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Golden Dolphin I Liveaboard

The M/Y Golden Dolphin I, the pioneering vessel of the Golden Dolphin Safari World. This liveaboard comfortably hosts up to 20 guests in 10 well-appointed cabins, each featuring air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a minibar. The vessel’s heart is its spacious, air-conditioned dining and salon area.

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from $163

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Vessel specifications

Built
2003
Renovated
2014
Length
36 m
Beam
7 m
Cruising speed
10 kn
Top speed
10 kn
Max guests
20
Cabins
10
Bathrooms
10
Tenders
2
Engines
2 X 650 HP Cummins K 19, New In 2014
Water
4

Gear rental

Equipment available for rent on board. Prices per week unless otherwise stated.

BCD
35 EUR per week
Regulator
35 EUR per week
Dive computer
35 EUR per week
Dive light
35 EUR per week
Fins
15 EUR per week
Full equipment
135 EUR per week
Nitrox tank
Included
Tanks
30 EUR per week
Wetsuit
35 EUR per week

The flagship vessel of the Golden Dolphin Safari World fleet. Since its inception in 2003, this exquisite yacht has been the epitome of diver-centric design, boasting a spacious dive deck with an expansive platform that beckons the most discerning underwater explorers.

The M/Y GOLDEN DOLPHIN is an intimate haven, accommodating up to 20 guests within its 10 well-appointed cabins. Each cabin is a sanctuary of comfort, featuring state-of-the-art air conditioning, a private bathroom for your convenience, and a minibar to satisfy your cravings at any hour.

The heart of the vessel is the generous dining and salon area, where guests can indulge in culinary delights in a space that’s both air-conditioned and equipped with entertainment essentials like TV, video, DVD, and stereo systems. It’s more than just a dining room; it’s a place where memories are made and shared.

Above deck, two expansive sun decks offer a tranquil escape, inviting you to unwind in a cozy family atmosphere that feels like home. Here, under the open sky, you can revel in the warmth of the sun or the cool evening breeze, all while surrounded by the serene beauty of the sea.

Upcoming departures

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Cabins

2 cabin types on this vessel.

  • Twin Bed Cabin

    Twin Bed Cabin

    • 2 Single
    • · up to 2 guests
    • · en-suite
    • · Aircon with control in room
    • · 8 of this type on board

    Twin cabins on the lower deck, air-con, minibar, private bathroom.

  • Double Bed Cabin

    Double Bed Cabin

    • Double
    • · up to 2 guests
    • · en-suite
    • · Aircon with control in room
    • · 2 of this type on board

    Double bed cabin upper deck, air-con, minibar, private bathroom.

On board

What you get when you sail her — amenities, crew, food, safety.

Amenities

  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Aircon Cabins
  • Audio & video entertainment
  • Free Internet
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Warm Water Showers
  • En-Suite bathrooms
  • Charging stations
  • Seaview Cabins

Activities

  • Camera Station

Common Areas

  • Leisure Deck
  • Air Conditioned saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Bar

Crew

  • Dedicated Local Crew
  • Crew Speaks English and German

Diving

  • Boat available for charter?
  • Separate rinse for u/w camera
  • Custom built for diving
  • DIN Adaptors
  • Rinse hoses
  • Dive deck
  • Free Nitrox
  • Nitrox available
  • Rebreather Support
  • Sidemount Diving
  • Tenders for diving

Meals

  • Buffet style
  • Vegan Options
  • Fine Cuisine
  • Snacks All Day
  • Local Food
  • Western Food
  • Vegetarian options

Drinks

  • Beer Available
  • Fine Wines Selection
  • Wine Available
  • Free Soft Drinks

Navigation & safety

  • Radar
  • GPS
  • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
  • E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
  • Emergency Rafts
  • Life Vests
  • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
  • Oxygen First Aid Kits
  • Fishfinder
  • Satellite & mobile phones
  • Search light
  • Crew trained in first aid
  • Smoke Detectors

What's included, required & optional

Included in the price

  • VAT
  • Drinking Water
  • Soft Drinks
  • Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals)
  • Snacks
  • Diving Package
  • Cabin Towels
  • Toiletries
  • Visas and Fees
  • Airport Transfer
  • Hotel Transfer
  • WiFi internet
  • Tea & Coffee
  • Welcome Cocktails

Required at the boat

  • !Port and Fuel Fees (275-350 EUR)
  • !Park

Optional add-ons

  • +Gratuities
  • +Rental Gear
  • +Alcoholic Beverages
  • +Nitrox Course (150 EUR)
  • +Private Dive Guide
  • +Scuba Diving Courses (120-265 EUR)
  • +Snorkel Gear

Cancellation policy

  • Until 70th Day before travel start = 15% of Travel expenses
  • From 69th till 56th Day before travel start = 20% of Travel expenses
  • From 55th till 30th Day before travel start = 30% of Travel expenses
  • From 29st till 15th Day before travel start = 75% of Travel expenses
  • 14 Days before travel start = 95% of Travel expenses

Deposit & payment terms

We require a 20% down payment upon booking to be paid latest 30 days after receiving the Invoice. Reservation is from our side
confirmed only after down payment transfer is confirmed. The remaining amount has to be transferred at least 2 weeks before the beginning of the trip. These are standard procedures and are not negotiable.