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MV Giamani is a purpose-built diving liveaboard that has a greta reputation for luxury, great service, and a wde range of wonderful diving trips in Thailand. Although not the largest of luxury Similan liveaboard boats, MV Giamani has a huge appeal and for very good reason. There are just five cabins on board, and each is extremely well equipped with en suite bathroom. The passenger limit is just ten lucky guests, and they enjoy the sociable and friendly atmosphere aboard, along with excellent service from the staff & crew.
There are four deluxe cabins on the boat’s main deck. Each has a double and a single bed, making them ideal for couples as well as travelling friends. Even solo travelers can join the trips. On the upper deck, there is the new master cabin, which has a sofa, mini bar and unbeatable views of Thailand’s Andaman Sea. Luxury does not need to be on a huge boat, with twenty or more other guests. It can be enjoyed on a mid-size diving liveaboard, and at a reasonable price.
Another reason to choose MV Giamani for your diving cruise in Thailand is that trips alternate between The Similan Islands & Richelieu Rock (4D/4N), and Hin Daeng, Koh Haa & Koh Phi Phi (2D/2N). In fact, instead of choosing between these two wonderful options, many guests join both, and stay on board for nearly a whole week.
Facilities on MV Giamani are all up to date and there to ensure that everyone enjoys a great time, in safety & comfort. There are instructors on board to help and teach lower level divers, and there is Nitrox and other features for more experienced divers to fully enjoy the best diving opportunities in Thailand. This includes technical diving and rebreather facilities. Finally, unlike most other Similan Islands liveaboard diving boats which transfer guests 100km by road to Tab Lamu Pier in Khao Lak, MV Giamani departs from Phuket’s Chalong Pier, this means that guests get to enjoy more time on board, sailing around Thailand’s crystal-clear tropical waters, rather than stuck in a hot minivan.
MV Giamani Prices & Schedule
Schedule & Prices 2017 / 2018 | |||
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| August 2017 | |||
| Departure | Return | Trip Information | Diver Prices |
| 22 Aug 2017 | 23 Aug 2017 | Duration: 2 Days / 1 Nights Number of dives: 7 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Tue at 8:00 AM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Wed at 5:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 388
USD
Master Cabin : 418
USD
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| 25 Aug 2017 | 28 Aug 2017 | Duration: 2 Days / 3 Nights Number of dives: 8 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Fri at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Mon at 8:00 AM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 662
USD
Master Cabin : 753
USD
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| October 2017 | |||
| Departure | Return | Trip Information | Diver Prices |
| 03 Oct 2017 | 05 Oct 2017 | Duration: 2 Days / 2 Nights Number of dives: 7 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Tue at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Thu at 4:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 527
USD
Master Cabin : 587
USD
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| 06 Oct 2017 | 09 Oct 2017 | Duration: 2 Days / 3 Nights Number of dives: 8 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Fri at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Mon at 8:00 AM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 662
USD
Master Cabin : 753
USD
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| 10 Oct 2017 | 12 Oct 2017 | Duration: 2 Days / 2 Nights Number of dives: 7 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Tue at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Thu at 4:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 527
USD
Master Cabin : 587
USD
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| 13 Oct 2017 | 15 Oct 2017 | Duration: 2 Days / 2 Nights Number of dives: 7 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Fri at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Sun at 4:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 527
USD
Master Cabin : 587
USD
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| 15 Oct 2017 | 19 Oct 2017 | Destinations: Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, Sea Chart Wreck, Naiyak Wreck, ( Show Itinerary) Duration: 4 Days / 4 Nights Number of dives: 14 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Sun at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Thu at 6:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 1,324
USD
Master Cabin : 1,505
USD
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| 20 Oct 2017 | 22 Oct 2017 | Destinations: Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Koh Phi Phi, Shark Point, Koh Doc Mai, ( Show Itinerary) Duration: 2 Days / 2 Nights Number of dives: 7 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Fri at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Sun at 4:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 662
USD
Master Cabin : 753
USD
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| 20 Oct 2017 | 26 Oct 2017 | Destinations: Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Koh Phi Phi, Shark Point, Koh Doc Mai, Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, Sea Chart Wreck, Naiyak Wreck, ( Show Itinerary) Duration: 6 Days / 6 Nights Number of dives: 21 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Fri at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Thu at 6:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 1,987
USD
Master Cabin : Full |
| 22 Oct 2017 | 26 Oct 2017 | Destinations: Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, Sea Chart Wreck, Naiyak Wreck, ( Show Itinerary) Duration: 4 Days / 4 Nights Number of dives: 14 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Sun at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Thu at 6:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 1,324
USD
Master Cabin : Full |
| 27 Oct 2017 | 29 Oct 2017 | Destinations: Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Koh Phi Phi, Shark Point, Koh Doc Mai, ( Show Itinerary) Duration: 2 Days / 2 Nights Number of dives: 7 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Fri at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Sun at 4:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 662
USD
Master Cabin : 753
USD
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| 27 Oct 2017 | 02 Nov 2017 | Destinations: Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Koh Phi Phi, Shark Point, Koh Doc Mai, Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, Sea Chart Wreck, Naiyak Wreck, ( Show Itinerary) Duration: 6 Days / 6 Nights Number of dives: 21 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Fri at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Thu at 6:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 1,987
USD
Master Cabin : 2,258
USD
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| 29 Oct 2017 | 02 Nov 2017 | Destinations: Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, Sea Chart Wreck, Naiyak Wreck, ( Show Itinerary) Duration: 4 Days / 4 Nights Number of dives: 14 Departs: Chalong Pier, Phuket , Sun at 8:00 PM Returns to: Chalong Pier, Phuket, Thu at 6:00 PM | Duluxe Double / Twin : 1,324
USD
Master Cabin : 1,505
USD
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MV Giamani Itinerary
MV Giamani has several itineraries, so please choose carefully from the list below to match your chosen trip.
Most trips sail in the evening from Phuket's Chalong Pier, but some trips leave earlier or from Khao Lak's Tab Lamu Pier.
Guests who combine 2D2N (south) with 4D4N (Similan) trips can stay on board or spend a few hours in Phuket while the boat is restocked with provisions.
The itineraries below are the most-common for each trip, but these can sometimes be changed for a number of reasons. Small changes are made due to weather & sea conditions, special marine life sightings, overcrowded dive sites, local-authorities' instructions, and the needs & requests of the paying guests. The safety & comfort of all guests is most important at all times.
| Itinerary Name (click the itinerary name to open) | Days / Nights | Number of dives |
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| Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Koh Phi Phi, Shark Point, Koh Doc Mai | 2 Days / 2 Nights | 7 dives |
| Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, Sea Chart Wreck, Naiyak Wreck | 4 Days / 4 Nights | 14 dives |
| Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Koh Phi Phi, Shark Point, Koh Doc Mai, Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, Sea Chart Wreck, Naiyak Wreck | 6 Days / 6 Nights | 21 dives |
| Shark Cave, Black Rock, Western Rocky, Fan Forest, Northern Rocky, Similan Islands | 6 Days / 6 Nights | 19 dives |
| Racha Noi, Koh Phi Phi | 2 Days / 2 Nights | 8 dives |
| Koh Phi Phi | 2 Days / 2 Nights | 7 dives |
MV Giamani Facilities, Layout & Specification
| MV Giamani Layout | |||
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| Main Deck | Upper deck | ||
| 1: | Deluxe en suite cabin (twin / double) | 1: | Dining area |
| 2: | Deluxe en suite cabin (twin / double) | 2: | Saloon |
| 3: | Deluxe en suite cabin (twin / double) | 3: | En suite bathroom for Master Cabin |
| 4: | Deluxe en suite cabin (twin / double) | 4: | Wheelhouse |
| 5: | Kitchen / Bar | 5: | Master Cabin's double bed |
| 6: | Diving platform | 6: | Sofa / Bed |
| 7: | |||
| MV Giamani Specifications | |
| Built. | 1998. (recent total refurbishment) |
| Length. | 24 metres. |
| Beam. | 6.5 metres. |
| Draft. | 2 metres. |
| Material. | Steel. |
| Tonage. | 62 Tons. |
| Engines. | 2x NISSAN engines each with 230 HP. |
| Max Speed. | 12 knots. |
| Crusing Speed. | 9 knots |
| Range. | 3000 miles. |
| Generators. | 2x 30kw generators. |
| Electricity. | All cabins complete with 220v of Electricity 24 hours per day. |
| Compressors. | 2x L&W compressors. |
| Nitrox. | Nitrox blending system onboard. |
| Dingies. | Large inflatable dingy with 30 bhp outboard motor. |
| Navigation. | Modern navigation equipment. |
| First aid. | Full equipment medic first aid and oxygen system. |
| Water Capacity. | Water capacity: 10,000 Litres. |
| Water Makers | Water makers 2x 4000 liters per day. |
| Entertainment | Library, A/V system with music selection, DVD Player with a library of films. |
MV Giamani Courses
Scuba diving courses aboard MV Giamani can be booked and paid for before or during the liveaboard cruise. The advantage of booking in advance is that for regular courses, there is a discount and for less requested courses, the tour leader can plan the correct materials, instructor, equipment and even plan the trip accordingly. However, some people decide to take part in a course after boarding MV Giamani, and this is no problem in most cases. If there is a diving course that you are interested which is not listed below, please contact us for pricing and avaialability. With enough notice, almost anything is possible.
| Courses | |
|---|---|
| Courses | prices |
SSI: Nitrox Course | 196 USD (179.095 USD pre-booked & paid) |
SSI: Advanced Course | 211 USD (192.64 USD pre-booked & paid) |
PADI: Nitrox Course | 241 USD (222.74 USD pre-booked & paid) |
PADI: Advanced Course | 256 USD (233.275 USD pre-booked & paid) |
**Other courses are usually available on request. Please contact for details.**
MV Giamani Transfer Details
There are free scheduled transfers from certain hotels and resorts in Phuket. For those outside of the pick up zone/time we can help to arrange safe, honest and competitively-priced private taxis to Chalong Pier, Phuket.
MV Giamani Scheduled transfers 2D / 2N, 4D / 4N, 6D / 6N trips | |
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| 16:00 - 19:00 | Pick up from Phuket : 9 USD |
| 20:00 | Departure ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | Drop off to Phuket : 9 USD |
MV Giamani Scheduled transfers 6D / 6N trips | |
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| 12:00 - 17:00 | Pick up from Phuket : Free |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
| 20:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | Drop off to Phuket : Free |
MV Giamani Scheduled transfers 2D / 3N trips | |
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| 16:00 - 19:00 | Pick up from Phuket : 9 USD |
| 20:00 | Departure ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 07:00 - 08:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 08:00 - 09:00 | Drop off to Phuket : 9 USD |
MV Giamani Scheduled transfers 2D / 1N trips | |
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| 07:00 - 08:00 | Pick up from Phuket : 9 USD |
| 08:30 | Departure ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 17:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 17.30 - 18:30 | Drop off to Phuket : 9 USD |
Guests who are unable to meet the scheduled pick ups or would like private transportion are welcome to contact us to arrange a private taxi at the most competitive rates.
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