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Similan Island Liveaboards

Similan Island Liveaboards

Eat, sleep, dive and repeat. Enjoy a scuba diving liveaboard adventure today

If you would love a relaxing in the tropical sun and you love to scuba dive then why not have the best of both worlds and go on a scuba diving liveaboard adventure. A liveaboard scuba diving holiday would have to be one of the best and most relaxing holidays you can have. With all you catering worries taken care for you and no itiniaries to worry about all there is for you to do is eat, sleep and scuba dive. There are a wide range to boats to choose from which will suit all budgets and needs.

The bulk of the liveaboards are cruising the famous Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock, with some heading further north to the Surin Islands and a few heading down to the southern Andaman Sea to places like Koh Haa, Hin Daeng and Hin Muang.


Andaman Tritan Similan Islands Liveaboard Scuba Diving 5 Days 4 Nights THB 24,000

Andaman Tritan

MV Andaman Tritan is not the largest liveaboard cruising the Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock but with a maximum of 18 guests it never feels over crowded and you won’t find to many cheaper options for an ensuite cabin on a 4 day/4 night safari. Built in 2002 and completely refurbished in 2007 the boat is clean and nicely furnished. A good size dive deck ensures there’s plenty of space to kit up and [...]

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MV Similan Explorer Scuba Diving Liveaboard Phuket 3 Days 3 Nights THB 16,100

Similan Explorer

Thailand Liveaboard MV Similan Explorer is a great choice for budget minded travellers wishing to sample the fantastic scuba diving in Similan and Surin Islands national parks. With a choice of 5 day/5 Night or 3 Day/3 Night cruises this super boat gives you excellent options to sample the stunning diving in the Similan and Surin Islands. Three spacious decks ensure that there’s plenty of space to relax even with a full boat of just 20 divers. A large sun [...]

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MV Dolphin Queen Koh Similan Budget Liveaboard Scuba Diving 4 Days 4 Nights from THB 19,800

Dolphin Queen

Thailand Liveaboard MV Dolphin Queen is a very popular choice for divers wanting to see the very best of the Similan Islands and Surin Islands on a tight budget. She also runs to the fantastic Mergui Archipelago seven times through the season, a very popular trip that can be sold out months in advance. With 4 day/4 Night, 3 Day/3 Night cruises to the Similan Islands available as well as the extended 5 Day/6 Night journey to Myanmar, we’re [...]

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Manta Queen 6 Liveaboard Scuba Diving Phuket Best Similan Islands 4 days 4 nights THB 23,500

Manta Queen 6

Manta Queen 6 runs 4 day/4 night scuba diving liveaboard trips to to the world famous scuba diving sites of the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock. Manta Queen 6 has twin bed shared cabins that accommodates 16 guests all in air conditioned comfort. This scuba diving liveaboard Vessel is 22 meters long and 4 meters wide wooden hull built liveaboard and is staffed with 4 dive and 6 boat crew. There is and abundance of space to enjoy [...]

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The Junk Liveaboard Scuba Diving Phuket Thailand Best Boat At Dusk Similan Islands Richelieu Rock 4 days 4 nights from THB 27,000

The Junk

The Phuket liveaboard June Hong Chian Lee (a.k.a The Junk) was built in the port city of Penang, Malaysia in 1962. She was originally designed to carry mango wood charcoal, which she did until 1985. She was then turned into a classic yacht and in 1997; a two-year overhaul began to turn her into the stunning liveaboard vessel that she is today. Movie buffs may recognize her distinctive shape from her big screen cameos in The Man With [...]

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Manta Queen 7 Similan Islands Scuba Diving Liveaboard Phuket Thailand 5 Days 5 Nights from THB 24,500

Manta Queen 7

The Manta Queen 7 gives you the cheapest opportunity to do a 5-day trip on a scuba diving liveaboard in the Similan Islands. She may low on price but not low on fun and spirit. She will also take you to the awesome dive sites of Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock and Boon Sung Wreck increasing your chances of see the sought after whale sharks and manta rays. Having two different bedding options, twin share or 4 bed shared [...]

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Manta Queen 5 Liveaboard Similan Islands Aussie Divers 3 Days 3 Nights from THB 17,500

Manta Queen 5

The Thailand liveaboard Manta Queen 5 is one of the cheapest boats on which to sample the clear blue waters of the Similan Islands National park. You'll find no extravagant extras on board but what you will find is simple, comfortable accommodation and wonderful diving at a great price. A generous sundeck, an air-conditioned saloon with TV and music media player and a dinghy available to take you to some stunning beaches ensures guests have plenty to do in between dives. 10 [...]

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Deep Andaman Queen Scuba Diving Liveaboard Phuket Thailand 5 days 4 nights 30,000

Deep Andaman Queen

The MV Deep Andaman Queen was custom built scuba diving liveaboard constructed in 2003 solely for the purpose of cruising the stunning Similan Islands and the rich waters of the Mergui Archipelago. Refurbished in 2012, this sleek looking vessel is a popular choice and often booked up months in advance. There is plenty of space on this large vessel, the air-conditioned saloon is roomy and comfortably accommodates all 21 guests, so avoiding the tropical sun is never an issue [...]

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5 days 4 nights from THB 27,500

MV Pawara

MV Pawara is one of the largest of the liveaboards in the region. She cruises the Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock. Her steel construction allows a smooth and relaxing ride through the Andaman Sea, generous size and space promises plenty of room to relax in between diving the rich waters around the Similan and Surin Islands National Parks. With a substantial dining area, modern and comfortable lounge and a maximum of only [...]

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Manta Queen 2 Scuba Diving Similan Islands Liveaboards Phuket Thailand 3 Days 3 Nights from THB 18,800

Manta Queen 2

The Manta Queen 2 gives you the cheapest opportunity to get the taste of scuba diving liveaboard life in the Similan Islands. She may low on price but not low on fun and spirit. She will also take you to the awesome dive sites of Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock increasing your chances of see the sought after whale sharks and manta rays. Having three different bedding options, twin bed, double bed and 4 bed shared cabins shared [...]

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Manta Queen 3 Running Scuba Diving Liveaboard Phuket Thailand 5 days 4 nights 22,500

Manta Queen 3

The Manta Queen 3 was custom built in 2011 specifically as a day trip and liveaboard boat to serve the Similan Islands and Koh Bon. She accommodates 31 guests in three different styles of cabins having one master en-suite cabin, 2 deluxe en-suite cabins and six standard cabins that can sleep either two or three guests. The Manta Queen 3 will spend the whole season in the Similan Islands and had daily transfers by her transfer speed boat the Flying Manta. With [...]

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Giamani Scuba Diving Liveaboard Phuket Thailand 5 days 4 nights from THB 44,000

MV Giamani

The MV Giamani’s high-bowed profile is very easy on the eye and makes this stylish liveaboard stand out from the crowd. With an extensive itinerary this very intimate boat has scheduled trips to all the best sites in the Andaman Sea including; the stunning Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock in the North and the spectacular manta dives at Hin Daeng, Hin Muang and Koh Haa in the South. With only 10 guests onboard finding your [...]

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SY Andaman Diva Scuba Diving Liveaboard Phuket Thailand 5 days 4 nights from THB 75,350

SY Andaman Diva

The SY Diva Andaman is simply one of the most beautiful yachts sailing the Andaman Sea. She is a 35 metre traditional South East Asian Schooner. A capacity of just 14 guests guarantees privacy, and a generous crew of 10 ensures there is plenty of personal attention. After just a few hours on this boat, you will feel like royalty and never want to leave this very special Similan Islands liveaboard. This is truly one of the finest boats [...]

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Manta Queen 1 Liveaboard Scuba Diving Similan Islands Budget 4 Days 4 Nights from 22,500 THB

Manta Queen 1

The Manta Queen 1 gives you the cheapest opportunity to get the taste of scuba diving liveaboard life in the Similan Islands. She may low on price but not low on fun and spirit. She also sails to the wonderful dive sites of Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock. Having three different bedding options, twin bed, double bed and 4 bed shared cabins shared is geared to assist small groups or families. There is still plenty of space on this girl [...]

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Somboon 4 Similan Islands Overnight Liveaboard Scuba Diving Phuket 3 days 2 nights 21,900

Somboon 4

The MV Somboon 4 and her sister ship MV Somboon 3 are unique amongst Phuket liveaboards. They have no fixed schedule, allowing you the flexibility to hop on and off at your convenience making them the easiest boats to plan your liveaboard adventure around. They are both very large vessels with plenty of space. During the busy season they can be feel a little crowded on the middle 2 dives of the day when the day trip divers arrive [...]

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Hallelujah Sunset Liveaboard Similan Islands Phuket Thailand Best 5 days 4 nights from THB 34,000

MV Hallelujah

The MV Hallelujah is a generously sized boat measuring 35 metres x 8 metres with a steel hull that is designed for comfort and stability. This beautifully styled boat has ample space on for a full compliment of 24 guests on every deck. The saloon is air-conditioned with an entertainment/sound system; a well-stocked library helps you log all the incredible creatures that can be found on your cruise around the stunning Similan and Surin Islands National Parks. Top up [...]

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Dive Race Class E Scuba Diving Liveaboard Phuket Thailand 4 days 4 nights from THB 42,000

Dive Race Class E

MV Dive Race Class E will be the most luxurious and modern scuba diving liveaboard vessel cruising the Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock in 2015. Specifically built this year, this magnificent vessel really raises the bar for Thailand liveaboards and due to it’s size and stability will also be running extended trips from North to South Andaman and South to North Andaman including Hing Deang & Hin Muang. It can take a maximum [...]

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Somboon 3 Similan Islands Overnight Liveaboard Scuba Diving Phuket 3D/3N 21,900

Somboon 3

The MV Somboon 3 and her sister ship MV Somboon 4 are unique amongst Phuket liveaboards. They have no fixed schedule, allowing you the flexibility to hop on and off at your convenience making them the easiest boats to plan your liveaboard adventure around. They are both very large vessels with plenty of space. During the busy season they can be feel a little crowded on the middle 2 dives of the day when the day trip divers arrive [...]

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Giamani Scuba Diving Liveaboard Phuket Thailand Giamani Best

2015 – 2016 Liveaboard Season – Fantastic Start

The 2015 - 2016 Similan Island Liveaboard Season is off to a great start with good sightings of both of the big favourites, the giant oceanic manta ray and whale sharks. Even Island 9 in the Simians has provided sighting of both creatures which has been the first time in many years. The weather has been stable for this time of the year and the oceans relatively calm and flat which is making for a a smooth and enjoyable liveaboard [...]

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Koh Bon Manta Ray Similan Islands Liveaboard Scuba Diving

Manta Ray Party Happening at Koh Bon, Similan Islands

Book yourself a liveaboard trip now as there is a Manta Ray party happening at Koh Bon, 20 km north of the Similan Islands. Divers are reporting of loosing count of the number of different manta rays circling the famous west ridge pinnacle. Some are say it is as many as 10 and others are saying more. All are saying that they are putting on an amazing show for all levels of scuba divers. Large groups of manta rays are no strangers [...]

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Similan Island Luxury Liveaboard Diving Holidays With Aussie Divers Phuket 5 days 4 nights from THB 27,700

MV Sawasdee Fasai

MVSawasdee Fasai is one of the largest of the liveaboards in the region. She cruises the Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock. Her steel construction allows a unparalleled ride through the Andaman Sea, spaciously sized and she promises plenty of room to chill out in between diving the turquoise waters around the Similan and Surin Islands National Parks. With a substantial dining area, modern and comfortable lounge and a maximum of 26 guests [...]

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