Pawara, Thailand

Name: Similan - Koh Bon - Koh Tachai - Richelieu Rock (Thap Lamu Pier - Thap Lamu Pier)
Start: 2026-03-18
End: 2026-03-22
Location: Thailand

9.0 Superb

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

from $ 163 / day Check dates

“It was great to have a variety of experiences at dive sites with different terrains.”
Lee S, South Korea

Highlights

Custom-built liveaboard for Similan Islands
Chance to see Whale Sharks, Manta Rays
Free Nitrox available for qualified divers

The 35m MV Pawara is a custom-built, steel-hulled Similan Islands liveaboard. Offering 4-night trips from October - May to some of the best Similan dive sites, as well as Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, divers can hope to see giant Whale Sharks, Manta Rays, Leopard Sharks, and beautiful hard and soft corals. Diving takes place from the spacious dive platform, which offers plenty of room for gear storage, and qualified divers can take advantage of the FREE Nitrox on offer.

Topside, the MV Pawara Liveaboard offers 2 budget cabins with shared bathrooms and 10 cabins with en-suite bathrooms. Each cabin is air-conditioned and provides towels, toiletries, and a safety deposit box. For relaxation in between dives, guests can choose from the entertainment room equipped with a TV, DVD, sound system, karaoke, games, and more, or the sun deck with comfortable soft mattresses. In the dining room, 3 delicious Thai and International cuisine meals will be served daily, and cookies, fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and drinking water are available all day.

Let the experienced and professional MV Pawara crew help you create a Similans diving holiday to remember. Book online today to reserve your space.

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14 Jan

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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19 Jan

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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24 Jan

5 Days / 4 Nights

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$ 915

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29 Jan

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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03 Feb

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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08 Feb

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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13 Feb

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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18 Feb

5 Days / 4 Nights

Female Share.

$ 915

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23 Feb

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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27 Feb

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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04 Mar

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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08 Mar

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 915

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Included: VAT, Dive Insurance, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels.

Required Extras: National Park Fees (1,500-2,300 THB), Visas and Fees.

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (1,500-9,000 THB).

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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Boat features

En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Audio & video entertainment
Dedicated Local & International Crew
Daily housekeeping
Bar

Food & Drinks

Vegetarian Options
Beer available
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
Free Nitrox
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, Thai, French, Japanese, Spanish, and Portuguese.

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 renovated: 2016

Length: 35m

Beam: 7m

Top speed: 15 knots

Cruising speed: 8-12 knots

Engines: 1 x 420HP RE10 1 x 420HP RF10 Nissan Marine

Max guests: 24

Number of cabins: 12

Number of bathrooms: 13

Tenders: 4.2 x 1.9m with 40HP outboard

Fuel capacity: 15000l

Freshwater maker: 25000l

Boat navigation and safety

Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Pawara Reviews

9.0 Superb

Vessel

7.9
Crew

9.4
Food

9.6
Diving

9.1
Value

8.8

9.6 Exceptional
dennis K
Denmark

Just awesome
Everything was great. The staff was so good, they always gave good briefing, about everything, so you always know what to expect, and what to do. They served food and snacks between each dive, and it was so delicious. So you never walked around hungry. The boat boys took good care of the equipment, and make sure your gear always was ready for each dive. Everything was just great, and I’m definitely gonna come back for round 2. 😉
Recommended for
The dive site. The crew. The food.
21 Dec, 2025

10 Exceptional
Muhammad N
Singapore

Pre-Xmas trip with MV Pawara that I am keen to repeat soon!
Great dive trip with wonderful diving, excellent staff and crew and absolutely wonderful Thai food.
Recommended for
Dive guides were experienced, friendly, but also very observant and on top of things at all times. They kept schedules tight while keeping everyone in a happy mood.. Boat crew : deckhands, cooks and captain were all super friendly and helpful towards divers at all times, and the food was excellent, in good quantity at all times.. Boat was clean, kept clean. Dive gear was kept orderly while lounge and dining area were kept clean and tidy..
16 Dec, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
HECTOR G
Spain

That's great. An unforgettable experience.
All the trupulation and 10 dive guides. Although I have some limitation with the language, this was not a problem. The food, very rich and abundant.Beautiful dives.Thanks for everything
Recommended for
The crew and dive guides. The diving was fantastic.. The atmosphere on the boat.
22 Dec, 2025

Translated from Spanish

10 Exceptional
Barbara H
Germany

Amazing liveaboard experience
I had an incredible liveaboard experience on Pawara. The diving was world-class, the food was consistently delicious, and the staff were wonderfully kind and attentive. Our dive guide Pong made sure that we had incredible dives and helped us spot some of the rarer species around the dive sites. Highly recommended for anyone looking for comfort and adventure combined.
Recommended for
Dive guides and crew. Amazing food. Diving.
30 Nov, 2025

10 Exceptional
Anna M
Poland

Amazing crew and great diving
We visited Similan National Park onboard of Pawara and enjoyed every moment of the trip including fantastic dives. The crew of Pawara is catering to all guest needs and the food is outstanding. The diving operation is smooth and all dive guides are taking care of safety of the guests and high quality dives. We had great time!
Recommended for
Crew. Food. Dive sites.
26 Nov, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Lee S
South Korea

It was an enjoyable dive with nice people.
I enjoyed every minute of it. It was great to have a variety of experiences at dive sites with different terrains.
Recommended for
It was nice to be able to dive with nice people who were comfortable and fun.
09 May, 2024

Translated from Korean

10 Exceptional
Lok Wan C
Hong Kong

Excellent liveaboard
Nice staff in the boat especially all the Divemaster, Beto, Dan, Henning, Angel and Glenn. They are very nice and helpful for sharing their diving experience for us.
Recommended for
Food is good and all the staff are friendly and helpful
03 Dec, 2017

10 Exceptional
Sherin G
Switzerland

Amazing boat safari
The trip was just perfect! The crew is very nice and also the food and the diving was amazing! We saw mantas, trevallies during their morning and evening hunts, and lots of other very cool fisch!
Recommended for
Crew. Diving with Manta. Food.
18 Nov, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
ross N
United States

i would do it again only stay longer in Thialand to rest before the dives. if anyone reads this i am 68 so i need my rest lol.
it was a great experience the crew was great the food was very good except for the Sauage it was different from my American taste however i have to remember i was someplace exotic.
Recommended for
the crew. the training. getting to know other divers.
25 Nov, 2024

10 Exceptional
Daekwon L
South Korea

Excellent experience in Pawara with amazing staffs!
Pretty much everything was perfect. Boat, crew, Foods and safe and fun diving! I will definitely visit Pawara again! Thanks a lot and take care!
Recommended for
Kind staff, great foods and schedules
14 Feb, 2018