About This Itinerary
The Similan & Surin Islands are widely regarded as one of Thailand’s premier liveaboard diving regions. Named after the Malay word sembilan, meaning “nine”, the Similan Islands form a chain of granite islands within a protected marine national park that also includes Koh Bon and Koh Tachai. Further north, the remote Surin Islands and Richelieu Rock add healthy reefs and rich marine life to the itinerary. Above water, verdant landscapes, dramatic granite boulders, and white sandy beaches create a striking setting, while below the surface, clear waters reveal vibrant coral reefs, schooling fish, and pelagic encounters that place the Similan and Surin Islands among the top dive destinations in Thailand and Southeast Asia
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Abundant marine life
Coral gardens
Stunning natural topography
Something for every diver
Manta rays
What's Included
Included in your trip
- ✓ Thailand return shared transfers between the local airport and the liveaboard on days of embarkation and disembarkation
- ✓ Full board accommodation (based on shared occupancy)
- ✓ Tea, coffee, fruit juice & soft drinks
- ✓ Up to 4 dives daily
- ✓ 11 litre (80 cuft) cylinder with air fills
- ✓ Weights, weight belt and SMB
Obligatory surcharges
- ⓘ Marine Park & Port Fees (per person): US$ 80
- ⓘ Fuel Surcharge: US$ 15 per night
Not included
- ✗ Flights
- ✗ Additional / private transfers
- ✗ Equipment rental
- ✗ Nitrox
- ✗ On board merchandise
- ✗ Alcoholic drinks
- ✗ Crew and dive guide gratuities
Your Vessel
Thailand Master
Thailand Master, also known as The Phinisi, is a traditional Indonesian sailing vessel offering liveaboard dive holidays in Thailand and Myanmar. Comfortably accommodating 18 divers, she boasts a spacious dive deck with plenty of storage space for all of your dive gear. The outdoor dining area at the stern is covered and shaded so you can fully take in the sweeping views of Thailand and Myanmar. Every day, our chefs prepare an assortment of delicious Western dishes and Thai cuisine with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Friendly and experienced, our boat and dive crew are there to meet your every need, making your diving holiday in Thailand and Myanmar memorable.
Guests
18 max
Cabins
7 (twin/double, twin & quad)
Length
34m
Nitrox
Available
What Divers Say
★★★★★
"All Staffs are very very kind and try to help us as much as possible. Foods are just great! Diving plan is well organized for safe and enjoyable. Feel comfortable all the times."
★★★★★
"Can't say enough great things about the staff and guides on the Phinisi! Everything was amazing! Dives, ship facilities, food, equipment, staff and guides Ping and BJ went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed our time on board."
★★★★★
"Great dives, great food, great staff. Dives were so much fun. The dive masters were relaxed but still took care of us without babying us. After every dive, the crew would provide you with hot drinks and we were fed five times a day."
Common Questions
What certification do I need? ▼
PADI Open Water or equivalent with a minimum of 10 logged dives is the minimum requirement on all Thailand Master itineraries. Some sites extend beyond entry-level depth limits or are subject to currents and surge, so Advanced Open Water is recommended to make the most of the diving and can usually be completed on board.
When is the diving season? ▼
The Similan, Surin and Koh Lanta National Parks close during the southwest monsoon, from late May to early October. Diving runs through the northeast monsoon period from November to April, when conditions on the west coast are predictable with light winds.
What's the water temperature? ▼
Water temperatures throughout the Andaman Sea average 28-29C. A 3mm shorty wetsuit suits most divers, while some are happy in just a rashguard and swimwear. Bring extra thermal layers if you feel the cold easily, especially after multiple dives. Thermoclines can occur at deeper sites.
What's the diving like? ▼
Sites range from rocky pinnacles and walls to sheltered bays and gently sloping coral reefs. Visibility is between 10 and 40+ metres depending on location, tide and weather. Marine life spans tiny crabs and nudibranchs through to whale sharks and manta rays. Some sites are subject to strong currents and surge.
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$340 per night - 6 nights
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