Marco Polo Liveaboard, Thailand
9.2 Superb - Nitrox available
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- Free Nitrox
“Great dives made even better by excellent guides and the best crew.”
Highlights
The 23m MV Marco Polo Liveaboard offers 3/2, 4/4, and 6/7 day/night dive trips to the Similans, Surin, and Richelieu Rock from November to April. The boat has 6 air-conditioned double cabins with ensuite bathrooms, catering to 12 guests. All cabins open to the outer deck to give guests the full benefit of the cool sea breeze. There are only 3 dive groups on board, guaranteeing excellent service, stress-free set-ups, and fewer divers on the dive sites.
After dives, the Party deck offers plenty of room to enjoy meals and relax in a shaded space. The spacious indoor salon with TV and music station lets guests view underwater footage or listen to music. This is also where all the freshly cooked meals will be served - a mix of international and Thai cuisine prepared by an experienced Thai cook. Upstairs, guests will find the cozy Sundeck, where they can enjoy their time between the dives and the sunset after the last dive of the day.
Diving takes place at the best dive sites in the Similan Islands, at Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock. With only 12 divers on board, the Marco Polo is very flexible and can schedule more advanced dive sites for the more experienced divers on board, while others may prefer more relaxed dive sites. The Plateau and its nearby Pinnacle at Koh Tachai and Koh Bon’s Pinnacle and The Ridge are close to the fantastic Richelieu Rock and are solid components of the Marco Polo's dive schedule. In the Similans, the best dive sites are picked depending on the weather, drift, and traffic to avoid dive sites getting too busy.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic Thailand diving adventure, and book your trip to the Andaman Sea today.
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Included: VAT, Fuel Surcharge, Port Fees, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (2,100-4,400 THB).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer (1,800-3,000 THB), Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Extra Dives (500 THB), Nitrox Course (6,000 THB), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (4,000-13,920 EUR per activity).
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Marco Polo Reviews
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- 9.2 Superb
- Vessel 8.6
- Crew 9.3
- Food 9.8
- Diving 9.4
- Value 8.9
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- 8.0 Very good
- Luis M
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Spain
Amazing guides, disappointing organization
I would like to start by highlighting the dive guides, Paula and David, who were truly exceptional friendly, approachable, and among the nicest professionals I have encountered across many liveaboard experiences. The food was acceptable, though fairly standard and not particularly memorable. However, there are several areas where the overall experience could be improved. From a technical standpoint, the setup felt quite basic compared to other liveaboards. For instance, the absence of something as simple as a projector was surprising. On some occasions, we were required to hold onto a rope attached to a zodiac that would tow us back to the main boat. This method felt rather rudimentary and raised safety concerns, as it could potentially lead to accidents if not handled carefully. In terms of organization, there is significant room for improvement. While I appreciate the strong emphasis on safety, its implementation at times negatively impacted the diving experience. The policy of ending a dive when the first diver reaches 70 bars, regardless of the group’s overall level, resulted in consistently shortened dives. In my case, I was placed in a group with a beginner diver (who was completing their AOWD, so naturally still developing skills), which meant surfacing with more than half a tank remaining and losing around 20 minutes of dive time on each immersion. A more thoughtful grouping of divers according to experience level would greatly enhance both safety and enjoyment for everyone involved. Additionally, the entry procedures could be better managed. On several occasions, large groups entered the water simultaneously and had to hold onto a buoy due to strong currents. This created unnecessarily chaotic situations if the current is hard in surface. Standard practice on many liveaboards is to organize smaller groups, typically around four divers to ensure smoother, safer, and more controlled operations. In summary, while the crew’s friendliness and commitment to safety are commendable, improvements in organization, logistics, and overall planning would significantly elevate the experience
- Recommended for
- Paula my dive guide did a great job. I have a private room. The guess in the boat was really nice.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Harald S
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Germany
A perfect getaway
It was always looked at first how many other boats were on site at the time and what the diving conditions were. Then it was decided in which order to proceed. As a result, it was not too crowded anywhere. The safety aspect was always in the foreground and you felt in good hands. The diving landscape at the Similans is fantastic anyway, if you go there, everything is right.
- Recommended for
- Perfect adaptation to the conditions on site. Very security-conscious. Very friendly team.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Myeongseon H
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South Korea
Wonderful dive experiences with friendly crews
I had an incredible experience with 15 spectacular dives over 4 nights, supported by an amazing crew! The carefully selected dive sites far exceeded my expectations. Richeliue Rock and the Boonsung Wreck are truly unforgettable dive spots—you won't be disappointed. A big shoutout to the fantastic dive masters, Chris, Mike, and Cheng! They are incredibly knowledgeable and approachable, making each dive a unique and enjoyable experience. I also loved the endless supply of delicious Thai food and fresh fruits provided between dives—it was the perfect way to recharge. I’m completely satisfied with both the dives and the onboard service. Highly recommended!
- Recommended for
- Friendly Diving Crew. Dive Sites Teeming with Fishes. Delicious Food.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Ben A
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United Kingdom
Perfect sized boat
Was a great trip on a small friendly boat. We mostly managed to dive away from other boats which made the trip much better. Would recommend the boat
- Recommended for
- Small boat. Great crew. Good food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Jodi
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United States
Great 3 days of diving Richelieu and surround
Richelieu Rock was fantastic. Lots of fish, octopus, eels, sharks, Lovely dawn and dusk dives. Food was fresh and plentiful. The cabins had more space than expected and the ensuite bathrooms are roomy with hot water showers. Plenty of room on deck to share experiences with other divers. The team on the dive deck were incredible, getting everyone quickly and safely in the zodiacs/water, and back on boat, double checking everyone's gear and refill air for next dive,
- Recommended for
- Entire crew. Very professional, safe, The service of the dive deck team and guides. The captain made sure we were first boat at dive sites. exactly as advertised, food quality high. only 12 divers on boat, max of 4 divers per guide.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Israel M
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Mexico
Excellent time, I want to go back to it.
Wonderful, K would do it again
- Recommended for
- The service from all staff. Food. Small groups.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Chloe C
- United Kingdom
Truly exceptional start to the year.
Amazing. Beautiful dive sites, beautiful crew, beautiful sunrises and sunsets. My dive master Heide was dedicated to our group at all times to make sure we got the best out of every dive and time together on the boat. The boat crew went above and beyond what I would have expected, even observing how we like our hot drinks served, helping us with all our equipment, making us laugh, keeping us well fed with tasty freshly cooked food and making sure the boat was always spotless. The Captain was calm and confident. Always in touch with other boats to make sure we were safe and if there was something exciting to see, giving us every opportunity to find it. The tour guide Maren was always smiling, attentive and able to answer any question about the dive sites, particularly about fish identification. Although Ralph the second dive master wasn’t my guide, he made himself available to answer questions, made us laugh lots and was simply a really lovely person to spend time with. Wishing all the crew a fun and safe season. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the boat. Sadly I tried to book more nights but it was fully booked. Another time. Chloe
- Recommended for
- Expertise and kindness of the dive crew. Humour and hard work from the boat crew. Exceptional dive sites, each one unique with something new to explore and learn about.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Sara C
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Netherlands
Recommended
The boat is small but with plenty of space, there are never more than 12 guests and that is very nice. The food is delicious and the staff on board are very nice and help you with everything. The cabins are small but with plenty of storage space and very clean. Before diving, they try to find the places where there are fewer other divers. They also take this into account with the dive times. All in all, highly recommended.
- Recommended for
- The boat, staff, dive sites
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- 8.4 Very good
- Siu Lun L
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Hong Kong
Amazing, learn a lot, good experience.
Our first liveaboard, need to fight sea sickness, generally ok. Crews and guides are very helpful and nice. Richelieu Rock and Boonsung wreck really amazing, a must visit for diver. Since we joined a three days trip, to save time, needed to sail at night, bad sleep for that night.
- Recommended for
- Nice crew and professional guide. Free nitrox. Good time management.
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- 8.0 Very good
- stephane D
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France
Excellent dive safari. On top of 3 best points (team, dive spots and food) we really appreciate the small diving group . Maximum with the divemaster
Very good expérience. We really appreciate the professionalism and the always positive and fun attitude of Mike our divemaster !
- Recommended for
- The full team. The quality of dive spots with briefing. The food onboard.
