Gentle Giant · Thailand · 4 nights
Embark on an unforgettable dive safari through Thailand's Andaman Sea, exploring the world-class sites of the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock. This carefully crafted itinerary offers a blend of vibrant reefs, thrilling pelagic encounters, and iconic dive locations. Guests will enjoy personalized attention with delicious meals prepared onboard, ensuring a comfortable and memorable underwater adventure.
Guests will be picked up from the airport or hotel and transferred to Asia Marina for embarkation. After settling into cabins, a welcome dinner will be served onboard, followed by a boat departure from the pier. The evening is spent cruising towards the first dive destination.
Today's diving focuses on the Similan Islands, known for their crystal-clear waters and diverse marine life. Dive sites like West of Eden and Elephant Head Rock feature stunning coral gardens, dramatic rock formations, and walls that attract a variety of reef fish. Expect lively drift dives and opportunities for macro photography in the shallower areas.
Dive sites: West of Eden, Elephant Head Rock, Numchai Bay (Night dive)
Today's dives explore the renowned sites of Koh Bon and Koh Tachai, celebrated for their opportunities to encounter larger marine life. Koh Bon is particularly known for its manta ray cleaning stations, while Koh Tachai Pinnacle often features schooling barracudas and other pelagic species. Expect strong currents at times, offering thrilling drift dives over rich topography.
Dive sites: 3 Trees, Koh Bon, Tachai Reef, Tachai Pinnacle
The day is dedicated to diving at Richelieu Rock, an iconic horseshoe-shaped pinnacle known for its incredibly rich biodiversity. This isolated seamount acts as a magnet for a wide array of marine life, from vibrant soft corals and macro critters to large pelagic species like whale sharks and manta rays during season. The site often features strong currents and can offer multiple dives with varied encounters.
Dive sites: Tachai Pinnacle, Richelieu Rock
The final day of the trip includes a morning dive at Boonsong Wreck, an artificial reef teeming with marine life such as schooling barracuda and various reef fish. After the dive, a final breakfast is served before transferring back to the pier and continuing to the hotel or airport. Divers should allow 24 hours after their last dive before flying.
Dive sites: Boonsong Wreck, Khao Lak Underwater Museum - T13