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MV Explorer

Thailand · Liveaboard

from THB 25,000 / person

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Type
Liveaboard
Built / renovated
2001 / 2025
Length × width
26 m × 5 m
Cabins
8
Capacity
16 guests
Nitrox
YES ($)
Wi-Fi
FREE
Rental gear
FREE

Highlights

  • The M/V Explorer provides comfortable accommodation with air-conditioned cabins featuring personal reading lights, 220v plug sockets, and ample storage space.

About MV Explorer

Welcome aboard the MV Explorer, a liveaboard dive boat operating in the stunning waters of Thailand. With a capacity for 16 guests, this vessel offers a comfortable and intimate diving experience. You can expect well-appointed air-conditioned cabins, complete with personal reading lights and ample storage space to make your stay enjoyable.

The MV Explorer specializes in a variety of itineraries, including 13 nights exploring all islands and shorter trips ranging from 3 to 8 nights. Each journey promises an immersive diving experience, with up to 40 dives available on select routes. As you dive into the vibrant underwater world, keep an eye out for diverse marine life, including majestic manta rays, elusive whale sharks, and colorful nudibranchs.

Onboard, you can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and refreshments like hot chocolate and snacks throughout your trip. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out, the MV Explorer offers a unique opportunity to explore Thailand's rich marine biodiversity in comfort.

Routes & departures

Specialising All Islands/13 days13 nights · 40 dives · 100 Departures
  1. 1
    Day 1

    You can check in anytime before 4 pm on departure day. Drop your luggage in our storage room and explore the town, go to the beach, grab a massage, and/or eat dinner. We meet back at the dive center at 7:30 pm ready for departure. If you have your own equipment you will take it with you in our taxi to the boat. If you are using Sea Dragon equipment, the dive staff will take it to the boat earlier and set it up for you. You must check it thoroughly yourself after the boat briefing. Your Trip Supervisor will give a quick pre-departure briefing before we leave the dive center. Our southern trips depart from Thap Lamu harbor, which takes about 20 minutes by taxi. Our northern trips depart from Khuraburi harbor, which takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus. Onboard, we will show you to your cabin where you can stow your luggage. The Trip Supervisor will then give a boat orientation and briefing on the middle deck. The journey to the islands takes about 4-5 hours to the Similans or Koh Tachai, 3-4 hours to the Surins • Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors A typical day will usually follow this pattern: 06:20hrs Early wake-up call, giving you time to grab tea/coffee and a snack 06:40hrs Dive brief on the middle deck (an extended brief on day 1 covers our diving & safety procedures) 07:30hrs Dive 1 09:00hrs Western-style cooked breakfast in the dining area 11:30hrs Dive 2 13:00hrs Thai-style lunch in the dining area 15:30hrs Dive 3 16:30hrs An afternoon snack is served on the middle deck, come and help yourself 19:00hrs Dive 4 – night dive 21:00hrs Thai-style dinner in the dining area

  2. 2
    Day 2

    3 dives including a night dive in Similan Islands Beach visit

  3. 3
    Day 3

    4 dives in Similan Islands including a night dive in Koh Bon

  4. 4
    Day 4

    4 dives in Koh Bon including sunset dive in Koh Tachai

  5. 5
    Day 5

    3 dives in the Surin Islands Beach visit BBQ party on board

  6. 6
    Day 6

    2 dives in Richelieu Rock

  7. 7
    Day 7

    3 dives in Koh Tachai BBQ party on board

  8. 8
    Day 8

    4 dives including sunset dive in the Surin Islands

  9. 9
    Day 9

    2 dives in Richelieu Rock

  10. 10
    Day 10

    3 dives including night dive in Surin Islands

  11. 11
    Day 11

    4 dives in Richelieu Rock including a night dive Koh Tachai

  12. 12
    Day 12

    4 dives in Koh Tachai including sunset dive in Koh Bon

  13. 13
    Day 13

    3 dives in Koh Bon and Similan Islands Beach visit BBQ party on board

  14. 14
    Day 14

    2 day dives in Similan Islands Unfortunately, our trip has come to an end it's the last morning so some photos with the crew, and then it's time for goodbyes as the guests are accompanied ashore and to the airport for their flights. The last dive will be on the last day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive.

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Regulations in Thailand make it mandatory to provide PADI Travel with all required info within 48 hours after receiving confirmation. If you fail to provide the requested information, the boat reserves the right to cancel your reservation without further notice. Your confirmation email/invoice document will tell you which information needs to be returned without delay.

Getting there

From the Dive Center to Khuraburi harbor, the ride is about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus; while from the Dive Center to Taplamu the ride is about 20 minutes. This trip (13-day south-to-north trip) is the 5-day south-to-north trip, the 3-day trip, and the 5-day north-to-south trip run back-to-back, and the boat return to Khuraburi harbour for a few hours between the trips.

Departures · 100

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Oct 17, 2026 – Oct 30, 202613THB 74,0001 left
Oct 17, 2026 – Oct 22, 20265THB 33,00013 left
Oct 17, 2026 – Oct 25, 20268THB 47,0009 left
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Oct 25, 2026 – Oct 30, 20265THB 33,00010 left
Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 15, 202613THB 70,0002 left
Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 7, 20265THB 33,0004 left
Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 10, 20268THB 45,0002 left
Nov 7, 2026 – Nov 10, 20263THB 25,0002 left
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Nov 10, 2026 – Nov 15, 20265THB 33,0002 left
Nov 17, 2026 – Nov 30, 202613THB 70,0004 left
Nov 17, 2026 – Nov 25, 20268THB 45,0004 left
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Nov 22, 2026 – Nov 30, 20268THB 45,000—
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Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 15, 202613THB 70,000—
Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 7, 20265THB 33,000—
Dec 7, 2026 – Dec 10, 20263THB 25,00012 left
Dec 7, 2026 – Dec 15, 20268THB 45,0003 left
Dec 10, 2026 – Dec 15, 20265THB 33,0003 left
Dec 17, 2026 – Dec 25, 20268THB 45,0004 left
Dec 17, 2026 – Dec 22, 20265THB 33,0006 left
Dec 17, 2026 – Dec 30, 202613THB 70,0004 left
Dec 22, 2026 – Dec 25, 20263THB 25,0004 left
Dec 22, 2026 – Dec 30, 20268THB 45,0004 left
Dec 25, 2026 – Dec 30, 20265THB 33,0009 left
Jan 2, 2027 – Jan 15, 202713THB 70,0007 left
Jan 2, 2027 – Jan 10, 20278THB 45,0005 left
Jan 2, 2027 – Jan 7, 20275THB 33,0007 left
Jan 7, 2027 – Jan 15, 20278THB 45,00012 left
Jan 7, 2027 – Jan 10, 20273THB 25,00012 left
Jan 10, 2027 – Jan 15, 20275THB 33,00012 left
Jan 17, 2027 – Jan 30, 202713THB 70,00012 left
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Jan 17, 2027 – Jan 25, 20278THB 45,00012 left
Jan 22, 2027 – Jan 30, 20278THB 45,00015 left
Jan 22, 2027 – Jan 25, 20273THB 25,00015 left
Jan 25, 2027 – Jan 30, 20275THB 33,00015 left
Feb 1, 2027 – Feb 6, 20275THB 33,00010 left
Feb 1, 2027 – Feb 9, 20278THB 45,0004 left
Feb 1, 2027 – Feb 14, 202713THB 70,0004 left
Feb 6, 2027 – Feb 9, 20273THB 25,0004 left
Feb 6, 2027 – Feb 14, 20278THB 45,0004 left
Feb 9, 2027 – Feb 14, 20275THB 33,00010 left
Feb 16, 2027 – Feb 21, 20275THB 33,000—
Feb 16, 2027 – Mar 1, 202713THB 74,0004 left
Feb 16, 2027 – Feb 24, 20278THB 45,000—
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Feb 21, 2027 – Feb 24, 20273THB 25,000—
Feb 24, 2027 – Mar 1, 20275THB 33,000—
Mar 3, 2027 – Mar 8, 20275THB 33,00012 left
Mar 3, 2027 – Mar 11, 20278THB 45,00014 left
Mar 3, 2027 – Mar 16, 202713THB 70,00012 left
Mar 8, 2027 – Mar 11, 20273THB 25,00012 left
Mar 8, 2027 – Mar 16, 20278THB 45,00012 left
Mar 11, 2027 – Mar 16, 20275THB 33,00014 left
Mar 18, 2027 – Mar 26, 20278THB 45,00011 left
Mar 18, 2027 – Mar 31, 202713THB 70,0009 left
Mar 18, 2027 – Mar 23, 20275THB 33,00012 left
Mar 23, 2027 – Mar 31, 20278THB 45,00011 left
Mar 23, 2027 – Mar 26, 20273THB 25,00011 left
Mar 26, 2027 – Mar 31, 20275THB 33,00013 left
Apr 2, 2027 – Apr 10, 20278THB 45,00011 left
Apr 2, 2027 – Apr 15, 202713THB 70,00011 left
Apr 2, 2027 – Apr 7, 20275THB 33,00011 left
Apr 7, 2027 – Apr 10, 20273THB 25,00013 left
Apr 7, 2027 – Apr 15, 20278THB 45,00013 left
Apr 10, 2027 – Apr 15, 20275THB 33,00015 left
Apr 17, 2027 – Apr 25, 20278THB 45,00016 left
Apr 17, 2027 – Apr 30, 202713THB 70,00016 left
Apr 17, 2027 – Apr 22, 20275THB 33,00016 left
Apr 22, 2027 – Apr 25, 20273THB 25,00016 left
Apr 22, 2027 – Apr 30, 20278THB 45,00016 left
Apr 25, 2027 – Apr 30, 20275THB 33,00016 left
May 2, 2027 – May 10, 20278THB 45,00015 left
May 2, 2027 – May 7, 20275THB 33,00015 left
May 2, 2027 – May 15, 202713THB 70,00014 left
May 7, 2027 – May 15, 20278THB 45,00015 left
May 7, 2027 – May 10, 20273THB 25,00015 left
May 10, 2027 – May 15, 20275THB 33,00015 left
Oct 17, 2027 – Oct 22, 20275THB 33,00016 left
Oct 17, 2027 – Oct 30, 202713THB 70,00016 left
Oct 17, 2027 – Oct 25, 20278THB 45,00016 left
Oct 22, 2027 – Oct 30, 20278THB 45,00016 left
Oct 22, 2027 – Oct 25, 20273THB 25,00016 left
Oct 25, 2027 – Oct 30, 20275THB 33,00016 left
Nov 2, 2027 – Nov 10, 20278THB 45,00016 left
Nov 2, 2027 – Nov 7, 20275THB 33,00016 left
Nov 2, 2027 – Nov 15, 202713THB 70,00016 left
Nov 7, 2027 – Nov 10, 20273THB 25,00016 left
Nov 7, 2027 – Nov 15, 20278THB 45,00016 left
Nov 10, 2027 – Nov 15, 20275THB 33,00016 left
Nov 17, 2027 – Nov 30, 202713THB 70,00016 left
Nov 17, 2027 – Nov 22, 20275THB 33,00016 left
Nov 17, 2027 – Nov 25, 20278THB 45,00016 left
Nov 22, 2027 – Nov 25, 20273THB 25,00016 left
South - North/5 days5 nights · 15 dives
  1. 1
    Day 1

    You can check in anytime before 4 pm on departure day. Drop your luggage in our storage room and explore the town, go to the beach, grab a massage, and/or eat dinner. We meet back at the dive center at 7:30 pm ready for departure.• Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors

  2. 2
    Day 2

    3 dives including a night dive in Similan Islands A typical day will usually follow this pattern: 06:20hrs Early wake-up call, giving you time to grab tea/coffee and a snack 06:40hrs Dive brief on the middle deck (an extended brief on day 1 covers our diving & safety procedures) 07:30hrs Dive 1 09:00hrs Western-style cooked breakfast in the dining area 11:30hrs Dive 2 13:00hrs Thai-style lunch in the dining area 15:30hrs Dive 3 16:30hrs An afternoon snack is served on the middle deck, come and help yourself 19:00hrs Dive 4 – night dive 21:00hrs Thai-style dinner in the dining area

  3. 3
    Day 3

    4 dives in Similan Islands including a night dive in Koh Bon

  4. 4
    Day 4

    4 dives in Koh Bon including sunset dive in Koh Tachai

  5. 5
    Day 5

    3 dives in Surin Islands Beach visit BBQ party on board

  6. 6
    Day 6

    2 day dives at Richelieu Rock Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Regulations in Thailand make it mandatory to provide PADI Travel with all required info within 48 hours after receiving confirmation. If you fail to provide the requested information, the boat reserves the right to cancel your reservation without further notice. Your confirmation email/invoice document will tell you which information needs to be returned without delay.

Getting there

From the Dive Center to Khuraburi harbor, the ride is about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus; while from the Dive Center to Taplamu the ride is about 20 minutes.

South - North/8 days8 nights · 24 dives
  1. 1
    Day 1

    You can check in anytime before 4 pm on departure day. Drop your luggage in our storage room and explore the town, go to the beach, grab a massage, and/or eat dinner. We meet back at the dive center at 7:30 pm ready for departure. If you have your own equipment you will take it with you in our taxi to the boat. If you are using Sea Dragon equipment, the dive staff will take it to the boat earlier and set it up for you. You must check it thoroughly yourself after the boat briefing. Your Trip Supervisor will give a quick pre-departure briefing before we leave the dive center. Our southern trips depart from Thap Lamu harbor, which takes about 20 minutes by taxi. Our northern trips depart from Khuraburi harbor, which takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus. Onboard, we will show you to your cabin where you can stow your luggage. The Trip Supervisor will then give a boat orientation and briefing on the middle deck. The journey to the islands takes about 4-5 hours to the Similans or Koh Tachai, 3-4 hours to the Surins. • Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors A typical day will usually follow this pattern: 06:20hrs Early wake-up call, giving you time to grab tea/coffee and a snack 06:40hrs Dive brief on the middle deck (an extended brief on day 1 covers our diving & safety procedures) 07:30hrs Dive 1 09:00hrs Western-style cooked breakfast in the dining area 11:30hrs Dive 2 13:00hrs Thai-style lunch in the dining area 15:30hrs Dive 3 16:30hrs An afternoon snack is served on the middle deck, come and help yourself 19:00hrs Dive 4 – night dive 21:00hrs Thai-style dinner in the dining area

  2. 2
    Day 2

    3 Dives in Similan Islands including a night dive Beach visit

  3. 3
    Day 3

    4 dives in Similan Island including a night dive in Koh Bon

  4. 4
    Day 4

    4 dives in Koh Bon including a sunset dive Koh Tachai

  5. 5
    Day 5

    3 dives in Surin Island Beach visit BBQ party on board

  6. 6
    Day 6

    2 dives in Richelieu Rock Return to Khuraburi Harbour few hours.

  7. 7
    Day 7

    3 dives in Koh Tachai BBQ party on board

  8. 8
    Day 8

    4 dives including a sunset dive in Surin Islands

  9. 9
    Day 9

    2 dives in Richelieu Rock Unfortunately, our trip has come to an end it's the last morning so some photos with the crew, and then it's time for goodbyes as the guests are accompanied ashore and to the airport for their flights. The last dive will be on the last day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive.

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Regulations in Thailand make it mandatory to provide PADI Travel with all required info within 48 hours after receiving confirmation. If you fail to provide the requested information, the boat reserves the right to cancel your reservation without further notice. Your confirmation email/invoice document will tell you which information needs to be returned without delay.

Getting there

From the Dive Center to Khuraburi harbor, the ride is about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus; while from the Dive Center to Taplamu the ride is about 20 minutes. This "8-day trip" takes you from south to north, seamlessly combining the "5-day" and 3-day" trips, with a brief stop at Khuraburi harbor between the  two trips.

Northern/3 days3 nights · 8 dives
  1. 1
    Day 1

    You can check in anytime before 4 pm on departure day. Drop your luggage in our storage room and explore the town, go to the beach, grab a massage, and/or eat dinner. We meet back at the dive center at 7:30 pm ready for departure. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors

  2. 2
    Day 2

    3 dives in Koh Tachai - BBQ party on board A typical day will usually follow this pattern: 06:20hrs Early wake-up call, giving you time to grab tea/coffee and a snack 06:40hrs Dive brief on the middle deck (an extended brief on day 1 covers our diving & safety procedures) 07:30hrs Dive 1 09:00hrs Western-style cooked breakfast in the dining area 11:30hrs Dive 2 13:00hrs Thai-style lunch in the dining area 15:30hrs Dive 3 16:30hrs An afternoon snack is served on the middle deck, come and help yourself 19:00hrs Dive 4 – night dive 21:00hrs Thai-style dinner in the dining area

  3. 3
    Day 3

    4 dives including a sunset dive in Surin Islands - Beach visit

  4. 4
    Day 4

    2 dives in Richelieu Rock Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Regulations in Thailand make it mandatory to provide PADI Travel with all required info within 48 hours after receiving confirmation. If you fail to provide the requested information, the boat reserves the right to cancel your reservation without further notice. Your confirmation email/invoice document will tell you which information needs to be returned without delay.

Getting there

From the dive shop to Khuraburi harbor, the ride is about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus.

North - South/8 days8 nights · 24 dives
  1. 1
    Day 1

    You can check in anytime before 4 pm on departure day. Drop your luggage in our storage room and explore the town, go to the beach, grab a massage, and/or eat dinner. We meet back at the dive center at 7:30 pm ready for departure. If you have your own equipment you will take it with you in our taxi to the boat. If you are using Sea Dragon equipment, the dive staff will take it to the boat earlier and set it up for you. You must check it thoroughly yourself after the boat briefing. Your Trip Supervisor will give a quick pre-departure briefing before we leave the dive center. Our southern trips depart from Thap Lamu harbor, which takes about 20 minutes by taxi. Our northern trips depart from Khuraburi harbor, which takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus. Onboard, we will show you to your cabin where you can stow your luggage. The Trip Supervisor will then give a boat orientation and briefing on the middle deck. The journey to the islands takes about 4-5 hours to the Similans or Koh Tachai, 3-4 hours to the Surins. • Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors A typical day will usually follow this pattern: 06:20hrs Early wake-up call, giving you time to grab tea/coffee and a snack 06:40hrs Dive brief on the middle deck (an extended brief on day 1 covers our diving & safety procedures) 07:30hrs Dive 1 09:00hrs Western-style cooked breakfast in the dining area 11:30hrs Dive 2 13:00hrs Thai-style lunch in the dining area 15:30hrs Dive 3 16:30hrs An afternoon snack is served on the middle deck, come and help yourself 19:00hrs Dive 4 – night dive 21:00hrs Thai-style dinner in the dining area

  2. 2
    Day 2

    3 Dives in Koh Tachai BBQ party on board

  3. 3
    Day 3

    4 Dives including a sunset dive in Surin Islands Beach visit

  4. 4
    Day 4

    2 Dives in Richelieu Rock Return to Khuraburi Harbour few hours.

  5. 5
    Day 5

    3 dives including night dive in Surin Islands Beach visit

  6. 6
    Day 6

    4 dives in Richelieu Rock including a night dive Koh Tachai

  7. 7
    Day 7

    4 dives in Koh Tachai including a sunset dive Koh Bon

  8. 8
    Day 8

    3 dives in Koh Bon & Similan islands Beach visit BBQ party on board

  9. 9
    Day 9

    2 dives in Similan islands Unfortunately, our trip has come to an end it's the last morning so some photos with the crew, and then it's time for goodbyes as the guests are accompanied ashore and to the airport for their flights. The last dive will be on the last day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive.

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Regulations in Thailand make it mandatory to provide PADI Travel with all required info within 48 hours after receiving confirmation. If you fail to provide the requested information, the boat reserves the right to cancel your reservation without further notice. Your confirmation email/invoice document will tell you which information needs to be returned without delay.

Getting there

From the Dive Center to Khuraburi harbor, the ride is about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus; while from the Dive Center to Taplamu the ride is about 20 minutes. This "8-day trip" takes you from north to south, seamlessly combining the "3-day" and "5-day" trips, with a brief stop at Khuraburi harbor between the two trips.

North - South/5 days5 nights · 15 dives
  1. 1
    Day 1

    You can check in anytime before 4 pm on departure day. Drop your luggage in our storage room and explore the town, go to the beach, grab a massage, and/or eat dinner. We meet back at the dive center at 7:30 pm ready for departure. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors.

  2. 2
    Day 2

    3 dives including night dive in Surin Islands Beach visit A typical day will usually follow this pattern: 06:20hrs Early wake-up call, giving you time to grab tea/coffee and a snack 06:40hrs Dive brief on the middle deck (an extended brief on day 1 covers our diving & safety procedures) 07:30hrs Dive 1 09:00hrs Western-style cooked breakfast in the dining area 11:30hrs Dive 2 13:00hrs Thai-style lunch in the dining area 15:30hrs Dive 3 16:30hrs An afternoon snack is served on the middle deck, come and help yourself 19:00hrs Dive 4 – night dive 21:00hrs Thai-style dinner in the dining area

  3. 3
    Day 3

    4 dives in Richelieu Rock including a night dive Koh Tachai

  4. 4
    Day 4

    4 dives in Koh Tachai including a sunset dive Koh Bon

  5. 5
    Day 5

    3 dives in Koh Bon & Similan islands Beach visit BBQ party on board

  6. 6
    Day 6

    2 dives in Similan islands Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon! The last dive will be on the last day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive.

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Regulations in Thailand make it mandatory to provide PADI Travel with all required info within 48 hours after receiving confirmation. If you fail to provide the requested information, the boat reserves the right to cancel your reservation without further notice. Your confirmation email/invoice document will tell you which information needs to be returned without delay.

Getting there

From the Dive Center to Khuraburi harbor, the ride is about 1 hour 20 minutes by air-conditioned minibus; while from the Dive Center to Taplamu the ride is about 20 minutes

What's included

  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Tea
  • ✓ Water
  • ✓ Soft drinks
  • ✓ Night dive
  • ✓ Full scuba set
  • ✓ Weight Belt/Weights/Tank(s)
  • ✓ Transfer, at the end of the trip, by taxi to your hotel (Khao Lak/Bang Niang area)
  • ✓ Hot chocolate
  • ✓ Fruit, cornflakes, and cookies (available at all times throughout the trip)
  • ✓ Internet available when in range
  • ✕ Tips for the crew
  • ✕ Local beer & wine
  • ✕ National/Marine Park Fees (snorkeler or non-diver)
  • ✕ PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox)
  • ✕ PADI Advanced Open Water
  • ✕ Nitrox
  • ✕ 15 liter tanks
  • ✕ Transfer to/from the airport (round-trip)
  • ✕ X-Deep Wings
  • ✕ National/Marine Park Fees (divers)
  • ✕ PADI Adventure Deep Dive
  • ✕ Long wetsuit

Marine life

TunaBarracudaSeahorseEagle rayManta raySting rayHammerhead sharkNurse sharksWhale sharkHumpback whaleNudibranchNapoleon fishOctopus

Facilities & amenities

Wi-Fi (free)Nitrox ($)

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