UD Rating - 4 Star

Thailand

Coral Reefs & Whale Sharks

October to May

Open Water Diver

Manta Queen 8

Guests enjoy a diving adventure to Thailand’s premier diving destinations, the Similan Islands and Richelieu Rock, aboard Manta Queen 8.

With accommodations for 24 guests, Manta Queen 8 offers a comfortable and spacious retreat after each exhilarating dive. Relax in the inviting saloon and enjoy mouthwatering onboard meals for an unforgettable diving adventure.

Explore the captivating underwater world in comfort on a 6-day, 5-night liveaboard adventure aboard Manta Queen 8, diving the spectacular sites of the North Andaman Sea. Discover the pristine waters of the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Surin Islands, and the Boon Sung Wreck.

A diving trip through the Similan Islands offers one of Thailand’s finest underwater experiences. Towering granite boulders, lush tropical foliage, and white sand beaches surround the nine islands, while beneath the surface lies a rich marine ecosystem teeming with life. Divers often encounter whale sharks, manta rays, vibrant reef fish, and colourful corals.

Macro enthusiasts will enjoy spotting ghost pipefish, sea moths, ribbon eels, frogfish, and an array of nudibranchs. On the way to Richelieu Rock in Surin Marine Park, Koh Bon and Koh Tachai provide even more pelagic action, sightings of Napoleon wrasse, and unique night dives focused on rare macro species.

Manta Queen 8 is a spacious and well-equipped liveaboard designed for comfort and adventure. Onboard facilities include a comfortable indoor saloon, outdoor dining area, and a large sundeck, perfect for relaxing between dives. Guests enjoy freshly prepared Thai and Western meals served buffet-style, with vegetarian and vegan options available. Snacks, fruits, tea, and coffee are provided throughout the day to keep divers energised. With experienced dive staff, quality equipment, and carefully planned itineraries, Manta Queen 8 ensures a safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable diving experience in the Andaman Sea.

Double Cabin

There are 4 Double En-suite cabins. The cabins are comfortable with the following amenities:

  • Air-conditioning
  • Double Bed
  • En-suite Bathroom
  • Towel for Shower

Twin Cabin

There are 6 Twin En-suite cabins. Tha cabins are comfortable with the following maenities:

  • Air-conditioning
  • 2 Bunk beds
  • En-suite Bathroom
  • Towel for Shower

Twin Bed Non Ensuite Cabin

There are 2 Twin bed non en-suite cabins. The cabins are comfortable and have the following amenities:

  • Air-conditioning
  • 2 Bunk beds
  • Towel for Shower

Route Options

Similan – Koh Bon – Koh Tachai – Surin - Richelieu Rock – Boon Sung Wreck / 19 Dives

Day 1 - Night Departure. Trip Check In at KSA Dive Centre runs from 4pm to 6pm.
06:00 PM – 06:30 PM – Transfer to Liveaboard at Pier, Boarding & Cabin allocation.
07.00 PM – Boat briefing
07.30 PM – Equipment Set up
08.00 PM – Dinner Onboard

Day 2
07.00 AM – Wake up call
07.30 AM – Safety/Dive Briefing
07.45 AM – Dive briefing #1 “Similan Islands”
09.00 AM – Breakfast
11.30 AM – Dive briefing #2 “Similan Islands”
01.00 PM – Lunch
03.30 PM – Dive briefing #3 “Similan Islands”
05.00 PM – Snacks
06.15 PM – Dive briefing #4 “Night Dive – Similan Islands”
08.00 PM – Dinner

Day 3
06.00 AM – Wake up call
06.30 AM – Dive briefing #5 “Similan Islands”
08.00 AM – Breakfast
10.30 AM – Dive briefing #6 “Similan Islands”
12.15 PM – Lunch
01.45 PM – Dive briefing #7 “Similan Islands”
03.30 PM – Snacks
05.30 PM – Dive briefing #8 “Similan Islands”
07.30 PM – Dinner

Day 4
06.00 AM – Wake up call
06.30 AM – Dive briefing #9 “Koh Bon, West Ridge”
08.00 AM – Breakfast
10.30 AM – Dive briefing #10 “Koh Bon, West Ridge”
12.15 PM – Lunch
01.45 PM – Dive briefing #11 “Tachai Pinnacle”
03.30 PM – Snacks
05.30 PM – Dive briefing #12 “Tachai Pinnacle”
07.30 PM – Dinner

Day 5
06.00 AM – Wake up call
06.30 AM – Dive briefing #13 “Surin Islands”
08.00 AM – Breakfast
10.30 AM – Dive briefing #14 “Richelieu Rock”
12.15 PM – Lunch
01.45 PM – Dive briefing #15 “Richelieu Rock”
03.30 PM – Snacks
05.30 PM – Dive briefing #16 “Richelieu Rock”
07.30 PM – Dinner

Day 6
06.00 AM – Wake up call
06.30 AM – Dive briefing #17 “Koh Bon Pinnacle”
08.00 AM – Breakfast
11.15 AM – Dive briefing #18 “Koh Bon”
12.30 PM – Lunch
02.00 PM – Dive briefing #19 “Boon Sung Wreck”
03.15 PM – Departure briefing & Snacks
04.30 PM – Return to the pier
05.00 PM – Transfer to the check out lounge
05.30 PM – Transfer To Your Hotel

Depending on location, guests will arrive back to the hotel in Phuket at approximately 7pm – 8:30 pm.

Vessel Details

Length & Width 30m
Length & Width 5m
Number of Cabins 12
Safety Features vhf radio, emergency o2, liferaft, life vest
Communication & Navigation Systems ps sat, navigation , sonar , compass
Hull Wood
Engines 2 x cummins engines 315 HP 10 cylinder
Speed 9-10 knots
NITROX Available on board
DIN Adaptors Available on board
Dive Deck Available on board
Shaded Diving Area Available on board
Rinse Hoses Available on board
FULL EQUIPMENT RENTAL 1,300 THB / TRIP
DIVE COMPUTER RENTAL 2,500 THB / TRIP
PRESCRIPTION MASK RENTAL 1,000 THB / TRIP
LONG WETSUIT RENTAL 1,000 THB / TRIP
SHORT WETSUIT RENTAL 500 THB / TRIP
BCD RENTAL 800 THB / TRIP
REGULATOR RENTAL 800 THB / TRIP
TORCH RENTAL 500 THB / TRIP
12 LITRE NITROX PACKAGE 2,500 THB /TRIP
SINGLE 12 LITRE NITROX TANK 300 / TANK
15 LITRE NITROX PACKAGE 3,500 / TRIP
15 LITRE TANK RENTAL PACKAGE 2,500 THB / TRIP

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Koh Surin

Khao Lak, Thailand

The Koh Surin is located in the Andaman Sea and covers an area of approximately 135 square km. From completely submerged pinnacles to fringing reefs, any variation can be found on this dive site. The Surin islands offer the most abundant coral spectrum in all of Thailand and divers can encounter eagle rays, turtles, and larger pelagics are possible here.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30m

Richelieu Rock

Khao Lak, Thailand

Richelieu Rock is one of the best places in the world to dive with whale sharks and is easily the best site in Thailand diving for this amazing activity. Here divers will encounter the largest fish in the ocean which are rare almost everywhere in the world. With nothing else for miles around, the whale sharks are attracted to the rock to feed on the rich plank tonic blooms that occur here.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Novice Diver - 20 + Dives
  • Max Depth: 40m

Koh Tachai

Khao Lak, Thailand

Koh Tachai is located in Tachai Island and lies about halfway between the Surin and Similan Islands and is rated as one of the best sites for Thailand scuba liveaboards as it's normally visited on the way to Richelieu Rock from the Similans. There are several dive sites around the island but the most famous is Koh Tachai Plateau which lies southeast of the island, about one kilometre offshore. The plateau is a submerged crowned reef of hard sheet corals, and scattered boulders. These boulders provide great swim-throughs and cut-through opportunities.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 35m

Koh Bon

Khao Lak, Thailand

This dive site is one of the best places in Thailand to see manta rays, especially from April to May.
Koh Bon Island lies an hour or so north of the Similan Islands. It has a 33 metre wall on its south side, facing a small cove, with a stepped edge pointing west and down to over 40m.

Here divers will have the opportunity to see leopard sharks, white tip sharks; soft corals the colours of turquoise, yellow and green dominate. If you listen carefully you'll hear the warning clicks of hundreds of nervous damselfish, and the coral crunching of hungry titan triggerfish.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Novice Diver - 20 + Dives
  • Max Depth: 40m

Boonsung Wreck

Khao Lak, Thailand

The Boonsung Wreck is often described as ‘Fish Soup’. The density of marine life here is often better than most dive sites in the Similan Islands. An old tin mining vessel, surrounded by sand for miles in every direction, provides the perfect protection for thousands of juvenile fish. The schools of fish are huge and the variety of Macro life is one of the best in Thailand. This is a real divers dive site and part of a fascinating history of Tin mining in the Phuket and Khao Lak area.

The Boonsung Wreck is located about 5km West of Bangsak beach, to the North of Khao Lak. Visibility is typically not as good as the Similan islands. However, the huge variety of marine life makes it well worth seeing. It is a regular final stop on many Similan Liveaboards, although it is technically not part of the Similan islands. The Boonsung wreck also makes for an excellent and speedy day trip by longtail. The Boonsung Wreck is the best value dive around Khao Lak.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 19m
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5 Nights North Andaman: 6 Days / 5 Nights Twin Bed Non Ensuite Cabin £0
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5 Nights North Andaman: 6 Days / 5 Nights Twin Bed Non Ensuite Cabin £0
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5 Nights North Andaman: 6 Days / 5 Nights Double Cabin £0
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5 Nights North Andaman: 6 Days / 5 Nights Twin Cabin £0
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5 Nights North Andaman: 6 Days / 5 Nights Twin Bed Non Ensuite Cabin £0