MV Giamani Overview
MV Giamani finds a wonderful balance between boat size, passenger numbers, and itineraries. She is 24 metres long, which is about average for such vessels, and was purpose-built in 1998. But with just ten passengers on board for any cruise, each trip is guaranteed to be sociable and offer space and comfort for those who want to enjoy a diving holiday at Thailand’s best diving sites. The Thai crew and foreign dive team are all extremely experienced in taking customers diving in the Andaman Sea.
In recent seasons Giamani offered 2D/2N trips to the southern Andaman, followed by 4D/4N trips to the Northern Andaman. But from November 2024, most trips will be 4D4N to Similans & Richelieu, with a few 7D/7N trips. The 4D/4N trips offer dives at all the best dive sites, and the week-long trips have up to 24 dives all at exciting and colourful dive sites in the Northern Andaman, with a full day at Richelieu Rock, two full days at Koh Bon & Koh Tachai, and two full days at the Similans.
Giamani has recently undergone two renovations. In 2013, four deluxe cabins, all with air-conditioning and en suite bathrooms were created for the main deck. They have a double bed and an additional single bunk, enabling guests to choose to sleep together or apart. Mini fridges, and doors opening out to wonderful sea views add to the luxurious feel. In addition, the upper deck now just has one master cabin, which is the pride of the ship. Great views and convenient location add to the luxuries such as en suite, sofa, mini fridge and air conditioning.
Although most diving on Giamani is recreational scuba diving on air or Nitrox, there are also options for tech diving, including rebreather. The boat was originally built for more than twenty diving guests, but now just accommodates ten. Therefore, there is plenty of space on the large dive platform for the extra equipment necessary for tech diving.
MV Giamani’s crew have worked on the boat for long enough to appreciate what international holidaymakers want and need. From helping them with the equipment, diving, or other activities to serving the best food available for miles, they spoil each customer and soon know each by name. While safety always comes first, passengers can still relax and have fun on Giamani, made easier by such small groups of divers.
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MV Giamani Facilities, Layout & Specifications
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| Main Deck | Upper deck | ||
| 1: | Deluxe en-suite cabin | 1: | Dining area |
| 2: | Deluxe en-suite cabin | 2: | Saloon |
| 3: | Deluxe en-suite cabin | 3: | En-suite bathroom for Master Cabin |
| 4: | Deluxe en-suite cabin | 4: | Wheelhouse |
| 5: | Kitchen / bar | 5: | Master Cabin double bed |
| 6: | Diving platform | 6: | Sofa / Bed |
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| MV Giamani Specifications | |
| Built. | 1998. refitted in 2014 |
| Length. | 24m. |
| Beam. | 6.5m. |
| Draft. | 2m. |
| Material. | Steel. |
| Tonage. | 62 Tons. |
| Engines. | 2x NISSAN 230hp. |
| Max Speed. | 12 knots. |
| Crusing Speed. | 9 knots |
| Range. | 3000 miles. |
| Generators. | Two generators, each with 30kw. |
| Electricity. | All cabins complete with 220v of Electricity 24 hours a day. |
| Compressors. | Two L&W compressors. |
| Nitrox. | NITROX system onboard. |
| Dingies. | Large inflatable dingy with an outboard of 30 bhp. |
| Navigation. | Fitted with modern navigation equipment. |
| First aid. | Fully equipment medic first aid and oxygen system. |
| Water Capacity. | Water capacity: 10,000 litres. |
| Water Makers | Water makers 2x 4000 litres per day. |
| Entertainment | Library CD / VCD Music system with music selection, DVD Player with a library of films. |
MV Giamani Courses
SSI, RAID & PADI 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.
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SSI:
Nitrox Course
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6,500
THB
(5950 THB)
pre-booked & paid
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SSI:
Advanced Course
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7,000
THB
(6400 THB)
pre-booked & paid
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PADI:
Nitrox Course
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8,000
THB
(7400 THB)
pre-booked & paid
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PADI:
Advanced Course
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8,500
THB
(7750 THB)
pre-booked & paid
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**Other courses are usually available on request. Please contact us for details.**
MV Giamani Itinerary
From November 2024 the new standard itinerary for Giamani is 4D / 4N and up to 14 dives at Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai & Richelieu Rock.
There are a few week-long trips, which spend more time at the better dive sites, plus a day at Surin Islands.
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 Giamani Transfer Details
Scheduled transfers are available from around Phuket and Khao Lak for a nominal fee.
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MV Giamani Scheduled Transfers 2D / 2N, 4D / 4N, 6D / 6N Trips
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| 16:00 - 19:00 | Pick up from Phuket : 300 THB |
| 20:00 | Departure ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | Drop off to Phuket : 300 THB |
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 Giamani Schedule & Prices
| Destinations | Duration | Deluxe | Master |
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| Similan | 5D / 5N | ||
| Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock ( 14 dives) | 4D / 4N | Deluxe 69,000 THB | Master 79,000 THB |
| Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Surin Islands ( 24 dives) | 7D / 7N | Deluxe 122,500 THB | Master 140,000 THB |
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- 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 process for MV Giamani is very simple & convenient. Firstly, ask us to reserve a space in your chosen cabin on your preferred dates. This is comittment free. When you are ready to confirm, we ask for 30% of the cruise price as a deposit. This payment is most-commonly made via PayPal, and there are no fees hidden banking fees. You don't even need a Paypal account, although PayPal do encourage you to open one. The PayPal invoice can be sent to any email address and payment can be made by anyone. Nowadays, most of our guests choose to pay through a local direct bank transfer in a choice of currencies, including USD, EUR, GBP, THB, AUD & NZD. This gives you the very best exchange rate and there are no fees. This is possible because we have bank accounts in each of those territories.
The 70% balance is due 45 days before departure.
Extras, such as national marine park fees and maybe equipment hire or other items, can be paid when you arrive in or on board the boat. Card payments attract bank fees, normally 3-4%. Extras such as park fees, courses, and equipment hire are usually paid on arrival.
Cancellation policy:
The official cancellation policy is as follows:
45+ days before departure = 25% of the cruise price forfeited
1-44 days before departure = 85% of the cruise price forfeited
Most travel insurance policies can protect you from unforeseen cancellation penalties.
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