Description
Boat
Giamani was built originally in 1998, in order to keep the best condition, it has been undergone for a few full refits in the past years. It is a 24 meter long, 6.5 meter wide steel liveaboard, built and powered for comfort, safety and stability, cruise at 8 knots an hour.
Giamani features a comfortable air conditioned salon with TV, DVD player with a library of films, CD/VCD Music system with music selection, a small marine book library, comfortable sofa area for relaxation.
There is also an outdoor dining area with cushioned relaxation area, TV, and a snack bar where meals are served buffet style. Food is plentiful and diverse, Thai cuisine and International dishes are served, special diets can be catered for if we know in advance.
Giamani has a spacious dive deck, originally designed for 22 divers to have ample room. But as it only takes up to 10 guests per trip, there are lots of rooms for everyone. The dive deck comes with camera table, personal gear boxes, in-place fill station, and rinse tanks. There are also two exit ladders and freshwater showers on the back of the dive deck.
Giamani can supports Technical diving with Rebreather SCR & CCR, Twin Set ups, Side mount. The boat crew are very experienced at working with technical divers as the boat spends five months every year running technical diving trips. They understand how most of the tech equipment works and also understand the different procedures necessary when diving with technical equipment.
If you require any special equipment please let us know in advance and we can normally arrange to have it available for you to rent. We can also arrange for all the special materials you need such as sorb for a rebreather unit.
Giamani also can provide special charter trips, and for charter group, guests even can built custom route, just let us know where you would like to visit, then we will plan it for you ;-)
Cabin
Giamani has 5 comfortable cabins, it can only host 10 guests per trip, perfect for small diving group.
All cabins have air conditioning, private ensuite bathroom, mini-fridge, wall fan, cupboard, windows.
1 Master cabin:
Located on the upper deck, 12 sqm, with one double bed, one additional sofa-bed/sitting area.
4 Deluxe cabins:
Located on the main deck, 8 sqm, with one double bed and one single bed (bunk style).
Diving
- Similan 5D/4N : 14 dives in total.
- No dives will be offered on the embarkation day.
- 2 dives will be provided on the disembarkation day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other information
- Nitrox：Available with an additional cost
- 15L Tanks：Available with an additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：Available with an additional cost
- Technical Dive：Available with an additional cost
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with an additional cost
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Not available at the moment
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：By cash (THB / USD) ONLY
- Crew Number：7, include 2 dive guides
Itineraries
MV Giamani runs Thailand Diving Liveaboard Cruises all year round, with different Thailand Liveaboard itineraries between High Season (15 October to 15 May) and Summer Season (15 May to 15 October).
During the High Season you will be able to explore Thailand’s top dive sites with either a 2D/2N cruise to the Southern Andaman Sea (Hin Deang, Hin Muang, Koh Haa and Phi Phi Islands), a 4D/4N safari to Similan Islands & Richelieu Rock, or a full 6D/6N combining both.
During Summer, when the National Marine Parks above are inaccessible, we offer 2D/2N liveaboard cruises to the Phi Phi Islands and 2D/3N cruises to both Racha and Phi Phi Islands, which are also among the best scuba diving destinations in Thailand. Find below all the details about MV Giamani cruise itineraries.
3D/2N South – Koh Haa, Hin Daeng / Muang, Phi Phi
Days: from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon
Total Dives: 7
Pristine coral reefs and chances of big encounters. Weekend trip perfect for those who have limited time and wish to enjoy some of the best diving Thailand has to offer. Popular for people living in Singapore, Bangkok and nearby areas who want to make the best out of their weekend off the job.
5D/4N North – Similans, Koh Bon, Tachai & Richelieu
Days: from Sunday afternoon to Thursday afternoon
Total Dives: 14
The best way to enjoy the amazing Similan Islands dive sites and the legendary Richelieu Rock is a 4 Days Thailand liveaboard cruise on MV Giamani. Enjoy 14 dives around Thailand’s top dive sites, with crystal clear water and an incredible diversity of scenery and marine life.
7D/6N South + North Combo – Don’t miss anything!
Days: from Friday afternoon to Thursday afternoon
Total Dives: 21
Be greedy and have it all! With our 2 Days and 4 Days Thailand Liveaboard Cruises combined, you will truly cover all of the best Thailand dive sites without exceptions. Enjoy all the amazing diversity that the area has to offer both in terms of marine life and in terms of scenery in and out of the water.
MV Giamani is the Thailand liveaboard that covers the largest amount of different dive sites, as it’s the only boat that does scheduled cruises to both the South Andaman Sea (Koh Haa, Hin Daeng & Hin Muang, Phi Phi Island, Racha Islands etc.) and North Andaman Sea (Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Surin Islands and the Khaolak Wrecks).
Koh Haa, Hin Daeng & Hin Muang | 3D/2N or 7D/6N
Period: National Park open only between 15 October & 15 May
Koh Haa is an archipelago of 5 small islands (“Koh Haa” in Thai literally means “5 Islands”) located approximately 20 miles south of the notorious Phi Phi Islands. The islands offer a variety of great dive sites with crystal clear water and lively coral reefs. Hin Daeng & Hin Muang are two semi-submerged pinnacles in the open ocean further south, offering amazing reefs and even chances to spot Oceanic Mantas and Whale Sharks.
Phi Phi Islands | 3D/2N or 3D/3N
Period: Open all year round. Giamani cruises from 15 May to 15 Oct.
The popular Phi Phi Islands offer a large variety of beautiful dive sites accessible all year round. The coral reefs are very healthy with both soft and hard corals, and the landscapes outside of the water are simply breathtaking. Phi Phi Archipelago offers a great diversity of marine life, including good chances to spot Black Tip Reef Sharks and Leopard Shark.
More
| Destinations | South Andaman Sea, Similan Islands |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Rebreather Friendly, Tech Friendly, Camera Station |
| Languages spoken | English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish |
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Soft drinks
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Alcoholic beverage
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Nitrox fills
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
South Andaman Sea
Best time for diving
Mid October - May is the optimum diving season on the Andaman coast (west coast). Thailand has a dry and a rainy season : it rains on the West coast during the Summer months (May- October) and on the East during the winter (October- May).
About temperatures
Air : throughout the year, temperatures range from 25°C to 34°C with April through May being the hottest month and January the coldest
Sea : between 27°C - 30°C year round, with May being the warmest and December being the coldest.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend 3 mm wetsuit year round.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels. You can find out more informations about diving in South Andaman Sea here : South Andaman Sea
Embarkation / Disembarkation
The embarkation and disembarkation are in Phuket or Khao Lak, guest can fly in/out Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Tap Lamu Pier (Khao Lak) is approximately 1 ½ - 2hr, depending on traffic.
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Chalong Pier is approximately 1 ½hrs, depending on traffic.
Visa Requirements
Many nationalities can visit Thailand without a visa under the Visa on Arrival rule or Visa Exemption scheme. These options allow visitors to stay for up to 30 or 45 days.
To find out more information, please visit the Thai Visa on Arrival, or Visa Exemption and Bilateral Agreement or contact your nearest embassy/consulate.
Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are required unless you are coming from or passing through contaminated areas. Yellow fever certificates are required for those who are coming from the following 14 countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Angola, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Mauritania, Mali, Nigeria, Sudan and Zaire.
Money Matters
The local currency is Thai Baht (THB). The majority of established hotels and restaurants accept major credit cards.
However, smaller, family-run places probably will not. There are money-changers and ATM machines located at the airport and at the ports.
Drones
Tourists can bring their drones into Thailand. However, they are not allowed to fly their drones here until they have registered their devices with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
Similan Islands
Best time for diving
Mid-October - May is the optimum diving season on the Andaman coast (west coast). From early December until late April you can usually expect clear skies nearly every day. On average, you can expect 20 meters of visibility at The Similan Islands throughout the diving season.
Due to the likelihood of extreme weather during the monsoon months, the local authorities close the marine parks from May 16th until October 14th every year. Therefore the Similan diving season is from October 15th to May 15th.
About temperatures
Air: throughout the year, temperatures range from 25°C to 34°C with April through May being the hottest month and January the coldest
Sea: between 27°C - 29°C all year round, there are times when it drops to the mid or even low 20s, but in general these are rare or temporary occasions.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 mm wetsuit year-round.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels. You can find out more information about diving in Similan Islands here : Similan Islands
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation and disembarkation are in Khao Lak, or Phuket, guests can fly in/out of Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Tap Lamu Pier (Khao Lak) is approximately 1 ½ - 2hr, depending on traffic.
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Chalong Pier is approximately 1 ½hrs, depending on traffic.
A few liveaboards set their embarkation and disembarkation in Ranong (UNN).
Visa Requirements
Many nationalities can visit Thailand without a visa under the Visa on Arrival rule or Visa Exemption scheme. These options allow visitors to stay for up to 30 or 45 days.
To find out more information, please visit the Thai Visa on Arrival, or Visa Exemption and Bilateral Agreement or contact your nearest embassy/consulate.
Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are required unless you are coming from or passing through contaminated areas. Yellow fever certificates are required for those who are coming from the following 14 countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Angola, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Mauritania, Mali, Nigeria, Sudan, and Zaire.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Thai Baht (THB). The majority of established hotels and restaurants accept major credit cards.
However, smaller, family-run places probably will not. There are money changers and ATMs located at the airport and the ports.
Drones
Tourists can bring their drones into Thailand. However, they are not allowed to fly their drones here until they have registered their devices with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
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