MV Dive RACE Class X
Diving Similan Islands

New for 2026. MV DiveRACE Class X is born from the desire of wanting to be the pinnacle of scuba diving in Thailand. With valuable experience of operating previous and current liveaboard vessels and the constant gathering of valuable feedback from guests, DiveRACE X is ready to embark on bringing this desire to fruition.
- Space, comfort and stability
- Single cabin options available
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Features
- Capacity for 20 guests in 11 cabins
- 2 x Premium double cabins on the upper deck
- 5 x double/twin cabins on the upper deck
- 2 x double/twin cabins on the lower deck
- 2 x single cabins on the lower deck
- Cabins feature 10inch thick mattresses and hotel grade linen
- Safe deposit boxes in cabins
- 12 boat crew and 6 dive staff
- SS400 steel hulled vessel launched new in 2026
- 35m long, 9m wide, 4 decks.
- Cruising speed 10 knots
- Safety features include 4 life rafts, fire alarms, night duty crew

Prices
DiveRACE Class X price
Prices
5 days 4 nights (14 dives) Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock
- Upper Premium deck en-suite double cabin: 58,000 baht per diver
- Upper deck en-suite twin/double cabin: 55,000 baht per diver
- Lower deck en-suite twin/double cabin: 52,000 baht per diver
- Lower deck en-suite single cabin: 52,000 baht
20% discount available for non diving partners.
Price includes: Dive guide, tanks, weights & belt, all meals, towel, toiletries, return Phuket hotel transfers.
Price excludes: Dive equipment rental, marine park fees, nitrox fills, alcohol and soft drinks, massage service, dive and travel insurance (mandatory).
Park fees: 2,300 baht (5d4n), 2,700 baht (6d5n)
Rental equipment: (price per day)
Wetsuit: 300 baht
Mask: 100 baht
Fins: 300 baht
Regulator: 400 baht
BCD: 400 baht
Dive Computer: 300 baht
15l tank 300 baht
Nitrox:
200 baht per dive (15L tank: 300 baht per dive)
14 fills package: 2,500 baht (15L tank 3,600 baht)
18 fills package: 3,200 baht (15L tank 4,500 baht)
Note. Open Water certified divers (or equivalent) will be limited to 18m dive depth unless they complete the PADI Advanced course on board. If your last dive was over 12 months before the start date you may need to do a scuba review before joining the cruise.
Schedule
DiveRACE Class X schedule
| Dates | Description | Start / Finish |
|---|---|---|
| 21-25 Nov 26 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 26-30 Nov 26 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 1-6 Dec 26 | Fully Booked | |
| 7-11 Dec 26 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 12-16 Dec 26 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 17-21 Dec 2026 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 22-27 Dec 26 **peak period surcharge applies | 5d 5n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 28 Dec-2 Jan **peak period surcharge applies | 5d 5n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 3-7 Jan 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 8-12 Jan 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 13-17 Jan 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 18-22 Jan 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 23-27 Jan 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 28 Jan-2 Feb 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 3-7 Feb 27 **peak period surcharge applies | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 8-12 Feb 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 13-17 Feb 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 18-22 Feb 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 23-27 Feb 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 28 Feb-4 Mar 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 5-9 Mar 27 | Fully booked | |
| 10-14 Mar 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 15-19 Mar 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 20-24 Mar 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 25-29 Mar 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 30 Mar-3 Apr 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Sold out |
| 4-8 April 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 9-13 Apr 27 | Fully booked | |
| 14-18 Apr 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 19-23 Apr 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 24-28 Apr 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 29 Apr-3 May 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
| 4-8 May 27 | 4d 4n Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | Khao Lak / Khao Lak |
Itinerary
DiveRACE Class X Itinerary
4 Days / 4 Nights diving Similan islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock
Departure day:
Pick up in Phuket or central Khao Lak and transfer to the pier. Cruise to Similan Islands (4-5 hours). Dinner is served on board.
Diving Day 1:
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the Similan Islands plus island excursion to Similan Island number 8 (Sail Rock viewpoint)
Diving day 2:
4 day dives at north Similan Islands, Koh Bon and Koh Tachai reef.
Diving Day 3:
4 day dives at Koh Tachai pinnacle and Richelieu Rock
Diving Day 4:
2 morning dives at either Seachart/Premchai/Boonsung wreck.
Return to pier by 1330 hrs. Transfer to airport / Phuket hotel.
Itineraries are subject to change.

Pick up times on departure day:
Rawai / Chalong: 15.00-15.30 hrs
Kata /Karon: 15.30-16.00 hrs
Patong: 16.00-16.30 hrs
Phuket Town: 16.30-17.00 hrs
Rassada Pier: 17.00-17.30 hrs
Maikhao / Naiyang beach area: 18.00-18.30 hrs
Phuket airport: 18.30-19.00 hrs (in order to clear through customs and baggage we suggest that guests flying into Phuket arrive no later than 17.30 hrs).
Khao Lak centre: 20.00-20.30 hrs
We can help to arrange transfers outside the allocated timing at an additional fee.
Book / Enquiry
- Tell us the dates you are interested in. We’ll check available options and provide you with a clear breakdown of prices.
- When you are ready to go ahead and book we’ll reserve your place(s) and email you the secure online payment instructions.
- 30% deposit to confirm your booking. Payment is online by credit card or paypal (no booking fee or credit card fee), or by bank transfer.
- Balance payable 60 days before the trip departure date.


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