Description
Boat
DiveRACE Class E launched in Dec 2014, it is built to impress her passengers: 34.5 meter length by 7.5 meter beam, cruises at 12 knots. The vessel design was conceptualised with the help of a team of naval architects and Dutch vessel consultant. It is constructed following international standards, with the aim of being a luxury liveaboard of excellent quality.
The upper deck features a spacious indoor air conditioned with a 60" 3D TV that connected to the movie system, sound system, lots of soft sitting with storage space under, as well as a side table, a full selection of marine life books & diving magazines, there is also a long table with charging stations inside the salon, guests can use their computer while charging it, or write the log book..
The private massage room and computer working room are both adjacent to the salon, guests can enjoy a relaxing massage anytime during the trip, and the photographers are welcome to use utilise the multimedia stations in the computer room to edit their works.
Outside of the indoor salon is a large outdoor dinning area with 24 hours snack & tea bar, and lots of dinning tables, chairs. During the trip, exquisite meals are provided three times a day, plus in between tea times.
DiveRACE Class E's top sundeck is not only large but well equipped with outdoor shady sitting area, lots of sunbath mattress for relaxation. The other sundeck is located on the front of the upper deck, where guests also can enjoy the sunbath.
The dive deck is located on the back of the main deck, well equipped with personal gear lockers and in place fill station. A camera table, large rinse tanks are conveniently located for washing dive equipment and cameras, as well as the wetsuit hanging area, fin storage, and deck rinse showers. A hot towel and tea after each dive awaits each diver to soothe and refresh themselves.
Cabin
DiveRACE Class E has 10 guest cabins, it can welcome up to 20 guests per trip.
All cabins have personal bathrooms with toiletries provided, individual air-con control and charging sockets.
2 Ocean View Twin Cabins
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, Seaview window.
4 Ocean View Double Cabins
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with one double bed, Seaview window.
2 Standard Twin Cabins
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, portholes.
2 Standard Double Cabins
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with one double bed, portholes.
Diving
- Similan 5D/4N : 14 dives in total.
- No dives will be offered on the embarkation day.
- 2 dives will be provided on the disembarkation day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Available with an additional cost
- 15L Tanks：Limited available with an additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Technical Dive：Not available at the moment
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available, rate on request
- 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：Available with additional charge
- Payment on board：Cash(THB) or credit cards
- Crew Number：18, include 4 - 5 dive guides
Itineraries
Similan Islands Diving Itineraries | 5D/4N - 6D/5N
Day 1
Transfer to the boat (Pick up timing depends on location)
Welcome on board MV DiveRACE Class E from 1800hrs onwards
Boat Briefing and administrative matters
Dinner is served!
Vessel sails once all guests have arrived
Overnight sail to Similan Island
Day 2
Rise & Shine, Wake up and smell the ocean!
Light Breakfast
Check out dive #1 @ Similan Islands
Main Breakfast
Dive # 2 @ Similan Islands
Lunch
Dive # 3 @ Similan Islands
Tea Break
Beach Time (Subjected to weather)
Dusk or night dive #4 @ Similan Islands
Dinner is Served!
Day 3
Rise & Shine!
Light Breakfast
Check out dive #5 @ Similan Islands
Main Breakfast
Dive # 6 @ Similan Islands
Lunch
Dive # 7 @ Koh Bon
Tea Break
Dusk or night dive #8 @ Koh Bon
Dinner is Served!
Day 4
Rise & Shine!
Light Breakfast
Check out dive #9 @ Koh Bon
Main Breakfast
Dive # 10 @ Koh Tachai
Lunch
Dive # 11 @ Koh Tachai
Tea Break
Dusk or night dive #12 @ Koh Tachai
Dinner is Served!
Day 5
Rise & Shine!
Light Breakfast
Check out dive #13 @ Surin Islands
Main Breakfast
Dive # 14 @ Richelieu Rock
Lunch
Dive # 15 @ Richelieu Rock
Tea Break
Dusk or night dive #16 @ Richelieu Rock
Dinner is Served!
Overnight sail to Boonsung Wreck
Day 6
Rise & Shine!
Light Breakfast
Check out dive #17 @ Boonsung Wreck
Main Breakfast
Dive # 18 @ Boonsung Wreck
Lunch
Clearing of bills / Tshirt sales / Crew Appreciation
Estimated arrival at 1330hrs at Thap Lamu Pier
Transfer back to Hotel (Phuket or Khao Lak) or Airport*
* Guests who have a flight on the day of trip arrival, would have to skip the final day of divin
We depart 1830hrs from Ao Chalong Pier in Phuket. Please be on time as we depart on time.
More
| Destinations | Similan Islands |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Camera Station, Massage or Spa |
| Languages spoken | Chinese, English, French |
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- 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
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Fuel surcharge
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Nitrox fills
- Dive courses on board
- Massage/Spa service
- 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.
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