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Double-bed liveaboard cabin with towels and ocean-view windows on a 5D4N Andaman dive trip from Phuket
Dive liveaboard ship at dusk anchored in calm waters near Phuket in the Andaman Sea on a 5D4N guided diving cruise
Liveaboard twin cabin with two beds and folded towels on a 5D4N Andaman diving trip from Phuket
Seafood and grilled meats buffet on a serving table aboard a Phuket Andaman Sea liveaboard, managed by SMILE DOLPHIN DIVING CO.,LTD.
Wood-panelled liveaboard cabin with rows of bunks and a central seating area on a 5D4N Andaman trip from Phuket
Diver gliding past a vivid red-orange coral reef in clear blue water during an Andaman liveaboard dive from Phuket
Onboard BBQ grill with trays of prawns and seafood as crew cook on a Phuket Andaman Sea liveaboard, SMILE DOLPHIN DIVING CO.,LTD.
Double-bed liveaboard cabin with towels and ocean-view windows on a 5D4N Andaman dive trip from Phuket
Dive liveaboard ship at dusk anchored in calm waters near Phuket in the Andaman Sea on a 5D4N guided diving cruise
Liveaboard twin cabin with two beds and folded towels on a 5D4N Andaman diving trip from Phuket
Seafood and grilled meats buffet on a serving table aboard a Phuket Andaman Sea liveaboard, managed by SMILE DOLPHIN DIVING CO.,LTD.
Wood-panelled liveaboard cabin with rows of bunks and a central seating area on a 5D4N Andaman trip from Phuket
Diver gliding past a vivid red-orange coral reef in clear blue water during an Andaman liveaboard dive from Phuket
Onboard BBQ grill with trays of prawns and seafood as crew cook on a Phuket Andaman Sea liveaboard, SMILE DOLPHIN DIVING CO.,LTD.
Diver swimming above a colourful reef as a dense school of yellow fish swirls by during an Andaman liveaboard dive from Phuket
Deck plan diagram for an Andaman liveaboard, showing upper, main and lower decks and cabin listings
Long corridor inside an Andaman liveaboard, with wooden panels and ceiling lights on a 5D4N Phuket diving trip
Liveaboard ensuite cabin with twin beds and neatly folded towels inside a 5D4N Andaman diving trip from Phuket
Bright private cabin with neatly made twin beds and windows on a Phuket Andaman liveaboard, for rest between dives
Private ensuite bathroom in an Andaman liveaboard cabin in Phuket, with shower, sink and toilet inside a wood interior
Air-conditioned lounge on a premium Andaman liveaboard in Phuket, with dining tables and wide ocean-view windows
Dessert buffet on an Andaman liveaboard in Phuket—fruit-topped appetisers and candle-lit cocktail cups arranged on trays
White diving liveaboard cruising past a rocky Phuket coastline in the Andaman Sea, with SMILE DOLPHIN DIVING CO.,LTD. operating the trip
Sizzling grilled seafood on an onboard rack aboard a Phuket Andaman Sea liveaboard by SMILE DOLPHIN DIVING CO.,LTD.
Scuba dive gear lined up on the deck of a Phuket Andaman Sea liveaboard, run by SMILE DOLPHIN DIVING CO.,LTD., at sunset
Scuba diver swimming beside a colourful coral wall in the Andaman Sea during a liveaboard trip from Phuket
Scuba diver gliding beneath coral in the Andaman Sea on a 5D4N luxury liveaboard from Phuket trip
Scuba diver posing underwater with equipment near a reef in the Andaman Sea on a luxury liveaboard 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 near bright pink coral on a reef in the Andaman Sea, underwater at depth during a 5-day liveaboard dive from Phuket
Underwater view of a scuba diver swimming over a coral garden as small schooling fish pass, on a 5D4N Andaman liveaboard

5D4N Premium Andaman Liveaboard Private AC Ensuite Cabins | 14 Dives

Luxury Dive Liveaboard in Thailand with Aircon Cabins
5.0
|4 Reviews
Group size
Up to 24 guests
DURATION
5 days 4 nights
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 24 guests
Boutique dive boat with luxe vibes, gourmet food, and best Thai dive sites
Step aboard a liveaboard that feels more like a boutique hotel than a traditional dive boat. This 34-metre premium steel vessel is built for comfort and relaxation, with en-suite cabins and air-conditioning to keep you refreshed after each dive. Between exploring Thailand’s top dive sites — including the Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Boong Soon Wreck, Koh Bon, and Koh Tachai — you can unwind in the air-conditioned indoor lounge with an 85” movie screen, or sip a cold drink while lounging on the sun-soaked deck, taking in the endless sea views.Designed for certified divers seeking a personal and luxurious experience, the boat keeps numbers low (max 24 guests) and offers a 1:5 divemaster ratio. That means more guidance, safer dives, and insider access to hidden marine-life hotspots.After your dives, indulge in gourmet meals ranging from dim sum and sushi to steamboat, all served with impeccable service. Every detail, from cabin comfort to dive logistics, is crafted for a smooth, stress-free adventure.This is more than a dive trip — it’s a dive-eat-chill-repeat experience through Thailand’s underwater playgrounds. Swim among swirling schools of fish, explore dramatic rock formations, and relax in style, knowing every moment aboard this premium liveaboard is designed for your ultimate comfort.Luxury, adventure, and unforgettable dives — all from the comfort of a truly premium boat.What to Expect14 dives across epic sites like Similan Islands,Boon Soong wreck, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai & Richelieu RockSpacious AC cabins with private bathrooms — no queuing for showers!Expert dive guides (1:5 ratio) who know where to find the magic underwaterGourmet meals onboard, from Thai crispy pork to fresh sushiTransfers from Phuket hotels to the boat included (Naithon, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Chalong, Phuket Town)Chill-out time in the air-conditioned lounge or out on the sun deckOnboard Wi-Fi to stay mildly connected (if you want to!)Dive 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.Boon Soong 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 Soong 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 2,300 THB is payable in cash on-siteBoat Specifications / Decks & FeaturesLength / Beam: 32m / 6.5mCruising Speed: 9 knotsEngines: 2 × CumminsWater Capacity: 20,000 L | Fuel Capacity: 9,000 LFreshwater Maker: 4,000 L/dayMax Guests: 24 | Cabins: 12 | Bathrooms: 14Tenders: 2 × Yamaha 40HPDecks & Features: Spacious dive deck, sun deck, indoor lounge, open-air dining areaTenders: 2 × Yamaha 40HPYear Built: 2004Year Renovated: 2023Navigation & Safety FeaturesNavigation equipment: Radar, GPS, depth sounder, and standard marine navigation instruments for accurate positioning and safe passage.Communication: VHF/DSC/SSB radios for reliable contact and emergency communication.Safety gear: Life vests, emergency rafts, first aid kits, emergency oxygen, fire alarm system, fire extinguishers, bilge pump alarm, and engine room CCTV.Crew & Emergency readiness: All crew members are trained in first aid to ensure safe vessel operations and diver safety.Amenities/facilitiesAir-conditioned saloon with 85” TV and large movie selectionSun deck and lounge areas for relaxing between divesAll meals, snacks and drinks included (except alcohol)Wi-Fi in common areasCancellation 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

What You’ll be Doing

Day 1:

Transfer to Taplamu pier, dinner, and evening boat to Similan Islands

Day 2:

4 dives incl. West of Eden & Elephant Head Rock, with meals and snack breaks throughout

Day 3:

4 dives incl. 3 Trees, Koh Bon, Tachai Pinnacle & Tachai Reef, with meals included

Day 4:

4 dives incl. Richelieu Rock & Tachai Pinnacle, meals and snacks onboard

Day 5:

Dives at Boonsoong Wreck & Khaolak Museum, group photo, return to hotel
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What’s Included

5-day, 4-night accommodation in an air-conditioned liveaboard cabin with en-suite bathroom
14 dives at top dive sites in Thailand (Similan, Bon, Tachai, Richelieu, Boonsoong Wreck)
Tanks, weights, and weight belts
Nitrox fills
All meals throughout the trip
Professional divemaster guide (English and Chinese speaking), with a 1:5 divemaster to guest ratio
Complimentary hotel and airport transfers in Phuket to Tab Lamu Pier (Naithon, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Chalong, Phuket Town)
Unlimited drinking water, coffee, tea, soft drinks, and snacks
Wi-Fi internet on board
Access to onboard leisure facilities including an air-conditioned saloon with an 85” TV and movie selection
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Who you’re supporting

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Community Champion

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Leave No Trace Steward

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Wildlife Protector

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Where You’ll Sleep

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Additional Information

Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Phuket(Phuket, Thailand)
  • 03:00pm
  • Notes: Pick-up from hotels starts from 15:00 and may vary depending on the number of guests being picked up.

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

03:00PM 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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