Destination: Thailand
Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock (2-5 Nights) From $214/night
MV Oktavia Quick Pitch
Swedish owned and operated, MV Oktavia offers fantastic Similan Island, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock cruises for the whole family; fantastic diving and snorkeling, frequent runs to stunningly beautiful islands for beach activities, and adventurous excursions.
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Location
Oktavia's trips leave from a port called Thap Lamu north of Phuket.
Dive Overview
The Thai islands and the Andaman Sea are known for widely varied underwater terrain, friendly fish, and diverse marine life, with warm water throughout the year. Marine life includes soft and hard corals, fields of anemones, nudibranchs, harlequin shrimp, cuttlefish and seahorses, plus regular sightings of mantas, zebra sharks, and the legendary whale shark.
[See: Similan Island Dive Travel Guide & Thailand Dive Travel Guide]
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Accommodations
Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos
MV Oktavia Accommodation Overview
MV Oktavia has Blue Ocean Cabins (6 x double bed, 5 x bunk bed, 2 x triple berths) and Master Suites (x 2). Her nine standard cabins (called "Blue Ocean") are roomy, tidy and neat, come equipped with central air-conditioning as well as a fan, and have large windows offering plenty of natural light and a wonderful view of the Andaman Sea and the islands. The four fully-tiled shared bathroom and shower combinations are of European style and standard and come equipped with hot water showers. The two Master Suites, have double beds, a reading and lounge chair (pipe smoking only allowed outside, but bring your slippers), and private bathrooms.
Standard triple, standard twin & Standard double cabins cabins
Blue Ocean Cabin Amenities
- Central air-conditioning and individually controlled fan
- Shared fully tiled WC of European style and standard with hot water shower
- Cabinet space for storing belongings
- Large panoramic windows
Master Cabin Double Bed & TV
Master Cabin Closet & Lounge Chairs
Master Cabin Bathroom
Master Suite Amenities
- Individually controlled air-conditioning and fan
- En-suite fully-tiled and spacious bathroom with hot water shower
- Closet and cabinet space for storing clothes and belongings
- Large double bed
- Large panoramic windows
- Hardwood floors
- Desk with chair
- Lounge chair with footstool
- 25 sqm in size
General Facilities
The Upper Deck & Outdoor Seating
The dive facilities
MV Oktavia Boat Features
- Four Bathrooms & Showers
- Expansive Leisure Deck Area
- Large Open Air Saloon, Dining & Social Area
- Twin, Double, Triple and Quad Cabins
- Covered Outdoor Dining
- Audio & Video Entertainment
- LCD TV, Media PC, Bar
- 20,000 Liters Fresh Water
- Satellite Phone, Mobile Phone, CB Radio
- Child-Friendly
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
MV Oktavia Dive Facilities
- Spacious Dive Deck
- You will be assigned your own space where you can keep your gear
- Swim Platform, with two ladders for easy and quick access to the boat after diving or swimming
- Two additional showers to use for a quick rinse after getting out of the water
- The Dive Deck and the Swim Platform also provide a good place for fishing
Food & Drinks Aboard MV Oktavia
MV Oktavia features delicious buffets with Thai as well as Western dishes. Snacks are available all day and they also offer free hot beverages.
MV Oktavia Liveaboard Deck Plan
Schedule & Rates
For information on departure dates, rates, and availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at 310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!
Dive Information & Destinations
2D2N: Similan Islands Itinerary
These trips will depart from Thap Lamu north of Phuket near Khao Lak. Transfers are included in the price from Phuket and Khao Lak hotels. Speedboat transfers for the two-day and three-day trips are 1,000 THB each. These charges are paid in cash upon boarding the liveaboard.
- Departure
- 13:30 Begin guest pick up from hotels in Phuket
- 14:30 Pick up from Phuket International Airport
- 16:00 Depart from Thap Lamu, dinner on board
- No diving
- Day 1
- Diving at Similan Islands #4 through #7
- ~4 dives
- Day 2
- 07:00 Diving at Similan Islands #7
- 11:00 Diving at Similan Islands#8
- 13:30 Diving at Similan Islands #8
- 15:00 Depart Similan by speedboat
- 17:00 Arrive Thap Lamu, depart for Phuket or Khao Lak
- ~3 dives
3D2N: Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock Itinerary
These trips will depart from Thap Lamu north of Phuket near Khao Lak. Transfers are included in the price from Phuket and Khao Lak hotels. Speedboat transfers for the two-day and three-day trips are 1,000 THB each. These charges are paid in cash upon boarding the liveaboard.
- Day 1 ~3 dives
- 05:30 Pick up guests from hotels in Phuket
- 06:30 Pick up from Khao Lak hotels
- 08:00 Depart Thap Lamu for Similan Islands
- 10:30 First Dive @ Similan #8
- 14:30 Second Dive at Similan #9
- 19:30 Night Dive at Similan #8 or #9
- Day 2 ~4 dives
- Diving at Koh Bon & Koh Tachai. Sleep at Tachai, early departure for Richelieu Rock.
- Day 3 ~3 dives
- Diving at Richelieu Rock & Boon Sung Wreck
- 18:00 Arrive at Thap Lamu Pier, depart for Khao Lak or Phuket
5D5N: Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock Itinerary
These trips will depart from Thap Lamu north of Phuket near Khao Lak. Transfers are included in the price from Phuket and Khao Lak hotels. There is no speedboat charge for this itinerary, since you leave with the liveaboard and return with the liveaboard boat.
- Day 1
- Diving at Similan Islands #4 through #7, including night dive.
- ~4 dives
- Day 2
- Diving at Similan Islands #7 & #8.
- ~4 dives
- Day 3
- Diving at Similan Islands #8 & #9.
- ~4 dives
- Day 4
- Diving at Koh Bon & Koh Tachai. Sleep at Tachai, early departure for Richelieu Rock.
- ~4 dives
- Day 5
- Diving at Richelieu Rock & Boon Sung Wreck
- 18:00 Arrive at Thap Lamu Pier, depart for Khao Lak or Phuket
- ~3 dives
4D4N: Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock Itinerary
These trips will depart from Thap Lamu north of Phuket near Khao Lak. Transfers are included in the price from Phuket and Khao Lak hotels.
- Departure
- 13:30 Begin guest pick up from hotels in Phuket
- 14:30 Pick up from Phuket International Airport
- 16:00 Depart from Thap Lamu, dinner on board
- No diving
- Day 1
- Diving at Similan Islands #4 through #7, including night dive.
- ~4 dives
- Day 2
- Diving at Similan Islands #8 & #9.
- ~4 dives
- Day 3
- Diving at Koh Bon & Koh Tachai. Sleep at Tachai, early departure for Richelieu Rock.
- ~4 dives
- Day 4
- Diving at Richelieu Rock & Boon Sung Wreck
- 18:00 Arrive at Thap Lamu Pier, depart for Khao Lak or Phuket
- ~3 dives
Other Information
Boat Specifications
- LOA: 29.5m /100ft
- Cruising speed: 8 knots
- Beam: 5.8m /19ft
- Maximum speed: 10 knots
- Fuel: 7,500 liters
- Number of guests: 24 persons
- Water: 20,000 liters
- Dinghy: 4.7m w/ 40 hp Yamaha
- Engines: Nissan, 2 x 420 hp
- Air-conditioning: Central
- Generators: 2 x 50kW
- Compressors: Bauer 2 X 250 lpm
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
- Time Zone: UTC+7
- Local Currency: THB (Thai Baht)
- Electricity: 220 volts
- Language Spoken: Thai & English
- Payment onboard: Cash (Thai baht)
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