About this expedition
Ring in the new year over the limestone reefs of the Andaman Sea.
Why this expedition
Phi Phi Islands & Bida Nok day boats
Leopard sharks and turtles on easy reefs
King Cruiser wreck (conditions permitting)
Festive beach base in Phuket
Warm, calm December diving
Day by day
- Day 1
Arrive PhuketResort check-in, welcome dinner and dive briefing.
- Day 2
Local reef refresherTwo warm-up dives close to Phuket to shake off the rust.
- Day 3
Phi Phi IslandsDay boat to Phi Phi — Bida Nok, Bida Nai and turtle reefs.
- Day 4
Shark Point & Anemone ReefLeopard sharks, soft corals and schooling fish.
- Day 5
Racha IslandsClear-water reefs ideal for relaxed diving and photography.
- Day 6
Free festive dayOptional dives or beach + New Year celebrations.
- Day 7
De-gas daySnorkel, spa or explore — no diving before flying.
Who this trip is for
ExperienceMinimum 4 logged dives
Come preparedMinimum 4 logged dives post-certification · Great for entry-level leisure divers · No-fly buffer built in before the return flight
We verify every diver’s certification before confirming a slot — it keeps the group safe and the diving relaxed. Not quite there yet?
Level up with a course and join a future expedition.
What's included
Included
- ✓ 7 nights beach resort
- ✓ 8 boat dives
- ✓ Tanks, weights & guide
- ✓ Daily breakfast
- ✓ Phuket airport transfers
- ✓ iDive trip host
Payable / not included
- + International flights
- + Thailand visa (if applicable)
- + Lunches & dinners
- + Equipment rental
- + National-park fees
- + Travel & dive insurance
Good to know
Only 4 dives logged — is that enough?
Yes. The Andaman Sea reefs here are warm, calm and shallow, making this a great confidence-builder for newer Open Water divers.
When's the last dive before flying?
We schedule a no-dive de-gas day before the return flight so you respect safe no-fly times.
Is this a party trip?
It's a festive base over New Year, but the focus is diving. Celebrations are optional and never the morning before a dive.
