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Mandarin Queen 9, Thailand

Rating 9.5 out of 10 9.5 Exceptional
from $ 214 / day Check dates

“Great staff. Excellent food. Amazing staff”

Justina M, Flag of United States United States

Highlights

  • Video games on board
  • Hot tub on board

The Mandarin Queen 9 (Jovanna) is a 37.5-meter/123-foot-long liveaboard, offering diving adventures across the Andaman Sea. It features 13 spacious cabins—8 on the upper deck and 5 on the lower deck—accommodating 26 guests. The master cabins on both decks come with queen-size beds and en-suite bathrooms. The twin cabins also offer en-suite bathrooms, with the upper deck cabins boasting sea views. Each cabin has air conditioning, a television, a closet, and amenities like towels, a hair dryer, and bottled water.

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Date
Price
16 Jan
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
21 Jan
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
26 Jan
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
31 Jan
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
05 Feb
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
Select Cabin only 2 spaces left
11 Feb
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
16 Feb
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
21 Feb
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
26 Feb
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
03 Mar
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
08 Mar
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL
13 Mar
5 Days / 4 Nights
$ 1,073
FULL

Included: VAT, Environment Tax, Fuel Surcharge, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Night Dives, Nitrox, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.

Required Extras: National Park Fees (120-2,300 THB per trip).

Optional Extras: Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox Course (8,500 THB per trip), Private Dive Guide (8,000 THB per trip), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (8,500 THB per trip).

Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.

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Mandarin Queen 9 Reviews

  • Rating 9.5 out of 10
  • 9.5 Exceptional
  1. Vessel
    8.7
  2. Crew
    9.8
  3. Food
    9.8
  4. Diving
    9.6
  5. Value
    9.5
  • Rating 9.6 out of 10
  • 9.6 Exceptional
  • Julien B
  • Flag of Germany Germany

An unforgettable liveaboard experience – absolutely outstanding!

I had an incredible time on this liveaboard. Everything was perfectly organized, the Queen Mandarin 9 was in excellent condition, and both the diving and the life on board exceeded all expectations. The equipment provided was high-quality, well-maintained, and the lovely crew took care of absolutely everything: helping with entering and exiting the water, setting up and removing equipment, carrying and cleaning gear, and always being there with a smile. The cabins were clean, comfortable, and air-conditioned, making the stay even more relaxing. We were spoiled with delicious food around the clock – several warm buffet-style meals a day, plenty of snacks like chips and instant dishes, and even an ice cream machine. A special shout-out goes to the kitchen and cleaning staff, who worked tirelessly in the background to make this smooth and enjoyable experience possible. Between dives, there was never a dull moment: a big TV with a wide media library, two massage chairs, a PS5, a Nintendo Switch, and lots of cozy spaces to relax or find privacy. Truly the perfect setup for comfort and entertainment. The dive sites were spectacular, with highlights like Koh Bon and Richelieu Rock, offering an incredible variety of marine life – from schooling fish and vibrant reefs to breathtaking macro sightings. Another major highlight: during the dives, the dive masters captured professional photos and videos, giving everyone unforgettable memories to take home. The group itself was a wonderful mix of ages and nationalities, creating a warm, friendly, and fun atmosphere where everyone connected and shared experiences. In short: a beautifully organized, welcoming, and absolutely unforgettable liveaboard adventure. I can recommend it 100%, and I would return in a heartbeat.

Recommended for
The incredibly caring and fun crew. The amazing food and nonstop snacks. The overall comfort and atmosphere.
  • Rating 8.0 out of 10
  • 8.0 Very good
  • Swati G
  • Flag of United States United States

Excellent Dive Platform

This is not a luxury boat, but its function as a dive boat is superior. A well organized dive platform, great rental gear, space to store stuff, and the crew who took care of everything is what makes a great boat. Most importantly, the boat tender that dropped divers at the dive sites was EXCELLENT. Most other boats have little zodiacs, but Mandarin's steel hull tenders did well during the storms we experienced. They are safer and more comfortable. Our dive guide Tuey was wonderful. Food was good. The chef took great care in accommodating our vegan diets. The saloon has a nice TV for movies and a separate gaming TV. Super comfortable sofas and blankets. Rooms are basic and small, but we enjoyed the large window and the TV was nice when the weather was bad.

Recommended for
Quality of rental gear. Sturdy Dive Boat Tender. Dive platform.
  • Rating 10 out of 10
  • 10 Exceptional
  • Almog P
  • Flag of Israel Israel

Best dives I’ve ever had

I had the best time on mandarin queen 9. The all experience from start to finish was amazing. The boat crew was so nice always strive to give us the best experience, as a vegetarian they always make sure I have something to eat and made special meals for me. The dive masters were the best I dived with and I was pleasure to dive with and the free nitrox was the cherry on the top. If you want to do liveaboard in Thailand don’t think twice and go dive with mandarin queen 9

Recommended for
Professional crew. Professional divemasters. Best food.
  • Rating 9.2 out of 10
  • 9.2 Superb
  • Andrew L
  • Flag of Singapore Singapore

A fantastic first liveaboard experience with an amazing crew, great food, spacious boat with fun amenities like massage chairs and an ice cream machine, friendly dive guides with camera gear, and only

My first liveaboard experience and I could not have chosen better. The boat was spacious with plenty of room to relax, and the onboard entertainment room with massage chairs and an ice cream machine was a fantastic bonus. The service from the crew was impeccable, and the food was consistently amazing with a memorable Mookata night and a Barbecue night as highlights. The dive guides were friendly and professional and even brought their own camera rigs to capture incredible photos for us. Visibility was not ideal during our trip due to post-typhoon conditions, but that was completely outside of the crew’s control. Overall, a truly fantastic experience and I would happily return.

Recommended for
Comfort. Food. Service.

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