Dolphin Queen – Similan & Surin Island Tours

Dolphin Queen – Similan & Surin Island Tours

Dolphin Queen - Khao Lak Liveaboard

The Dolphin Queen Khao Lak based liveaboard will suit those wanting a lower price Similan Islands trip. If you're backpacking or on a tight budget, this could be the one for you. Despite being a low price, Dolphin Queen is professionally run with friendly staff, good food and of course great diving. There are several cabin types to choose from, all with aircon. Bathrooms are shared. It's a no frills boat that attracts a younger crowd looking for a cheap, fun trip. There are 3 and 5 night trips to the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock for max 18 divers through the season from October to May. There are 2 double bed cabins on the upper deck and 2 double bed cabins plus 3 twin bed cabins and 1 quad cabin on the main deck. All trips on Dolphin Queen start from Khao Lak.

Dolphin Queen Trips and Prices

Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai & Richelieu Rock:
4 days / 3 nights (10 dives)

Cabin Type Trip Price Trip Length Dives Enquiry
Double Cabin – Upper Deck 22,700 THB 4D / 3N 10
Double Cabin – Main Deck 21,500 THB 4D / 3N 10
Twin Cabin – Main Deck 20,700 THB 4D / 3N 10
Quad Cabin – Main Deck 19,400 THB 4D / 3N 10

Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Surin Islands & Richelieu Rock:
6 days / 5 nights (18 dives)

Cabin Type Trip Price Trip Length Dives Enquiry
Double Cabin – Upper Deck 28,500 THB 6D / 5N 18
Double Cabin – Main Deck 27,500 THB 6D / 5N 18
Twin Cabin – Main Deck 26,100 THB 6D / 5N 18
Quad Cabin – Main Deck 24,800 THB 6D / 5N 18

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Dolphin Queen Liveaboard Information

The main deck has 6 cabins – 2 double, 3 twin and 1 quad (4 berth) all air conditioned. There are also 2 larger cabins with double beds on the upper deck. In all, Dolphin Queen will take up to 18 guests.

The upper deck is where you can find the wheelhouse at the bow. At the stern is the eating area. Here you can help yourself with coffee, tea, water, electrolyte drinks and fruits which are always on the table. Breakfast is European style with toast, omelets, fried eggs, sausages, corn flakes, muesli and fruits. Lunch and Dinner are served buffet style with Thai food. You will find a TV so any videos made on the trip can be reviewed, or watch a movie. There is also a stereo so you can relax with some of your favorite music.

On the main deck at the stern is the dive platform which has plenty of room to store and prepare your gear. The Dolphin Queen has 3 boat crew, who are there to help you gear up and help with your entry and exit. There are 3 toilets with showers plus 2 showers on the dive deck. The galley is also located on the main deck. Your on-board food is prepared by the cook and her assistant who can cater for special needs.

Diving Equipment

Rental equipment is provided by the Dolphin Queen 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 3,060 Baht for 5 night trips with 18 dives, or 1,700 Baht for 3 night trips with 10 dives (170 Baht/tank).

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.

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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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Dolphin Queen Deck Plans

Main Deck

Dolphin Queen Liveaboard Main Deck Plan

1 dive platform – 2 deck showers – 3 dive deck – 4 compressors – 5 stairs – 6 bathrooms
7 galley – 8 crew cabins – 9 guest cabins – 10 anchor – 19 oxygen station

Upper Deck

Dolphin Queen Liveaboard Upper Deck Plan

11 dinghy – 12 bench – 13 covered dining area – 14 stairs to sundeck
15 counter – 16 double bed cabins – 17 wheelhouse

Sun Deck

Dolphin Queen Liveaboard Sun Deck Plan

14 stairs to sundeck – 18 sundeck

Dolphin Queen Itinerary

Dolphin Queen 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
15:00 – 17:00 Pick up from hotels in Khao Lak
Meet at Dolphin Queen shop in Khao Lak to arrange equipment and sign in
19:00 Transfer to Thap Lamu port (20 minutes)
20:00 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
15:00 – 17:00 Pick up from hotels in Khao Lak
Meet at Dolphin Queen shop in Khao Lak to arrange equipment and sign in
19:00 Transfer to Thap Lamu port (20 minutes)
20:00 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

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Dolphin Queen Safety & Specifications

Vessel Information

Boat Type Wood Hull Motor Vessel
Year Built 1999 (refurbished 2008)
Length 24 Meters
Width 5.5 Meters
Maximum Guests 18
No. of Cabins 8 (4 Double, 3 Twin, 1 Quad)
Engines 2 x Hino 315 HP
Maximum Speed 10 Knots
Nitrox on Board Yes

Safety Specifications

  • Depth Sounder
  • GPS
  • Marine Radio
  • Satellite Phone
  • Life Rafts
  • Life Vests
  • Fire Alarm
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Oxygen
  • First Aid Kit

Dolphin Queen Schedule 2023 – 2024

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