Thursday, September 11, 2008

Liveaboards in Khao Lak.

On the West coast of Thailand less than an hour from Phuket airport lies the newly developed seaside resort of Khao Lak. 25 kilometers of holiday coastline. You would really only be advised to go here between the months of October & May as the Rainy Season can get pretty intense with buckets of rain relentlessly pounding down for days at a time. Which is also why Khao Lak boasts a beautiful National Park of enormous trees, & extremely dense jungle featuring a wide variety of native animals from laughing monkeys to timid elephants. By being surrounded by a coastline that stretches as far as the eye can see on side of you & then witnessing the mountainous jungles of Southeast Asia on the other it is not hard to see why Khao Lak has become the fastest growing holiday destination in Thailand.

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Khao Lak is also the gateway to the world famous Similan Islands National Park. The Similans consist of nine beautiful tropical islands, stretching from south to north. Covered with dense forest and surrounded by white sandy beaches with crystal-clear waters, these islands are a magnet for divers from all over the world. Below the surface they offer a variety of different dive sites from deep rock formations with a spectacular array of pelagic schools, to gentle coral gardens featuring a bright mass of colour & a large number of different reef fish.

ImageThe Surin Islands boasts arguably Thailands top three Divesites- Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, & Richelieu Rock, (one of Jacques Cousteau's favourite divesites). Regular residents & visitors to this side of Thailand come as large as Whalesharks & Manta Rays, but there is also an enormous array of smaller species as well like the Ghost-pipefish & the tiny Harlequin Shrimp.

A Liveaboard Vacation- A Divers Holiday Heaven!

The best & most financially economical way to incorporate everything you look for in a holiday is on a Liveaboard. These large comfortable vessels will accommodate up to 20 people including guests & crew & will cruise the best divesites over a period of 4 days & 4 nights. You'll wake up every morning surrounded by the tropical warm azure waters of Thailand, the deserted island, the constant sunshine, good food, sociable company & most importantly - world class diving!

We recommend a 4 day Liveaboard as it will take you diving at all the best places in the Similans & the 3 dives sites of the Surin Islands. If you choose to do a 3 day Liveaboard, or less than 3 days, you will not allow yourself enough time to soak in the pleasure of the Surin Islands.

Below is a choice of Liveaboards we recommend for their reputation, their service, their boat & their staff & ultimately their value for money but if you can't find what you are looking for then please
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Happy Cruising!



Manta Queen I

MV Manta Queen IManta Queen is operated by a group of experienced diving professionals who have been working as managers, instructors and liveaboard cruise directors in Thailand for many years. They are committed to safety, fun and environmental protection. They pride themselves on their experience and attention to safety. And all courses and dive trips are set at a relaxed pace with small groups.
Departure point for the Manta Queen is an hour north from Phuket Airport in the small seaside town of Khao Lak the gateway to the Similan Islands.
If you love exotic places, sunny beaches, crystal clear water & a fantastic variety of marine life then join these guys for your liveaboard cruise. You can visit the jewels of the Andaman Sea at the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, the Surin Islands & Richelieu Rock.

Rates & Schedule.

DepartReturnDuration Destination Price
01-Oct-0805-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
08-Oct-0812-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
14-Oct-0818-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
19-Oct-0823-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
25-Oct-0829-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
30-Oct-0803-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
04-Nov-0808-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
09-Nov-0813-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
14-Nov-0818-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
19-Nov-0823-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
24-Nov-0828-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
29-Nov-0803-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
04-Dec-0808-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
09-Dec-0813-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
14-Dec-0818-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
19-Dec-0823-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
23-Dec-0827-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
28-Dec-0801-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
03-Jan-0907-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
08-Jan-0912-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
13-Jan-0917-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
18-Jan-0922-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
23-Jan-0927-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
28-Jan-0901-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
02-Feb-0906-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
06-Feb-0910-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
11-Feb-0915-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
15-Feb-0919-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
20-Feb-0924-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
25-Feb-0901-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
03-Mar-0907-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
08-Mar-0912-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
13-Mar-0917-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
22-Mar-0926-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
27-Mar-0931-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
31-Mar-0904-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
04-Apr-0908-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
11-Apr-0915-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
17-Apr-0921-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
22-Apr-0926-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
27-Apr-0901-May-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
02-May-0906-May-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
07-May-0911-May-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
12-May-0916-May-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB

MV Manta Queen II

M/V Manta Queen 2 is a perfect addition to the M/V Manta Queen. She can comfortably accommodate 20 guests in spacious air-conditioned cabins. Big salons and wide sun decks invite you to relax and enjoy your holiday while the boats bring you to some of the worlds top ten dive sites. Wide dive decks allow for easy entries and exits. The tanks are refilled with the gear attached to your tank - so all you have to do is what a liveaboard cruise is all about - sleep, eat, relax, chat with fellow divers & dive!

Rates & Schedules

DepartReturnDuration Destination Price
11-Oct-0815-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
17-Oct-0821-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
22-Oct-0826-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
27-Oct-0831-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
01-Nov-0805-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
06-Nov-0810-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
11-Nov-0815-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
16-Nov-0820-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
21-Nov-0825-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
26-Nov-0830-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
01-Dec-0805-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
06-Dec-0810-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
11-Dec-0815-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
16-Dec-0820-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
21-Dec-0825-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
26-Dec-0830-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
31-Dec-0804-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
05-Jan-0909-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
10-Jan-0914-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
15-Jan-0919-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
20-Jan-0924-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
25-Jan-0929-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
30-Jan-0903-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
04-Feb-0908-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
09-Feb-0913-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
14-Feb-0918-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
19-Feb-0923-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
24-Feb-0928-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
01-Mar-0905-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
06-Mar-0910-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
11-Mar-0915-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
16-Mar-0920-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
21-Mar-0925-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
26-Mar-0930-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
01-Apr-0905-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
06-Apr-0910-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
11-Apr-0915-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
16-Apr-0920-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
21-Apr-0925-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB
29-Apr-0903-May-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 19800 THB

M/V Dolphin Queen

Built in 1999, it has a wooden hull, and this means less sound from the engine room. Dolphin Queen has 3 decks. The main deck has 8 cabins for our guests. All cabins are air conditioned, except 2 single cabins in the bow of the boat which have fans. This is for guests who have problems with A/C. There are 2 more cabins with double beds on the upper deck. All cabins have 220v plugs, so you can charge your battery packs or your lights. On the main deck at the stern is the dive platform which has more than ample room to store and put on your gear. There are also 2 Bauer compressors with an air cooler and 40 tanks. There are 3 spacious toilets with showers and 2 showers on the dive deck. The galley is also on the main deck.

Rates & Schedules

17-Oct-0821-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

22-Oct-0826-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

27-Oct-0831-Oct-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

31-Oct-0804-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

05-Nov-0809-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

10-Nov-0814-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

15-Nov-0819-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

20-Nov-0824-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

25-Nov-0829-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

30-Nov-0804-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

05-Dec-0809-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

10-Dec-0814-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

15-Dec-0819-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

20-Dec-0824-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

25-Dec-0829-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

30-Dec-0803-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

04-Jan-0908-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

09-Jan-0913-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

14-Jan-0918-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

19-Jan-0923-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

24-Jan-0928-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

29-Jan-0902-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

03-Feb-0907-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

08-Feb-0912-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

13-Feb-0917-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

18-Feb-0922-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

23-Feb-0927-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

28-Feb-0904-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

05-Mar-0909-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

10-Mar-0914-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

15-Mar-0919-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

20-Mar-0924-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

25-Mar-0929-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

30-Mar-0903-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

04-Apr-0908-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

09-Apr-0913-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

14-Apr-0918-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

19-Apr-0923-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

24-Apr-0928-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

29-Apr-093-May-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

4-May-0908-May-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB

09-May-0913-May-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 22800 THB


M.V. White Manta

The White Manta was designed and owned by cruise leader Vincent Chew who has more than 20 years of diving experience diving in the South China Sea. The boats were built by divers for divers. Our Highly Experienced Crew take Great Pride in Exceptional Service Whilst Always Maintaining Safety. With 8 Luxurious Air Conditioned Cabins, an Extensive Dive Deck, Lounge Equipped with TV and DVD & Full Compliment of Safety Equipment, This Vessel is Truly Comfortable. Relax, Enjoy Delicious Thai & Western Food All Day Long.

Rates & Schedules

04-Nov-0808-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
09-Nov-0813-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
14-Nov-0818-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
19-Nov-0823-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
24-Nov-0828-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
29-Nov-083-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
4-Dec-088-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
9-Dec-0813-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
14-Dec-0818-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
19-Dec-0823-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
24-Dec-0831-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock Sold Out
01-Jan-09
05-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
05-Jan-0909-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
10-Jan-0914-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
15-Jan-0919-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
20-Jan-0924-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
25-Jan-0929-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
30-Jan-0903-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
04-Feb-0908-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
09-Feb-0913-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
14-Feb-0918-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
19-Feb-0923-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
24-Feb-0928-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
01-Mar-0905-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
06-Mar-0910-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
11-Mar-0925-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
16-Mar-0920-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
21-Mar-0925-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB
26-Mar-0930-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 30000 THB

M.V. Black Manta.

Welcome to M.V. Black Manta, the Latest in 5 Star Live Aboard Luxury Cruises. We Operate in the Famous Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Koh Surin, Richelieu Rock and as Far as The Mergui Archepelago. Our Highly Experienced Crew take Great Pride in Exceptional Service Whilst Always Maintaining Safety. With 9 Luxurious Ensuite Cabins, an Extensive Dive Deck, Huge Lounge Equipped with Plasma T.V. & a Full Compliment of Safety Equipment, This Vessel is Truly State of the Art.

Rates & Schedule

02-Nov-0806-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
07-Nov-0811-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
12-Nov-0816-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
17-Nov-0821-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
22-Nov-0826-Nov-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
27-Nov-0801-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
02-Dec-0806-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
06-Dec-0810-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
12-Dec-0816-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
17-Dec-0821-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
22-Dec-0827-Dec-084D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 45000 THB
28-Dec-0802-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
03-Jan-0907-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
8-Jan-0912-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
13-Jan-0917-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
18-Jan-0922-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
23-Jan-0927-Jan-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
28-Jan-0901-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
02-Feb-0906-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
07-Feb-0911-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
12-Feb-0916-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
17-Feb-0921-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
22-Feb-0926-Feb-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
27-Feb-0903-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
04-Mar-0908-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
09-Mar-0913-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
14-Mar-0918-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
19-Mar-0923-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
24-Mar-0928-Mar-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
29-Mar-0902-Apr-094D/4N Similans & Richelieu Rock 37000 THB
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