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The Smiling Seahorse organize regular “themed expeditions” with very special guests to animate daily presentation onboard.
Aboard the MV Smiling Seahorse, we offer a unique experience combining diving and science. Accompanied by passionate marine biologists, you'll have the opportunity to explore the underwater world while contributing to marine life research and conservation. Join us for an enriching adventure, where every dive becomes an opportunity to learn more about the ocean and its wonders!

2024 - 2025

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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Of course sightings of pelagic animals, such as Manta rays are 100% natural and cannot be predicted or guaranteed but we will have onboard a lovely Marine biologists to talk to us about this incredible creatures with daily presentation!
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2025 - 2026

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.
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We have designed this itinerary to maximize 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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The Smiling Seahorse

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170 Ruangrat Rd, Tambon khao nivet, Mueang Ranong District, Ranong 85000​
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  • When & Where
    • Schedule and Prices
    • 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 >
        • Liveaboard diving holiday in Myanmar
        • Burma's best dive sites
        • The Ultimate Underwater photo Guide to diving Burma
  • ABOUT
    • Our Boat >
      • DELICIOUS FOOD
    • Diving in Thailand in 2024-2025
    • Diving in Myanmar/Burma in 2024-2025
    • Blackwater diving in Thailand and Myannmar
    • Marine life in Thailand's Andaman Sea
    • Marine life in Mergui Archipelago
    • 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
    • Guest Book
    • FAQ
  • Plan your trip
    • Our hotels recommendations
    • Khao Sok National Park
    • Taxi services >
      • Taxi services to and from Ranong
      • Taxi services to and from Phuket
      • Taxi services to Tap Lamu and Khao Lak
    • 10 things to do around Ranong
  • PROMO
    • HOT DEALS
    • Special Expeditions >
      • 8D Special Marine Bio with Gavin Miller - 10 Nov 2025
      • 8D Whale shark expedition - 20 March 2026 - North and South
  • gallery
    • Photos
    • Videos
  • CONTACT
  • BLOG
    • Most popular posts