Andaman

Location: Thailand

Rating: 4.8/5 (387 reviews)

Andaman

About Andaman

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Thailand's Andaman Sea aboard the M/V Andaman, a vessel designed for comfort and exceptional diving adventures. Explore vibrant coral reefs and majestic marine life in an intimate setting.

The Andaman Sea, a jewel of Southeast Asia, beckons divers with its crystal-clear waters, dramatic limestone karsts, and a kaleidoscope of marine biodiversity. This region, encompassing the legendary Similan and Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and the world-renowned Richelieu Rock, is a diver's paradise, offering encounters with everything from tiny nudibranchs to majestic whale sharks and manta rays. The M/V Andaman provides the perfect platform to explore these pristine underwater landscapes, offering itineraries tailored to reveal the very best of Thailand's underwater treasures. Diving from the M/V Andaman is a seamless and exhilarating experience. The vessel is specifically designed for divers, featuring a spacious, shaded dive deck located at the stern on the lower deck, providing ample room for gear setup and preparation. Divers benefit from the convenience of a dedicated dive tender boat, ensuring easy access to even the most remote dive sites. With DIN adapters available and 12L aluminum tanks, the Andaman caters to various diving needs. The crew includes experienced dive guides who lead small groups, maximizing safety and personalized attention. Rinse tanks are provided for equipment, and a separate rinse tank is available for delicate underwater camera gear, highlighting the vessel's commitment to underwater photographers. Night dives are also a regular feature, offering a unique perspective on the nocturnal marine world. Life aboard the Andaman is characterized by comfort and a relaxed atmosphere. The vessel boasts spacious communal areas where guests can unwind and share their day's adventures. The mid-deck hosts a generous dining and lounge area, ideal for enjoying meals, attending dive briefings, or engaging in friendly games. For those seeking sun-kissed relaxation, the upper deck features an open-air sundeck complete with comfortable mattresses and beanbags, perfect for soaking up the tropical rays. Shaded canopy areas with tables and seating offer a cool retreat, ensuring everyone finds their preferred spot to relax and enjoy the stunning sea views. All cabins are air-conditioned, providing a cool sanctuary after a day of diving. Culinary delights are a highlight of the Andaman experience. Guests are treated to a full-board meal plan, featuring a delicious blend of regional Thai specialties and international cuisine. Meals are served buffet-style, allowing guests to savor a variety of dishes, with snacks available throughout the day to keep energy levels high between dives. Dining al fresco is a popular option, enhancing the tropical ambiance. The crew is attentive to dietary needs, offering vegetarian and vegan options upon request, ensuring every guest enjoys a satisfying culinary journey. Complimentary soft drinks, tea, coffee, and drinking water are always available, while beer and other alcoholic beverages can be purchased separately. Built in 1996 and thoughtfully renovated in 2024, the M/V Andaman is a robust 26-meter steel-hulled liveaboard. She comfortably accommodates up to 20 guests across 6 air-conditioned cabins, ensuring a personalized and uncrowded experience. Powered by two 6-cylinder 315HP Hino engines, she cruises smoothly at 10 knots, efficiently transporting divers to the best sites. With a beam of 5.5 meters, the vessel offers stable and spacious environments. Her substantial water capacity of 12,000 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 8,000 liters ensure extended journeys to remote locations. The Andaman offers flexible itineraries ranging from 3, 4, to 7 nights, with options to combine shorter trips into a comprehensive week-long adventure. Embarkation and disembarkation points vary depending on the itinerary, typically involving locations like Thap Lamu and Khuraburi. Guests are responsible for their own transfers to and from these ports, though hotel and airport transfers are available as optional extras. The best season for diving in the Andaman Sea generally runs from November to May, offering optimal conditions for exploring these world-class dive sites. This liveaboard is an excellent choice for divers of all experience levels who appreciate a comfortable, well-organized diving holiday with a friendly and professional crew. Its flexible itinerary options make it suitable for those looking for shorter getaways or extended explorations of Thailand's magnificent underwater world. The emphasis on good food, spacious relaxation areas, and a dedicated dive setup ensures a memorable and enjoyable trip for individuals, couples, and small groups alike.

Vessel Specifications

  • Length: 26m
  • Guest capacity: 20
  • Year built: 1996
  • WiFi: Available

Cabins

  • Cabin #1 Beds Left - ENSUITE DBL (sleeps 2) — Double — Discover this inviting cabin, situated on the lower deck, featuring a comfortable fixed double bed. Guests will appreciate the climate-controlled environment and the convenience of a private en-suite
  • Cabin #2 Beds Right - ENSUITE DBL (sleeps 2) — Double — Discover comfort in this cabin, located on the lower deck and featuring a fixed double bed. This air-conditioned space includes a private bathroom, individual reading lamps, 220-volt power sockets, an
  • Cabin #3 Beds Right - DOUBLE (sleeps 2) — Double — This private cabin, situated on the lower deck, features a fixed double bed, perfect for two guests. It offers a comfortable stay with climate control and access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests
  • Cabin #4 Beds Left - DOUBLE (sleeps 2) — Double — Discover this inviting cabin situated on the lower deck, featuring a comfortable fixed double bed. Guests will appreciate the shared bathroom facilities. This air-conditioned space is thoughtfully equ
  • Cabin #5 Beds Left - DORM (sleeps 6) — Twin — This cabin features six individual twin beds, making it ideal for groups or solo adventurers. Each cabin is equipped with climate control for your comfort. Guests will find personal reading lamps, con
  • Cabin #6 Beds Right - DORM (sleeps 6) — Twin — This cabin features six individual twin beds, providing a comfortable stay. Each cabin is equipped with air conditioning for your comfort, along with personal reading lamps, 220-volt power outlets, an

Itineraries

Koh Ha/Hin Deang/Hin Muang/Phi Phi Islands/Racha Islands

Duration: 4 nights

Embarkation: Phuket Pier

This liveaboard journey explores the vibrant dive sites of the South Andaman Sea, departing from and returning to Phuket. The itinerary showcases Southern Thailand's diverse marine environments, from the rich coral gardens of Koh Haa to the dramatic pinnacles of Hin Daeng and Hin Muang. Divers can expect a mix of macro life and large pelagic action, with opportunities to encounter various sharks, rays, and abundant reef fish. The trip culminates with dives around the Racha Islands, offering stun

Similan, Bon, Tachai, Surin & Richelieu (Thap Lamu - Khuraburi)

Duration: 8 nights

Embarkation: Thap Lamu, Thailand

This liveaboard adventure explores the pristine waters of Thailand's Andaman Sea, visiting the renowned Similan, Surin, and Richelieu Rock areas. Guests will discover vibrant coral gardens, diverse marine life ranging from pelagic species to intricate macro critters, and enjoy idyllic island scenery. The journey sails through marine parks, offering a mix of drift dives, pinnacle dives, and sheltered reefs, promising memorable encounters with the region's rich biodiversity. Throughout the trip, t

Surin, Richelieu, Tachai, Bon & Similan

Duration: 3 nights

Embarkation: Khuraburi Harbor

Explore the Andaman Sea's iconic northern dive sites, including the Surin and Similan National Parks, on this liveaboard journey. You'll encounter diverse coral reefs, dramatic rock formations, and oceanic currents that attract a rich variety of marine life, from colorful reef fish to pelagic visitors like manta rays and whale sharks, especially at renowned spots like Richelieu Rock and Koh Bon. This itinerary focuses on drift diving along vibrant walls and pinnacles, offering opportunities for

Similan, Bon, Tachai, Surin & Richelieu

Duration: 3 nights

Embarkation: TapLaMu Pier

This liveaboard journey explores the vibrant dive sites of Thailand, venturing from the Similan Islands in the south to the Surin Islands in the north, including the renowned Richelieu Rock. Divers can anticipate encountering a rich diversity of marine life, from colorful reef fish and macro critters to larger pelagic species like manta rays and whale sharks. The itinerary balances thrilling underwater exploration with opportunities to enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the various islands and

Surin, Tachai and Richelieu (Khuraburi - Khuraburi)

Duration: 3 nights

Embarkation: Khuraburi, Thailand

This 3-night liveaboard journey departs from Khao Lak, offering an immersive diving experience across the Surin Islands, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock. Guests will explore vibrant coral ecosystems, encounter diverse marine life, and enjoy a mix of day and night dives. The itinerary offers a structured daily schedule, opportunities for relaxation, and a barbecue, concluding back in Khao Lak.

North to South: Surin, Richelieu, Tachai, Bon & Similan (Khuraburi - Thap Lamu)

Duration: 4 nights

Embarkation: Khuraburi, Thailand

Embark on an exciting 4-night liveaboard adventure exploring the premier dive sites of Thailand, venturing from the Surin Islands to Thap Lamu. This journey offers a chance to discover pristine reefs, vibrant marine ecosystems, and iconic dive locations such as Richelieu Rock and Koh Bon. Expect a blend of exhilarating pelagic encounters and detailed macro life, showcasing the diverse underwater beauty of the Andaman Sea.

North to South: Surin, Richelieu, Tachai, Bon & Similan (Khuraburi - Thap Lamu)

Duration: 5 nights

Embarkation: Khuraburi, Thailand

This 5-night liveaboard journey takes divers through the pristine waters of Thailand, exploring the renowned Surin, Richelieu, Tachai, Bon, and Similan Islands. The route typically starts from Khuraburi and concludes in Thap Lamu, offering a comprehensive tour of some of the best dive sites in the Andaman Sea. Guests can expect a mix of vibrant coral gardens, diverse marine life, and opportunities for pelagic encounters in these rich ecosystems.

South to North: Similan, Bon, Tachai, Surin & Richelieu (Thap Lamu - Khuraburi)

Duration: 4 nights

Embarkation: Khao Lak, Thailand

This liveaboard trip journeys from south to north, exploring the renowned dive sites of the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Surin Islands, and Richelieu Rock. Divers will encounter a diverse array of marine life, from vibrant reef fish to pelagic species, across stunning underwater landscapes. The itinerary offers a mix of day dives and opportunities for beach visits and snorkeling. Beginning and ending in Khao Lak, this route provides an excellent opportunity to experience the best of Tha

Surin, Richelieu, Tachai, Bon & Similan (Khuraburi - Thap Lamu)

Duration: 8 nights

Embarkation: Khao Lak, Thailand

Embark on an incredible liveaboard journey through Thailand's Andaman Sea, exploring the renowned dive sites of the Surin and Similan Islands, including Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, and Koh Tachai. This extended trip offers world-class diving with opportunities to encounter diverse pelagic species and vibrant coral gardens. Guests will experience thrilling drift dives, explore spectacular reef formations, and enjoy the rich biodiversity of this tropical paradise. The itinerary balances exhilarating

Surin, Richelieu, Tachai, Bon & Similan (Khuraburi - Thap Lamu)

Duration: 7 nights

Embarkation: Khuraburi, Thailand

Embark on an enriching 7-night liveaboard journey exploring the exquisite dive sites of Thailand's Andaman Sea. This itinerary focuses on the renowned Similan and Surin Islands, including highlights like Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and the diverse Similan Islands. Divers can anticipate encountering a rich variety of pelagic species, vibrant coral reefs, and fascinating macro life. The trip offers an ideal blend of thrilling underwater exploration and relaxing topside activities.

Upcoming Departures

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