Curated expedition Premium Beach Resort 26 Dec 2026 – 2 Jan 2027 7 nights Beginner-friendly 20 slots
About this expedition
See in the new year diving the limestone reefs of the Andaman Sea. Running 8 days (26 Dec 2026 – 2 Jan 2027), it’s built for beginner-friendly-level divers. You’ll need your Open Water and around 4 logged dives. We hold 20 slots for the iDive group, and the trip is confirmed the moment 15 divers reserve.
Your dive trip host
Amitabh Gautam
Founder · SSI Advanced Adventurer · 200+ dives
Amitabh leads iDive's curated expeditions. A former television journalist of 25+ years, he traded the newsroom for the Arabian Sea in 2016 and founded iDive on small classes, certified instructors and real safety standards. He'll be your point of contact before, during and after the trip.
SSI & PADI affiliated Small groups Based in Goa, India
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 1Arrive PhuketResort check-in, welcome dinner and dive briefing.
Day 2Local reef refresherTwo warm-up dives close to Phuket to shake off the rust.
Day 3Phi Phi IslandsDay boat to Phi Phi, Bida Nok, Bida Nai and turtle reefs.
Day 4Shark Point & Anemone ReefLeopard sharks, soft corals and schooling fish.
Day 5Racha IslandsClear-water reefs ideal for relaxed diving and photography.
Day 6Free festive dayOptional dives or beach + New Year celebrations.
Day 7De-gas daySnorkel, spa or explore, no diving before flying.
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.
Getting there & staying
Your diving, meals and in-trip transfers are sorted by iDive. Here’s how to handle flights and any pre/post-trip nights around Phuket & Phi Phi, Thailand.
Getting there
Fly into Phuket (HKT) · 4-5 hours from India.
Where to stay
Hotels and stays near the dive sites, compare rates and book direct.
Yes. The reefs here are warm, calm and shallow, so the trip builds confidence for newer Open Water divers rather than testing it.
When's the last dive before flying?
The day before the return flight is a no-dive de-gas day, which keeps you inside safe no-fly times.
Is this a party trip?
The base is festive over New Year, but the diving comes first. Celebrations are optional, and never the morning before a dive.
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Not sure if you're ready for Phuket & Phi Phi Reef Escape, or want to bring a group? Talk to a iDive dive pro, we'll be straight with you about whether this trip is the right fit.
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Phuket & Phi Phi Reef Escape · Dec 2026
20% reservation hold
₹22,000
Trip total / person
₹1,10,000
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You're on the list for Phuket & Phi Phi Reef Escape. We'll message you on WhatsApp within 24 hours to verify your certification and confirm next steps. No payment has been taken.
This expedition needs Open Water and around 4 logged dives. Not there yet? Book a course or a few fun dives with iDive in Goa to qualify, then come back and grab your slot.
