MANDARIN QUEEN 9 LIVEABORD
The MV Mandarin Queen 9 / Jovanna is a newly built steel vessel liveaboard. She was launched in OCT 2023. She is a large liveaboard and takes only a maximum of 24 divers with accommodation in 12 comfortable cabins. On the main deck are 2 Master double cabins and 6 deluxe twin cabins. The lower deck has 2 Master double cabins and 2 deluxe twin cabins. All cabins with private bathrooms and aircon.
On board you find a lot of space for relaxation, a large indoor saloon and an outdoor (shaded) dining area. As well as a large sundeck.
3 meals are served per full day. Meals will vary each day and will comprise of Thai cuisines, fresh seafood, and international dishes. The cook will ensure that you are well looked after for every meal on board. Food will be attentively prepared to suit your requirements. Snacks, tea and coffee are available throughout the day. Sodas and beers are for sale.
The Mandarin Queen is one of the best boats in the area. Early booking is recommended to secure your space.
MANDARIN QUEEN 9 LIVEABORD
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MANDARIN QUEEN 9 LIVEABORD
Accommodation
Master Cabin Main Deck (2 room)
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1 double bed
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Aircon with control
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Ensuite Bathroom
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Max 2 guests
Ocean View Double M1 (port side bow). It comes with its own private bathroom. Each of the cabins is also fitted with life jackets and a safe deposit box with individual air-con controls.
Twin Cabin-Main Deck (6 room)
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2 double bed
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Aircon with control
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Ensuite Bathroom
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Max 2 guests
Ocean View Double M1 (port side bow). It comes with its own private bathroom. Each of the cabins is also fitted with life jackets and a safe deposit box with individual air-con controls.
Master Cabin-Lower Deck (2 room)
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1 double bed
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Aircon with control
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Ensuite Bathroom
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Max 2 guests
Ocean View Double M1 (port side bow). It comes with its own private bathroom. Each of the cabins is also fitted with life jackets and a safe deposit box with individual air-con controls.
Twin Cabin-Lower Deck (2 room)
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2 single bed
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Aircon with control
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Ensuite Bathroom
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Max 2 guests
Ocean View Double M1 (port side bow). It comes with its own private bathroom. Each of the cabins is also fitted with life jackets and a safe deposit box with individual air-con controls.
MANDARIN QUEEN 9 LIVEABORD
Deck Plans
MANDARIN QUEEN 9 5D/4N 15 Dive
Similan-Koh Bon-Tachai-Richelieu Rock
LIVEABORD ITINERARY
Mandarin Queen runs trips for 4 nights to the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock through the season from October to May.
5D/4N 15 Dive ITINERARY– Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock
DEPARTURE DAY
16:00 – 18:00
Pick up from hotels in Phuket or Airport Transfer by minibus to Thap Lamu Pier 1-2 hours
19:00 – 19:30
Pick up from hotels in Khao Lak Transfer by minibus to Thap Lamu Pier 20 minutes
20:00
Briefing and Equipment set up
20:30
Dinner on Board and Departure to Similan Islands
DIVING DAY 1 – 3
07:00 Wake Up, Coffee, First Dive
08:30 Breakfast
11:00 Second Dive
12:30 Lunch
15:00 Third Dive
19:00 Night Dive OR
17:30 Dusk Dive
20:00 Dinner
DIVING DAY 4
07:00 Wake Up, Coffee, First Dive
08:30 Breakfast
10:30 Second Dive
12:00 Lunch and Cruising to Thap Lamu
14:00 Third Dive
16:00 Arrive Thap Lamu
16:30 Arrive Khao Lak Hotels
18:30 Arrive Phuket Hotels
Note : This is an approximate itinerary. The 4 night trips include 15 dives at the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock. Exact dive times will vary from day to day. There will be time for a couple of beach visits during the trip.
Departure and arrival for the South Andaman cruises will be from and to Phuket.