Gentle Giant Liveaboard, Thailand
8.6 Fabulous - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- En-Suite bathrooms
“Highlights were the 3 days of diving in the north, from Surin 1 - Richelieu Rock.Delicious Thai food, and nice staff on the ship.”
Highlights
The M/V Gentle Giant offers unique dive trips in the Andaman Sea. Covering both the north and south Andaman Sea, divers will cover the world-famous Similan islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock, located in the north, and the southern area of Hin Daeng Hin Muang, Koh Haa, King Cruiser, Shark Point and Phi Phi. This special 6-night dive trip is only offered 12 times yearly between November and April. It is a fantastic opportunity for divers to explore the Andaman Sea, completing 22 dives over 7 days.
Topside, MV Gentle Giant caters to up to 20 guests in 10 cabins. Each cabin is en-suite with AC, sea views, and a safety deposit box. There are 1 master cabin, 1 deluxe cabin, and 8 twin standard cabins. Social areas include the fully air-conditioned indoor salon with a 55-inch TV and entertainment area, outdoor covered dining area, or large roof-top sundeck. Meals are a mix of international and Thai cuisine and are prepared fresh.
The experienced and passionate crew of the MV Gentle Giant are waiting to share the beauty of the Andaman sea. Places fill up fast, so book online today to reserve your space.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Soft Drinks at Meal Times, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (2,300-3,500 THB per trip).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance (300 THB per trip), Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Alcoholic Drinks at Dinner, Nitrox, Nitrox Course (7,500 THB), Private Dive Guide (12,000 THB per trip), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (1,500-7,500 THB).
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Gentle Giant Reviews
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- 8.6 Fabulous
- Vessel 7.4
- Crew 8.6
- Food 9.3
- Diving 8.9
- Value 8.7
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- 10 Exceptional
- Alicia F
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United States
Best liveaboard experience!
We did 10 dives in 3 days to the surrounding islands of Phuket, and it was excellent! We saw 3 shipwrecks, lots of coral, sharks, eels, rays, other animals and millions of fish.. very satisfying! The accommodations were nice and the food was beyond excellent. All the guides were very nice and the boat boys were amazing in helping us get ready, and on/off the boat for every dive. An incredible deal for the price!
- Recommended for
- Friendly Service, Great Sites, Great Food
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- 9.2 Superb
- Marlene W
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Austria
Simple but beautiful boat
We spent a really nice time on the Gentle Giant. The boat is simple but equipped with everything you need. Each cabin has hot water showers, air conditioning and windows. The crew is very nice and there are 4 at least 4 meals a day. Snacks are available around the clock. We enjoyed the time very much and can recommend the liveaboard to everyone.
- Recommended for
- Selection of diving spots. Dive guides. Essen.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Juan B
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Argentina
Tremendous experience, to highlight the group and the excellent work of the crew
The new friends after days of living together and the net dives and purple rocks and "the hand of John", although they were all very good and left us unforgettable memories, such as the explosion of life in the wreck of the King Cruisier
- Recommended for
- The crew, the cordiality and predisposition of the management and the instructors permanently concerned about the well-being of all
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Cristian P
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Spain
Perfect boat
Great experience and great people!
- Recommended for
- Crew. Dives. Ammenities.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Pavel V
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Canada
I was looking for an adventure, but instead I found a family that loves diving as much as I do.
Everyone on the crew was great and made this experience very special. Great group of divers to share this trip with. I felt like I have known them for a long time. Astounding rock formations at Elephant Head. The huge amount of marine life at Richelieu, that is impossible to describe. Must see for yourself. The beauty of Similan. Special thank you to Fei. You will always have my respect and admiration.
- Recommended for
- Fei, the best dive guide ever. She was amazing. Great diving locations, north and south of Andaman in one trip. The big family liveaboard experience.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Russell A
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United Kingdom
Five stars are not enough! This was an exceptional trip with a brilliant crew, what a wonderful week.
We were upgraded from Gentle Giant to the Raga; this was an unexpected bonus as the boat was excellent. Well appointed, comfortable cabins etc. The food was restaurant quality, every day the meals and snacks were different, from coconut smoothies to ice cream cones! The crew couldn’t have been more helpful, from the boat drivers to the kitchen staff & guides, they were all friendly , attentive and eager to help. Nothing seemed to faze them and nothing was too much trouble. This is undoubtedly the best liveaboard I have been on - well done Smile Dolphin, we will definitely be using you again.
- Recommended for
- The staff - friendly, kind & attentive. The boat - excellent facilities. The diving - obviously!.
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- 8.0 Very good
- MARIO G
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Italy
Great experience
Boat without frills, with everything you need to enjoy diving to the fullest
- Recommended for
- courtesy and attention. Great food (always fresh cuisine). prepared guides.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Sergio S
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Brazil
Please have more beer on board next time! :-)
Tiger shark, white tip reef sharks and much more!!! Great crew and great diving buddies!!!
- Recommended for
- Good dive, safety and great ambience!
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Benoit V
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Belgium
An amazing first liveaboard experience
We had such a great time on the Gentle Giant! Pipe, TK, Mint, Min and the rest of the crew made this journey unforgettable 🤩 The diving spots were some of the best ones I've ever seen 🐟 The gear and general safety were good 👍 The food was delicious and abundant. I didn't want to leave this dream ship! 🥲
- Recommended for
- The crew. The dive spots. 5 meals a day.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Steven D
- Belgium
Highly recommended, especially the Southern trip!
A wonderful experience! The boat feels spacious and the crew takes really good care of you. It was the first time for me to do the Southern dive sites (most boats go to Similan and Surin islands). Visbility is a little bit less but wth A LOT of sea horses definitely worth visiting. I want to go again :)
- Recommended for
- Southern dive sites. Free soft drinks. Super friendly staff.
