Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Outstanding, such a hard-working crew, exceptionally high standards! I cannot recommend the Phinisi as a liveaboard experience more enough - this was the most incredible and professional liveaboard I have been on. From the safety briefings, to the dive sites, to the food, the onboard pharmacy, the aesthetic of the wooden boat (with functional sails…!) it was all amazing. The crew are incredibly friendly, professional and fun - the boat is so spacious with lots of areas to hang out and have space from other members, and the cabins are all air conditioned with en suites and so comfortable! The diving was beautiful with Richieu Rock being a stand out dive site - highly recommend taking the crews advice and getting up early as the site can become crowded with lots of divers - but it is so worth it. We didn’t have as many big fish i.e. mantas, whale sharks but we went early November which is slightly out of season - and sadly the water was very warm (the bigger fish liking cooler water). All in all an absolutely outstanding experience with the crew making the effort to put the sails up on our last day which was so special - and it truly is the most beautiful boat on the Andaman Sea!”
Recommended for: The safety and assurances of the boat and professionalism of the crew.. The incredible food!. The onboard pharmacy.
Customer Review By Zara W, from: United Kingdom scored the Thailand Master 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 85 reviews and information click here: Thailand Master .
Is The Thailand Master Right For You?
⚡ Quick Facts
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✓ Best For:
- ✓Intermediate divers looking to build experience
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Those who enjoy traditional sailing vessels
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ Not Ideal For:
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
- ✗Divers seeking extreme or technical diving challenges
🎯 Perfect If You Want...
- •Similan Islands diving
- •Whale shark encounters at Richelieu Rock
- •Manta ray cleaning stations
- •Budget-friendly Southeast Asian diving
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
On reviewing the Thailand Master liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features, as it has 6 of 10 key boat features (see below).
The Thailand Master liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings. In addition, it provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings.
What’s more, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
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- Dedicated crew
- Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- Smart Voyager accreditation
- WIFI Internet
Boat FAQs for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is the Thailand Master Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Thailand Master Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Thailand Master liveaboard provides deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but no beach towels are provided. Click Beach Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard can arrange local flights at an additional cost to the trip.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include national park fees.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard is not currently available for private charter, as this trip is usually sold by the cabin rather than as a full-boat charter, so it works best for individual divers, couples, and small groups booking separate cabins; if you need a liveaboard you can reserve exclusively for your group, click liveaboards available for private charter to find boats that are available for private charter.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Thailand’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
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SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
On reviewing the Thailand Master Liveaboard, it scores 30% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features, as it has 3 of 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Thailand Master Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable between dives and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes cabin towels, which adds extra comfort to your stay.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
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Cabin FAQs for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Thailand Master Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Thailand Master Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Thailand Master Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Thailand Master Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Thailand Master Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- Complimentary toiletries are not provided on the Thailand Master Liveaboard. If you would like a liveaboard that provides toiletries, click Complimentary toiletries.
- The Thailand Master Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
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The Thailand Master Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 2 Double/Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 1 Double + 1 single cabin with an ensuite bathroom
- 2 Quad cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 2 Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
On reviewing the Thailand Master Liveaboard, it scores 70% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features, as it has 7 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Thailand Master Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. In addition, Photographers are looked after, with a camera station and a separate rinse for underwater cameras. What’s more, DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Thailand Master Liveaboard.
Rebreather support is listed for the Thailand Master Liveaboard, just confirm sorb, oxygen and bailout in advance. You’ll also find Rinse hoses are provided to wash down gear after the dive. Also, Nitrox is available onboard as a paid extra, so you can choose to dive with nitrox on the dives that matter most. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
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Diving FAQs for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Thailand Master Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Thailand Master Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Thailand Master Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Thailand Master Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Thailand Master Liveaboard
The Thailand Master Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 10 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Thailand Master liveaboard are currently: 5 Days/4 Nights, 7 Days/6 Nights, 11 Days/10 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard offers a private dive guide, which is an optional extra charge. Click Private dive guide to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, a private dive guide.
- The Thailand Master liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, and in particular a nitrox course, which are an optional extra charge. Click Scuba diving courses or Nitrox course to find other liveaboards that offer scuba courses onboard.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
On reviewing the Thailand Master liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features, as it has 6 of 10 total food & dining features (see below).
The Thailand Master Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian choices on the menu. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard.
What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
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- Al fresco dining
- Dietary requirements
- Full-board option (Free)
- Local food
- Vegetarian options
- Western food
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- Beach BBQ
- Fine cuisine
- Snacks all day
- Vegan options
Dining FAQs for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Thailand Master Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Drinks & Refreshments for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
On reviewing the Thailand Master Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Drinks & Refreshment Features, as it has 6 of 10 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Thailand Master Liveaboard has beer and wine available to purchase. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, and tea & coffee in the trip price.
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- Alcoholic beverages (Paid extra)
- Beer available
- Drinking water (Free)
- Soft drinks (Free)
- Tea & coffee (Free)
- Wine available
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- Bar
- Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
- Free wine w/dinner
- Welcome cocktails
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Non-Diver Companion Rating for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
On reviewing the Thailand Master liveaboard, it scores 20% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 2 of 10 total non-diver companion features (see below).
there is a small library on the Thailand Master liveaboard with fish ID books and light reading. You will often find titles left by previous guests, too.
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- Included Library
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
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- Not included Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Snorkel gear
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Wellness facilities
Other Activities FAQs for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is the Thailand Master Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
On reviewing the Thailand Master liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 3 of 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Thailand Master liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, helping to keep salt, sand and defog from dive gear away from your delicate housings and ports.
What’s more, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive.
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Underwater photographer FAQs for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Does the Thailand Master Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Thailand Master Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
On reviewing the Thailand Master liveaboard, it scores 33% on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 1 of 3 key technical diving features (see below).
If you dive rebreather, the Thailand Master provides support, but it’s worth confirming in advance which rebreathers are supported and whether oxygen fills, sorb availability, and bailout requirements are in place, because this can vary by region and itinerary.
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Tech diving FAQs for the Thailand Master Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Thailand Master Liveaboard?
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Thailand Master Included in the Price
When you book the Thailand Master dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Thailand. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Thailand Master liveaboard fare.
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- Included Airport transfer
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Land excursions
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
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- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Thailand Master Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Thailand Master charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Thailand.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
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- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Gratuities
- Included Local flights
- Included Nitrox
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
Thailand Master Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Thailand Master dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Thailand.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
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- Included National park fees
Thailand Master Vessel Details
- Length: 34.0m (111.5ft)
- Beam: 8.0m (26.2ft)
- Max guests: 18
- Cabins: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
Thailand Master Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Thailand Master Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Thailand Master Liveaboard. Thailand Master Liveaboard scores 47% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 8 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
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The thailand master boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Thailand Master Liveaboard:
- Not included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Not included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Not included Emergency Flares
- Not included Engine room CCTV
- Not included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Not included Fishfinder
- Not included GPS
- Not included Radar
- Not included Search light