
MV Dolphin Queen
Embark on an unparalleled underwater adventure with the MV Dolphin Queen and delve into the mesmerizing depths of the Similan Islands, Bon Tachai Islands, Surin Islands, and the legendary Richelieu Rock. Our dedicated team of experts is committed to providing an extraordinary Liveaboard Diving Safari experience, catering to divers of all skill levels.
Discover the wonders of the MV Dolphin Explorer as you join an incredible journey to explore the breathtaking Similan Islands, Bon Tachai Islands, Surin Islands, and the legendary Richelieu Rock. Our team of seasoned experts is unwaveringly dedicated to curating an exceptional Liveaboard Diving Safari experience, ensuring unparalleled satisfaction for divers of all proficiency levels.
Liveaboard Safari Options
With our specially designed 5 Days 5 Nights liveaboard safari, you have the opportunity to indulge in a total of 18 exhilarating dives. This immersive experience is carefully crafted to leave you in awe of the stunning underwater landscapes. For those with limited time, our 3 Days 3 Nights Liveaboard, offering 10 dives, is the perfect choice to make the most of your diving adventure.
Immerse in Pristine Waters
Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea, celebrated for its pristine conditions, excellent visibility, and diverse marine life. Marvel at the vibrant corals, majestic reefs, and captivating pinnacles that create the perfect habitat for Manta Rays, Eagle rays, Leopard sharks, and even Whale sharks.
Explore the Macro World
Prepare to be amazed by the fascinating macro world, home to intriguing creatures like nudibranches, ghostpipe fish, and harlequin shrimps. Our diving adventures on the MV Dolphin Queen promise an extraordinary experience that will create memories lasting a lifetime. Are you ready to dive into the extraordinary?
About the MV Dolphin Queen
Experience the epitome of diving adventures aboard the M/V Dolphin Queen, where we cater to a maximum of 20 divers. Our cabins, featuring private A/C and windows, prioritize your safety and comfort. Dive with peace of mind in our small groups of 4 divers per guide, ensuring security and enjoyment throughout your journey. We are committed to environmental sustainability, providing eco-friendly biodegradable soap, shampoos, and plastic-free water bottles to all our esteemed guests.
Dive Sites Exploration:
Similan Islands:
Experience the thrill of diving with visibility up to 50 meters during the diving season. Most dive sites in the Similan Marine National Park start at a depth of 25-30 meters. Open Water divers are highly recommended to complete the Advanced Open Water course or the Adventure Deep Dive to explore the incredible underwater world up to a maximum depth of 30 meters. The Similan Islands, with their nine stunning islands, are a diver’s paradise. Dive among giant granite boulders creating unique dive sites on the west side and sloping coral reefs with white sandy bottoms on the east side.
Koh Bon
Discover the enchantment of Koh Bon Island, the only island in the Similan Marine National Park made entirely of limestone. This unique landscape fosters the growth of a vibrant array of soft and hard corals, creating an underwater paradise for divers. Immerse yourself in the presence of magnificent Giant Oceanic Manta Rays, graceful Whale Sharks, and other fascinating marine creatures.
Koh Tachai
Embark on an extraordinary adventure to Koh Tachai, the northernmost island of the Similan Marine National Park. Its breathtaking plateau, encircled by colossal granite boulders, attracts schools of barracudas and giant trevallies. Prepare to be mesmerized by the sight of majestic Giant Oceanic Manta Rays, awe-inspiring Whale Sharks, elegant Leopard Sharks, and the elusive white tip and black tip reef sharks that roam the Koh Tachai Plateau.
Surin Islands
Dive into the splendors of Surin Marine National Park, an archipelago comprised of five islands and the legendary Richelieu Rock. Located 103 km off the coast of Khao Lak in Phang-Nga province, southern Thailand, and 88 km north of the Similan Islands, this pristine sanctuary offers underwater visibility ranging from 15 meters to an impressive 50 meters during the diving season.
From mid-October to mid-May, tourists are welcome to explore this natural wonder, while the monsoon season (mid-May to mid-October) invites the park to rejuvenate. Uncover the wonders of Surin Islands, including Surin North, Surin South, Koh Ri, Koh Khai, and Koh Klang. Marvel at the captivating topography sculpted by colossal granite boulders, featuring gently sloping reefs on the east side and awe-inspiring dive sites adorned with giant granite boulders on the west.
Moken Village
Surin South is home to the fascinating Moken Village, where you can immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Moken people, sea nomads who traditionally traversed the Andaman Sea between Thailand and Myanmar (Burma). Visit the village during your surface interval to gain a unique insight into their captivating way of life. On Surin North, you can find a ranger station and charming bungalows, allowing you to indulge in an overnight stay surrounded by untouched natural beauty.
With new dive sites to explore and captivating wildlife to encounter on land, the Surin Islands beckon adventurous divers seeking an unforgettable experience.
Richelieu Rock
Richelieu Rock is an incredible diving spot located 16km east of the Surin Islands, within the Surin Marine National Park. Renowned as one of the world’s most famous dive sites, Richelieu Rock is a limestone pinnacle that supports a diverse array of soft and hard corals. This vibrant ecosystem is teeming with marine life, including big schools of Emperors, Trevallies, Barracudas, Fusiliers, Snappers, and more.
Dive enthusiasts will have the opportunity to encounter fascinating macro life, such as Thorny Seahorses, Tiger-tail Seahorses, Ghost-pipe Fish, Harlequin Shrimps, and an incredible variety of nudibranch species. Notably, Richelieu Rock is also known as a gathering spot for majestic Whale Sharks. Whether you are captivated by macro or enthralled by schools of fish, Richelieu Rock should be at the top of your diving bucket list.
What we think about the MV Dolphin Queen
Concluding our exploration, MV Dolphin Queen provides more than just a liveaboard adventure; it serves as a portal to an enchanting underwater realm. Embark on this extraordinary journey with us, where each dive unveils a fresh revelation, and every instant becomes a vivid stroke on the canvas of your diving recollections. Plunge into the depths, immerse yourself in the beauty that surrounds, and allow MV Dolphin Queen to reshape and redefine your underwater odyssey. Does the time schedule of the MV Dolphin Queen not in your holiday planning? Take a look at the Manta Queen Two, MV Andaman, or the Manta Queen Three.
- 3 or 5 Days
- 10 or 18 Dives
- Similan & Surin islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu rock
- Max 4 divers with 1 professional guide
- Nitrox Tank available
- Best price guarantee
- Book with local diving experts




ITINERARY 3 DAYS
Day 0 ( This is the day mentioned in the schedule as starting day )
- 16.00 PM Arrive at the dive center, checking in
- 19.00 PM Transfer to the liveaboard at Tab Lamub harbor
- 20.30 PM Dinner buffet
Dive Day 1: 4 Dives
- 06.00 AM Wake up call
- 06.30 AM Dive Briefing
- 07.00 AM Dive 1
- 08.30 AM Full breakfast and time to relax
- 10.30 AM Dive Briefing
- 11.00 AM Dive 2
- 12.30 PM Lunch buffet, time to relax
- 14.30 PM Dive Briefing
- 15.00 PM Dive 3
- 16.30 PM Time for relaxing, fruits and snacks
- 18.30 PM Dive Briefing
- 19.00 PM Dive 4
- 20.30 PM Dinner buffet
Dive Day 2: 4 Dives
- 06:00 AM Wake up call
- 06.20 AM Dive Briefing
- 06.45 AM Dive 5
- 08.00 AM Full breakfast and time to relax
- 10.15 AM Dive Briefing
- 10.30 AM Dive 6
- 12.00 PM Lunch buffet, time to relax
- 14.15 PM Dive Briefing
- 14.30 PM Dive 7
- 16.00 PM Time for relaxing, fruits and snacks
- 17.15 PM Dive Briefing
- 17.30 PM Dive 8
- 19.00 PM Dinner buffet
Dive Day 3: 2 Dives
- 06:00 AM Wake up call
- 06.20 AM Dive Briefing
- 06.45 AM Dive 9
- 08.30 AM Full breakfast and time to relax
- 10.15 AM Dive Briefing
- 10.30 AM Dive 10
- Liveaboard returns to the harbor
- Arrival at the dive center between 16.00 -18.00 PM
The schedule can be changed due weather, sea conditions, instructions by the national park authorities.
ITINERARY 5 DAYS
Day 0 ( This is the day mentioned in the schedule as starting day )
- 16.00 PM Arrive at the dive center, checking in
- 19.00 PM Transfer to the liveaboard at Tab Lamub harbor
- 20.30 PM Dinner buffet
Dive Day 1: 4 Dives
- 06.00 AM Wake up call
- 06.30 AM Dive Briefing
- 07.00 AM Dive 1
- 08.30 AM Full breakfast and time to relax
- 10.30 AM Dive Briefing
- 11.00 AM Dive 2
- 12.30 PM Lunch buffet, time to relax
- 14.30 PM Dive Briefing
- 15.00 PM Dive 3
- 16.30 PM Time for relaxing, fruits and snacks
- 18.30 PM Dive Briefing
- 19.00 PM Dive 4
- 20.30 PM Dinner buffet
Dive Day 2: 4 Dives
- 06:00 AM Wake up call
- 06.20 AM Dive Briefing
- 06.45 AM Dive 5
- 08.00 AM Full breakfast and time to relax
- 10.15 AM Dive Briefing
- 10.30 AM Dive 6
- 12.00 PM Lunch buffet, time to relax
- 14.15 PM Dive Briefing
- 14.30 PM Dive 7
- 16.00 PM Time for relaxing, fruits and snacks
- 17.15 PM Dive Briefing
- 17.30 PM Dive 8
- 19.00 PM Dinner buffet
Dive Day 3: 4 Dives
- 06.00 AM Wake up call
- 06.30 AM Dive Briefing
- 07.00 AM Dive 9
- 08.30 AM Full breakfast and time to relax
- 10.30 AM Dive Briefing
- 11.00 AM Dive 10
- 12.30 PM Lunch buffet, time to relax
- 14.30 PM Dive Briefing
- 15.00 PM Dive 11
- 16.30 PM Time for relaxing, fruits and snacks
- 18.30 PM Dive Briefing
- 19.00 PM Dive 12
- 20.30 PM Dinner buffet
Dive Day 4: 4 Dives
- 06:00 AM Wake up call
- 06.20 AM Dive Briefing
- 06.45 AM Dive 13
- 08.00 AM Full breakfast and time to relax
- 10.15 AM Dive Briefing
- 10.30 AM Dive 14
- 12.00 PM Lunch buffet, time to relax
- 14.15 PM Dive Briefing
- 14.30 PM Dive 15
- 16.00 PM Time for relaxing, fruits and snacks
- 17.15 PM Dive Briefing
- 17.30 PM Dive 16
- 19.00 PM Dinner buffet
Dive Day 3: 2 Dives
- 06:00 AM Wake up call
- 06.20 AM Dive Briefing
- 06.45 AM Dive 17
- 08.30 AM Full breakfast and time to relax
- 10.15 AM Dive Briefing
- 10.30 AM Dive 18
- Liveaboard returns to the harbor
- Arrival at the dive center between 16.00 -18.00 PM
The schedule can be changed due weather, sea conditions, instructions by the national park authorities.
SCHEDULE OCTOBER 2026 - MAY 2027
| Trip Length | Departure | Arrival |
| 3D-3N | 27-10-26 | 30-10-26 |
| 5D-5N | 31-10-26 | 05-11-26 |
| 5D-5N | 06-11-26 | 11-11-26 |
| 3D-3N | 12-11-26 | 15-11-26 |
| 5D-5N | 16-11-26 | 21-11-26 |
| 3D-3N | 22-11-26 | 25-11-25 |
| 5D-5N | 26-11-26 | 01-12-26 |
| 3D-3N | 02-12-26 | 05-12-26 |
| 3D-3N | 06-12-26 | 09-12-26 |
| 5D-5N | 10-12-26 | 15-12-25 |
| 3N-3N | 16-12-26 | 19-12-26 |
| 5D-5N | 20-12-26 | 25-12-26 |
| 5D-5N | 26-12-26 | 31-12-26 |
| 5D-5N | 02-01-27 | 07-01-27 |
| 3D-3N | 18-01-27 | 21-01-27 |
| 5D-5N | 22-01-27 | 27-01-27 |
| 5D-5N | 29-01-27 | 03-02-27 |
| 5D-5N | 04-02-27 | 09-02-27 |
| 3D-3N | 20-02-27 | 23-02-27 |
| 5D-5N | 24-02-27 | 01-03-27 |
| 5D-5N | 02-03-27 | 07-03-27 |
| 3D-3N | 18-03-27 | 21-03-27 |
| 5D-5N | 22-03-27 | 27-03-27 |
| 5D-5N | 28-03-27 | 02-04-27 |
| 5D-5N | 03-04-27 | 08-04-27 |
| 3D-3N | 19-04-27 | 22-04-27 |
| 5D-5N | 23-04-27 | 28-04-27 |
| 3D-3N | 29-04-27 | 02-05-27 |
| 5D-5N | 03-05-27 | 08-05-27 |
| 3D-3N | 08-05-27 | 11-05-27 |
| 3D-3N | 12-05-27 | 15-05-27 |
PRICES
Single bed ( 4 Berth cabin ) Main deck
3 Days : 22.000.-
5 Days : 27.500.-
Twin bed cabin Main deck
3 Days : 23.500.-
5 Days : 29.000.-
Double bed cabin Main deck
3 Days : 24.500.-
5 Days : 30.500.-
Double bed cabin Upper deck
3 Days : 25.500.-
5 Days : 31.500.-
Included in the price are :
- Experienced dive guides and instructors
- Small dive groups of 4 divers to 1 dive guide
- All meals, fruits and snacks
- Drinking water, tea and coffee
- Torch for night dives
- Dive computer
- Towels
- 7 % VAT
Excluded in the price are :
- National park entrance and diving fees :
3 Days : 1.600.- Baht
5 Days : 2.000.- Baht
( Must be paid cash in Thai Baht ) - Full set of diving equipment : 500.- Baht per day
- Dive computer : 250.- Baht per day
- 15 Liter tank : 150.- Baht / Day
- Nitrox package 3 Days : 1.700.- Baht
- Nitrox package 5 Days : 3.060.- Baht
- Diving insurance : 350.- / Day
- Soft drinks and beers ( can be purchased at the liveaboard )



