Burma (Ranong - Ranong)

Deep Andaman Queen · Thailand · 7 Days 6 Nights

Duration
7 Days 6 Nights
Embarkation
Ranong, Thailand, Myanmar
Disembarkation
Ranong, Thailand
Dives
Approximately 20 dives in total

About this route

This 7-day liveaboard journey aboard the MV Deep Andaman Queen begins in Ranong and explores Myanmar’s remote and pristine dive sites. The itinerary includes dive areas such as Shark Cave, Black Rock, North and South Twin, Burma Banks, and Western Rocky. Expect a mix of deep dives, healthy reef systems, and pelagic-rich waters. The trip also features island visits, snorkeling, scenic beach stops, and includes cross-border travel with immigration procedures in Kawthaung.

Regions on this route

Western RockyNorth RockyKawthaungBlack RockBurma BanksNorth Twin PlateauShark Cave

Highlights

Black Rock

Black Rock is a legendary dive site, renowned for attracting an impressive array of pelagic life. Its remote location and nutrient-rich currents create an environment where divers commonly encounter reef sharks, schools of barracuda, and trevally. The site's deep waters also offer chances for manta ray and whale shark sightings.

  • Pelagic hotspot
  • Reef shark encounters
  • Schools of fish
  • Manta ray sightings

Burma Banks

The Burma Banks are a collection of submerged seamounts famous for their deep diving opportunities and encounters with large pelagic species. This area is a prime location for observing various shark species, including reef sharks, and offers the possibility of seeing oceanic manta rays and even whale sharks in deeper areas. Its remote nature means pristine conditions.

  • Deep dive opportunities
  • Large pelagic encounters
  • Shark haven
  • Pristine conditions

Kawthaung

Kawthaung serves as a crucial point for immigration procedures between Thailand and Myanmar. While not a dive site itself, its surrounding waters contribute to the region's overall marine biodiversity. The area is a gateway to the Myeik Archipelago, offering glimpses of traditional maritime life.

  • Immigration hub
  • Gateway to archipelago
  • Maritime culture

North Twin Plateau

The North Twin Plateau is part of the extensive North and South Twin dive areas, offering diverse reef systems and healthy coral. The plateau's topography creates varied habitats for a wide range of marine life, from colorful reef fish to occasional larger species. It's an excellent site for exploring different underwater environments.

  • Diverse reef systems
  • Healthy coral
  • Varied habitats
  • Colorful reef fish

Shark Cave

Shark Cave is a distinctive dive site known for its unique underwater cave system, which provides shelter for various reef sharks. Beyond the cave, the surrounding reef features healthy coral ecosystems and a variety of colorful reef fish. It offers an exciting experience for divers looking for both interesting topography and marine life.

  • Unique cave system
  • Reef shark habitat
  • Healthy coral reefs
  • Interesting topography

Western Rocky

Western Rocky is a prominent dive site offering dynamic underwater topography and a rich marine environment. Known for healthy coral ecosystems and diverse reef fish, it also provides opportunities to spot larger pelagic species. The site often features unique rock formations, making for engaging dives.

  • Dynamic topography
  • Healthy coral ecosystems
  • Diverse reef fish
  • Pelagic encounters

Requirements

  • CertificationAdvanced Open Water
  • Minimum logged dives5
  • ExperienceDivers require a minimum of 5 logged dives to participate.

Shore excursions

  • Enjoy an island visit during Day 2.
  • Snorkel at Cockscombe Island's unique lagoon.
  • Visit the island and beach at Horseshoe Island.

Good to know

  • Check-out time will be informed upon booking.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Departure and Immigration

  2. Day 2: Shark Cave Area Dives

    Dive sites: Shark cave, Submarine, Square Rock

  3. Day 3: Black Rock Dives

    Dive sites: Black Rock

  4. Day 4: Twin Islands Dives

    Dive sites: North Twin, South Twin

  5. Day 5: Burma Banks Dives

    Dive sites: Burma Banks

  6. Day 6: Sea Fan Forest & Western Rocky Dives

    Dive sites: Sea Fan Forest, Western Rocky

  7. Day 7: Northern Rocky Dive & Island Visits

    Dive sites: Northern Rocky

Upcoming departures

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