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Similan Islands liveaboard diving boats come in different sizes, and with various levels of comfort at a range of prices. Manta Queen 6 ticks nearly all the right boxes for those who want Similan & Richelieu Rock diving safaris. The trips are competitively priced, the cabins are ideal for solo travelers, friends and even couples, and all are air-conditioned and have en suite* bathroom facilities. With no more than 14 guests on each trip, this 25-metre boat has space for all on board. There is also free Wi-Fi at the start and end of the cruise (due to it relying on the cellular signal).
Manta Queen 6 is of average size of Similan diving boats, but taking just 14 guests in 7 cabins means that there is more space for each person to socialize in groups or find somewhere to chill alone. The boat has a wooden monohull, and all the safety and diving features necessary for all levels of scuba diver. This includes Nitrox.
On top great-value, luxury diving cruises to Thailand’s best dive sites, Manta Queen 6 also offers free pick up and drop off from local hotels and resorts. Like all our other Similan liveaboard dive boats, Divemaster guides, weights & belts, and 12 litre air tanks are included in the prices, as are all meals, snacks, fruits, tea & coffee, and drinking water. In contrast to most other 4D/4N diving cruises, those aboard Manta Queen 6 can enjoy an extra dive on the final day. Most of the 4D/4N cruises have 14 dives, but on Manta Queen 6, there are 15. Please be aware that you may see Manta Queen 6's trips elsewhere on the internet to be 5D/4N (five days & four nights). This is untrue and misleading. Although the trips do span five calendar dates, your first day is an evening departure with no diving and just a light meal. We prefer to only count/show diving days, and so do all honest agents.
All in all, this is a wonderful boat that offers excellent-value trips. The small group of divers on board enjoy sociable surface intervals and evenings under starlit nights, as well as 15 dives at the best diving sites in Thailand.
*Please note that Manta Queen 6's cabins are technically 'en suite' because there is just one door between bedroom and bathroom, but in fact two cabins share each bathroom, which is located in between the cabins.
MV Manta Queen 6 Prices & Schedule
MV Manta Queen 6 Diver Prices Overview 2019 / 2020 | |||||||
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Destinations | Duration | Twin En Suite | |||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 15 Dives) | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite737 USD | |||||
Manta Queen 6 Special Offers Coming Up | |||||||
Discounted remaining spaces | |||||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 15 Dives) Departs: 05 Apr 2019 Return: 09 Apr 2019 | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite Special Offer 673 USD | |||||
Discounted remaining spaces | |||||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 15 Dives) Departs: 10 Apr 2019 Return: 14 Apr 2019 | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite Special Offer 673 USD | |||||
Discounted remaining spaces | |||||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 15 Dives) Departs: 20 Apr 2019 Return: 24 Apr 2019 | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite Special Offer 673 USD | |||||
Discounted remaining spaces | |||||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 15 Dives) Departs: 25 Apr 2019 Return: 29 Apr 2019 | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite Special Offer 673 USD | |||||
Discounted remaining spaces | |||||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 15 Dives) Departs: 30 Apr 2019 Return: 04 May 2019 | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite Special Offer 673 USD | |||||
Discounted remaining spaces | |||||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 15 Dives) Departs: 05 May 2019 Return: 09 May 2019 | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite Special Offer 673 USD | |||||
Discounted remaining spaces | |||||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 15 Dives) Departs: 10 May 2019 Return: 14 May 2019 | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite Special Offer 673 USD | |||||
Discounted remaining spaces | |||||||
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck, ( 16 Dives) Departs: 27 Oct 2019 Return: 31 Oct 2019 | 4D / 4N | Twin En Suite Special Offer 640 USD |
MV Manta Queen 6 Itinerary
Manta Queen 6 departs in the evening, and a light meal is served on board. Diving begins the following morning.
At the end of the trip, everyone is brought back to the dive centre, then taken to hotels in the area.
Do not believe other websites that show the trips to be 5D/4N, because they are not. With an evening departure and the return less than 96 hours later, these trips are 4D/4N.
Click below for more details of the itinerary.
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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Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Boonsung Wreck | 4 Days / 4 Nights | 15 Dives |
MV Manta Queen 6 Facilites, Layout and Specifications
MV Manta Queen 6 Layout | |
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1: | Twin Bunk En-Suite Cabin |
MV Manta Queen 6 Specifications | |
Length. | 25 Metres. |
Width. | 5 Metres. |
Hull. | Wooden. |
Engines. | 2x Hino 450 HP 10 Cylinder. |
Generators. | 1x 40 KW 1x 50 KW. |
Speed. | 8-9 Knots. |
Navigation. | GPS Satellite Navigation, Sonar, Compass. |
Safety. | VHF Radio, Emergency Oxygen Unit, Liferaft, Life-jackets/rings, First Aid Kit, Satellite Phones. |
MV Manta Queen 6 Courses
There is a wide choice of PADI diving courses that you can take on Manta Queen 6, including advanced, speciality and even beginner courses. Most can be chosen on board but it is always better to pre-book. Taking part in a PADI diving course while on a liveaboard trip is a great idea. Take a look at the PADI courses listed below, and contact us at any time with enquiries.
Courses | |
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Courses | Prices |
Adventure Diver Including: Manual & Certification | 209 USD |
Nitrox Including: Manual, Certification & 2 fills | 241 USD |
Deep Specialty Including: Manual & Certification | 241 USD |
Peak Buoyancy Including: Manual & Certification | 241 USD |
Digital Underwater Photographer Including: Manual & Certification | 241 USD |
Advanced Open Water Including: Manual & Certification | 274 USD |
Open Water Diver* Including: Manual & Certification | 319 USD |
*Open Water Diver candidates need to arrive in Khao Lak at least one full day before Manta Queen departs from the pier. This is to complete ‘confined water’ skills training and theory & tests. Also, if no other divers are taking the course on your chosen cruise, there is a surcharge for one-on-one tutoring. E-learning candidates are welcome, too. Please enquire for details and prices BEFORE signing up for e-learning on the PADI website.
MV Manta Queen 6 Transfer details
The Manta Queen fleet use several minivans to collect divers from hotels and the airport. Each minivan is pre-booked to have a set route, times and guests.
Guests staying in and around Khao Lak can take advantage of free scheduled transfers on departure day (4.00-4.30pm).
Manta Queen 6's Phuket transfers are available for 300 THB / way. The scheduled pick ups times are 11.30am-3.30pm, depending on the location of the hotel.
Pick ups from Phuket Airport are 3.00-3.30pm.
Everyone is first taken to the PADI dive centre to fill out a little paperwork, make final payments, and try on any rental equipment.
At the end of the trip, everyone is brought back to the dive centre, before being transferred to their chosen hotel.
MV Manta Queen 6 Scheduled Transfers 4D / 4N Trips | |
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11:30 - 15:30 | Pick up from Phuket : 10 USD |
16:00 - 16:30 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
18:00 - 18:30 | Transfers ( Khao Lak ) |
19:00 - 20:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
15:00 - 16:00 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
15:00 - 16:00 | Transfers ( Khao Lak ) |
17:00 - 18:00 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
17:00 - 19:00 | Drop off to Phuket : 10 USD |
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