Thailand
MV Manta Queen 1 is a very popular & highly-respected Similan diving liveaboard boat that takes up to 20 guests to the best diving sites in Thailand, including Koh Bon, Koh Tachai & Richelieu Rock. The boat’s cabins each take up to two guests, in twin or double bed layout. Most cabins have private bathrooms, but some of the twin cabins do not, and the price for these is lower. All cabins have air-conditioning. At nearly 30 metres in length, Manta Queen 1 has plenty of space for couples and groups to socialize over a meal or evening drink, and there are plenty of places (inside & out) for guests to find some privacy with a book or to just top up a tan.
In addition to giving plenty of space to guests, the large size of Manta Queen 1 ensures that any rough seas during the first or last months of the diving season are dealt with easily. 
Although diving from Manta Queen 1 is among the best-value liveaboard, guests don’t miss out on anything. All meals, fruits, snacks, tea, coffee, sodas & drinking water is included, too.
Manta Queen 1 happily accepts divers of all levels, including new fun divers, enthusiasts and even professionals. There is Nitrox available, as well as SSI courses. And now free Wi-Fi, that is dependent on when the boat is in range of a signal. Even though the prices are low, safety and quality remain a top priority. The professional team teach the courses and qualified & experienced Divemaster guides lead groups of no more than five divers, chosen to be at similar levels. Every year Manta Queen 1 undergoes a full overhaul and interior renovation, in order to maintain the best experience for all on board.
IManta Queen 1 offers four-night trips, that span five calendar dates and up to 15 dives.
Prices & Schedule
| MV Manta Queen 1 Diver Prices Overview 2025 / 2026 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destinations | Duration | Twin Cabin | En Suite Twin Cabin | En Suite Double Cabin |
| Racha Islands, , , ( 10 Dives) | 4D / 3N | Twin Cabin568 USD | En Suite Twin Cabin631 USD | En Suite Double Cabin631 USD |
| , , , , ( 15 Dives) | 5D / 4N | Twin Cabin883 USD | En Suite Twin Cabin946 USD | En Suite Double Cabin946 USD |
Itinerary
The 5-day 4-night Manta Queen 1 diving safari itinerary departs from Khao Lak in the evening. Guests sometimes meet at the dive centre first for balance payment, equipment fitting and to sign a few forms. But some are taken directly to the boat, there is a general briefing and a light evening meal is served on board. The boat sails into the night and the diving starts in the morning of the following day.
There are four dives per day for three days, then three dives on the final day, before the boat returns to the pier in the afternoon.
After the trip guests are taken to their chosen destination in Khao Lak or Phuket.
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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.
| Itineraries | ||
|---|---|---|
| Itinerary Name (click the itinerary name to open) | Days / Nights | Number of dives |
| Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck | 5D / 4N | 15 Dives |
| Racha Islands, Koh Phi Phi, King Cruiser Wreck, Shark Point | 4D / 3N | 10 Dives |
Facilites, Layout and Specifications
| MV Manta Queen 1 Layout | |
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| 8x | En suite main deck cabins |
| 2x | Std. twin lower deck cabins |
| MV Manta Queen 1 Specifications | |
| Length. | 27 metres. |
| Width. | 6 metres. |
| Hull. | Wooden. |
| Engines. | 2x Hino 450hp 10 cylinder. |
| Generators. | 1x 40Kw. 1x 50Kw. |
| Nitrox filling station. | Nitrox tanks and PADI courses available. |
| Cruising speed. | 8-9 knots. |
| Navigation. | GPS Sat.Nav, depth sounder, compass. |
| Water. | 14,000 litres. |
| Accommodation. | 10 air conditioned cabins |
| Amenities. | Large salon, sun deck, tea and coffee. |
| Crew. | 1 Captain, 1 Engineer, 1 Cook, 4 Assistants. |
| Diving. | 30x 12-litre aluminium tanks, int'l valves. |
| Safety. | VHF Radio, life jackets, life rings, first aid kit. |
| Dinghy. | 2x 4 metres with 40hp engine. |
Courses
There is a selection of SSI diving courses available on Manta Queen 1, including Enriched Air Nitrox (EAN) and Advanced course. We always recommend MQ1 guests to pre-book their course with just a 500 THB deposit. However, it's usually ok to choose and confirm after your arrival.
| Courses | |
|---|---|
| Courses | Prices |
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Adventure Deep (30m.)
|
47
USD |
|
Deep Specialty
|
221
USD |
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SSI Advanced Adventurer
Including: Use of computer
|
252
USD |
|
Nitrox
Including: Use of computer & all Nitrox fills
|
268
USD |
Transfer details
The Manta Queen fleet use minivans to collect guests from hotels & the airport. Each minivan is pre-arranged for its set route, times & guests.
If you're staying in and around Khao Lak you can get free scheduled transfers in the afternoon on departure day.
Manta Queen 1's Phuket guests can get free transfers. The pickup times are usually after lunch and until 3.30pm, depending on the location of your hotel.
Pickups from Phuket Airport are mid-afternoon on departure day.
At the end of the cruise, everyone is usually transferred to your chosen hotel in Phuket or Khao Lak.
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