TOP MV MANDARIN QUEEN 9 Liveaboard

The MV Mandarin Queen 9 / Jovanna is a newly built steel vessel liveaboard. She was launched in OCT 2023. She is a large liveaboard and takes only a maximum of 24 divers with accommodation in 12 comfortable cabins. On the main deck are 2 Master double cabins and 6 deluxe twin cabins. The lower deck has 2 Master double cabins and 2 deluxe twin cabins. All cabins with private bathrooms and aircon.

On board you find a lot of space for relaxation, a large indoor saloon and an outdoor (shaded) dining area. As well as a large sundeck.

3 meals are served per full day. Meals will vary each day and will comprise of Thai cuisines, fresh seafood, and international dishes. The cook will ensure that you are well looked after for every meal on board. Food will be attentively prepared to suit your requirements. Snacks, tea and coffee are available throughout the day. Sodas and beers are for sale.

The Mandarin Queen is one of the best boats in the area. Early booking is recommended to secure your space.

MV MANDARIN QUEEN 9 Liveaboard
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MV MANDARIN QUEEN 9 Liveaboard
Accommodation

Master Cabin Main Deck (2 room)

1 double bed
Aircon with control
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 2 guests

Ocean View Double M1 (port side bow). It comes with its own private bathroom. Each of the cabins is also fitted with life jackets and a safe deposit box with individual air-con controls.

Twin Cabin-Main Deck (6 room)

2 double bed
Aircon with control
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 2 guests

Ocean View Double M1 (port side bow). It comes with its own private bathroom. Each of the cabins is also fitted with life jackets and a safe deposit box with individual air-con controls.

Master Cabin-Lower Deck (2 room)

1 double bed
Aircon with control
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 2 guests

Ocean View Double M1 (port side bow). It comes with its own private bathroom. Each of the cabins is also fitted with life jackets and a safe deposit box with individual air-con controls.

Twin Cabin-Lower Deck (2 room)

2 single bed
Aircon with control
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 2 guests

Ocean View Double M1 (port side bow). It comes with its own private bathroom. Each of the cabins is also fitted with life jackets and a safe deposit box with individual air-con controls.

MV MANDARIN QUEEN 9 Liveaboard
Deck Plans

MV MANDARIN QUEEN 9 Liveaboard 5D/4N 15 Dive
Similan-Koh Bon-Tachai-Richelieu Rock
LIVEABORD ITINERARY

Early bird 10%

Mandarin Queen runs trips for 4 nights to the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock through the season from October to May.

5D/4N 15 Dive ITINERARY– Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock

DEPARTURE DAY

16:00 – 18:00

Pick up from hotels in Phuket or Airport Transfer by minibus to Thap Lamu Pier 1-2 hours

19:00 – 19:30

Pick up from hotels in Khao Lak Transfer by minibus to Thap Lamu Pier 20 minutes

20:00

Briefing and Equipment set up

20:30

Dinner on Board and Departure to Similan Islands

DIVING DAY 1 – 3

07:00 Wake Up, Coffee, First Dive

08:30 Breakfast

11:00 Second Dive

12:30 Lunch

15:00 Third Dive

19:00 Night Dive OR

17:30 Dusk Dive

20:00 Dinner

DIVING DAY 4

07:00 Wake Up, Coffee, First Dive

08:30 Breakfast

10:30 Second Dive

12:00 Lunch and Cruising to Thap Lamu

14:00 Third Dive

16:00 Arrive Thap Lamu

16:30 Arrive Khao Lak Hotels

18:30 Arrive Phuket Hotels

Note : This is an approximate itinerary. The 4 night trips include 15 dives at the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock. Exact dive times will vary from day to day. There will be time for a couple of beach visits during the trip.
Departure and arrival for the South Andaman cruises will be from and to Phuket.