Thailand
MV Lapat was specifically designed to offer affordable Similan diving cruises for up to 16 guests. The experienced team commissioned the building of Lapat to specifications ideal for couples, friends, solo divers, and groups. Each cabin is air conditioned, and accommodates two guests. Similan liveaboard diving cruises don’t need to be crowded or overpriced. MV Lapat finds a nice balance of size, guest capacity, comfort and budget.
Starting with the communal areas, there is a sundeck atop, and on the upper deck there is a covered outdoor dining area, and a small air-conditioned lounge for enjoying videos and to cool down during the daytime. The dive platform is at the rear of the boat, and is where everyone’s equipment is stored. Divers join small groups into the crystal-clear turquoise waters of The Andaman Sea. Most diving guests on Lapat join to enjoy wonderful Similan diving safaris, but some take part in PADI diving courses during their trip.
On the main deck of MV Lapat there are eight air-conditioned cabins, each for two guests. Six of the cabins are twin bunk, meaning that solo guests can also enjoy some privacy. The double-bed cabins are for couples. These have private en suite bathrooms inside. Guests in the twin bunk cabins on Lapat share bathroom facilities which have hot & cold water throughout the trip. Although not large, each cabin is clean, well designed, and has an airy feel due to the materials and large windows.
In the past, Lapat trips were 'flexible' meaning that you could join by speedboat on any morning and stay for as long as you choose. However, for the 2024-2025 season Lapat offers 'scheduled' trips which alternate 4D / 3N to the northern dive sites and 5D / 4N to Similans & the northern dive sites.
Prices & Schedule
| MV Lapat Diver Prices Overview 2025 / 2026 | |||
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| Destinations | Duration | Twin | Double En Suite |
| , , , , local wrecks ( 15 Dives ) | 5D / 4N | Twin824 USD | Double En Suite888 USD |
Itinerary
MV Lapat's speedboat sails from Tab Lamu Pier (Khao Lak) in the evening and returns at 5.00pm on the final day.
The shorter trips are 3 nights and up to 11 dives all at the northern dive sites (Surin, Richelieu Rock, Koh Tachai & Koh Bon)
The longer trips are 4 nights and up to 15 dives at the Similans & northern sites list above
The itineraries below are the most-common for each trip, but these can sometimes be changed for a number of reasons. Small changes are made due to weather & sea conditions, special marine life sightings, overcrowded dive sites, local-authorities' instructions, and the needs & requests of the paying guests. The safety & comfort of all guests is most important at all times.
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| Itinerary Name (click the itinerary name to open) | Days / Nights | Number of dives |
| Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, local wrecks | 5D / 4N | 15 Dives |
Facilites, Layout and Specifications
| MV Lapat Layout (prior to the 2018 refit and bathroom changes) | |
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| MV Lapat Specifications | |
| Built: | 2016 |
| Length: | 24 metres |
| Beam: | 5 metres |
| Instrumentation: | Depth Sounder, VHF Radio, Radar, GPS |
| Safety: | Life vests, Oxygen, First aid kit, Fire Extingishers |
| Plug sockets: | 220V in every cabin |
Courses
MV Lapat has a range of PADI diving courses available at very competitive prices.
Normally, you need to pre-book a PADI diving course so that equipment, materials and staff in your preferred language can be prepared.
Transfer details
MV Lapat guests staying in Khao Lak and northern Phuketcan enjoy free scheduled transfers in the afternoon on departure day.
At the end of the trip the same transfers apply.
All transfers are at set times, and shared with other guests.
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MV Lapat Scheduled Transfers 2D / 1N Trips
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| 6.45 - 7.45 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
| 08:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 16:45 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 17:00 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
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MV Lapat Scheduled Transfers 3D / 2N Trips
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| 6.45 - 7.45 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
| 08:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 16:45 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 17:00 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
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