NOTICE : As of 2021 diving liveaboards are unable to sail into Myanmar for scuba diving cruises. This boat is currently only sailing in Thailand, but will return to Myanmar as soon as possible.
MV Deep Andaman Queen is a wonderful diving liveaboard boat that sails to Burma and the best dive sites of Thailand. All cabins have private en suite bathrooms & air conditioning. Cabin types to choose from are four bed, three bed, twin, double & master. In total there is space for up to 25 guests to enjoy comfortable diving cruises which start at Thailand’s best diving sites and then sail into Myanmar’s Mergui Archipelago. These 8D/7N trips are to the best diving locations in The Andaman Sea.
The boat's pride and joy is the huge diving platform, which gives everyone space to move around safely before & after each dive. There are showers & rinse tanks for cleaning yourself, and any photo or video equipment. Dive equipment is taken care of by the staff, and left set-up for the whole trip. The area is well-planned, and there are the normal facilities, such as Nitrox and motorized tender dinghies for transporting guests to beaches and sometimes picking up any divers who surface far from the main boat.
But it’s not just the diving platform that makes Deep Andaman Queen a great Burma liveaboard boat. The guests are only underwater for a few hours a day. The rest of the day aboard can be spent in the cabins, on the shaded lounge or sundeck on the upper deck, in the air-conditioned saloon, or the open-air dining area. There’s always somewhere to socialize in comfort or get some privacy.
Safety is first & most-important for diving safaris to Burma and Thailand’s North Andaman dive sites. Therefore the professional organization and facilities make Deep Andaman Queen stand out from its competitors. But from a guest’s point of view, the reason for going on a diving safari is to enjoy lots of diving and relax. The crew & diving staff pride themselves on ensuring that each guest receives a friendly & professional service throughout the trip. For this, they have a very good reputation.
NEW in 2019, the boat is getting a full renovation, making it longer, and adding a master cabin and a standard twin cabin. The newest images will be uploaded during July - October 2019.
There are many reasons to choose Deep Andaman Queen for a Myanmar & Thailand diving safari. These include the boat being new (2012), its facilities, staff, and the wonderful food. Scheduled transfers from Khao Lak & Phuket are included in the price, too.
Prices & Schedule
Deep Andaman Queen Diver Prices Overview 2024 / 2025 | |||||||
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Destinations | Duration | Quad Cabin | Triple Cabin | Twin Cabin | Deluxe Twin Cabin | Deluxe Double Cabin | Master Cabin |
Boat Schedule and prices coming soon |
Itinerary
After guests are picked up from around Phuket & Khao Lak during late afternoon and early evening of departure day, Deep Andaman Queen sails from Khao Lak's Tab Lamu Pier in the evening. Dinner is served on board.
The diving begins early the next morning, within Thailand.
The second full day is when Deep Andaman Queen crosses into Burma.
After 5 full diving days in Burma, Deep Andaman Queen returns to Thailand for two dives at a local wreck.
Disembarkation is at lunchtime on the final day.
Guests are transferred to their chosen destinations around Khao Lak and Phuket.
There is also a shorter itinerary in which guests can join in Ranong and only do the diving days in Myanmar.
Facilites, Layout and Specifications
Deep Andaman Queen Layout |
Deep Andaman Queen Specifications | |
Refurbished. | 2012. |
Length. | 28.5 metres ( 95 ft ). |
Beam. | 7 metres ( 17 ft ). |
Draft. | 2.5 metres ( 8 ft ). |
Engines. | 2 Hino engines 2x 510 hp. |
Generators. | 2 Hino generators each with 50 kw ( 220 V + 12 V ). |
Compressors. | 2 Bauer mariner compressors 2x 190 plum. |
Air. | Enriched air ( Nitrox ) membrane. |
Electricity. | 220 volt electricity 24 hours a day available in all cabins. |
Air - conditioning. | Air-conditioning system ( Hino ). |
Water capacity. | 20,000 litres. |
Fuel capacity. | 15,000 litres. |
Cruising Speed. | 9.5 knots. |
Maximum Speed. | 13 knots. |
Sun deck. | 60 square meter sun deck area. |
Saloon. | Large, comfortable air-conditioned saloon. |
Entertainment. | TV / DVD Player with a library of films, CD / VCD/ MP3 music system. |
Guest capacity. | 25 pax. |
Deep Andaman Queen Safety Features |
EPIRB. |
Garmin Global Positioning System ( GPS ). |
Garmin depth sounder. |
VHF radio. |
Marine radio. |
Radar. |
Radio telephone. |
Mobile telephones. |
2 Liferafts. |
2x 4-metre hard-hull inflatable dinghies with a 40hp outboard motors. |
Full-feature medical first aid box + Emergency First Response Instructors on board. |
Oxygen 1,500 liters - all guides trained oxygen providers. |
Life jackets in each cabin. |
8 x floatation life-rings. |
Fire extinguishers throughout. |
Emergency evacuation facilities. |
Affiliated member with the Hyperbaric Chamber in Thailand. |
Deep Andaman Queen Diving Area |
Dive deck dimensions: 6m x 8m. |
Dive platform dimensions: 2.5m x 7m. |
2 showers at the stern. |
2 Freshwater buckets for rinsing cameras, torches, and other gears. |
12-litre aluminum cylinders with international fittings. |
15-litre cylinders are available for rent (with advance notice). |
Weights 150x 1 kg (2.2 lb.) |
Scuba Pro and AquaLung diving equipment. |
DIN adapters are available (please let us know in advance). |
Camera setting deck. |
Courses
Taking part in a diving course while on a liveaboard cruise is an excellent idea. Not only are the prices lower than doing the courses on land-based day trips, the environment is perfect.
There are several diving courses available on Deep Andaman Queen's cruises into Myanmar. Please let us which you are interested in, even if you're not ready to confirm yet.
Courses | |
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Courses | Prices |
Night Diver
(1 Dive)
Including: Referral form included
|
35
USD |
Deep Diver
(1 Dive)
Including: Referral form included
|
35
USD |
Buoyancy Control Diver
(1 Dive)
Including: Referral form included
|
35
USD |
Multi-Level Diver
(1 Dive)
Including: Referral form included
|
35
USD |
Adventure Diver
(3 Dives)
Including: Manual included
|
236
USD |
Advanced Open Water
(5 Dives)
Including: Manual included
|
236
USD |
Nitrox Enriched Air
(2 Dives)
Including: Manual & tables included
|
236
USD |
Deep Diver
(4 Dives)
Including: Manual included
|
236
USD |
Underwater Photographer
(2 Dives)
Including: Manual included, camera not included
|
236
USD |
PADI Underwater Digital Photographer (New!)
(2 Dives)
Including: Manual included, camera not included
|
236
USD |
Transfer details
Deep Andaman Queen is based in Phuket, but sails from Khao Lak's Tab Lamu Pier, which is 100km north of Phuket. There are free scheduled transfers at the beginning and end of each 8D/7N trip. These transfers are at set times, and guests coming at other times need to come by taxi. We are happy to arrange safe & comfortable private taxis at reasonable rates.
The boat departs from Tab Lamu Pier around 20:00 (8pm)
Dvers who want to join the 5D/4N trips need to arrive in Ranong for scheduled local transfers.
Pick up for Myanmar/Burma 8D/7N Trips | |
Pick-up Location | Time |
Chalong Bay | 15:00 |
Cape Panwa | 15:00 |
Rawai Beach Area | 15:15 - 15:25 |
Kata Beach | 15:45 – 16:10 |
Karon Beach | 16:20 – 16:45 |
Patong Beach | 17:00 – 17:30 |
Phuket Town | 16:00 – 16:30 |
Kamala / Surin Beach | 17:45 – 18:00 |
Phuket International Airport | 18:00-18:30 |
Khao Lak area | 18:00-18:30 |
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