevally, moray eels, and plenty of macro creatures like nudibranchs and pipefish.Good to KnowWe welcome guests with Open Water certification on this trip. However, the dive sites on this route including the Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and the Boon Sung Wreck — typically range from 20–30 meters in depth with moderate currents, making them perfect for deeper and more advanced diving. To ensure you can enjoy all dives safely and join the main group, Open Water divers are required to complete either the PADI Deep Adventure Dive or the full PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course onboard. For your convenience, both options are available in the Add-On section:PADI Deep Adventure Dive (valid for 1 year)PADI Advanced Open Water Diver CourseIf you haven’t dived in over 2 years, you’ll need to complete a refresher course before joining. We do not provide this refresher session, but our team will be happy to connect you with a local diving schoolDiving insurance is required for all guests joining our trips. If you don’t already have coverage, no worries — it’s available as an add-on. Each guest is required to complete and sign our Boat Travel and Scuba Diving Liability Release & Assumption of Risk Form during check-in.For safety and insurance purposes, the form must be signed as provided. Guests who decline to sign or request changes may not be able to join the trip, and refunds or compensation cannot be offered.Please note that dive gear rental, dive computers, 15L tanks, and diving torches are not included in the trip price. These items can be pre-requested in advance and are payable in cash onboard upon arrival.National Marine Park fee of 2,500 THB is payable in cash on-siteBoat Specifications / Decks & FeaturesType: Wooden mono-hullLength / Beam: 27m / 6.0mEngines: 2 × HinoGenerators: 2 × 50 kW, 1 × 30 kWCruising Speed: 8–12 knotsNitrox: Available (2 × Coltri-sub membrane units)Scuba Tanks: 12L & 15L aluminium tanks with Yoke & DIN valvesMax Guests: 20 | Cabins: 10 | Bathrooms: 10Freshwater Capacity: 18,000 LFuel Capacity: 9,000 LDecks & Features: Spacious dive deck, comfortable sun deck, indoor lounge, open-air dining areaTender: Dinghy availableNavigation & Safety FeaturesNavigation equipment: GPS plotter, AIS marine system, depth sounder, and standard marine navigation instruments for accurate route planning and safe passage.Communication: Cellular phone, SSB radio, and VHF/DSC communication systems for reliable contact and emergency response.Safety gear: Passenger life rafts, full set of life jackets, fully equipped first aid station, onboard oxygen, fire safety systems, and emergency equipment.Crew & Emergency readiness: All crew members are trained in first aid and emergency procedures to ensure safe operations throughout the trip.Amenities/facilitiesLarge sundeck and air-conditioned indoor saloon with 55 TVWi-Fi available in common areasAll cabins have private en-suite bathrooms (hot shower, soap & shampoo included)Choice of Master, Deluxe, or Standard twin cabinsAir conditioning, towels, safe, life jackets, and life rafts providedCancellation PolicyThis trip is non refundable once the booking is confirmedReschedule PolicyMore than 60 days before the trip: You can reschedule your trip free of charge.Between 30–60 days before the trip: Rescheduling will incur an additional fee of 25% of the trip price.Less than 30 days before the trip: Rescheduling may not allowed or incur the full trip price

Experience highlights

Scuba diver glides beside a vibrant coral wall in clear blue water, wearing mask and fins for an underwater dive
14 of Thailand’s Finest Dives in 5 Days
Stacked bunk beds and headboard lights inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with a compact air-conditioning panel nearby
All cabins air-con with en-suite bath
Tidy twin bed setup inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with folded towels and a small porthole-style window
Three cabin types to fit any budget
Map of Thailand’s Andaman coast highlighting Phuket, Krabi and Trang, with routes to Similan Islands and nearby islets
Access Similan, Bon, Tachai & Richelieu
Assorted seafood meals—grilled fish in sauce, rice and stir-fried greens—served during the liveaboard dining experience
Freshly cooked meals daily
Andaman liveaboard sun deck with outdoor loungers and ocean horizon, with a distant island under a blue sky
One of largest sundecks in the Similans
Liveaboard lounge or reception area with a bar-style counter, wall-mounted TV showing divers, and the SMILE DOLPHIN logo
Indoor cinema lounge with 55” screen
Group of divers posing on the deck of the SMILE dolphin liveaboard boat on the Andaman Sea during a 5D4N trip from Phuket
Free hotel & airport transfer included
Underwater diver swimming alongside a large whale shark in the Andaman Sea during a 5D4N liveaboard dive from Phuket
Keep an eye out for whale sharks

What You’ll be Doing

Day 1:

Transfer, dinner, then night boat trip to the Similan Islands from Phuket

Day 2:

4 dives including West of Eden & Elephant Head Rock, plus meals & relaxation onboard

Day 3:

Multiple dives at 3 Trees, Koh Bon, Tachai Pinnacle and Tachai Reef

Day 4:

Four dives including Richelieu Rock and Tachai Pinnacle, with meals and snacks provided

Day 5:

Wreck and museum dives with debrief, photo, and return to hotel
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What’s Included

14 dives at top dive sites in Thailand (Similan, Bon, Tachai, Richelieu, Boonsoong Wreck)
Tanks, weights, and weight belts
Drinking water, coffee, tea, soft drinks, and snacks
Professional divemaster guide
All meals throughout the trip
Wi-Fi internet on board
Complimentary Hhtel and airport transfers in Phuket to Tab Lamu Pier (Naithon, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Chalong, Phuket Town)

Not included

National Marine Park fees (Payable in cash onboard: 2,500 THB per person)
Dive insurance (Available as add on)
PADI Advanced Open Water Course (Available as add on)
PADI Deep Adventure Dive (Available as add on)
Dive gear: BCD, regulator, mask, wetsuit & fins (Payable in cash onboard: 3,500 THB per person)
Dive computers (Payable in cash onboard: 300 THB per day per person)
Diving torches (Payable in cash onboard: 100 THB per dive per person)
Nitrox Tank 12L (Payable in cash onboard: 250 THB per dive per person)
Nitrox Tank 15L (Payable in cash onboard: 300 THB per dive per person)
15L tanks air (Payable in cash onboard: 300 THB per day per person)
Diving torches (Payable in cash onboard: 100 THB per dive per person)
Refresher session
Alcoholic beverages

Available Add-ons:

Dive Insurance (Price/Pax) (฿1,379.89)
PADI Deep Adventure Dive Cert (Price/Pax) (฿2,759.77)
PADI Advanced Open Water Course (Price/Pax) (฿13,798.76)
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Where You’ll Sleep

Stacked bunk beds and headboard lights inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with a compact air-conditioning panel nearby
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Standard Cabin
Sleeps 2 | 2 beds | Ensuite
From ฿55,527.75/room
Tidy twin bed setup inside a Phuket liveaboard cabin, with folded towels and a small porthole-style window
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Deluxe Cabin
Sleeps 2 | 1 bed | Ensuite
From ฿59,357.25/room
Private cabin on a Phuket liveaboard with wooden walls, twin beds, window light, and an air-conditioning unit
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Master Cabin
Sleeps 2 | 1 bed | Ensuite
From ฿65,101.5/room

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Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Phuket(Phuket, Thailand)
  • 04:00pm
  • Notes: Pick-up from Phuket airport or hotels starts from 16:00 (4:00 PM) and may vary depending on the number of guests being picked up.

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

04:00PM on Day 1 - 05:00PM on Day 5

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Vegetarian food available
  • Recommended Age: 17+

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    To secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.

  • Reschedule Policy

    Trip Date Change / Postponement Policy: - More than 60 days before the trip: You can change or postpone your trip date free of charge. - Between 30–60 days before the trip: Changing the trip date will incur an additional fee of 25% of the trip price.

What to Pack

  • Cash for National Marine Park fee (2,500 THB) and any extras
  • Casual evening wear for indoor/lounge areas
  • Chargers for electronics (power outlets available in cabins)
  • Dive certification card (Advanced Open Water minimum)
  • Dive insurance card
  • Dive logbook
  • Flip-flops or water shoes
  • Hat, sunglasses, and reef-safe sunscreen
  • Light sweater or jacket for evenings
  • Lightweight clothes for daytime (shorts, t-shirts)
  • Personal medications
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Small daypack or dry bag for shore trips
  • Swimwear & rash guard
  • Waterproof bag for valuables

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Meet your host

Gai, also known as Yutthichai, has been diving for over two decades and has been running his own dive shop since 2014. With a deep love for the ocean, he’s the kind of person who doesn’t just enjoy the underwater world—he actively helps protect it. He takes part in regular beach and ocean clean-ups and encourages others to do the same. His dive shop does more than offer courses and trips—it also supports local jobs and tourism. Whether you meet him on land or at sea, it’s clear that Gai truly cares about the community and the ocean that brings it all together.
Experience: 12 years
Speaks: Basic English, Chinese
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