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Welcome to Big Blue Diving Khao Lak. On the West coast of Thailand less than an hour from Phuket airport lies the newly developed seaside resort of Khao Lak. 25 kilometers of holiday coastline. You would really only be advised to go here between the months of October & May as the Rainy Season can get pretty intense with buckets of rain relentlessly pounding down for days at a time. Which is also why Khao Lak boasts a beautiful National Park of enormous trees, & extremely dense jungle featuring a wide variety of native animals from laughing monkeys to timid elephants. By being surrounded by a coastline that stretches as far as the eye can see on side of you & then witnessing the mountainous jungles of Southeast ASia on the other it is not hard to see why Khao Lak has become the fastest growing holiday destination in Thailand. 
Khao Lak is also the gateway to the world famous Similan Islands National Park. The Similans consist of nine beautiful tropical islands, stretching from south to north. Covered with dense forest and surrounded by white sandy beaches with crystal-clear waters, these islands are a magnet for divers from all over the world. Below the surface they offer a variety of different dive sites from deep rock formations with a spectacular array of pelagic schools, to gentle coral gardens featuring a bright mass of colour & a large number of different reef fish.  The Surin Islands boasts arguably Thailands top three Divesites- Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, & Richelieu Rock, (one of Jacques Cousteau's favourite divesites). Regular residents & visitors to this side of Thailand come as large as Whalesharks & Manta Rays, but there is also an enormous array of smaller species aswell like the Ghostpipe Fish & the tiny Harlequin Shrimp.
The best way & most financially economical to incorporate everything you look for in a holiday is on a Liveaboard. These large comfortable vessels will accommodate upto 20 people including guests & crew & will cruise the best divesites over a period of 4 days & 4 nights. You'll wake up every morning surrounded by the tropical warm azure waters of Thailand, the deserted island, the constant sunshine, good food, sociable company & most importantly - world class diving! We recommend a 4day Liveaboard as it will take you diving at all the best places in the Similans & the 3 dives sites of the Surin Islands. If you choose to do a 3 day Liveaboard, or less than 3 days, you will not allow yourself enough time to soak in the pleasure of the Surin Islands. Below is a choice of Liveaboards we recommend for their reputation, their service, their boat & their staff but if you can't find what you are loking for then please
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 Manta Queen is operated by a group of experienced diving professionals who have been working as managers, instructors and liveaboard cruise directors in Thailand for many years. They are committed to safety, fun and environmental protection. They pride themselves on their experience and attention to safety. And all courses and dive trips are set at a relaxed pace with small groups. Departure point for the Manta Queen is an hour north from Phuket Airport in the small seaside town of Khao Lak the gateway to the Similan Islands. If you love exotice places, sunny beaches, crystal clear water & a fantastic variety of marine life then join these guys for your liveaboard cruise. You can visit the jewels of the Andaman Sea at the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, the Surin Islands & Richelieu Rock | Rates & Schedules 4 Days/ 4 nights Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai & Richelieu Rock from only 19800 Bt per person. (Includes equipment & National Marine Park Fees). | | # | Destination | days/
nights | Departure | Arrival | Price per diver | | | | | |  | MQ22 | Similans/ Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 18-Jan-2008 | 22-Jan-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ23 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 23-Jan-2008 | 27-Jan-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ24 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 28-Jan-2008 | 01-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ25 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 02-Feb-2008 | 06-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ26 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 06-Feb-2008 | 10-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ27 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 11-Feb-2008 | 15-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ28 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 15-Feb-2008 | 19-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ29 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 20-Feb-2008 | 24-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ30 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 27-Feb-2008 | 02-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ31 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 03-Mar-2008 | 07-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ32 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 08-Mar-2008 | 12-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ33 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 13-Mar-2008 | 17-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ34 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 17-Mar-2008 | 21-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ35 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 22-Mar-2008 | 26-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ36 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 27-Mar-2008 | 31-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ37 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 31-Mar-2008 | 04-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ38 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 04-Apr-2008 | 08-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ39 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 11-Apr-2008 | 15-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ40 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 17-Apr-2008 | 21-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ41 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 22-Apr-2008 | 26-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ42 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 27-Apr-2008 | 01-May-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ43 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 02-May-2008 | 06-May-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ44 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 07-May-2008 | 11-May-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | | | MQ45 | Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 12-May-2008 | 16-May-2008 | THB | 18,900 | | |
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 MV Manta Queen II M/V Manta Queen 2 is a perfect addition to the M/V Manta Queen. She can comfortably accommodate 20 guests in spacious air-conditioned cabins. Big salons and wide sun decks invite you to relax and enjoy your holiday while the boats bring you to some of the worlds top ten dive sites. Wide dive decks allow for easy entries and exits. The tanks are refilled with the gear attached to your tank - so all you have to do is what a liveaboard cruise is all about - sleep, eat, relax, chat with fellow divers & dive! Rates & Schedules | | # | Destination | days/
nights | Departure | Arrival | Price per diver | | * | ST | DL | M | | MQ221 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 15-Jan-2008 | 19-Jan-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ222 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 20-Jan-2008 | 24-Jan-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ223 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 25-Jan-2008 | 29-Jan-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ224 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 30-Jan-2008 | 03-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ225 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 04-Feb-2008 | 08-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ226 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 09-Feb-2008 | 13-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ227 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 14-Feb-2008 | 18-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ228 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 19-Feb-2008 | 23-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ229 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 24-Feb-2008 | 28-Feb-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ230 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 01-Mar-2008 | 05-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ231 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 06-Mar-2008 | 10-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ232 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 11-Mar-2008 | 15-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ233 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 16-Mar-2008 | 20-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ234 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 21-Mar-2008 | 25-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ235 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 26-Mar-2008 | 30-Mar-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ236 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 01-Apr-2008 | 05-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ237 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 06-Apr-2008 | 10-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ238 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 11-Apr-2008 | 15-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ239 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 16-Apr-2008 | 20-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ240 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 21-Apr-2008 | 25-Apr-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 | | MQ241 | Similan - Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 29-Apr-2008 | 03-May-2008 | THB | 18,900 | 0 | 0 |
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 MV Dolphin Queen M/V Dolphin Queen was built in 1999. It has a wooden hull, and this means less sound from the engine room. Dolphin Queen has 3 decks. The main deck has 8 cabins for our guests. All cabins are air conditioned, except 2 single cabins in the bow of the boat which have fans. This is for guests who have problems with A/C. There are 2 more cabins with double beds on the upper deck. All cabins have 220v plugs, so you can charge your battery packs or your lights. On the main deck at the stern is the dive platform which has more than ample room to store and put on your gear. There are also 2 Bauer compressors with an air cooler and 40 tanks. There are 3 spacious toilets with showers and 2 showers on the dive deck. The galley is also on the main deck. Rates & Schedules | | # | Destination | days/
nights | Departure | Arrival | Price per diver | | * | ST | DL | M | | DQ63 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 16-Jan-2008 | 20-Jan-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ64 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 21-Jan-2008 | 25-Jan-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ65 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 26-Jan-2008 | 30-Jan-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ66 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 31-Jan-2008 | 04-Feb-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ67 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 04-Feb-2008 | 08-Feb-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ68 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 09-Feb-2008 | 13-Feb-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ69 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 14-Feb-2008 | 18-Feb-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ70 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 19-Feb-2008 | 23-Feb-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ71 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 24-Feb-2008 | 28-Feb-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ72 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 29-Feb-2008 | 04-Mar-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ73 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 05-Mar-2008 | 09-Mar-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ74 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 10-Mar-2008 | 14-Mar-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ75 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 15-Mar-2008 | 19-Mar-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ76 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 20-Mar-2008 | 24-Mar-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ77 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 25-Mar-2008 | 29-Mar-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ78 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 30-Mar-2008 | 03-Apr-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ79 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 04-Apr-2008 | 08-Apr-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ80 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 09-Apr-2008 | 13-Apr-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ81 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 14-Apr-2008 | 18-Apr-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ82 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 19-Apr-2008 | 23-Apr-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ83 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 24-Apr-2008 | 28-Apr-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ84 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 29-Apr-2008 | 03-May-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ85 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 04-May-2008 | 08-May-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ86 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 08-May-2008 | 12-May-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 | | DQ87 | Similan-Richelieu | 4/4 | 13-May-2008 | 17-May-2008 | THB | 17,800 | 20,800 | 21,800 |
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Phuket, Thailand is the starting point to some of the world's most varied and amazing diving. Let us show you the treasures of the Andaman Sea. We are the pioneers of liveaboard diving in this part of the world and since 1994 have been operating live aboard trips to many locations that are now world-famous divesites. 
Scuba Cat’s crew is very experienced and have logged thousands of dives in these waters and have retained their enthusiasm and sense of wonder. They excel in finding small and rare marine life specimens that are hidden to the untrained eye and are happy to show you how to photograph these creatures without destroying the coral. Add to this our Thai boat crew's ever-smiling helpfulness and the mouthwatering on-board cuisine and you have all the ingredients for a great trip. Rates & Schedules 4 Days/4 Nights trip to the Similans/ Surin Islands/ Richelieu Rock from only 28,700 Baht/ USD 940 per person. Departures from Chalong Pier, Phuket. | # | Destination | days/
nights | Departure | Arrival | Price per diver | | * | ST | DL | | | SAD17 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 15-Jan-2008 | 19-Jan-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD18 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 21-Jan-2008 | 25-Feb-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD19 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 28-Jan-2008 | 01-Feb-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD20 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 04-Feb-2008 | 08-Feb-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD21 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 11-Feb-2008 | 15-Feb-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD22 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 18-Feb-2008 | 22-Feb-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD23 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 25-Feb-2008 | 29-Feb-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD24 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 03-Mar-2008 | 07-Mar-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD25 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 10-Mar-2008 | 14-Mar-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD26 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 17-Mar-2008 | 21-Mar-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD27 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 23-Mar-2008 | 27-Mar-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD28 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 30-Mar-2008 | 03-Apr-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD29 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 04-Apr-2008 | 08-Apr-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD30 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 09-Apr-2008 | 13-Apr-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD31 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 14-Apr-2008 | 18-Apr-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD32 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 19-Apr-2008 | 23-Apr-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD33 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 24-Apr-2008 | 28-Apr-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD34 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 01-May-2008 | 05-May-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD35 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 06-May-2008 | 10-May-2008 | USD | 940 | | | | SAD36 | Similan, Richelieu Rock | 4/4 | 11-May-2008 | 15-May-2008 | USD | 940 | | |
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 From Bangkok
Bus from Bangkok to Khao Lak is relatively punctual and inexpensive. There are ordinary and air-conditioned buses. Food and beverages are served on the air-conditioned buses. Bueses also make scheduled stops at local restuarants for about half an hour, to fill your stomach and take a short break. From the Southern Bus Terminal to Khao Lak everyday
Bangkok Office: +(662) 435-1199, +(662) 434-7192
Phuket Central Tour: +(662) 435-5016, +(662) 435-7428
Liknite Tour: +(662) 435-5018-9 From Phuket Most of foreign travellers prefer to drop at Phuket and taking a private transfer to Khao Lak. This tranquil beach nestled on the beautiful waters of the Andaman can be reached by air, by bus, by car or by train. A flight to Phuket Airport, followed by a road trip of a further 80 kms to Takuapa town and within an hour you will be in Khao Lak. Most of resorts have arrange those private transfer for you. In case you don't have: Island Tour Co., Ltd at Phuket: http://www.tour-phuket.com is one we recommend. From Overseas Many airlines now fly directly to Phuket from several countries, a stopover a day in Bangkok is unnecessary. However, in case of departure from Bangkok, you may catch a domestic flight by Thai Airways which fly daily to Phuket. Thai Airways:
Bangkok to Phuket:
HQ: +(662)513-0121
Donmuang: +(662)535-2081-2
Phuket: +(6676)25-8237 |
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