Similan Islands Liveaboards
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Luxury Similan Islands liveaboards
These liveaboards are the best available in Thailand. They have the nicest cabins and facilities. All these liveaboards offer nitrox.
Mid Price range Similan Islands liveaboards
There are plenty of mid priced liveaboards to choose from, we’ve selected our favourite. All have AC cabins and most (but not all) have private en-suite bathrooms. Most also offer nitrox to certified divers.
Lower budget Similan Islands liveaboards
These cheaper boats dive the same great dive sites. They are cheaper for many reasons including their size, age, trip duration, capacity and facilities.
Luxury Similan Islands liveaboards
Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Mergui archipelago
Departs from: Chalong bay, Phuket
Max guests: 10
Nitrox: Yes
Our Verdict: Built to IMO standards, a true mariners boat. Recently refurbished. Now only taking 10 guests for more personal service and more space aboard.
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Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai
Departs from: Khao Lak or Phuket
Max guests: 18
Nitrox: Yes
Our Verdict: One of the first Similan liveaboards and still one of the best. Exceptional dive guides make every dive a great dive. Good value for group charter bookings. Choice of 4 or 6 day itineraries.
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Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and the Mergui archipelago
Departs from: Thap Lamu pier, Khao Lak (transfers provided from Phuket)
Max guests: 24
Nitrox: Yes
Our Verdict: Big, strong, fast. Good food and excellent cabins. Deep Andaman Queen has a good pedigree. There are several different cabin configurations to choose from. The master cabin is huge. A recommended Similan liveaboard.
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Mid Price range Similan Islands liveaboards
Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai
Departs from: Thap Lamu pier, Khao Lak (transfers provided from Phuket)
Max guests: 30
Nitrox: Yes. Free to nitrox certified divers
Our Verdict: Fasai is a very popular Similan liveaboard. A spacious boat with a choice of cabins for different budgets. WIFI on board and free Nitrox.
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Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai
Departs from: Thap Lamu pier, Khao Lak (transfers provided from Phuket)
Max guests: 26
Nitrox: Yes. Free to nitrox certified divers
Our Verdict: Pawara is an excellent value for money Similan liveaboard with better prices that beat it’s rivals. It’s well run by experienced owners and the current dive leader is very popular. Choice of twin or double cabins with private bathrooms. WIFI on board and free Nitrox.
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Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai
Departs from: Thap Lamu pier, Khao Lak (transfers provided from Phuket)
Max guests: 28
Nitrox: No
Our Verdict: If you are looking for a short duration liveaboard to Richelieu Rock South Siam’s flexible schedule could suit you. 28 guests is quite a lot but this boat attracts a young, friendly crowd.
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Lower budget Similan Islands liveaboards
Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and the Mergui archipelago
Departs from: Thap Lamu pier, Khao Lak (Kuraburi for Burma trips)
Max guests: 22
Nitrox: Yes
Our Verdict: A very popular Khao Lak backpacker liveaboard and cheap too. There are loads of budget liveaboards in Khao Lak, they come and go, but Dolphin Queen stands above much of the competition in terms of safety standards and dive staff experience.
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Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai
Departs from: Thap Lamu pier, Khao Lak (transfers provided from Phuket)
Max guests: 28 (plus day trip divers)
Nitrox: No
Our Verdict: Like South Siam 4 this is a great liveaboard option for those short on time. 1, 2, 3 or 4 night itineraries with departures 5 days per week. Divers are transferred by speedboat to the liveaboard which stays at the Similan Islands. This liveaboard also takes day trippers.
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Dives at: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai
Departs from: Thap Lamu pier, Khao Lak
Max guests: 20
Nitrox: No
Our Verdict: A good value budget liveaboard to Similan and Surin. An old boat popular with backpackers in Khao Lak. Always well reviewed. Choice of short or long trips. A great choice for the cost conscious diver. Popular with solo travelers.
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