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What is a Liveaboard?
Sleep, Dive Eat! That's the mantra of liveaboard divers all over the world, and it's the same on every Similan liveaboard. We sleep on the boat, wake early, go diving, and after the dive, we have breakfast. And that is the pattern for the diving day! Read more...
We've hand-picked the best boats from the many vessels offering a Similan liveaboard from Phuket and Khao Lak. We also offer liveaboards to other destinations such as Burma Banks (Myanmar) Mergui Archipelago and Hin Daeng & Hin Muang.
Liveaboards to Similan Islands
The astounding Similan Islands are known for their abundant undersea life, beautiful surroundings, frequent sightings of whale sharks and manta rays as well as sightings of unusual fish. The dive sites offer great walls, swim-throughs, amazing rock formations and lots of soft and hard corals. Many divers think of the Similan Islands as one of the best dive sites in the world.
Join us on a Similan Liveaboard from Phuket, Thailand to Similan Islands, Myanmar, Burma Banks, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang
Have the ultimate scuba diving experience with us on a Similan liveaboard. Our Similans trips also visit Richelieu Rock, Koh Tachai, Koh Bon, Surin Islands and the famous Boonsung Wreck. If you fancy a longer trip, some boats also visit Burma Banks. Or combine a Southern trip to Hin Daeng and Hin Muang with your Similan liveaboard for a six day trip.
The Similan Islands are protected by Thai government and are a marine sanctuary park for protection of corals and fish. All visitors to the Similan Islands and Richelieu National Parks must pay a park fee, and divers pay a little extra. Please contact us for current Park Fee rates.
Liveaboards - Hop On/Hop Off Prices
| Destination | 2 days / 1 night | 3 days / 2 nights | 4 days / 3 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| SImilans / Koh Bon | 7 Dives - 13,900 THB* | 11 Dives - 18,900 THB* | 15 Dives - 23,900 THB* |
| Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Surin | N/A | 11 Dives - 22,900 THB* | 15 Dives - 26,900 THB* |
INCLUDED: Tanks, weights, transfers (Kata, Karon, Patong), twin and double share cabins, 3 full meals per day, tea, coffee, drinking water, soft drinks & fruit.
EXTRA: Equipment rental @ 500 Baht per day. Park Fees depend on your length of stay, please contact us for current prices.
MV DiveRACE
| Destinations | Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock. Southern Andaman - Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Phi Phi | ||
| Departs | varies | No. of Nights | varies |
| Cabins | 10 | Bathrooms | en suite |
| Air Con | Yes | Nitrox | Yes |
| Prices from (THB) | 38,000 per diver | to (THB) | 62,000 per diver |
|---|---|---|---|
With a range of cabins to suit a variety of budgets, mouthwatering cuisine and a superb team to welcome you on board, M/V DiveRace ticks all the boxes for a great Similans experience and excellent value for money.
THE JUNK
| Destinations | Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock. | ||
| Departs | Khao Lak/Chalong | No. of Nights | varies |
| Cabins | 6 | Bathrooms | en suite |
| Air Con | Yes | Nitrox | Yes |
| Prices from (US$) | 400 per diver | to (US$) | 1,800 per diver |
|---|---|---|---|
The Junk is arguably the most stylish liveaboard in the Andaman. She carries a maximum of 18 divers in comfortable 2, 3 and 4 berth cabins, each with their own private bathroom.
MV GIAMANI
| Destinations | Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock - Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Ha, Phi Phi - Phi Phi overnight | ||
| Departs | Chalong | No. of Nights | varies |
| Cabins | 5 | Bathrooms | en suite |
| Air Con | Yes | Nitrox | Yes |
| Prices from (THB) | 17,500 per person | to (THB) | 55,000 per person |
|---|---|---|---|
M/V Giamani offers the most intimate live aboard experience in Phuket. On board the guest number is limited to a maximum of 10 people per trip so there is always plenty of space and time for all guests.
MV ANDAMAN QUEEN
| Destinations | Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock - Burma, Mergui Archipelago | ||
| Departs | Khao Lak | No. of Nights | varies |
| Cabins | 11 | Bathrooms | en suite |
| Air Con | Yes | Nitrox | FREE |
| Prices from (THB) | 31,500 per diver | to (THB) | 90,500 per diver |
|---|---|---|---|
The stylish and comfortable MV Deep Andaman Queen will undergo extensive refurbishments this year. When she comes out from her refit she will be 31m in length, with spacious, en-suite cabins for up to 25 guests. All cruises depart from Tab Lamu, with free transfers by minibus available from Phuket or Khao Lak.
MV ANDAMAN TRITAN
| Destinations | Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, + 3 wrecks. | ||
| Departs | Tab Lamu | No. of Nights | 4 |
| Cabins | 9 | Bathrooms | en-suite & shared |
| Air Con | Yes | Nitrox | Yes |
| Prices from (THB) | 24,500 per person | to (THB) | 39,000 per person |
|---|---|---|---|
MV Andaman Tritan deserves her reputation as the best value of the mid-range liveaboards in the Similan Islands. Nine cabins, five of which are en-suite, and a maximum of 16 guests, adds up to exceptional guest service on board, and exceptional value for money.
MV PAWARA
| Destinations | Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock. | ||
| Departs | Khao Lak | No. of Nights | 4 day, 4 night |
| Cabins | 12 | Bathrooms | En suite |
| Air Con | Yes | Nitrox | FREE |
| Prices from (THB) | 26,700 per diver | to (THB) | 37,700 per diver |
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The theme on MV Pawara is space, comfort and socialising. Decorated in Thai style, all the cabins are comfortable and well equipped and the communal areas are spacious and stylish.
MV SAWASDEE FASAI
| Destinations | Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Surin Islands, Richelieu Rock. | ||
| Departs | Thab Lamu | No. of Nights | 4 day, 4 night |
| Cabins | 15 | Bathrooms | 15 |
| Air Con | Yes | Nitrox | Yes |
| Prices from (THB) | 30,700 per diver | to (THB) | 45,700 per diver |
|---|---|---|---|
M/V Sawasdee Fasai has been operating for the Japanese market in Phuket since 2004. Now under a change of ownership and currently undergoing a complete overhaul, she will start operating in December 2016. She has always been known for her comfort on board, and now we will have an experienced crew, ready and enthusiastic to show you the best of the Similan Islands, and all sites North to Richelieu Rock.
BUDGET BOATS
| Destinations | Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Ha, Phi Phi | ||
| Departs | Khao Lak | No. of Nights | varies |
| Cabins | varies | Bathrooms | en suite/share |
| Air Con | varies | Nitrox | Yes |
| Prices from (THB) | 17,500 per person | to (THB) | 28,500 per person |
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With six boats in the fleet, and numerous cabin options, there's a cruise to suit everyone's itinerary and budget.
Sailing Charter from Phuket
Trimaran "AQUILA"
| Destinations | Your choice: Similans, Phi Phi, Phang Nga, Koh Lanta, Koh Lipe | ||
| Departs | Chalong | No. of Nights | 1 minimum |
| Cabins | 4 | Sleeps | 8 to 10 |
| Two triple cabins have en suite bathrooms. Other cabins use shared bathrooms. Perfect for families. | |||
| Prices from (Euro) | 680 per 24 hours | to (Euro) | 1,040 per 24 hours |
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Sailing charter from Phuket to surrounding islands of your choice
Comfortable live aboards leaving from Phuket
We have chosen our liveaboard boats carefully to offer you the best range of accommodation possible. From backpacker-style budget boats through to the luxury of a master cabin on a beautiful yacht, all have one thing in common: a proven track record of great service, safety and, of course, great diving!
Some boats boast wifi so you can keep in touch while you're away, but we recommend you kick off your shoes, leave your laptop at home, sit back and let the crew pamper you between dives.
All boats have a full Thai crew on board, and all provide delicious fresh-cooked meals, snacks and cold drinks, included in the price. We check our boats regularly to ensure they all meet or exceed the current safety regulations, and possess all the licences and permits required.
The dive staff will greet you on arrival and give you a thorough safety briefing and familiarise you with the boat layout. Over the course of your trip you'll get to know the staff, crew and the other divers on board. You'll find a fascinating mix of people on board, all with a shared love of diving. Whatever your level or experience, you'll learn from some and pass on valuable information to others. Common areas on all boats are designed to maximise the social aspects of the cruise, so you'll probably find you hardly spend any time in your cabin at all!
Dive staff are always PADI or SSI professionals. They will work hard to give you the best diving and on-board experience possible. They're up first in the morning, and to bed last at night to make sure there's always someone on hand to answer the guests' questions and help out with anything they might need.
You're welcome on board with Oceanic in the Similans!
Liveaboard experience from Phuket Island, Thailand
