Similans liveaboards, diving with MV Giamani - by Thailand-scuba.com

liveaboard diving Similans and Phuket Thailand: Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa and Koh Phi Phi

Similans Boat C6


On board this vessel the number of guests is limited to 16 people per trip, normally there will be about 12 people on the boat though so that there is always plenty of space for allguests onboard.

The boat has 2 Standard cabins and four Deluxe cabins. The two air conditioned standard cabins are situated on the upper deck behind the wheel house; these spacious cabins each have two single berths and share 1 bathroom. On the main deck we find the four Deluxe cabins, each with three single berths. These cabins can also be booked by 2 people that do not wish to share with a third diver. Each Deluxe cabin has it own air conditioning unit, en suite bathroom and the cabin door opens to spectacular sea views.

Enjoy the air conditioned saloon for watching a movie, playing back your digital images from that day's dives or browse through the extensive library of marine books. There is a very nice cushion relax area, giving you plenty of space to read a book, enjoy the views and chat about the thrilling dives of that day.

The dive deck is spacious with camera tables and rinse tanks making this an ideal boat for photographers. On the main deck all meals are served buffet style, the food is plentiful and diverse, Thai cuisine and International dishes are served, special diets can be catered for. The ice making machine ensures you can enjoy chilled drinks while watching the sun set and the onboard freezers means ice cream can be enjoyed after a hot day in Tropical Thailand or Myanmar.
She has a full complement of safety equipment making her a spacious, safe and diver friendly boat. This vessel was built in 1998 to IMO standards.

This boat makes 4 days/4 nights and 6 days/6 nights cruises to Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock and 9 day cruises to Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock and Burma (Myanmar). And in March there are 3 special trips: 8 days/8 nights diving in the Andaman Islands (India). All other boats going there are much more expensive, these trips are much more affordable.
Nitrox is available.

Departure from Phuket, transfer from Khao Lak or your hotel on Phuket to the boat by minibus. The trips to the Andaman Islands depart from Bort Blair (India).

 
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Technical Specifications

  • 24m (79 feet) L.O.A. and a beam of 6.5m (21 feet).
  • Built in the year 1998.
  • 2 Nissan engines, 230 HP each.
  • 8 knots cruising speed.
  • 2 generators, 30 Kw each.
  • Electricity 220 V in all cabins, 24 hours a day.
  • 2 Deluxe cabins on main deck, triple or twin share, with A/C, fan, en-suite facilities and lovely view.
  • 2 Deluxe cabins on main deck with one double bed and one bunk bed, so double or triple share, with A/C, fan, en-suite facilities and lovely view.
  • 2 Standard cabins, twin share, with A/C, fan, shared en-suite facilities and large panoramic window.
  • 2 L&W compressors.
  • Zodiac with 30 HP outboard engine.
  • Safety equipment, medic first aid and oxygen system.
  • All modern navigation equipment including GPS (2x).
  • CD video, DVD & music system on top deck.
  • Comfortable sofas with real cushions.
  • 2 Watermakers, which means the guests can have a shower whenever they want.
  • Massage on board.
  • Nice big sundeck.
  • Nitrox on board.
 

Safety

  • This vessel meets IMO standards.
  • Satellite telephone.
  • Mobile telephone.
  • 2x Radar.
  • 2x CB Radio, 24h contact with NAVY.
  • 2x echo finder.
  • O2 tank + O2 instructor provider on board.
  • MFA Kit + MFA instructor on board.
  • 1 Life Raft + Life Jackets.
  • Emergency Kit.
  • Evacuation emergency facility with helicopter & ambulance.
  • Direct access to the Chamber of Phuket.
  • Fire extinguisher system.
  • closed circuit television.
 

Crew

  • 1 captain.
  • 1 cook.
  • 1 engineer.
  • 1 deck hand.
  • 1 hostess.
  • 1 cruide director.
  • 1 tourleader.
  • 1 divemaster.

Price (Per Person in Thai Baht):

4d/4n Similans/Richelieu Rock
Similans/Koh Bon/Tachai/Richelieu Rock
  31,200 Baht (standard)
30,400 Baht (Deluxe triple share)
35,200 baht (Deluxe twin share)
35,200 baht (Deluxe double)
6d/6n Similans/Richelieu Rock
Similans/Koh Bon/Tachai/Richelieu Rock
  46,800 Baht (standard)
45,600 Baht (Deluxe triple share)
52,800 baht (Deluxe twin share)
52,800 baht (Deluxe double)
9d/9n Burma/Richelieu Rock
Similans/Koh Bon/Koh Tachai/Richelieu Rock/ Rockies/Burma Banks
  74,700 Baht (standard)
72,900 Baht (Deluxe triple share)
83,700 Baht (Deluxe twin share)
83,700 Baht (Deluxe double)
8d/8n Andaman Islands (India)   74,400 Baht (standard)
72,800 Baht (Deluxe triple share)
84,400 baht (Deluxe twin share)
84,400 baht (Deluxe double)
Equipment   Full set 600 Baht per day
Similan National Park Fees   4 days / 4 nights: 1,600 Baht
9 days / 9 nights: 1,600 Baht
Burma Entrance Fee   200 US$
Nitrox   250 Baht per tank
Early bird discount   10% discount if paid on booking
 

Schedule:

  Departure: Return:  Dives:  Days/Nights: Destination:
 
  November 2010
  02/11/10 06/11/10 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  07/11/10 11/11/10 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  12/11/10 16/11/10 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  17/11/10 21/11/10 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  22/11/10 26/11/10 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  27/11/10 06/11/10 31 9/9 Burma/Richelieu Rock
  December 2010
  07/12/10 11/12/10 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  12/12/10 16/12/10 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  17/12/10 21/12/10 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  22/12/10 28/12/10 22 6/6 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  29/12/10 04/01/11 22 6/6 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  January 2011
  05/01/11 09/01/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  10/01/11 14/01/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  15/01/11 19/01/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  20/01/11 29/01/11 31 9/9 Burma/Richelieu Rock
  30/01/11 03/02/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  February 2011
  04/02/11 08/02/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  09/02/11 13/02/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  14/02/11 23/02/11 31 9/9 Burma/Richelieu Rock
  24/02/11 28/02/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  March 2011
  01/03/11 05/03/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  11/03/11 19/03/11 30 8/8 Andaman Islands (India)
  20/03/11 28/03/11 30 8/8 Andaman Islands (India)
  29/03/11 06/04/11 30 8/8 Andaman Islands (India)
  April 2011
  10/04/11 14/04/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  15/04/11 19/04/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  20/04/11 24/04/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  25/04/11 29/04/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
  30/04/11 04/05/11 14 4/4 Similans/Richelieu Rock
 

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