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Gentle Giant Liveaboard, Thailand

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Most exciting dive sites like the Similan Islands
Covered outdoor dining area and spacious rooftop sundeck
Only 12 departures per year for extended Andaman Sea itineraries

Gentle Giant is a 6-night Thailand liveaboard offering a focused diving program across the northern and southern Andaman Sea. With a limited sailing schedule of only 12 trips each year from November to April, this vessel provides access to some of the most well-known dive destinations in the region. Routes include Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock in the north, as well as Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, King Cruiser, Shark Point, and Phi Phi in the south. A total of 22 dives are completed across the 7-day itinerary.

Accommodation is available for 20 guests across 10 en-suite cabins. These include one master, deluxe, and eight twin standard cabins. All rooms feature air-conditioning, sea views, and safety deposit boxes. Each cabin is equipped with a private bathroom and arranged to offer quiet, functional comfort throughout the trip.

The social spaces on board include a large, fully air-conditioned indoor lounge featuring a 55-inch television and entertainment system and an outdoor shaded dining area. A spacious rooftop sundeck offers open-air seating for relaxation between dives or enjoying the sunset.

The cuisine served aboard the yacht blends Thai and international dishes, prepared fresh and served buffet-style. Dietary requirements can be accommodated upon request.

Diving operations are designed for efficient access to remote sites. The itinerary is structured to maximize time at key locations while maintaining comfort throughout the journey. The dive deck provides practical access and sufficient space to prepare for dives.

This Thailand liveaboard is crewed by a team with regional experience and a passion for diving in the Andaman Sea, ensuring smooth logistics and guest support during each trip

Cabins

Standard Cabin
Main Deck

Standard Cabin

2 Guests
Deluxe Cabin
Main Deck

Deluxe Cabin

2 Guests
Master Cabin
Upper Deck

Master Cabin

2 Guests
Boat plan
Boat deck plan

Boat Specification

Number of cabins
10
Dive guides to divers ratio
5:1
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
Free
Nitrox
Surcharge
Fleet/Managing company
Smile Dolphin
Length and width
27 m / 6 m
Capacity
20
Material
Wood
Languages crew speak
English, Thai
Engines
2 x Hino
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No

Dive Facilities

  • Compressors
  • Dive Deck

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Buffet Style
  • Hot & Cold Soft Drinks

Onboard Facilities

  • Audio & Video Entertainment
  • Air Conditioned Saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Open Air Saloon
  • Indoor Saloon

Photographer Facilities

  • Special Storage for U/W Camera

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Gentle Giant Liveaboard Itineraries

Similan - Bon - Tachai - Richelieu Rock (4 nights) (Thap Lamu-Thap Lamu)

4 nights nights, ±13 dives,
Thap Lamu
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Thap Lamu
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Requirements: Minimum 10 dives, OWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (3-4 dives per day; 2 dives on the last day)
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Full board
  • Snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks, fruit juice, fresh fruit
  • Scheduled group transfer airport / hotel - boat - airport / hotel
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National park fees - 2300 THB per person

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • Nitrox
  • Courses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance
  • Crew gratuities

Program

Vibrant reefs with soft corals, sea fans, and anemone fields
Frequent encounters with whale sharks, manta rays, and leopard sharks
Schooling trevallies, barracuda, and snappers in clear blue waters
Diverse macro life including harlequin shrimp and ghost pipefish
Day 1:
15:30-17:30 Pick up from Airport or hotel
19:30 Light Dinner
21:00 Boat departs to Similan island

Day 2:
7:00 Wake up call
8:00 Dive#1 (Zodiac - check dive)
9:00 Breakfast
11:30 Dive#2 (West of Eden)
12:30 Lunch
15:00 Dive#3 (Elephant Head Rock)
16:00 Snack
18:45 Dive#4 (Numchai Bay - Night dive)
20:00 Dinner

Day 3:
7:00 Wake up call
8:00 Dive#1 (3 Trees)
9:00 Breakfast
11:00 Dive#2 (Koh Bon)
12:00 Lunch
15:00 Dive#3 (Tachai Pinnacle)
16:00 Snack
18:45 Dive#4 (Tachai Reef)
20:00 Dinner

Day 4:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Tachai Pinnacle)
8:00 Breakfast
11:00 Dive#2 (Richelieu Rock)
11:30 Lunch
14:00 Dive#3 (Richelieu Rock)
15:00 Snack
17:00 Dive#4 (Richelieu Rock)
18:30 Dinner

Day 5:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Tachai island)
8:00 Breakfast
10:30 Dive#2 (Boonsoong Wreck)
11:30 Lunch
14:00 Back to the pier and transfer to hotel
 

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Similan - Bon - Tachai - Richelieu Rock (4 nights) (Phuket-Thap Lamu)

4 nights nights, ±13 dives,
Phuket
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Thap Lamu
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Requirements: Minimum 10 dives, OWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (3-4 dives per day; 2 dives on the last day)
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Full board
  • Snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks, fruit juice, fresh fruit
  • Scheduled group transfer airport / hotel - boat - airport / hotel
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National park fees - 2300 THB per person

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • Nitrox
  • Courses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance
  • Crew gratuities

Program

Vibrant reefs with soft corals, sea fans, and anemone fields
Frequent encounters with whale sharks, manta rays, and leopard sharks
Schooling trevallies, barracuda, and snappers in clear blue waters
Diverse macro life including harlequin shrimp and ghost pipefish
Day 1:
15:30-17:30 Pick up from Airport or hotel
19:30 Light Dinner
21:00 Boat departs to Similan island

Day 2:
7:00 Wake up call
8:00 Dive#1 (Zodiac - check dive)
9:00 Breakfast
11:30 Dive#2 (West of Eden)
12:30 Lunch
15:00 Dive#3 (Elephant Head Rock)
16:00 Snack
18:45 Dive#4 (Numchai Bay - Night dive)
20:00 Dinner

Day 3:
7:00 Wake up call
8:00 Dive#1 (3 Trees)
9:00 Breakfast
11:00 Dive#2 (Koh Bon)
12:00 Lunch
15:00 Dive#3 (Tachai Pinnacle)
16:00 Snack
18:45 Dive#4 (Tachai Reef)
20:00 Dinner

Day 4:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Tachai Pinnacle)
8:00 Breakfast
11:00 Dive#2 (Richelieu Rock)
11:30 Lunch
14:00 Dive#3 (Richelieu Rock)
15:00 Snack
17:00 Dive#4 (Richelieu Rock)
18:30 Dinner

Day 5:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Tachai island)
8:00 Breakfast
10:30 Dive#2 (Boonsoong Wreck)
11:30 Lunch
14:00 Back to the pier and transfer to hotel
 

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

The Best of the Andaman (6 nights) (Thap Lamu-Phuket)

6 nights nights, ±13 dives,
Thap Lamu
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Phuket
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Requirements: Minimum 10 dives, OWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (3-4 dives per day; 2 dives on the last day)
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Full board
  • Snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks, fruit juice, fresh fruit
  • Scheduled group transfer airport / hotel - boat - airport / hotel
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National park fees - 3500 THB per person

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • Nitrox
  • Courses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance
  • Crew gratuities

Program

Colorful coral reefs with thriving soft corals and sea fans
High chance of manta rays, whale sharks, and leopard sharks
Schooling fish including barracuda, trevallies, and snappers
Dramatic underwater landscapes with pinnacles, caves, and swim-throughs
Day 1:
15:30-17:30 Pick up from Airport or hotel
19:30 Light dinner
21:00 Boat departs from the pier

Day 2:
7:00 Wake up call
8:00 Dive#1 (Koh Bon)
9:00 Breakfast
11:30 Dive#2 (Koh Bon West Ridge)
12:30 Lunch
15:30 Dive#3 (Tachai Pinnacle)
16:30 Snack
18:45 Dive#4 (Tachai Reef - Night dive)
20:00 Dinner

Day 3:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Tachai 2nd Pinnacle)
8:00 Breakfast
11:00 Dive#2 (Richelieu Rock)
12:00 Lunch
14:00 Dive#3 (Richelieu Rock)
16:30 Snack
17:00 Dive#4 (Richelieu Rock)
19:00 Dinner

Day 4:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Elephant Head Rock)
8:00 Breakfast
10:30 Dive#2 (West of Eden)
11:30 Lunch
13:30 Dive#3 (Shark Fin Reef)
14:30 Cruising to South Andaman
18:30 Dinner

Day 5:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Koh Haa Lagoon)
8:00 Breakfast
10:30 Dive#2 (Hin Muang)
11:30 Lunch
14:00 Dive#3 (Hin Daeng)
15:30 Snack
17:00 Dive#4 (Hin Daeng)
19:00 Dinner

Day 6:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Koh Haa Yai)
8:00 Breakfast
10:00 Dive#2 (Koh Haa Neua)
11:30 Lunch
14:00 Dive#3 (Garang Haeng)
15:30 Snack
17:00 Dive#4 (Hin Bida)
19:00 Dinner

Day 7:
6:00 Wake up call
7:00 Dive#1 (Bida Nok)
8:00 Breakfast
10:00 Dive#2 (King Cruiser Wreck)
11:30 Lunch
13:00 Dive#3 (Shark Point)
14:00 Snack
17:00 Back to the pier and transfer to the hotel
 

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons