Liveaboard Trip Itineraries

MV Raga Liveaboard logo

5 DAY 4 NIGHT (14 dives)

Similan-Koh Bon-Koh Tachai-Richelieu Rock-Boonsoong wreck

MV Gentle Giant Liveaboard logo

7 DAY 6 NIGHT (22 dives)

Similan-Bon-Tachai-Richelieu Rock-Phi Phi-Koh Haa-Hin Daeng Hin Muang

MV Aqua liveaboard logo

5 DAY 4 NIGHT (14 dives)

Similan-Koh Bon-Koh Tachai-Richelieu Rock-Boonsoong wreck

Below you will find the detailed day-by-day itineraries for our two premier liveaboard trips. Whether you are looking for the classic Andaman adventure or our exclusive North-and-South expedition, you can find the full dive and life-on-board schedule here.

The Best of Andaman Expedition (7D/6N | 22 Dives)

Apart from diving in the Similan, MV Gentle Giant also offers a unique diving itinerary that no one else does and only a few trips per year.  Most of the divers must have already been familiar with the famous Similan islands which is located at the North Andaman sea, but do you know that the South Andaman sea also have some fantastic dive sites such as Koh Haa and Hin Daeng Hin Muang.  It is becoming more well known and popular in the past few years among divers. 

Giant pelagic such as whale shark and manta can also be spotted from time to time. Coral reef and fish life are still healthy due to less boats that visit here.  Most liveaboard operators run trips to the Similan islands while a few run trips either to the Similan islands or Hin Daeng Hin Muang.  This is because of the extra fuel expense that is required to cover the distance between the North and the South Andaman sea.  But as to make our trip unique and special, we run trip to both North and South Andaman in just one single trip (Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Phi Phi, Koh Haa, Hin Daeng Hin Muang, King Cruiser Wreck and so on). Our trip normally takes 7 days 6 nights with a total of 22 dives. 

 

Experience the best dive sites of both North and South Andaman in a single trip!

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  • 16:00 Transfer from airport/hotels in Phuket to Taplamu pier
  • 19:00 Dinner
  • 22:00 Boat departs to the Similan islands
  • 07:00 Morning call
  • 08:00 Dive #1 - Koh Bon
  • 09:00 Breakfast
  • 11:30 Dive #2 - Koh Bon
  • 13:00 Lunch
  • 15:00 Dive #3 - Tachai Pinnacle
  • 16:00 Snack
  • 18:45 Dive #4 - Tachai Reef
  • 20:00 Dinner
  • 06:00 Morning call
  • 07:00 Dive #5 - Tachai Pinnacle
  • 08:00 Breakfast
  • 10:30 Dive #6 - Richelieu Rock
  • 12:00 Lunch
  • 13:30 Dive #7 - Richelieu Rock
  • 15:00 Snack
  • 17:00 Dive #8 - Richelieu Rock
  • 19:00 Dinner
  • 06:00 Morning call
  • 07:00 Dive #9 - Elephant Head Rock
  • 08:00 Breakfast
  • 10:30 Dive #10 - West of Eden
  • 12:00 Lunch
  • 14:00 Dive #11 - Shark Fin Reef
  • 15:00 Cruising to South Andaman
  • 16:00 Snack
  • 19:00 Dinner
  • 06:00 Morning call
  • 07:00 Dive #12 - Koh Haa Yai
  • 08:00 Breakfast
  • 10:30 Dive #13 - Hin Muang
  • 12:00 Lunch
  • 14:00 Dive #14 - Hin Daeng
  • 15:00 Snack
  • 17:00 Dive #15 - Hin Daeng
  • 19:00 Dinner
  • 06:00 Morning call
  • 07:00 Dive #16 - Koh Haa Neua
  • 08:00 Breakfast
  • 10:30 Dive #17 - Koh Haa Jew
  • 12:00 Lunch
  • 14:00 Dive #18 - Hin Bida
  • 15:00 Snack
  • 17:00 Dive #19 - Garang Haeng
  • 19:00 Dinner
  • 06:00 Morning call
  • 07:00 Dive #20 - Bida Nok
  • 08:00 Breakfast
  • 10:00 Dive #21 - King Cruiser Wreck
  • 12:00 Lunch
  • 13:30 Debriefing & Group photo
  • 14:00 Dive #22 - Shark Point
  • 15:00 Snack
  • 17:00 Back to the pier and transfer back to hotel

Similan Islands & Richelieu Rock (5D/4N | 14 Dives)

This 5-day, 4-night safari is our most popular adventure and the classic Thailand liveaboard experience. It’s an incredible journey focused on the world-famous highlights of the North Andaman Sea.

You will explore the stunning Similan Islands, famous for their giant granite boulders, crystal-clear water, and vibrant reefs. The itinerary continues to the legendary dive sites of Koh Bon, a primary manta ray cleaning station, and Koh Tachai. The trip culminates at the world-renowned Richelieu Rock, widely regarded as one of the best places in Thailand to encounter whale sharks and a spectacular site for macro life.

We offer this premier itinerary on all three of our vessels, allowing you to choose the perfect boat for your budget and preferred style:

MV Raga: Our brand-new luxury vessel for the ultimate in comfort and service.

MV Gentle Giant: Our classic expedition boat offering a unique and intimate atmosphere.

MV Aqua: Our versatile and modern liveaboard known for its excellent service and amenities.

A bluespotted ribbontail ray (Taeniura lymma) rests on a sandy seabed next to pink soft coral, a common marine life sighting for scuba divers in Thailand.
Picture of a beautiful orange Coral Fan in the Similan Islands

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  • 16:00 Transfer from airport/hotels in Phuket to Taplamu pier
  • 19:00 Dinner
  • 22:00 Boat departs to the Similan islands
  • 07:00 Morning call
  • 08:00 Dive #1 - Zodiac
  • 09:00 Breakfast
  • 11:30 Dive #2 - West of Eden
  • 13:00 Lunch
  • 15:00 Dive #3 - Elephant Head Rock
  • 16:00 Snack
  • 19:00 Dive #4 - Numchai Bay
  • 20:00 Dinner
  • 06:00 Morning call
  • 07:00 Dive #5 - 3 Trees
  • 08:00 Breakfast
  • 10:30 Dive #6 - Koh Bon
  • 12:00 Lunch
  • 13:30 Dive #7 - Tachai Pinnacle
  • 15:00 Snack
  • 17:00 Dive #8 - Tachai Reef
  • 18:30 Dinner
  • 06:00 Morning call
  • 07:00 Dive #9 - Tachai Pinnacle
  • 08:00 Breakfast
  • 10:30 Dive #10 - Richelieu Rock
  • 12:00 Lunch
  • 14:00 Dive #11 - Richelieu Rock
  • 15:00 Snack
  • 17:00 Dive #12 - Richelieu Rock
  • 18:30 Dinner
  • 06:00 Morning call
  • 07:00 Dive #13 - Boonsoong Wreck
  • 08:00 Breakfast
  • 10:00 Dive #14 - Khaolak Underwater Museum
  • 11:30 Lunch
  • 13:30 Debriefing & Group photo
  • 17:00 Back to the pier and transfer back to hotel

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