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New in 2017, MV Lapat was specifically designed to offer affordable luxury Similan diving cruises for up to 16 lucky guests. The highly-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 in clean comfort. Similan liveaboard diving cruises don’t need to be crowded or overpriced. MV Lapat finds the perfect balance of size, guest capacity, luxury and budget.
Starting with the communal areas, there is a large sundeck atop, and on the upper deck there is a covered outdoor dining area, and an air-conditioned lounge for enjoying videos and to cool down during the daytime. Everything was designed to be modern, but have character and be practical. The large dive platform is obviously at the rear of the boat, and is where everyone’s equipment is stored. Divers step off in 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. Non-diving guests are also very welcome, and pay a discounted rate. They will be offered opportunities to snorkel above shallow reefs, and every guest is welcome to visit The Similan Islands’ famous pristine beaches, for example at Donald Duck Bay.
On the main deck of MV Lapat there are 8 air-conditioned cabins, each taking no more than 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 clean 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.
MV Lapat trips are 'flexible' meaning that you can join by speedboat on any morening and stay for as long as you choose. It's important to stay in Khao Lak the night before your trip so that you can check in at the dive centre before 7pm. Land transfers from your Khao Lak hotel and the speedboat trip is all included in the price.
On Thursday and Saturdays Lapat goes to Richelieu Rock, which is the best dive site in Thailand.
MV Lapat Prices & Schedule
MV Lapat Itinerary
MV Lapat's speedboat sails from Baan Nam Khem Pier (Khao Lak) in the morning (around 8.30am) and returns at 4.30pm on your final day.
The list if itineraries below is so long because there are so many itineraries to choose from. Check the destination, day of thw week, and trip length for your chosen dates on the schedule.
If you are unsure, please get in touch for our help.
Beach visits are not possible at Richelieu Rock & Koh Bon (no beach) or Koh Tachai (closed to the public).
On days at the Similan Islands, beach visits are sometimes possible, but we never promise. This is because so many factors affect the ability and decision whether or not to visit the beach. These factors include the exact location of the boat and its next dive site, how crowded the beach may be, the time of day, and if the the boat needs to be somewhere else to fill up with fresh water.
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.
| Itinerary Name (click the itinerary name to open) | Days / Nights | Number of dives |
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| Richelieu Rock, Koh Tachai | 2 Days / 1 Nights | 6 Dives |
| Koh Tachai, Koh Bon | 2 Days / 1 Nights | 6 Dives |
| Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | 3 Days / 2 Nights | 10 Dives |
| Richelieu Rock, Koh Tachai, Koh Bon | 3 Days / 2 Nights | 10 Dives |
| Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock | 2 Days / 2 Nights | 7 Dives |
MV Lapat 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 |
MV Lapat Courses
MV Lapat has a wide range of 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.
MV Lapat Transfer details
MV Lapat guests staying in Khao Lak can enjoy free scheduled transfers in the morning on departure day. It's not a good idea to try to come directly from Phuket because it's very far and the boat can't wait.
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MV Lapat Scheduled Transfers 2D / 1D Trips
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| 07:00 - 08:15 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
| 08:30 | Departure ( Baan Nam Khem Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 16:00 | Return ( Baan Nam Khem Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
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MV Lapat Scheduled Transfers 4D / 3D Trips
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| 07:00 - 08:15 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
| 08:30 | Departure ( Baan Nam Khem Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 16:00 | Return ( Baan Nam Khem Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
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MV Lapat Scheduled Transfers 3D / 2D Trips
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| 07:00 - 08:15 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
| 08:30 | Departure ( Baan Nam Khem Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 16:00 | Return ( Baan Nam Khem Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
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