Deep Andaman Queen

Location: Thailand

Rating: 4.8/5 (90 reviews)

Deep Andaman Queen

About Deep Andaman Queen

Embark on an unforgettable dive adventure through Thailand's pristine waters aboard the Deep Andaman Queen, a luxurious liveaboard offering exceptional comfort and access to vibrant underwater worlds.

Thailand's Andaman Sea is a diver's paradise, renowned for its dramatic limestone karsts, crystal-clear waters, and an astonishing diversity of marine life. From the iconic Similan and Surin Islands to the vibrant reefs of the Southern Andaman Sea and the remote Mergui Archipelago in Myanmar, this region promises encounters with everything from majestic manta rays and whale sharks to tiny, fascinating macro creatures. Exploring these world-class dive sites from the comfort of the Deep Andaman Queen elevates the experience, providing unparalleled access to some of Southeast Asia's most spectacular underwater landscapes. The Deep Andaman Queen is perfectly equipped to deliver an exceptional diving experience. Her expansive, two-level dive platform is a diver's dream, offering ample space for gearing up and seamless entry and exit with two ladders. Thoughtful amenities like two freshwater showers for rinsing off and dedicated rinse buckets for cameras and personal gear ensure convenience. With Nitrox available, divers can extend their bottom times and maximize their exploration of the vibrant reefs and diverse ecosystems. The vessel's itineraries are meticulously planned to showcase the best of the region, ensuring every dive is a memorable one. Life aboard the Deep Andaman Queen is designed for relaxation and enjoyment between dives. Guests can retreat to their air-conditioned cabins, each featuring a private bathroom, charging ports, and fresh towels for ultimate comfort. Beyond the private sanctuaries, the yacht offers inviting communal spaces. A modern, air-conditioned salon provides a cozy spot with comfortable sofas and a dedicated camera station for photographers to prepare their gear. For those who prefer the open air, a spacious sundeck with a shaded lounge area is ideal for soaking up the sun, enjoying the sea breeze, or simply unwinding with a book. Culinary delights are a highlight of any journey on the Deep Andaman Queen. The outdoor dining area sets the scene for delicious buffet-style meals, featuring a delightful spread of both authentic Thai and international cuisine. With snacks available throughout the day and complimentary soft drinks, tea, and coffee, guests are well-fueled for their underwater adventures. The dedicated crew, praised for their friendly and efficient service, ensures that every meal is a satisfying experience, and special dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice, from vegetarian and vegan options to addressing food allergies. Originally built in 2008 and completely refurbished in 2019, the Deep Andaman Queen combines seasoned design with modern comforts. This 30.5-meter luxury yacht comfortably accommodates up to 23 divers across 11 cabins, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience. With a beam of 7 meters, she offers generous deck space, including a sprawling 190 square meter main deck. Powered by two 420 HP engines, she cruises smoothly at 9.5 knots and can reach a top speed of 12 knots, efficiently transporting guests to the best dive sites. For those seeking an enriching and comfortable dive liveaboard experience in Thailand, the Deep Andaman Queen offers a fantastic blend of adventure and relaxation. Her itineraries cater to divers eager to explore the iconic sites of the Similan and Surin Islands, as well as the more remote wonders of the Southern Andaman Sea and Myanmar's Mergui Archipelago. With a focus on excellent diving, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere, she is an ideal choice for both seasoned divers and those new to liveaboard adventures.

Vessel Specifications

Cabins

Itineraries

Similan + Surin + Richelieu, 4 nights

Duration: 5D4N

Explore the vibrant reefs and diverse marine life of Thailand's Andaman Sea on this 4-night itinerary. This journey combines the famous granite boulder formations and coral gardens of the Similan Islands with the strong currents and pelagic encounters often found at Koh Bon and Koh Tachai. The trip culminates at the iconic Richelieu Rock, a pinnacle renowned for its varied invertebrate life and the chance to spot larger reef predators and filter feeders, before exploring the Surin Islands and so

Thap Lamu-Southern-Lipe-Phuket

Duration: 6D5N

This itinerary explores the diverse dive sites of Southern Thailand, ranging from the gentle reefs of the Racha islands to the dramatic limestone formations and prolific marine life of Koh Ha and the Hin Daeng/Hin Muang pinnacle. Expect a mix of healthy coral gardens, a chance to encounter pelagics like manta rays and whale sharks at deeper sites, and vibrant reef fish populations throughout. The journey culminates with the rich biodiversity of Phuket's local sites, offering a comprehensive expe

Phuket-Southern/Lipe-Phuket

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights

Embark on a journey through Thailand's southern Andaman Sea, a region characterized by dramatic limestone formations both above and below the surface. This itinerary explores vibrant coral gardens, diverse reef ecosystems, and offers opportunities to encounter a variety of marine life, from schooling fish to reef sharks. You'll visit iconic sites like Phi Phi's towering walls, the striking submerged rock formations of Hin Daeng and Hin Muang, and the lush soft corals of Koh Ha. The trip culminat

Ranong-Similan-Thap Lamu

Duration: 5 days 4 nights

Explore the vibrant underwater landscapes of Thailand's Andaman Sea, from the thriving soft corals and granite boulders of the Similan Islands to the more northern, current-swept seamounts near Ranong. This itinerary offers a diverse diving experience, showcasing the nutrient-rich waters that attract pelagic species such as manta rays and whale sharks at certain times of the year, alongside a good variety of reef fish and macro life. Expect a mix of drift dives, reef exploration, and encounters

Ranong-Burma-Ranong

Duration: 7D6N

The above itinerary is an example of an average cruise. The Captain and Cruise Director will decide the best course of action based on weather conditions at the specific time of each trip. Deep Andaman Co., Ltd. retains the right to cancel or alter trips in the interest of the safety of all passengers, crews and the vessel !

Similan + Surin + Richelieu

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights

This Thai liveaboard itinerary explores the prime dive sites of the Andaman Sea, focusing on the Similan, Surin, and Richelieu regions. Divers can expect vibrant coral gardens and granite boulder formations around the Similan Islands, known for diverse reef fish and occasional pelagic encounters. The trip then extends north to Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock, renowned for spectacular biodiversity, from large schooling fish to macro life and often manta rays or whale sharks in season. The journey c

Similan + Burma + Ranong

Duration: 10D9N

This extensive liveaboard adventure traverses the vibrant Similan and Surin Islands before venturing into the remote dive sites of Myanmar. Divers can expect a diverse underwater landscape, from the dramatic granite pinnacles and coral gardens of Thailand to the deeper, current-swept seamounts of the Burma Banks, known for pelagic encounters. Key highlights include the chance to spot manta rays and whale sharks at Richelieu Rock, as well as a variety of reef sharks, schooling fish, and macro lif

Similan islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock and Surin Island

Duration: 7D6N

This itinerary explores the renowned Andaman Sea diving grounds of Thailand, famous for their vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. Divers can expect to encounter reef sharks, manta rays, and an impressive array of schooling fish across sites like the Similan Islands' granite formations and the vibrant walls of Koh Tachai. The journey culminates at Richelieu Rock, a pinnacle known for its incredible biodiversity and frequent whale shark sightings during the prime season. This route offers

Similan + Surin + Richelieu

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights

This itinerary explores Thailand's Andaman Sea, showcasing a diverse marine ecosystem. Expect vibrant coral gardens and granite boulder formations in the Similan Islands, along with pelagic encounters at Koh Bon and Koh Tachai. The journey culminates at Richelieu Rock, a horseshoe-shaped pinnacle renowned for schooling fish and potential sightings of larger predators. This route offers a balance of reef diving and opportunities to encounter a wide array of marine life in clear, generally calm wa

Ranong-Similan-Thap Lamu

Duration: 4D3N

Explore the diverse Andaman Sea on an enriching itinerary that spans from the remote north to the well-known southern dive sites. Discover the vibrant coral gardens and rich biodiversity of the Surin Islands and Richelieu Rock, renowned for their pelagic encounters and macro life. Then, transition to the iconic granite boulders and lively reefs of the Similan Islands, excellent for observing reef sharks and various fish species. This journey offers a balanced experience of thriving underwater la