Similan Explorer Trips and Prices
Similan Islands, Surin Islands & Richelieu Rock:
6 days / 5 nights (18 dives)
| Cabin Type | Trip Price | Trip Length | Dives | Enquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Cabin – Upper Deck | 30,900 THB | 6D / 5N | 18 |  |
| Twin Cabin – Main Deck | 29,800 THB | 6D / 5N | 18 | |
| Quad Cabin – Main Deck | 26,200 THB | 6D / 5N | 18 | |
Similan Islands & Richelieu Rock:
4 days / 3 nights (10 dives)
| Cabin Type | Trip Price | Trip Length | Dives | Enquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Cabin – Upper Deck | 20,400 THB | 4D / 3N | 10 | |
| Twin Cabin – Main Deck | 19,300 THB | 4D / 3N | 10 | |
| Quad Cabin – Main Deck | 17,900 THB | 4D / 3N | 10 | |
Similan Explorer Schedule 2020
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Similan Explorer Liveaboard Information
There are 2 double cabins on the upper deck, plus 4 twin cabins and 2 quad cabins on the main deck. All cabins have windows, are airconditioned and use shared bathrooms. There’s plenty of space to sit and relax around the boat at the bow, on the sun deck or on the shaded rear section of the upper deck.
The Similan Explorer sets a high standard for a lower budget boat and is good value for money with 3 and 5 day trips at a good price.
Between dives, you have plenty of opportunity to take a walk on some of the Similans or jump overboard and snorkel in the shallow waters of a quiet bay. The 5 day trips also include a land visit in the Surin islands to see the Moken sea gypsies.
The dive deck is spacious and well organised. The Similan Explorer is also equipped with a 4m dinghy, and all of the most modern navigation and communication equipment. Explorer departs from the port of Thap Lamu, 90 minutes North of Phuket. Transfers in Khao Lak are included in the price. Transfers from Phuket can be arranged by taxi.
Diving Equipment
Rental equipment is provided by the Similan Explorer liveaboard. Rental price is 600 Baht per day for BCD/regulator (300 Baht per item per day) and 250 Baht per day for a dive computer. No charge for fins/mask/wetsuit. After pick up from your accommodation in Khao Lak you will go to the liveaboard office in Khao Lak to try gear before departure.
Torches for night dives, no charge. 15 liter tanks 150 Baht per day.
Nitrox
Nitrox is available on board @ 220 Baht per 12 liter tank fill or 1,700 Baht for 3 night trips, or 3,060 Baht for 5 night trips.
Courses
PADI Advanced Open Water course is 8,560 Baht. PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) course is 7,276 Baht.
Note the boat has a strict rule – if you are only Open Water certified you must do the Adventure Deep Dive section of the Advanced open Water course (1,800 Baht) or you can choose to do the whole Advanced Open Water course.
Drinks
Drinking water, coffee, tea, electrolyte drinks are included. Sodas are 30 – 40 Baht. Beers 70 – 80 Baht.
Check Availability or Make a Reservation
Please complete the form below to send an availability or booking enquiry to Sunrise Divers. You are also welcome to send a direct email to [email protected] or call our mobile hotline +66846264646. We are based in Phuket, Thailand. We will reply as soon as possible with full trip information and details on how to make a booking. Payments can be made by credit card (no card fees) or bank transfer. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Similan Explorer Deck Plans
Main Deck
1 Dive platform – 2 Deck showers – 3 Gearing up area – 4 Compressors – 5 Stairs to upper deck
– 6 Toilet/shower – 7 Galley – 8 Crew cabins – 9 Guests cabin (4 berths) – 10 Anchor
22 Nitrox blending station – 23 Fire extinguisher – 26 Twin cabin
Upper Deck
11 Dinghy – 12 Bench – 13 Dining area tables – 14 Stairs to sundeck – 15 Self service counter
16 Double bed cabin – 17 Wheelhouse – 20 Depth sounder & GPS
21 Life raft – 23 Fire extinguisher – 25 Satellite phone – 27 Benches
Sun Deck
18 Sun deck – 24 Shaded area on sundeck
Similan Explorer Itinerary
Similan Explorer runs trips for 5 nights to the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock and the Surin Islands – including a visit to a sea gypsy village in the Surin Islands. There are also short 3 night trips including the Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock. Trips run through the season from October to early May.
Itinerary 5 nights – Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock
| DEPARTURE DAY | |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Pick up from hotels in Khao Lak Meet at Similan Explorer shop in Khao Lak to arrange equipment and sign in |
| 16:00 | Transfer to Thap Lamu port (20 minutes) |
| 17:00 | Departure to Similan Islands and dinner on board |
| DIVING DAY 1 – 4 | |
| 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 5 | |
| 07:00 | Wake Up, Coffee, First Dive |
| 08:30 | Breakfast |
| 10:30 | Second Dive |
| 12:00 | Lunch and Cruising to Thap Lamu |
| 15:00 | Arrive Thap Lamu |
| 15:30 | Arrive Khao Lak Hotels |
Itinerary 3 nights – Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock
| DEPARTURE DAY | |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Pick up from hotels in Khao Lak Meet at Similan Explorer shop in Khao Lak to arrange equipment and sign in |
| 16:00 | Transfer to Thap Lamu port (20 minutes) |
| 17:00 | Departure to Similan Islands and dinner on board |
| DIVING DAY 1 – 2 | |
| 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 3 | |
| 07:00 | Wake Up, Coffee, First Dive |
| 08:30 | Breakfast |
| 10:30 | Second Dive |
| 12:00 | Lunch and Cruising to Thap Lamu |
| 15:00 | Arrive Thap Lamu |
| 15:30 | Arrive Khao Lak Hotels |
Similan Explorer Safety & Specifications
Vessel Information
| Boat Type | Wood Hull Motor Vessel |
| Year Built | 2002 (refurbished 2015) |
| Length | 25 Meters |
| Width | 7 Meters |
| Maximum Guests | 20 |
| No. of Cabins | 8 (2 Double, 4 Twin, 2 Quad) |
| Engines | 1 x Hino 350 HP |
| Maximum Speed | 10 Knots |
| Nitrox on Board | Yes |