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The Smiling Seahorse Scuba Diving Hot Deals

New Itineraries, themed cruises, deals and more for 2023-24

The Smiling Seahorse world reopening offer
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We have great offers and new itineraries for the new 2023-2024-2025 seasons!
​The Myanmar's borders are now open!
SEE OUR SCHEDULE FOR OUR NEW ITINERARIES 2023-2024-2025!

Our best deals and special itineraries for 2023-2024!


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Ultimate underwater photographer's expedition
2 weeks, 2 special cruises, 2 times more photo opportunities!
Join our 2 photo clinics, learn new skills from a world renown photographer and bring back the best memories from the Andaman sea.
Price per Diver in a shared cabin (2 per cabin)
THB 114,500 in Standard Cabin
THB 121,500 in Deluxe Cabin
THB 128,500 in Master Cabin
Blackwater Expedition + Richelieu Rock intensive Photo Clinic
From the 23th Jan 2024 (5pm)
​to the 29th Jan 2024 (4pm)
From Phuket Rassada Pier ​to Khao Lak, Tap Lamu
7 days/ 6 night, 22 Dives

On this cruise we will talk a lot about blackwater diving and plan blackwater dives every night to practice what we learned.
What else are we gonna see beside Blackwater diving? There are also 3 fantastic day dives are also on schedule all over the Similan islands and Richelieu rock
From the 31st January (5pm)
to 7th of February 2024 (4pm)
​From Khao Lak, Tap Lamu to Khao Lak, Tap Lamu

8 days/ 7 night, 25 Dives

On this one we will spend several days on Richelieu Rock, Thailand's best dive site offering the most productive settings for both macro photos and wide angle. This cruise will also take us to the surin islands and north Similan's best sites (Bon and Tachai) for a chance to spot pelagic mantas.
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A cruise focused on UW photo technics and Blackwater diving in Surin and Similan islands

What is Blackwater diving?
Blackwater diving is an extraordinary new way of night diving!
You will dive on top of very deep water with no other reference than a downline fitted with powerful lights. 
Blackwater dives give us the opportunity to encounter marine life never seen on usual dives, such as all types of larvae and baby fish, crabs or shrimps still floating mid-water until they are strong enough to settled down on the reef or deep sea creatures who will never visit a reef such as this Paper Nautilus we encountered last March!

How will this cruise work?
We will plan 3 day dives and 1 Blackwater dives per day!
The days will be something like this:
7am, wake up, coffee, briefing
8am 1st day dive
09:00 substantial breakfast
12:00 2nd day dive 
13:00 lunch
16:00 3rd day dive 
17:00 Snack and watch the sun go down 
20:00 4th dive, Blackwater 
21pm Dinner.
Whale sharks expedition
Date: from Phuket Rassada Pier
on the 23th Jan 2024 (5pm)
to Khao Lak, Tap Lamu
​on the 29th Jan 2024 (4pm)

7 days/ 6 night, 22 Dives
Price per Diver:
THB 51,500 in Standard Cabin
THB 56,500 in Deluxe Cabin
THB 60,500 in Master Cabin
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Underwater photo clinic around Richelieu Rock. On the 31st January 2024

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From the 31st January (5 pm)
to 7th of February 2024 (4 pm)
​From Khao Lak to Khao Lak


8 days/ 7 night, 22 Dives
Price per Diver:
63000 THB in Standard cabin
65000 THB in Deluxe cabin
68000 THB in Master cabin
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The focus of this cruise will be Richelieu Rock: Thailand's #1 dive site where we can expect the most productive dives.

The itinerary will look something like this...
31/1: Departure from Tap Lamu pier around 5 pm, cruise by night to Surin islands
01/2: 4 day dives at Surin Islands (macro) + sunset dive or night dive
02/2: 4 day dives at Richelieu rock + 1 sunset or night dive
03/2: 4 day dives at Richelieu rock + 1 sunset or night dive
04/2: 4 dives at Richelieu Rock + 1 sunset dive and our barbecue
05/2: 3 dives at Richelieu Rock + 1 blackwater dive
06/2: 2 dives at Koh Tachai, 1 dive at Koh Bon + 1 sunset dive + ​1 Blackwater dive
​07/2: 1 dive at Koh Bon, 1 dive at Boonsoon wreck and back
A photo clinic animated by award winning Alex Tyrrell...
After working in Myanmar and Indonesia, Alex Tyrrell became the photographer at a luxury dive resort in the Philippines where he taught photography classes and workshops for 4 years before opening his own business in Thailand in 2012. 

2024 Special Marine Biology Expedition in Thailand

The Smiling Seahorse team has partnered with a team of marine biologists to offer you a more educational expeditions, which ​will combine the best aspects of liveaboard diving with daily marine biology presentations!

What's special about this Marine Science expedition?
Not only you will dive on some of the most beautiful dive sites in Thailand, but you will share this cruise with a fantastic marine biologist, Gavin Miller, who will share with you some of his knowledge of the ocean wonders through daily presentations and can answer all the questions you may have about the reef ecosystem.
​Throughout the cruise, Gavin will offer a series of lectures, covering a range of topics surrounding animal behaviors and interactions.

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This itinerary will explore the best dives sites in Thailand both in the South and North Andaman Sea from Malaysia to Myanmar's border.

We will get onboard in  Phuket Rassada Pier at 5pm and plan 3 to 4 dives per day (including sunset, reef night dive on Blackwater diving) and a daily presentation about Marine behaviors.
We will be 
back on land in Khao Lak, Tap Lamu around 4pm on the last day.

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From Phuket Rassada Pier
on the 18th of Feb 2024 (5 pm)
To 
Khao Lak, Tap Lamu
on the 26th of Feb 2024 (4 pm) ​
9 days/ 8 nights, up to 29 Dives
Price per diver:
THB 68,000 in Standard Cabin

THB 72,000 in Deluxe Cabin
THB 76,000 in Master Cabin
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9 days/ 8 night, 29 Dives
From Khao Lak Tap Lamu 
The 19/03/2024- 5pm
to Phuket Rassada Pier
 the 27/03/2024- 4pm

Price per diver 2023-2024:
THB 68,000 in Standard Cabin
THB 72,000 in Deluxe Cabin
THB 76,000 in Master Cabin
A special 9 days/ 8 nights North and South Andaman cruise to know more about whale sharks in Thailand
The Smiling Seahorse team has partnered with two Marine Mega Fauna Foundation to offer you a very special cruise around the Andaman Sea Gentle Giants!
​We combine the best aspects of liveaboard diving with daily marine biology presentations!
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We have designed this itinerary to maxime our chance to see whale sharks in Thailand but mostly, this is your chance to meet Kirsty and ask all the questions you may have about these gentle giants!
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This is your chance to contribute to Whale Sharks conservation efforts:
- by recording any sighting we may have 
- by educating yourself about these rare pelagic
- by contributing financially to these expeditions
​Of course sightings are 100% natural and cannot be predicted or guaranteed but we sure will learn a lot from Kirsty.
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If you want the most unique Myanmar diving experience in the world, the Mergui Archipelago is for you...

Our new itineraries in Myanmar in 2023-2024:

Burma diving cruise for 6 days 5 nights : Explore the Mergui islands
Burma diving cruise for 6 days 5 nights : Explore the Mergui islands
6 days 5 night, 18 dives
From Ranong 2pm, on the 15th Oct 2023
To Ranong 6pm on the 20th Oct 2023
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Price per Diver 2023-2024
THB 45,000 in Standard cabin
THB 47,000 in Deluxe cabin
THB 50,000 in Master cabin
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7 days/6 nights, 22 dives  
From Ranong 2pm,
on the 28th Oct 2023
​to Ranong 6pm,
​on the 3rd Nov 2023
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Price per Diver 2023-2024
THB 57,000 in Standard cabin
THB 60,000 in Deluxe cabin
THB 63,000 in Master cabin
7 days/6 nights, 22 dives  
From Ranong 2pm,
on the 09th May 2024
​to Ranong 6pm,
​on the 15th May 2024
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Price per Diver 2023-2024
THB 57,000 in Standard cabin
THB 60,000 in Deluxe cabin
THB 63,000 in Master cabin
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Burma diving cruise of 7 days and 6 nights : up to Black Rock
Burma diving cruise of 7 days and 6 nights : up to Black Rock

9 days Burma exploration cruise: one step further
9 days Burma exploration cruise: one step further
9 days 8 night, 29 dives
From Ranong 2pm,
on the 29th Nov 2023
​to Ranong 6pm,
​on the 07th Dec 2023


Price Diver 2023-2024:
THB 68,000 in Standard cabin
THB 72,000 in Deluxe cabin
THB 76,000 in Master cabin
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9 days 8 night, 29 dives
From Ranong 2pm,
on the 09th Dec 2023
​to Ranong 6pm,
​on the 17th Dec 2023


Price Diver 2023-2024:
THB 68,000 in Standard cabin
THB 72,000 in Deluxe cabin
THB 76,000 in Master cabin

Special Manta expedition

9 days 8 night, 29 dives
From Ranong 2pm,
on the 20th Apr 2024
​to Ranong 6pm,
​on the 28th Apr 2024


Price Diver 2023-2024:
THB 68,000 in Standard cabin
THB 72,000 in Deluxe cabin
THB 76,000 in Master cabin
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https://www.thesmilingseahorse.com/myanmar-manta-rays-expedition.html
https://www.thesmilingseahorse.com/myanmar-manta-rays-expedition.html

8 days diving around the undiscovered Mergui Archipelago
8 days diving around the undiscovered Mergui Archipelago
8 days/7 nights, 25 dives 
From Ranong 2pm,
on the 05th March 2024
​to Ranong 6pm,
​on the 12th March 2024 

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Price per Diver 2023-2024
THB 63,000 in Standard cabin
THB 65,000 in Deluxe cabin
THB 68,000 in Master cabin

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8 days/7 nights, 25 dives 
From Ranong 2pm,
on the 30th Apr 2024
​to Ranong 6pm,
on the 07th May 2024 

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Price per Diver 2023-2024
THB 63,000 in Standard cabin
THB 65,000 in Deluxe cabin
THB 68,000 in Master cabin

Schedule & Prices

Book more than a year in advance and get a 10% discount!
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Discount on Nitrox packs 

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For those who want to make all their dives on Nitrox:
         - Nitrox Packages : 
  • 6 dives: THB 1100
  • 10 dives: THB 2000
  • 12 dives: THB 2400
  • 14 dives: THB 2900
  • 18 dives: THB 3600 
  • 23 dives: THB 4500
  • 25 dives: THB 4800
  • 29 dives: THB 5700  
        - Normal Price: 250 THB per Nitrox tank
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Take Nitrox Course onboard MV Smiling Seahorse only THB 6000

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We offer a honeymoon dive package:
- reservation of the double cabin
- flower petals on the bed upon arrival
- Fruit basket in the cabin
- 1 bottle of superior red wine
Price: 5,000 THB supplement / couple

Charter the boat

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Being with friends or your family, you can get the boat to yourself!
You can either book for one of our planned cruise and get two free spots: up to 16 people onboard for the price of 14.
We can organise dives, of course but also many other activities such as beach hoping, kayaking in the mangrove, visiting the deserted islands and much more on tailor made itineraries.
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Liveaboard combo - combine two of our trips and save

Combine any two trips of your choice and get a 2000thb discount!
* Combo price not compatible with Charter offer

Extend your holidays, we take care of it all :)

You want to spend some time on a paradise island or trekking in the jungle? But don't want to bother with the fastidious work to plan it? We'll do it for you!
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Our latest review on TripAdvisor

The Smiling Seahorse Andaman diving cruises
Review: 5, based on 176 reviews "Superb liveaboard diving with The Smiling Seahorse" by Andrew, written on April 10, 2023
I have recently returned from a North / South Andaman Sea Manta Ray Expedition with The Smiling Seahorse and I cannot praise the operation highly enough. Everything from the layout of the boat and it’s facilities, the way the dive groups were organised and managed, the attentiveness and professionalism of the crew, the accommodation, the food, the sites we visited …. All top notch! I have been on many day boats and liveaboards in Thailand over the last 10+yrs and The Smiling Seahorse is the best by far. Particular thanks to our dive guide James who’s encyclopaedic knowledge of the sites was fantastic, he always managed to get us into the best spots for fishy action and often away from other divers which was superb… really appreciated. Also thanks to Jamie who’s daily presentations on the the majestic Manta Rays were truly fascinating and added another dimension to the trip…. Best of luck with the Manta Ray Trust of Thailand! If I have any feedback to give would be about the food, it’s plentiful and delicious but a little more variety might be appreciated, it’s a very small improvement that would take my 10/10 to an 11/10! So, thank you Franck and the whole team… you have a very slick, professional, fun and great team around you… so much so, I’ve just booked to join you again next year on the Myanmar Manta trip! See you soon!!!
★★★★★ by Andrew April 10, 2023
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Buy your own diving equipment for a bargain

We are renewing again our rental gear and would like you to benefit of this opportunity to score a bargain!
Retail price 32,000 THB, now only 17,000 THB
Still in very good condition but not new:
BCD Rover + Regulator Rover 2S + Octopus Rover + Gauge Mission 2. 

Size S, M or L available.
The Mares Rover BCD has all the features you need, it is rugged and could be classed as the 'off road' of BCD's. The BCD is mostly constructed from Cordura 1000 and as such is not subject to color fading and provides superior toughness. Custom shaped pockets keep the octopus and instruments close at hand. Height adjustable shoulder buckles to fit a variety of body shapes.
Of course if you want to by new gear, we also have a large catalogue to choose from: Suunto, Scuba Pro, Seac, Ano torches etc...
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  • When & Where
    • Schedule and Prices
    • Itineraries & Calendars
    • Destinations >
      • North Andaman Thailand >
        • Similan Islands
        • Surin Islands >
          • Richelieu rock
        • The essential Underwater photo Guide to diving Thailand
      • South Andaman Thailand >
        • Phuket & Koh Phi Phi National Parks
        • Koh Lanta National Park
        • Koh Lipe and Tarutao National Park
      • Mergui Archipelago >
        • Marine life in the Andaman Sea
        • Burma's best dive sites
        • The Ultimate Underwater photo Guide to diving Burma
  • ABOUT
    • Our Boat >
      • DELICIOUS FOOD
    • Diving in Thailand
    • Diving in Myanmar/Burma
    • Blackwater diving in Thailand and Myannmar
    • Marine life in Thailand's Andaman Sea
    • Dive Courses >
      • Learn to Dive
      • Continue diving education
      • Rescue diver
      • Professional Dive Courses
      • Hone your dive skills with a specialty course
      • Photo coaching in Thailand on the Smiling Seahorse
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  • Plan your trip
    • Our hotels recommendations
    • Khao Sok National Park
    • Taxi services >
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      • Taxi services to Tap Lamu and Khao Lak
    • 10 things to do around Ranong
  • PROMO
    • HOT DEALS
    • Special Expeditions >
      • Ultimate Underwater photo combo expeditions
      • Blackwater expedition 23 Jan 2024
      • UW Photo clinic North Andaman 31 Jan 2024
      • Special Marine Biology - 18 Feb 2024
      • Whale Shark Special - 19 Mar 2024 - North and South
      • Manta rays expedition - 20 April 2024
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