MV Gentle Giant Overview

Since a recent full renovation, Gentle Giant now has just 10 cabins, each accommodating no more than two guests in comfort. All of the cabins have a private en suite bathroom, window, door that opens out onto the deck, air conditioning and a mini safe/security box. There are also several areas where you can relax on board, alone or with others. These include the sundeck, dining area and saloon lounge. The boat is large enough to offer comfort, stability and space to move around. But it’s also small enough to ensure that guests socialise, fuel isn’t wasted and it’s manoeuvrable.
The sundeck is large, and there are several sun loungers and bean bags. You can top up your suntan or enjoy the clear star-filled night sky. The upper deck has the master cabin and two standard cabins. Also on the upper deck is the dining area, where delicious meals are enjoyed and dive briefings held. And let’s not forget the lounge saloon that has air-conditioning, a TV, and sofa. Guests usually use this room for showing photos and videos, but some come in to watch a movie or to just get out of the heat for a bit.
Gentle Giant’s main deck has the large deluxe cabin at the front, and six standard cabins. In the middle of the main deck is the kitchen, where the chefs make delicious food that will ensure you never go hungry. The meals are served buffet style, and vegetarians need not worry about missing out. If you have any other special dietary requirements, just let us know. Soft drinks, tea, coffee & water are all included in the price, and beer is available for competitive rates. At the rear of the main deck is the dive platform. This area is crucial in making a diving liveaboard boat good or bad. A well-designed dive platform gives everyone space, and ensures that immediately before & after each dive the you feel safe and happy. Gentle Giant doesn’t disappoint here!
What makes Gentle Giant even more special is the itinerary. Starting from Phuket in the evening, the boat goes north through the night to the 'North Andaman' which includes, The Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai & Richelieu Rock, then through the fourth night on board, Gentle Giant sails to the 'South Andaman' to offer dives at Koh Haa, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Phi Phi and Phuket's best dive sites. During the low season (July to October) Gentle Giant sails from Chalong pier for three full diving days and two nights on board. This itinerary offers 10 dives at Racha, Phi Phi and Phuket's best dive sites. And this is all made better by the awesome team of international dive staff and local crew. Their service, experience and patience makes every trip more enjoyable.
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MV Gentle Giant Facilities, Layout & Specifications
MV Gentle Giant Courses
A selection of PADI courses is available on MV Gentle Giant, but please book in advance. The most-popular PADI courses are the Advanced (AOW) and Nitrox Enriched Air.
MV Gentle Giant Itinerary
The itineraries for Gentle Giant begins & ends in Phuket. After an evening departure, the first dive is the following morning.
In high season, the diving includes all of Thailand's best dive sites, such as the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Koh Haa, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang & Koh Phi Phi.
In low season it's to Racha Islands, Koh Phi Phi and Phuket's best dive sites.
The detailed itineraries can be viewed below.
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.
MV Gentle Giant Transfer Details
There are free scheduled transfers from most of Phuket available during the hours just before departure. Gentle Giant departs from Chalong Pier.
At the end of your trip, the team will transfer you to a selection of locations around Phuket Island.
MV Gentle Giant Scheduled Transfers 5D / 5N Trips
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17:00 | Pick up from Phuket : Free |
20:00 | Departure ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
17:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
17:30 | Drop off to Phuket : Free |
For customers who would like a private taxi please see below for details.
(Click below for a rough guide to the rates you can expect to pay ‘per vehicle,’ not ‘per person’.)
MV Gentle Giant Schedule & Prices
Destinations | Duration | Standard Twin | Deluxe Double | Master |
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Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Koh Phi Phi, King Cruiser Wreck, Shark Point ( 18 dives) | 5D / 5N | Standard Twin 35,700 THB | Deluxe Double 37,500 THB | Master 39,500 THB |
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Koh Haa, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Phi Phi, King Cruiser Wreck, Shark Point ( 22 dives) | 6D / 6N | Standard Twin 42,000 THB | Deluxe Double 44,000 THB | Master 47,000 THB |
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- Best-price guarantee, AND get FREE gifts.
- We don’t ask for any payment or your card details until you are ready to confirm your booking.
- For safety reasons, it’s impossible to complete a booking instantly online , as some other websites claim to offer. We always check first as each boat has a different criteria regarding diver details & experience .
- We offer each boat’s booking & payment policy (below). Some other websites have standardised terms, asking for full payment but many boats’ payment terms are a 20-30% deposit, and the balance paid on arrival.
- Our Thailand-based staff are experts about logistics, the dive sites & all the boats . Take a look at the reviews on our site & tripadvisor.
- Our team are always online to answer your questions. We always respond the same day , usually within a few minutes
- Customer service is everything!
For example, if a trip is cancelled, we will ensure you can choose between an alternative similar trip or a full & unconditional refund .
The booking policy for Gentle Giant is very simple.
First ask us about availbility of your chosen cabin and trip dates. Then we can block space(s) for you, commitment free and without charge or even your card details.
When you are ready to confirm, we ask for 35% deposit, usually by PayPal but many payment options are possible.
Nowadays, most of our guests choose to pay via a direct domestic bank transfer. This gives the very best exchange rate and there are usually no fees. This is possible because we have bank accounts in USD, EUR, GBP. AUD, NZD & THB.
45 days before departure, we ask for the remaining 65% of the trip price.
Extras such as equipment rental or park fees are paid on board, normally in cash.
If you need to cancel your booking, what you have already paid is forfeited to the owner of the boat but it is possible to transfer your booking to someone else. Also, we will do all we can to resell the space(s) and/or give some refund as compensation. Travel insurance usually covers these situations.
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