Description
Boat
Diva Andaman is born from a dream of freedom, a craving for adventure and entrepreneurship and above all, a desire to explore new horizons, above and beneath the ocean. It is one of the most luxurious dive liveaboards in the region, launched in 2009, and every year it follows a full "check up" for updates and renew to ensure its standards and safty.
Diva Andaman with its 35 m length and a 7m beam, it offers 2 large ironwood decks with 200 sq.m of deck area, a gorgeous lounge with an open galley that instantly makes you feel welcome and at home.
On the main deck, there is a large air conditioned lounge features TV, DVD, sound system, a library with marine books and comfortable sitting. This indoor lounge is also used as an indoor dinning area during the meals time.
Onboard chefs will creat the signature fine dining for guests. From extravagant breakfasts, fresh salads and herbs from our onboard hanging garden and the most exquisite chef’s special plated artwork, served under the stars. Guests also will undoubtedly love the fabulous cocktail service, as a perfect wind down to each day full of sensory explosions.
Diva Andaman also features a spacious and well equipped dive deck located on the back of the main deck, with personal gear boxes, a camera table, large rinse tanks are conveniently located for washing dive equipment and cameras, wetsuit hanging area, fin storage, and deck rinse showers. Guests are provided with a 12l aluminim tank, weights & belt, full set of dive equipment rental (BCD, Regulator, 3mm wetsuit, mask & fins) FREE of charge.
In addition to the guided dive schedule provided on the standard cruises, some of the cruises even offer engagement with a related subject, skillset or activities such as : Under Water Photography, Sailing and maritime crafts, Citizen Science, Yoga and free diving, Food & ethnobotany.
Cabin
Diva Andaman has 7 spacious air-conditioned guest cabins for up to 14 guests each trip :
All cabins are 12sqm in size, with ensuite bathroom, organic toiletries and hair dryer, fridge, desk, individual sound system, cupboard and drawer storage.
4 Deluxe Double Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with one double bed for couple, portholes.
1 Deluxe Double Cabin:
Located on the lower deck, this cabin comes with a double bed and a single bed in bunk style, portholes. Perfect for families, it also can be used as twin shared cabin for friends.
2 Deluxe Twin Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with two single bunk beds, portholes.
Diving
- Similan route: 7 Days / 6 Nights (19 Dives)
- Myanmar route: 7 Days / 6 Nights (18 Dives)
- 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 Informations
- Nitrox：Available with additional cost
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment yet.
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available, free of charge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Not available at the moment
- Laundry Service：Available with additional cost
- Massage Service：Available with additional cost
- Payment on board：By cash only (THB)
- Crew Number：15, including 3 - 4 dive guides
Itineraries
Mayanmar - Mergui Dive Cruise (7D/6N, 18 dives)
DAY 1
1 PM - 2 PM: Transfer to Ranong Pier and boarding
2 PM - 3 PM: Welcome, Thai Immigration procedure, briefing
3 PM - 4 PM: Cruising to Kawthoung, Burmese Immigration
4 PM - 11 PM: Dinner while cruising to the Mergui Archipelago
DAY 2
7 AM - 8 AM: Breakfast on board anchored at High Rock
8 AM - 12 PM: 1st and 2nd dive at High Rock and Rocky Island
12 PM - 2 PM: Lunch on board while sailing to 3 Islets
2 PM - 7 PM: 3rd and 4th dive at 3 Islets
7 PM - 3 AM: Dinner on board while cruising to Black Rock
DAY 3
7 AM - 8 AM: Breakfast on board anchored at Black Rock
8 AM - 11AM: 5th and 6th dive at Black Rock
11 AM - 1 PM: Lunch, anchored at Black Rock
1 PM - 5 PM: 7th and 8th dive at Black Rock
5 PM - 7 PM: Dinner, cruising to the Burma Banks
DAY 4
7 AM - 8 AM: Breakfast on board anchored at the Burma Banks
8 AM - 12 PM: 9th and 10th dive at the Burma Banks
12 PM - 2 PM: Lunch on board cruisng at the Burma Banks
2PM - 3 PM: 11th dive at the Burma Banks
3PM - 1AM: Sailing to Fan Forest followed by dinner
DAY 5
7AM - 8 AM: Breakfast on board anchored at Fan Forest
8AM - 12 PM: 11th and 12th dive at Fan Forest
12 PM - 2 PM: Lunch while cruising to Western Rocky
2PM - 7 PM: 13th and 14th dive at Western Rocky
7PM - 11 PM: Dinner on board
DAY 6
7 AM - 8 AM: Breakfast on board anchored at Western Rocky
8 AM - 12 PM: 15th and 16th dive at Western Rocky Pinnacle
12 PM - 2 PM: Lunch on board
2 PM- 6 PM: 17th and 18th dive at Western Rocky
6 PM- 11 PM: Dinner on board while cruising to Kawthoung
DAY 7
7 - 9 AM: Breakfast during Burmese immigration procedure
9 - 10 AM: Thai immigration procedure and disembarking in Ranong
Similans - Richelieu Dive Cruise (7D/6N, 19 dives)
DAY 1
4 - 6 PM: Boarding at Thaplamu Pier in Khao Lak
6 PM - 7 PM : Welcome Drink, Safety & Trip Briefing
7 PM onward : Dinner on Board while Sailing to the South Similans
DAY 2
7 AM - 12PM : Breakfast - 1st and 2nd Dive in South Similans
12PM - 2 PM : Lunch while Sailing to the Central Similans
2 PM - 8 PM : 3rd and 4th Dive in the Central Similans
8 - 10PM: Dinner on Board
DAY 3
7 AM - 12PM : Breakfast - 5th and 6th Dive in Central Similans
12PM - 2 PM : Lunch on Board
2 PM - 8 PM : 7th and 8th Dive in the Central Similans
8 - 11 PM: Dinner on Board while Sailing to the North Similans
DAY 4
7AM - 12PM: Breakfast - 9th and 10th Dive at the North Similans
12PM - 2 PM : Lunch on Board
2 PM - 8 PM : 11th and 12th Dive at the North Similans
8 PM -11 PM : Dinner on Board While Sailing to Koh Bo
DAY 5
7AM - 12PM: Breakfast - 13th and 14th Dive at Koh Bon
12PM - 2 PM : Lunch while Sailing to Koh Tachai
2 PM - 8 PM : 15th and 16th Dive at Koh Tachai
8 PM - 4 AM : Dinner while Sailing to Richelieu Rock (or Boonsoong Wreck)
DAY 6
7AM - 12PM: Breakfast - 17th and 18th Dive at Richelieu Rock
12PM - 2 PM : Lunch on Board
2 PM - 3 PM: 19th Dive at Richelieu Rock (or Boonsoong Wreck)
3PM - 6AM: Dinner, Sailing back to the Pier of Thaplamu in Khao Lak
DAY 7
6 AM - 8 AM : Breakfast on Board
8 AM - 9 AM : Disembarking at the Pier of Thaplamu in Khao Lak
More
| Destinations | South Andaman Sea, Similan Islands, Myanmar |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Watersport equipment, Camera Station, Massage or Spa, Laundry |
| Languages spoken | English, French, German |
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)
- Soft drinks
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Dive equipment rentals
- 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
- Alcoholic beverage
- 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
South Andaman Sea
Best time for diving
Mid October - May is the optimum diving season on the Andaman coast (west coast). Thailand has a dry and a rainy season : it rains on the West coast during the Summer months (May- October) and on the East during the winter (October- May).
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 - 30°C year round, with May being the warmest and December being the coldest.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend 3 mm wetsuit year round.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels. You can find out more informations about diving in South Andaman Sea here : South Andaman Sea
Embarkation / Disembarkation
The embarkation and disembarkation are in Phuket or Khao Lak, guest can fly in/out 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.
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 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 ATM machines located at the airport and at 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.
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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