Steve ‘Boots’ Boot

General Manager

Steve Boot
Khao Lak - Legends Trip-27
Big Blue Diving MV Blue Dolphin 2301

Steve ‘Boots’ Boot

Stoke on Trent, UK
Advanced Open Water Instructor
Advanced Open Water Instructor

As well as SSI Open Water, Advanced and Stress and Rescue courses, Steve can teach the following dive specialities on our liveaboard:

  • Deep Diving
  • Enriched Air Nitrox
  • Perfect Buoyancy
  • Independent Diver
  • Sidemount
  • React Right (Emergency First Response / Oxygen Provider)
  • Marine Ecology and turtle Ecology

Steve is also a gas blender and one of Big Blue Khao Lak’s Scuba Pro Level 1 & 2 Technicians.

About Steve
Originally from Stoke-on-Trent, England, Steve Boot has been a dedicated part of the Big Blue team since 2015, stepping into the role of trip leader in 2018. His journey to the sea began at age 17, when he left home for Cornwall and later the Isles of Scilly—places that sparked his deep connection with the ocean. Whether on, in, or under the water, it’s where Steve feels most at home. A committed conservationist, he’s passionate about safeguarding the oceans and the marine life that call it home—from majestic manta rays and sea turtles to the delicate coral reefs. Safety-minded and professional, Steve also prides himself on running a safe and environmentally responsible operation across all three of Big Blue’s boats, with a strong focus on teaching safe diving practices for all divers and with minimal effect to marine life.

Diving with Steve
Steve thrives underwater and loves nothing more than exploring and observing the marine world. He’s always happy to chat about what you’ve seen on your dives, share insights into the Similan and Surin National Parks, and offer his extensive knowledge of local dive sites. His attitude is that every dive is a chance to learn, discover, and grow in appreciation for the ocean. With Steve, you’ll not only enjoy the beauty of diving—you’ll do so with safety, respect, and conservation in mind.

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Our Similan Liveaboard Trip Reports

08 – 12 Apr 2026
What a fantastic few days we’ve just had exploring the Similan and Surin National Parks aboard MV Blue Dolphin. With calm seas, great visibility, and an abundance of marine life, this trip really showcased the parks at their very best as the season winds down.
03 – 07 Apr 2026
We began the trip in the Similan Islands with excellent conditions and immediately impressive marine life density. The sites were extremely “fishy,” with large schools present throughout the dives. Green turtles were a constant highlight…
28 Mar – 01 Apr 2026
Our latest Similan liveaboard aboard MV Blue Dolphin delivered everything you could hope for and more. With beautiful conditions throughout, the diving was nothing short of exceptional. We were proud to host another dedicated turtle trip in support of Andaman Turtle Watch.

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