Deep Andaman Queen Overview
Deep Andaman Queen is a wonderful purpose-built liveaboard cruise boat, and one of the largest of those in the Andaman Sea. There are many good reasons to choose to dive with the Deep Andaman Queen, mainly the boat's size, comfort and the professionalism of all the staff & crew. Deep Andaman Queen cruises (sometimes referred to as 'diving safaris') take divers to the best dive sites in Thailand. Also, when the National Marine Parks are closed from May to late October, the boat is available for trips in the deep south at Koh Lipe which isn't as affected by the monsoon weather.
The boat is large and comfortable, which adds to its already-high safety standards. Although safety incidents when diving in Thailand are extremely rare, the qualifications and professionalism of the the Deep Andaman Queen team are excellent. The boat was completely refurbished in 2019, including the centerpiece of the boat, the master cabins, which offer unbeatable luxury and panoramic views. All cabins are fully air-conditioned with en-suite bathrooms and hot showers. And the boat offers different luxury levels to suit all but the tightest of budgets.
There are six different types of cabin on Deep Andaman Queen. The 'standard' cabins are on the lower deck. There are two twin-bunk cabins, a triple-bunk and one with four single beds. On the main deck there are two deluxe twin cabins, three deluxe double cabins and two master cabins. All main-deck cabins have doors which open out onto the deck giving a wonderful feeling of space and of course a sea view from the windows.
On the upper deck of Deep Andaman Queen there is an air-conditioned lounge, but most people spend their time in the open-air dining area. Here you can chat with other guests, or update your log book. Of course, this is also where the delicious and plentiful food is served. The cooks prepare several meals every day including on departure evening. It's a mixture of Western and local cuisine, with something different every day, and vegetarians are also coatered for. Diving is hungry work, but you won't go hungry on Deep Andaman Queen.
Non-divers are welcome on the Deep Andaman Queen, and there is plenty of space for them to relax and sunbathe with a good book, look out for dolphins, or enjoy a dvd in the lounge. Divers on-board have even more to get excited about, though. There is one of the largest diving platforms in the region to safely enter or exit the water. And the benefit of Nitrox on-board which can fill tanks with oxygen mixtures up to 32%. The two motorized dinghies transport divers from where they surface back to the boat, and can take guests to the beach or shallow reefs, too.
Every season we get very positive reviews from each guest that we place on Deep Andaman Queen.
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Deep Andaman Queen Facilities, Layout & Specifications
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| Deep Andaman Queen Specifications | |
| Refurbished. | 2012. |
| Length. | 28.5 metres ( 95 ft ). |
| Beam. | 7 metres ( 17 ft ). |
| Draft. | 2.5 metres ( 8 ft ). |
| Engines. | 2 Hino Engines 2 X 510 hp. |
| Generators. | 2 Hino generators each with 50 kw ( 220 V + 12 V ). |
| Compressors. | 2 Bauer mariner compressors 2 X 190 plum. |
| Air. | Enriched Air ( Nitrox ) Membrane. |
| Electricity. | 220 volt of Electricity 24 hours a day available in all cabins. |
| Air - conditioning. | Air-conditioning system ( Hino ). |
| Water capacity. | 20,000 litres. |
| Fuel capacity. | 15,000 litres. |
| Cruising Speed. | 9.5 knots. |
| Maximum Speed. | 13 knots. |
| Sun deck. | 60 square meter Sun Deck area. |
| Saloon. | Large, comfortable saloon with air conditioning. |
| Entertainment. | TV / DVD Player with a library of films, CD / VCD/ MP3 Music system. |
| Guest capacity. | 25 pax. |
| Deep Andaman Queen Safety Features |
| EPIRB. |
| Garmin Global Positioning System ( GPS ). |
| Garmin Depth Sounder. |
| VHF Radio. |
| Marine Radio. |
| Radar. |
| Radio telephone. |
| Mobile telephones. |
| 2 Life rafts. |
| 2x 4-meter hard-hull inflatable dinghy with a 40hp outboard engine. |
| Full-feature medical first aid box + Emergency First Response Instructors on board. |
| Oxygen 1,500 liters - all guides trained oxygen provider. |
| Life jackets in each cabin. |
| 8x floatation life-rings. |
| Fire extinguishers throughout. |
| Emergency evacuation facilities. |
| Affiliated member with the Hyperbaric Chamber in Thailand. |
| Deep Andaman Queen Diving Area |
| Dive deck dimensions: 6 m x 8 m. |
| Dive platform dimensions: 2.5 m x 7 m. |
| 2 Showers at the stern. |
| 2 Fresh-water buckets for rinsing cameras, torches, and other gears. |
| 12-litre aluminum cylinders with international fittings. |
| 15-litre cylinders are available for rent ( let know in advance ). |
| Weights 150 x 1 kg or 2.2 lb. |
| Scuba Pro and Aqua Lung Diving Equipment. |
| DIN adapters are available ( please let us know in advance ). |
| Camera Setting Deck. |
Deep Andaman Queen Courses
There is a choice of PADI diving courses available on Deep Andaman Queen. The most common are the Advanced Open Water Diver and Nitrox courses. Completing these enables you to dive deeper, and for longer.
It's nearly always better to book a liveaboard diving course in advance.
*If you take part in the Nitrox course you get free Nitrox fills for the remainder of the trip
| Courses | |
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| Courses | Prices |
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Night Diver
(1 Dive)
Including: Referral form included
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1,200
THB |
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Deep Diver
(1 Dive)
Including: Referral form included
|
1,200
THB |
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Buoyancy Control Diver
(1 Dive)
Including: Referral form included
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1,200
THB |
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Multi-Level Diver
(1 Dive)
Including: Referral form included
|
1,200
THB |
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Adventure Diver
(3 Dives)
Including: Manual included
|
8,000
THB |
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Advanced Open Water
(5 Dives)
Including: Manual included
|
8,000
THB |
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Nitrox Enriched Air
(2 Dives)
Including: Manual & tables included
|
8,000
THB |
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Deep Diver
(4 Dives)
Including: Manual included
|
8,000
THB |
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Underwater Photographer
(2 Dives)
Including: Manual included, camera not included
|
8,000
THB |
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PADI Underwater Digital Photographer (New!)
(2 Dives)
Including: Manual included, camera not included
|
8,000
THB |
Deep Andaman Queen Itinerary
Deep Andaman Queen has several itineraries, which include the regular 4D/4N trips within Thailand's Similan Islands.
During peak periods, such as New Year and other public holidays, these Similan trips are 24 hours longer.
During the Similan low season (May - October) Deep Andaman Queen is based in the deep south, sailing to Koh Lipe for 3 day, 4 night trips.
And between the Koh Lipe and Similan trips, the boat offers cruises around Phuket, including Koh Haa and Hin Daeng.
Please carefully look at the dates and schedules of the trips, especially if you're comparing websites for the same trip.
All of Deep Andaman's cruises depart in the evening, and you finish diving in the afternoon 3, 4 or 5 days later.
On some trips in the south guests normally spend the final (extra) night onboard, and disembark the following morning. This means you don't need a hotel for the night, and you're safe to fly by lunchtime.
But most Similan trips require guests to disembark in the afternoon, after two morning dives.
Most Similan trips are 4D/4N (4 diving days & 4 nights)
Public holiday Smilan trips are 5D/5N (5 diving days & 5 nights)
Koh Lipe trips are 3D/4N (3 diving days & 4 nights)
Koh Haa/Hin Daeng/Phi Phi/Phuket trips are 3D/3N and 4D/3N
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.
Deep Andaman Queen Transfer Details
Deep Andaman Queen guests can enjoy free scheduled pickup from local hotels and resorts.
That means
- around Phuket & Khao Lak for Similan trips that depart from Tab Lamu Pier.
- only Phuket for Chalong Pier, Phuket departures.
- only Hat Yai airport / Pak Bara area for Koh Lipe trips that depart from Pak Bara Pier.
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Deep Andaman Queen Scheduled Transfers 3D / 4N Trips
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| 19:30 | Pick up from Hat Yai airport : Free |
| 20:00 | Pick up from Pakbara, Satun : Free |
| 21:00 | Departure ( Pakbara, Satun ) |
| 06:00 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 09:00 | Drop off to Pakbara, Satun : Free |
| 11:00 | Drop off to Hat Yai airport : Free |
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Deep Andaman Queen Scheduled Transfers 3D / 4N Trips
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| 19:30 | Pick up from Phuket : Free |
| 21:00 | Departure ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 06:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 09:00 | Drop off to Phuket : Free |
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Deep Andaman Queen Scheduled Transfers 4D / 5N Trips
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| 19:30 | Pick up from Phuket : Free |
| 21:00 | Departure ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 06:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
| 09:00 | Drop off to Phuket : Free |
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Deep Andaman Queen Scheduled Transfers 4D / 5N Trips
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| 17:30 | Pick up from Phuket : Free |
| 19:00 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
| 21:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 06:00 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 09:00 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
| 11:00 | Drop off to Phuket : Free |
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Deep Andaman Queen Scheduled Transfers 5D / 6N Trips
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| 17:30 | Pick up from Phuket : Free |
| 19:00 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
| 21:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 06:00 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
| 09:00 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
| 11:00 | Drop off to Phuket : Free |
For customers who would like a private taxi please see below for details.
(Click below for a rough guide to the rates you can expect to pay ‘per vehicle,’ not ‘per person’.)
Deep Andaman Queen Schedule & Prices
| Destinations | Duration | Standard Quad | Standard Triple | Standard Twin | Deluxe Twin | Deluxe Double | Master Cabin |
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| Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock ( 10 dives) | 3D / 3N | Standard Quad 25,500 THB | Standard Triple 26,800 THB | Standard Twin 30,000 THB | Deluxe Twin 33,500 THB | Deluxe Double 38,000 THB | |
| Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock ( 14 dives) | 4D / 4N | Standard Quad 33,500 THB | Standard Triple 36,000 THB | Standard Twin 40,000 THB | Deluxe Twin 44,500 THB | Deluxe Double 44,500 THB | Master Cabin 52,000 THB |
| Koh Haa, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Koh Lipe, 8 Mile Rock, Stonehenge, Koh Phi Phi, King Cruiser Wreck ( 18 dives) | 5D / 5N | Standard Quad 45,000 THB | Standard Triple 48,200 THB | Standard Twin 53,200 THB | Deluxe Twin 59,500 THB | Deluxe Double 59,500 THB | Master Cabin 69,000 THB |
| Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock ( 18 dives) | 5D / 5N | Standard Quad 42,000 THB | Standard Triple 45,000 THB | Standard Twin 50,000 THB | Deluxe Twin 55,500 THB | Deluxe Double 55,500 THB | Master Cabin 64,000 THB |
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- Best-price guarantee, AND get FREE gifts.
- We don’t ask for any payment or your card details until you are ready to confirm your booking.
- For safety reasons, it’s impossible to complete a booking instantly online , as some other websites claim to offer. We always check first as each boat has a different criteria regarding diver details & experience .
- We offer each boat’s booking & payment policy (below). Some other websites have standardised terms, asking for full payment but many boats’ payment terms are a 20-30% deposit, and the balance paid on arrival.
- Our Thailand-based staff are experts about logistics, the dive sites & all the boats . Take a look at the reviews on our site & tripadvisor.
- Our team are always online to answer your questions. We always respond the same day , usually within a few minutes
- Customer service is everything!
For example, if a trip is cancelled, we will ensure you can choose between an alternative similar trip or a full & unconditional refund .
The booking process for MV Deep Andaman Queen is very simple & convenient. Firstly, ask us to reserve a space in your chosen cabin on your preferred dates. This is comittment free. When you are ready to confirm, we ask for 30% of the cruise price as a deposit. This payment is most-commonly made via PayPal, and there are no fees at all for you. You don't even need a Paypal account, although PayPal do encourage you to open one. The PayPal invoice can be sent to any email address and payment can be made by anyone.
Nowadays, most of our guests choose to pay by direct bank transfer in a selection of currencies. This gives the very best exchange rate and no fees. We have accounts in USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, NZD & THB.
The 70% balance is due 30 days before departure departure.
Extras, such as national marine park fees and maybe equipment hire or other items, can be paid when you arrive on board the boat. Card payments attract 3% bank fees. Extras such as park fees, courses, and equipment hire must be paid on arrival.
Cancellation policy:
Cancellation fees depend on the time and reason for cancelling. Please contact us for details. The management of MV Deep Andaman Queen are both considerate & flexible whenever possible regarding customer cancellations.
The official cancellation policy is as follows:
45+ days before departure = refund of deposit, minus bank fees
31-45 days before departure = 25% of the cruise price forfeited
0-30 days before departure = 75% of the cruise price forfeited
Most travel insurance policies can protect you from unforeseen cancellation penalties.
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