Manta Queen 7, Thailand

Name: North Andaman: Similan - Koh Bon - Koh Tachai - Richelieu - Boon Sung Wreck (Khao Lak - Khao Lak)
Start: 2026-12-26
End: 2026-12-30
Location: Thailand

8.8 Fabulous

Nitrox available
Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

from $ 134 / day Check dates

“The staff were so professional, friendly and the dive sites particularly Richelieu rock were off the scale!!”
Sarah A, United Kingdom

Highlights

Great value for money
Large sundeck for relaxation
Free Departure & Return Day Transfers (Khao Lak / Phuket)

Manta Queen 7 accommodates up to 24 guests in 11 air-conditioned cabins for diving trips in Thailand’s Andaman Sea. Each cabin is air‑conditioned, and most feature en‑suite bathrooms for added comfort. For those seeking a more budget‑friendly option, we also offer non‑ensuite cabins paired with well‑maintained shared facilities that are convenient, practical, and comfortable.

Between dives, guests can relax on the spacious sun deck or enjoy freshly prepared buffet meals in the open-air dining area, and there is a TV in the saloon. Tender trips ashore provide opportunities to explore the white-sand beaches of the Similan Islands.

Manta Queen 7 offers 5-day, 4-night itineraries with 15 dives, visiting the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, and Boonsung Wreck. Experienced dive guides lead excursions to sites such as Elephant Head Rock, known for its dramatic underwater rock formations. Other highlights include opportunities to spot manta rays at Koh Bon and Koh Tachai and whale sharks at Richelieu Rock.

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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Snorkel Gear, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, WiFi internet.

Required Extras: National Park Fees (฿1,300-2,500 / trip).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Nitrox (฿2,500-3,500), Nitrox Course (฿8,000), Private Dive Guide (฿3,500 / day), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (฿2,000-8,000).

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Boat features

Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Available for Charter
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck

Food & Drinks

Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Full-board Option
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, Dutch, German, Spanish, and Italian.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2010

Year renovated: 2026

Length: 27meters

Deck area: 40 sq meters

Beam: 6 meters

Top speed: 11 knots

Cruising speed: 8-9 knots

Engines: 2x Hino 450HP 10 Cylinder

Max guests: 24

Number of cabins: 10

Number of bathrooms: 11

Tenders: 1 x Yamaha 40 HP

Water capacity: 10000 liters

Fuel capacity: 3000 liters

Boat navigation and safety

Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Crew trained in first aid

Manta Queen 7 Reviews

8.8 Fabulous

Vessel

7.4
Crew

8.9
Food

9.6
Diving

9.1
Value

8.9

10 Exceptional
Antonios S
Greece

A great trip to similan islands
A very nice trip, well organized, no problems, nice dive sites, excellent staff
Recommended for
Friendliness of crew and dive guides. Excellent weather conditions. Delicious food.
05 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Sara M
Italy

Wonderful experience / I will strongly recommend that boat !
I was 4 days on Manta 7, with kaon lak scuba adventure - around 20 divers my dive guide was Adri, a very well qualified and easygoing Spanish dive guide, who was always make sure that everybody was safe, with good buoyancy and take the most of the experience showing all the beautiful creatures underwater. Food was fantastic, even the crew very kind and always ready to help with a big smile. Sites location very beautiful Richelieu rock was the highlight with the amount of fishes and the dome
Recommended for
People. Location. Food.
24 Dec, 2025

10 Exceptional
Chiaki J
Japan

Amazing diving spot
I was impressed by the fact that I was able to encounter Manta Ray and the many fishes. We had a valuable experience that was hard to forget.
Recommended for
A very organized boat trip, Divers of ocean lovers from all over the world gather, Friendly crews & Kind service
21 Nov, 2019

10 Exceptional
Antonios S
Greece

A great liveaboard!!!
A great experience overall, i had the opportunity to dive in unique places, see lot of kinds of fishes, everything was ready for the dives and lots of food!!! Richelieu rock exceeded my expectations, really amazing!!!
Recommended for
Friendly staff.. Well organised dive plan.. All divers create a great atmosphere and had a lot of fun..
31 Oct, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Tran Thuc Nhu B
Vietnam

Great dives with great people
I had a very good time on their liveaboard trip. The dive guides and staff really care about us and make sure we have a great time. Ms Lin, who is the lead guide, is very knowledgable about the area and kind enough to share with us the footage she’s taken during the dives. Food on board is also great. We were fed well with 3 meals and 1 snack a day with tasty Thai/Asian food. Would recommend.
Recommended for
Food. Staff friendliness. Richilieu Rock.
04 Feb, 2026

10 Exceptional
Betty C
France

Incredible and intense adventure
Definitely the overwhelmingness of Richelieu, the wreck was awesome as well. Great diving group and amazing instructor !!
Recommended for
Richelieu Rock, the food and the ambiance between guess!
17 Nov, 2022

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9.6 Exceptional
Adriano E
Brazil

wonderful
Great reception at the operator, very helpful and organized staff, everything works right, concern for well-being and safety at all times. Dedicated staff, great structure, good boat, and a very good diving staaf, especially hugs to Tiago
Recommended for
Staff, Food, professionalism
30 Apr, 2018

Translated from Portuguese

10 Exceptional
SUNAH Y
South Korea

Unforgettable diving trip, best liveaboard experience so far
Beautiful and amazing dives at Richelieu Rock, Koh Tachai especially. Facility was better than I expected, and the chef prepared vegetarian meal separately every meal.
Recommended for
4 dives at Richelieu Rock. Friendly staffs & Nice food. Affordable price.
21 Feb, 2025

10 Exceptional
Abdullah S
Saudi Arabia

Excellent experience on Manta Queen 7
Amazing experience the team provided. I can’t wait to dive with the outfit again. Lin was amazing and really inspired in me a new found love for the small critters that I never gave much consideration too. She really showed me what it meant to be a mature diver. And really helped me kick a lot of poor habits in the water. Can’t wait to dive with KSA again and discover more of the Similan. I found Lin’s briefings incredibly educational and honest which is the first time I’ve experienced a dive guide with that level of knowledge and passion. She is truly a treasure. Also my course instructor had this incredible way of conceptualizing the science and mathematics of diving with nitrox. Lin really showed me what it meant to be apart of a team, and I’m extremely grateful for her leadership example. My only criticism is that I wish we played more Thai music on board!! I loved the Thai crew, especially the engineer, boat boys, ladies, and captain. They really kept the spirit of Thailand alive, which is the main reason I keep coming back. And I will definitely be back!
Recommended for
Crew ⚓️. Dives 🤿. Food 🍱.
21 Mar, 2025

9.2 Superb
Iu C
Spain

It is an experience that cannot be missed by a recreational diver
Without a doubt the wildlife that surrounds the Similn Islands is exceptional, worthy of the best dive sites in Asia and certainly Thailand for divers, and does not require a high level, mostly calm sea and visibility of 30 meters, what more could you ask for?In my case this is the second time I have done the Live a board in Similan, a fantastic experience.
Recommended for
Exceptional seabed, dreamlike landscapes, friendly crew
28 May, 2019

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121 reviews

8.8 Fabulous
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9.6 Exceptional
Jenny G
Australia

Some great dive spots and plenty good times
You can’t really go wrong with this trip. The dive guides and staff were awesome. Highly recommend an ensuite so you don’t have to wait in line for the shared bathrooms. Was always looking forward to eating after all the diving.
Recommended for
Being fed all the time, meeting other lovely divers, seeing the best dive sites
24 Jan, 2023

9.6 Exceptional
Gabrielle N
Singapore

Super fantastic trip, 10/10 would go again
Pre-trip: -Communicated well and everything went smoothly, registration, payment, trip details, everything was quick and easy During: -Complimentary pick up from airport and transfer back to Phuket town after the LOB, reducing any administrative planning required -Straightforward process of checking and payment once arrived at the dive shop, transfer to boat -Crew onboard MQ7 is fantastic, boat men, chef, everyone was super helpful and nice, and well-equipped first aid kit is available as well, in case anything happens -Dive team was super helpful in explaining sites we were visiting, sharing more about the locations and what to expect, also ensuring safety throughout the trip
Recommended for
Fantastic crew & dive guides. Beautiful dive sites. Safety.
10 Feb, 2025

8.4 Very good
Juan L
Australia

Great boat to dive the Similian and Richelieu
The boat crew was great, very attentive on every detail, always cheerful and helpful. Our guides were good too, making the fibres safe and enjoyable, have us enough freedom to go around.
Recommended for
The crew, the dive spots picked and the boat
08 Aug, 2022

8.8 Fabulous
Terry B
Canada

An Excellent Diving Adventure!
Meeting people from around the world who are all there for the same reason you are -- DIVING! The corals were spectacular, and many times it felt like you were living an ocean documentary with the number and variety of marine life, especially in the northern islands. We were entertained by ~100 dolphins as we moved North, which provided a wonderful surprise to all on-board. Eels galore, and a few turtles, octopus, mating cuttlefish, nudibranch, and barracudas were encountered, among many other species you don't see in other parts of the world. The Dive Team was spectacular. Them seemed to have different areas of interest, and though we were in different groups, were great about ensuring other groups saw their discoveries. Great team work!
Recommended for
Amazing crew, both to keep the boat going, and the diving team. Amazing food. Spectacular diving!
18 Dec, 2018

10 Exceptional
Jan Hendrik S
Netherlands

LiveAboard at Manta Queen 7 is worth repeating !
For me this was an amazing boattrip. Not only all the diving trips, which became nicer and nicer after every dive, but also all the food, starting with breakfast,food between the dives and the dinner were every day healthy and delicious. Coffee and water you can drink the whole day. The crew who helped us with everything about diving, were very helpful and friendly. Then last, but not least the diving instructors were all very competent and friendly people with a lot of knowledge about the underwater life. The cooks, the diving crew, the captain and the diving instructors worked all together as a great team. And I enjoyed the company of all the diving tourists who came from everywhere. Everyone has their own story. Everyday I became to know them better and better, including the cooks, the diving crew and the instructors. Fortunately I still have contact with some of them.
Recommended for
Beautiful diving places. Nice companions. Delicious food.
10 Feb, 2026

9.2 Superb
Fatima H
Spain

Amazing trip
The diving was amazing and the tripulation and staff friendly, also we have an instructor spanish speaker a great thing for my group. My trip was aboard manta queen 1
Recommended for
People, diving and instructors
04 Mar, 2018

8.8 Fabulous
Mohammed A
Iraq

Five days trip in North Andman
Quite enjoyed the trip with beautiful dive sites with abundance of Marine life. Lin, Etian, and Naido really made sure to give us the best atmosphere and experience! Thank you for that.
Recommended for
The crew. The food. The dive sites.
12 Dec, 2025

9.2 Superb
Nicolas B
France

Great experience to do again
Superb diving, great crew, excellent food
Recommended for
Dive. Staff. Food.
06 Dec, 2024

10 Exceptional
Terrill D
Canada

Outstanding liveaboard - exceeded my expectations!
From start to finish, this company does it right. From the time they pick you up at your hotel in a nice air conditioned van, to the check in at the office, to the experience on the boat, and finally the departure, this company exceeds expectations at every step. The trip leader (J) and the rest of the crew are extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and experienced. They work extremely hard to make sure that every step of your experience goes above and beyond. They create a really fun atmosphere on the boat, including musical entertainment. The food is outstanding on Manta Queen 7, and at the end of the day, the dive guides sit with their group to go through the dives, and talk about all the stuff/fishes/species you just saw. It is really informative and very entertaining. The trip leader is outstanding and really helps make this boat worth every penny. I have taken other liveaboards in Thailand, and this company is the best. You will not be disappointed.
Recommended for
1) Diving crew and boat staff, 2) Food was outstanding, 3) Educational element of this trip
02 Mar, 2020

9.6 Exceptional
Brett B
Australia

Similan & Surin Islands adventure
Unfortunately we missed out on any Whaleshark and Manta action, however still had a great overall experience on the MQ7. We were very well looked after by all of the dive guides, trip leader (Georgio / JZ) and especially the amazing Alyssa Mitchell. Alyssa was amazing spotting very hard to find marine creatures and allowing us to get up close for a look and photos if we wanted them. Alyssa supported us in obtaining NITROX certification and developing our skills to make best use of our ability and certification to experience the very best of each dive site. The Captain was humble and highly skilled, getting us over each site everytime and quickly retrieving us with prompt assistance from the boat crew. There was a variety of delicious food served after each dive, and plenty of water and electrolytes available to keep us hydrated.
Recommended for
The boat crew, the dive guides and the dive sites
02 Mar, 2020

8.8 Fabulous
Ana C
Brazil

Good choice for a diving liveaboard in Similian
Manta Queen is a good choice for a diving liveaboard in the Similian area. The company operates several boats; it is professional and the diving instructors, guides and crew were great. There was good planning and efficient execution of dives, with the guests split in two groups (with sub-groups of 2-3 divers per guide) to reduce the mess at the diving deck. On my trip the boat was at only about half of the occupancy, so it didn't feel too crowded (would probably be a lot at full capacity); the rooms are very small and I was happy to have a room for myself, it was simple but clean and comfortable for one person. The food was ok, I got pescatarian dishes, but in general options were limited and not too healthy. On the positive side, I loved that there was plenty of electrolytes to keep hydrated between dives. I also appreciated the complimentary pick-up and drop-off in Phuket. I've been in better boats elsewhere, but I have also been to a different one in Similian before and Manta Queen is among the best in this area.
Recommended for
diving instructors, guides and crew. professionalism. location.
26 Jan, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Allee E
United States

It was a LOT of diving but totally worth it!
The world class diving sites definitely lived up to their name. They were well worth it!
Recommended for
Dive sites, marine life and overall trip organization
05 Dec, 2019

10 Exceptional
Kushal M
India

Great Overall Experience
Starting with the pickup, it was well coordinated and timely pickup by the team. Once we reached, we had to complete few formalities and check our dive equipment if we take on rent, which i did. I must say, the diving equipment was well maintained and cleaned before every trip. We had some time after it, which we could use to buy any essentials if we forgot and grab some food. In the evening, the entire team was transferred to the vessel followed by safety briefing and cabin allocation. Though the cabin feels too small, but it doesn't matter since most of the time is spend either diving, eating or relaxing on the deck. The next 4 days were literally, EAT-SLEEP-DIVE-REPEAT. 4 dives were scheduled on all the days, except the last day. Before every dive, we had a briefing on how the conditions will be, what will we experience during the dive, and the dive groups. Each group had four divers and a dive instructor. It was good that the groups are divided according to the groups experience and air consumption so that everyone's dive time was maximized. All in all a good overall experience for which all the credits goes to the dive instructors and the Thai crew.
Recommended for
Itinerary was great. The Dive Instructors and the Thai crew made sure we had a good dive experience. Even though i was a vegetarian, food served was amazing.
23 Apr, 2024

8.0 Very good
Chantal France M
Canada

Intense!
I successfully completed my "advance".Rock OxfordOctopus, dry, dragonfish, nudibranchs
Recommended for
Excellent organization, nice sharing of knowledge, knowledgeable and professional guides
02 Apr, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
Philippe M
Canada

Overall a great time! Would highly recommend it!
Beautiful dive sites with experienced guides made it a great trip!
Recommended for
Great dive guides and crew. Beautiful diving. Amazing scenery.
15 Mar, 2026

10 Exceptional
yu J
China

Perfect trip
Meet a group of interesting people, good staff, good dive guides, and a fantastic first liveaboard experience
Recommended for
Every friendly person. Underwater landscape. So much to eat.
04 Apr, 2025

Translated from Chinese

8.0 Very good
David S
Australia

Overall a great experience
Very enjoyable although the bed could have been a bit more comfortable
Recommended for
Good atmosphere. Good dive sites. Good food.
07 May, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Arni S
United States

Fun diving the Similans
A fantastic first live aboard experience. Very friendly and helpful staff and dive guides. Food was tasty and plentiful. Diving sites were beautiful, such a great diversity and abundance of fish. I lost my camera on just the 2nd dive, so my dive guide Penny used her go pro to capture video for me on later dives which I really appreciated!
Recommended for
Dive leader Penny. Richelieu Rock. the staff and the other guests.
21 Nov, 2024

8.0 Very good
Alice N
France

Super cool experience
Good atmosphere on the boat 😁 And really cool dives !
Recommended for
Dives. Food. Atmosphere.
20 Nov, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Leo L
United States

Whale Shark!
Delicious food, wonderful people and great diving. Saw a bucket list item of a whale shark at Richelieu rocks. The instructors are wonderful and friendly. Definitely made some friends I look forward to reaching out to in the future!
Recommended for
Whale Shark, Instructors, Cooks
03 Apr, 2019