Diving in Thailand's North Andaman sites for 6 days and 5 nights
Similan Koh Bon, Tachai and Richelieu Rock
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Itinerary of our dive cruise: - Day 1: appointment at Khao Lak from 2pm to 4pm. We will leave from Khao Lak around 5pm. - Day 2: South Similan, sites like Elephant Head, West of Eden, Turtle Rock, Shark Fin Reef. - Day 3: South Similan National Park, 3 Trees, Rocky Point, Koh Bon. - Day 4: Similan National Park, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai. - Day 5: Surin Island, Richelieu Rock. - Day 6: Surin Island, Richelieu Rock. We will make 2 dives, and we will be back to Ranong around 8pm. Drop off possible at Koh Phayam around 6pm. The last dive for this cruise ends no later than 1 p.m. |
What will you see on the dive sites we will visit...- In the South Similan Islands we may visit sites like Elephant Head, Donald Duck Bay, Deep six, West of Eden, Rocky Point, 3 Trees, Turtle Rock, Shark Fin Reef. Good chances there to spot whale shark, turtles, mantas, reef sharks, Napoleons... - At Koh Bon we will make 2 dives, one at the ridge and one at Koh Bon Pinnacle. Koh bon is a well known cleaning site for Manta Rays and the site most frequented by them in Thailand. There is also a very good chance to spot a Zebra Shark on the pinnacle. You will love the view from the boat on some idyllic islands with lush green forest surrounded by white sand beaches, the visibility is usually very nice on Similan islands and we hope to spot leopard sharks, blue spotted stingray, school of snappers and fusiliers, emperor fish, clown trigger fish and more tropical colorful fish as well as some Moray eels, turtles and mantis shrimps living in the rocky areas. Whale sharks are also commonly spotted there so keep an eye behind your head for a gentle giant passing above! - At Koh Tachai Pinnacle where we usually have a very fishy dive: barracudas, trevalis, sweetlips, batfish a very nice dive spot. Koh Tachai... Good chances there to spot whale shark, turtles, Manta, reef sharks, Napoleons... - Richelieu Rock, is always listed in the top 10 dive sites of the world! And you will quickly understand why! It can also be described as a big aquarium with more or less everything … From seahorses to jack fish and plenty of kinky cuttlefish action. Richelieu Rock are the best places to see whale sharks so keep your eyes opened! But Richelieu Rock is also paradise for underwater photographers focusing on macro life; look well in the soft coral and sea fans for a spectacular array of small critters like seahorse, Pipefish, Ghost Pipefish, Harlequin Shrimp, Frog fish and Nudibranch of all shapes and colours. A delicious and hearty barbecue will of course be on the program around the Surin Islands, as well as an optional Blackwater dive (Free) around the Similan Islands. |
Similan Islands
Richelieu Rock
Hawkbill turtle over reef
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School of Barracudas
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Whale shark in the blue
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Best of Thailand: Surin & Similan Islands (Koh Tachai, Koh Bon) and Richelieu Rock
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6 days/5 nights, 18 Dives
From Khao Lak 5pm to Ranong 8pm Price per Divers 2023-2024 THB 50,000 in Standard Cabin THB 52,000 in Deluxe Cabin THB 55,000 in Master Cabin |
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INCLUDED
• Full accommodation and board (Breakfast, Lunch, afternoon bites, Dinner) • All soft drinks, drinking water, fresh coffee & tea • Fresh fruits, yogurt & snacks all-day • 12 L scuba tank, Weights & Weight Belt - Free 1 Blackwater dive • PADI Professional Dive Guide (for up to 4 divers) • up to 18 Dives • Towels, reef-friendly amenities • Sea kayak and hammock |
NOT INCLUDED
. Marine Park Fee * 2,400 THB / diver *subject to government's change . COMPULSORY IF YOU DON'T HAVE YOUR OWN: - PERSONAL INSURANCE (General Travel insurance is highly recommended) - Computer rental 300 THB/day - Equipment rental 600 THB/ day . OPTIONS: - Nitrox : 250 THB/tank or 3,600 THB for the whole cruise - 15L Tank 300 THB / day or 1,500 THB for the whole cruise - Private guide 4,000 THB/day 1000 THB/ Extra Blackwater dive . COURSES: - PADI Courses - Photographer private coaching . Transfers to and from the boat on-demand (prices) . Alcoholic drinks and cigarettes . Gratuity/ tips (1000 THB / day /pers is common practice) |
Note: This itinerary is provided as sample itinerary and can be modified by The Smiling Seahorse based on weather forecast or other unforeseen circumstances.
Black water dives are unguided and only suitable to experienced divers.
Black water dives are unguided and only suitable to experienced divers.
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"Exceptionnel" by
Olivier, written on
March 16, 2023
I spent a week on your boat recently, from February 20 to 25 in the Similan.
I want to tell how happy I was during this week on this boat.
The crew (Thai) and the organization were remarkable in every way and I thank you for sharing with them the pleasure I had to spend this week on board.
The navigation, the cleanliness of the boat, the kindness of the crew and the quality of the welcome were perfect.
The quality and diversity of the food were also very good (except for the scale on the way back...).
The Dive Staff (James, Mint, Joon and Julien) is just as friendly and competent, we had a great time with them.
Of course, I would like to give a special mention to Julien who accompanied us during the whole week and shared with us his passion and his knowledge of the sites.
I congratulate Franck and Camille on this project and the quality of the service.
I will surely pack my bags again very quickly for a new moment with you.
Good day, and good continuation...
