Miss Moon is a budget friendly liveaboard, offering dive trips in Thailand, Myanmar and India, It can accommodate 10 guests.

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Boat

Miss Moon is a 4 meters wide and 18 meters long budget friendly dive liveaboard with cozy vibes, cruise at 8 knots per hour, and it only hosts maximum of 10 divers aboard each trip, it offers comfortable and spacious spaces with personalized service from experienced and friendly dive and boat crew.

Miss Moon provides a large open dining area/communal and relaxing area towards the stern of the vessel on the upper deck, with 5 burner BBQ equipment, a flatscreen TV, sound system, comfortable sofas, dining tables with charis. And There is a snack bar which provides cold drinks, fresh fruits, coffee, snacks. This is a place where you may read a book, or have a cup of tea or coffee in between dives.

At the front of the upper deck, there’s also a nice garden sundeck with green grass floor and mastresses for snoozing in the sea breeze.

Miss Moon will departs from Ranong, which is further north on Thailand’s west coast, on the Thai/Myanmar border. So the boat has the advantage to run shorter trips to Similan or Myanmar that the Phuket based boats can't offer.

For guests coming from Bangkok, Surat Thani, or Chumphon who want to save time and money, this boat can be the great choice. While for those coming from Phuket, will be more difficult to reach Ranong than to Khao Lak.


Cabin

Miss Moon has 5 guest cabins in total, it can accomoodate up to 10 guests per trip:

All cabin are located on the main deck, all cabins will use the shared bathrooms on board.

1 Master Cabin:
Located on the main deck, comes with one big double bed and one bunk bed, ensuite bathroom, A/C, flat sceen tv and 2 fans, window.

1 Double Cabin:
Located on the main deck, comes with one big double bed and one bunk bed, A/C, 2 fans, window.

3 Twin Cabins:
Located on the main deck, comes with 2 bunk beds, 2 fans and window

2 Shared Bathrooms:
There are 3 toilets and 3 hot showers


Diving

  • Similan route: 4 Days / 3 Nights (11 Dives)
  • Myanmar route: 6 Days / 5 Nights (19 Dives)
  • Myanmar route: 8 Days / 7 Nights (27 Dives)
  • Similan + Myanmar route: 12 Days / 11 Nights (30 Dives)
  • Similan + Myanmar route: 14 Days / 13 Nights (38 Dives)
  • Indian Andaman Island route: 14 Days / 13 Nights (40 Dives)
  • No dives will be offered on the embarkation day.
  • Dives will be provided on the disembarkation day.
  • All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.

Other Information

  • Nitrox:Not available at the moment
  • 15L Tanks:Available with an additional cost
  • REBREATHER Dive:Not available at the moment
  • Technical Dive:Not available at the moment
  • Dive Equipment Rental:Available with an additional cost
  • Dive insurance:Divers must have valid dive insurance
  • Wi-Fi Internet :Not available at the moment
  • Laundry Service:Not available at the moment
  • Massage Service:Not available at the moment
  • Payment on board:By cash (THB/USD) ONLY
  • Crew Number:6, include 1 - 2 dive guides

Itineraries

Similan Islands | 4 Days / 3 Night 11 Dives

Surin Island, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock

Day 1: Meeting time in our Dive Shop 13.00 where we will have time to try equipment before we go to our boat. We will leave from Ranong around 16.00. It’s also possible to get picked up at Koh Phayam around 19.00. After everybody is on board we will leave to Surin Island.

Day 2: The first day will be concentrated around Surin Island. We will start out at Koh Chi in the north of Surin Island and go down to the southern part of Surin Island where we will make 2 quite enjoyable drift dives… After the third dive we will have time to visit the Sea Gypsies on Surin Island. The night dive will be around 20.00. There is an opportunity to see Jenkins Stingray, Guitar Fish, Turtles, Reef Sharks, Humphead Parrotfish, Manta Ray, Eagle Ray, Sailfish etc.. Surin Island is the place in Thailand with the biggest variation of underwater life. After dinner the boat will leave to Koh Bon.

Day 3: At Koh Bon we will make 2 dives, one at the island and one at Koh Bon Pinnacle. The main attraction here is Manta Rays and there can be many… There is also a very good chance for Whale Shark and lot of Zebra Sharks. After playing with Manta’s we will go to Koh Tachai Pinnacle which also provides great opportunity for Manta and Whale Shark. After the night dive, it's time for barbecue...

Day 4: Richelieu Rock can be described as a big aquarium. Here we find more or less everything … It’s also one of the places in Thailand where you will have the biggest chance to see Whale Shark. We will make 3 dives here before we are heading back to Ranong. We will arrive on Koh Phayam around 18.00 and Ranong 20.30.


Myanmar | 8 Days / 7 Night 26 Dives

Burma Banks, Caven Point, Shark Cave, Black Rock, North Twin, Seafan Forrest, Western Rocky, Volcano etc..

Day 1: Meeting time in our Dive Shop 12.00 where we will have time to try equipment before we goto our boat. Before departure comes the Thai emigration on board and will stamp us out of Thailand. Then the boat will take us to Kaw Thoung where we will get visa for Burma. Then it's departure to the first dive site High Rock. If we are in good time there will be opportunity for a night dive.

Day 2: 1 dive at High Rock which is one of the best Macro spots. Here we can find all the special things like Pipefish, Pineapple Fish, Frogfish, Sea Horses and many different species of Nudibranchs. 1 dive at Stewart Island. Afternoon and night dive at “little” Tower Rock. Opportunity to see Grey Reef shark, Nurse Shark and a lots of small things like Sea Horses, Frogfish, Ghost Pipefish and...

Day 3: Around Shark Cave we have 4 dive sites, so we will stay here the whole day. Before the night dive we will find a bounty beach where we can get some sand between our toes. Opportunity to see Grey Reef shark, Nurse Shark (and they are big…) and a lots of small things like Sea Horses, Frogfish, Ghost Pipefish and...

Day 4: Black Rock is a small rock out in open sea. Here we are going for big stuff, like Sharks, Rays, Whale Shark, Eagle Ray and whatever is passing…

Day 5: We start out with 2 dives at North Twin Plato and 1 dive at North twin Reef. Night dive at South Twin. Chance to see Manta Ray, Eagle Ray, Whale Shark, Grey Reef Shark, Nurse Shark and lots of small things…

Day 6: Coming up from 400 meter of water you have Burma Banks (Roe Bank, Heckford Bank, Corel Bank and Silvertip Bank). Here you will have a very good visibility and again we will go for the big stuff. Chance to see Manta Ray, Eagle Ray, Whale Shark, Grey Reef Shark, Nurse Shark, Silvertip and whales.

Day 7: 1 dive at Seafan Forrest and 3 dives at Western Rocky. Western Rocky which is one of the best dive sites in Burma. One of the highlights is a tunnel (cave) at 20 meters depth that goes all the way through the island. There are good chances of seeing Bowmouth Guitar Fish, Whale Shark, Various shark species Harlequin Shrimp, Frogfish and Sea Horses and a lot of lobsters…

Day 8: The first dive goes into a volcano where a group of black tip sharks likes to hang around… If we are allowed we will take a dive at the Bird's Nest which is a giant cave which is only accessible underwater. After the last dive we will head back toward Kaw Thoung where there will be opportunity for shopping. Once we got our passports back by the Burmese authorities, we will sail back to Thailand where we get a new visa.

More

Destinations Similan Islands, Myanmar
Facilities Sidemount Friendly, Camera Station
Languages spoken English, German

Schedules & routes

Prices & conditions

Included

  • Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
  • Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
  • Soft drinks
  • Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
  • Dive guide service
  • Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
  • Boat accident insurance
  • Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
  • Cabin cleaning service

Not included

  • Domestic flights in destination country
  • Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
  • Marine park fees & Port fees
  • Alcoholic beverage
  • Dive equipment rentals
  • Larger tank (15 L)
  • Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
  • Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
  • Crew gratuity

Useful information

Similan Islands

Best time for diving
Mid-October - May is the optimum diving season on the Andaman coast (west coast). From early December until late April you can usually expect clear skies nearly every day. On average, you can expect 20 meters of visibility at The Similan Islands throughout the diving season.

Due to the likelihood of extreme weather during the monsoon months, the local authorities close the marine parks from May 16th until October 14th every year. Therefore the Similan diving season is from October 15th to May 15th.

About temperatures
Air: throughout the year, temperatures range from 25°C to 34°C with April through May being the hottest month and January the coldest
Sea: between 27°C - 29°C all year round, there are times when it drops to the mid or even low 20s, but in general these are rare or temporary occasions.

Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 mm wetsuit year-round.

Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels. You can find out more information about diving in Similan Islands here : Similan Islands

Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation and disembarkation are in Khao Lak, or Phuket, guests can fly in/out of Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Tap Lamu Pier (Khao Lak) is approximately 1 ½ - 2hr, depending on traffic.
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Chalong Pier is approximately 1 ½hrs, depending on traffic.

A few liveaboards set their embarkation and disembarkation in Ranong (UNN).

Visa Requirements
Many nationalities can visit Thailand without a visa under the Visa on Arrival rule or Visa Exemption scheme. These options allow visitors to stay for up to 30 or 45 days.
To find out more information, please visit the Thai Visa on Arrival, or Visa Exemption and Bilateral Agreement or contact your nearest embassy/consulate.

Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are required unless you are coming from or passing through contaminated areas. Yellow fever certificates are required for those who are coming from the following 14 countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Angola, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Mauritania, Mali, Nigeria, Sudan, and Zaire.

Money Matters
The local currency is the Thai Baht (THB). The majority of established hotels and restaurants accept major credit cards.
However, smaller, family-run places probably will not. There are money changers and ATMs located at the airport and the ports.

Drones
Tourists can bring their drones into Thailand. However, they are not allowed to fly their drones here until they have registered their devices with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).

Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.


Myanmar

Best time for diving
December to April is the best time for diving in Myanmar, and the dive season runs from October until May. Operators will close during the monsoon months of June to September due to frequently poor weather and rough sea conditions.

About temperatures
Air: Myanmar has a tropical monsoon climate with 3 seasons : cool winter from November to February (18°C - 34°C), hot summer season in March and April (22°C - 36°C) and rainy season from May to October (24°C - 32°C).
Sea: average around 28°C, although sometimes you may experience thermoclines.

Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 mm wetsuit year-round.

Diver requirement
There is no fixed requirement for diving in Myanmar. However, it's best to have AOW level with min. 50 logged dives. You can find out more information about diving in Myanmar here : Myanmar

Embarkation / Disembarkation
The embarkation and disembarkation can be in Phuket (HKT) or Ranong (UNN). Guests joining Myanmar itineraries are strongly advised NOT to arrive in Phuket on the day of embarkation. Transfer time from Phuket to the Ranong Town for Thailand and Myanmar Immigration clearance prior to embarkation is between 5 - 5 ½ hrs.

Visa Requirements
Liveaboard itineraries that include Myanmar embark and disembark from a port in Thailand, so you will need entry clearance for both countries.

However, upon re-entry to Thailand from Myanmar guests will only be issued with a 15 day permit to remain in Thailand. Therefore, please ensure your onward departure from Thailand is no longer than 15 days after disembarkation.

Guests who need to apply for a visa prior to travelling to Thailand, or who will be staying in Thailand for more than 15 days after their Myanmar trip must ensure that they obtain a MULTIPLE ENTRY visa from their nearest Royal Thai Embassy or Thai Consulate otherwise will not be allowed back in to Thailand.

Guests are not required to obtain a visa for Myanmar prior to boarding. All liveaboards will make the necessary arrangements on your behalf. Please bring 2 x photocopies of your passport ID page and 2 x passport sized photographs as these are needed for the Myanmar visa application. Please make sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months after the duration of your stay in Thailand.

Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are required unless you are coming from or passing through contaminated areas.

Money Matters
The local currency is the Myanmar Kyat (MMT). However, since Myanmar liveaboard trips start and end in Thailand, you will not need any MMT - which is very hard to get hold of. During your cruise, you may stop on local islands, but they will happily take USD.

Drones
Tourists can bring their drones into Myanmar. However, they are must register their devices at least 4 - 5 weeks before arrival. For more information, please refer to Drone Laws in Myanmar.

Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.

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