Thailand, a land of vibrant culture and stunning landscapes, extends its allure beneath the waves. The Scuba News Travel Team is thrilled to present exclusive liveaboard deals tailored for exploring the Best of Thailand. Dive into the details of these exceptional offers:

• The Phinisi – Best of Thailand
  • Departure: 11 Feb 2024
  • Price: from €2,437.00
  • DEMA Special! Valid until November 30, 2023. Enjoy a 20% discount and explore the beauty of Thailand. (Chalong – Thap Lamu)

Thailand’s underwater realm, with its diverse marine life, coral gardens, and exotic dive sites, promises an extraordinary experience for enthusiasts. From the vibrant coral reefs of Chalong to the underwater treasures of Thap Lamu, each dive is a journey into a realm of unparalleled beauty. These exclusive liveaboard deals not only grant you access to this tropical paradise but also provide substantial savings for your extraordinary journey.

Secure your spot now and get ready to explore the exotic wonders of Thailand. Click, book, and set sail with The Scuba News Travel Team for an adventure that promises a kaleidoscope of colors beneath the waves. Your Thai underwater odyssey awaits!

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The Scuba News Travel Team carefully select from hundreds of liveaboard travel operators around the world. If you find a good deal at The Scuba News and make a booking, we may receive a small commission. This, however does not affect the price you pay.

Are you ready to embark on an underwater journey of a lifetime? The Scuba News Travel Team have scoured the depths of the internet to bring you the most enticing scuba diving liveaboard travel deals. Get ready to explore vibrant coral reefs, encounter fascinating marine life, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Dive into the details of these exclusive offers that promise not only unforgettable experiences but also unbeatable savings!

Indonesia – Explore the Hidden Wonders

1. Aliikai Voyage – North & Central Raja Ampat
   • Departure: 05 Dec 2023
   • Price: from €4,656.00
   • Itinerary: Leisurely exploration, snorkeling, and 1-2 dives per day (Sorong – Sorong)
   • Last Minute Special Offer! Valid for a limited time only. (20% OFF)
2. Ecopro Duyung Baru – Komodo
   • Departure: 07 Sep 2024
   • Price: from €2,784.00
   • Early Bird Special! Book now and save 25% on your Komodo adventure! (Labuan Bajo – Labuan Bajo)
3. Emperor Harmoni – Best of Raja Ampat
   • Departure: 10 Jan 2024
   • Price: from €3,591.00
   • Dive into the beauty of Raja Ampat with an exclusive 30% OFF. Limited time offer! (Sorong – Sorong)
4. Indo Siren – Komodo National Park
   • Departure: 11 Jun 2024
   • Price: from €4,302.00
   • Secure your spot in Komodo National Park with a fantastic 20% Early Bird Deal! (Bima – Labuan Bajo)
5. Komodo Sea Dragon – Unleash the Adventure
   • Departure: 06 Jan 2024
   • Price: from €1,134.00
   • Also available for full charter booking. Dive deep into Komodo National Park and enjoy a 20% discount! (Labuan Bajo – Labuan Bajo)
6. Samambaia – Raja Ampat North
   • Departure: 11 Dec 2023
   • Price: from €4,567.00
   • Last Minute Special! Book now for an incredible 20% OFF on new bookings. (Sorong – Sorong)

Bahamas – Discover the Mysteries of the Deep

• Bahamas Master – Grand Bahama and Beyond
  • Departure: 19 Dec 2024
  • Price: from €4,513.00
  • Seize the Early Bird Deal! Book now and enjoy a 20% discount on your Bahamas adventure. (Freeport – Freeport)

Egypt – Unveil the Secrets of the Red Sea

• Blue Horizon – Daedalus & St Johns
  • Departure: 03 Jun 2024
  • Price: from €1,087.00
  • Dive into the Red Sea with a special DEMA Show Offer! Save 20% for a limited time only. (Marsa Ghalib – Marsa Ghalib)
• Blue Melody – Best of Wrecks & Brothers
  • Departure: 05 Apr 2024
  • Price: from €862.00
  • Explore the underwater wonders with a 20% discount. Act fast, this DEMA Show Offer won’t last long! (Hurghada – Hurghada)
• Freedom III – Dive into History
  • Departure: 03 Dec 2023
  • Price: from €480.00
  • Explore Thistlegorm, Dunraven, Ras Mohammed & Tiran and enjoy a 20% discount. Contact us for details! (Umbi – Umbi)

Maldives – Paradise Awaits

• Blue Voyager – Best of the Central Atolls
  • Departure: 09 May 2024
  • Price: from €1,758.00
  • DEMA Show Offer! Secure your spot in paradise with a 30% discount for a limited time only. (Male – Male)
• Honors Legacy – Best of Maldives
  • Departure: 14 Sep 2024
  • Price: from €1,617.00
  • Take advantage of the Early Bird Special! Book now and save 20% on your Maldives adventure. (Male – Male)

Galapagos – Explore the Enchanted Isles

• Galapagos Aggressor III – Galapagos Islands with Wolf & Darwin
  • Departure: 04 Jan 2024
  • Price: from €4,991.00
  • Dive into the Galapagos with a 25% discount. Uncover the wonders of Wolf & Darwin. (Baltra – Baltra)
• Galapagos Master – Master the Galapagos 7-Night
  • Departure: 27 May 2024
  • Price: from €5,091.00
  • DEMA Special! Book by November 30, 2023, and enjoy a 20% discount on this exclusive 7-night adventure. (San Cristobal – San Cristobal)

Djibouti – Discover the Hidden Gem

• Lucy – Seven Brothers/Tadjourah
  • Departure: 25 Nov 2023
  • Price: from €1,599.00
  • Dive into Djibouti’s hidden wonders with a 20% discount. Limited time offer! (Djibouti Marina – Djibouti Marina)

Micronesia – Dive into a World of Wonder

• Palau Siren – Full Moon Spawning
  • Departure: 04 Dec 2024
  • Price: from €5,205.00
  • Enjoy an unforgettable experience with a 20% Early Bird Deal. Dive into Palau’s full moon spawning! (Koror – Koror)

Philippines – Immerse Yourself in Beauty

• Philippine Siren – Malapascua & Visayas
  • Departure: 17 Jul 2024
  • Price: from €2,690.00
  • DEMA Specials! Book before November 30, 2023, and enjoy a 30% discount on this extraordinary dive adventure. (Mactan – Mactan)

Solomon Islands – Dive into the Heart of the Pacific

• Solomons Master – Best of Solomons
  • Departure: 27 Feb 2024
  • Price: from €3,969.00
  • DEMA Special! Book now and save 30% on your exploration of the Best of Solomons. Limited time offer! (Honiara – Honiara)

Thailand – Explore Exotic Dive Sites

• The Phinisi – Best of Thailand
  • Departure: 11 Feb 2024
  • Price: from €2,437.00
  • Dive into the beauty of Thailand with a 20% DEMA Special. Valid until November 30, 2023. (Chalong – Thap Lamu)

Don’t miss out on these incredible offers! Secure your spot now and get ready to plunge into a world of underwater wonders. Click, book, and dive into the adventure of a lifetime with The Scuba News!

The Scuba News Travel Team carefully select from hundreds of liveaboard travel operators around the world. If you find a good deal at The Scuba News and make a booking, we may receive a small commission. This, however does not affect the price you pay.

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• The world-wide partnership will see diving products made available on Klook
• Klook is currently the only Online Travel Agency (OTA) in Asia Pacific collaborating with PADI
• PADI and Klook will give 33 lucky winners the opportunity to earn a scuba diving certification 

PADI® (Professional Association of Diving Instructors®) and Klook, Asia’s leading travel and experiences platform, today announced a world-wide partnership that will see PADI’s diving products globally integrated on Klook’s platform. Today, PADI has more than 7,200 diving products that span from certification courses, snorkeling, fun dives and more across the world. 

PADI is the world’s largest purpose-driven diving organization and Klook is currently the only OTA in Asia Pacific collaborating with the organization. Consumers can now book diving experiences in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Japan, Korea, China and Singapore on the Klook platform, with more destinations to come online in the following months. 

Every year, about one million people go through the lengthy, detailed and technical process of planning a dive trip to get certified – from selecting the perfect dive site and haggling for dive packages to coordinating travel and no-fly times. The integration of diving products on Klook’s platform through API will help shorten a booking journey that could have taken days to just under 5 minutes. Consumers will be able to easily compare prices, check availability, read reviews, book and receive immediate confirmation – in a seamless way on one platform.

“Joining forces with Klook is set to simplify the journey to becoming a certified PADI Scuba Diver” says Manuel Kraemer, Vice President of Business Development for PADI Worldwide. “With 6,600 PADI Dive Centers and Resorts in 184 countries worldwide and with more than 7,200 products already bookable online on PADI.com, our collaboration is poised for an exciting expansion. As we progress, this extensive selection will become available for booking on Asia’s leading booking platform. Today, on Klook, you can seek adventure and save the ocean on nearly any holiday destination around the world”.

With a willingness to spend more on experiences, specifically nature and outdoor activities, young Asian travelers will want to make the most of their vacation and seek to include experiences like scuba diving into their plans. In 2023, China, Japan and Korea recorded the highest number of new PADI certified divers in Asia. In 2024,  the Asia Pacific diving tourism industry is set to not only fully recover but exceed the market size in 2019, and as demand continues to grow, the region’s revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.2% from 2022 – 2030.

Chuan Sheng (C.S.) Soong, VP, Corporate Development, Klook said, “We’re excited to announce this strategic partnership with PADI, and to bring greater access with a seamless booking experience to the diving community. There is tremendous enthusiasm and dedication for diving across Asia Pacific and we want to bring more joy to this community with our platform. At Klook, we continue to expand our offerings to create more exciting, unique and holistic experiences for our customers. This presents the perfect opportunity to inspire a completely new segment of travelers to the captivating beauty of the underwater world.”

In line with PADI’s mission to explore and protect the underwater world and Klook’s goal to bring the world closer together, PADI and Klook are launching UNIVER-SEA-TY, a pilot program to inspire newcomers to dive and give them the ‘fins’ to explore the magical underwater world. To kick start the program, 33 lucky winners will be given a chance to earn an Open Water Diver certification with PADI in their dive location of choice. 

There are three ways to enter the contest: 

• Via Tik Tok – Use the “Let’s Dive” scuba diving filter to take a video of yourself showing/telling us how much you want to dive 
• Via Instagram – Comment on Klook’s post and share why you want to dive and tag 3 friends
• Via Facebook – Comment on Klook’s post and share why you want to dive and tag 3 friends

Winners will be notified in December 2023 via the respective social media channels and receive an E-gift card to book their complimentary Open Water Dive Certification that they can redeem within the year. 

Thailand, situated along the Andaman Sea, is a haven for divers and underwater enthusiasts. Explore the stunning underwater world of Thailand with these liveaboard deals:

Giamani – 12 Dec 2023 – from €2,340.00 – Similan Surin (Chalong – Tablamu) – Special Autumn Sale! (20% OFF)

Similan Surin: The Similan Islands and Surin Islands are known for their spectacular coral formations, diverse marine life, and stunning underwater landscapes. Dive alongside majestic manta rays, curious sharks, and colorful reef fish. Giamani’s Special Autumn Sale offers a 20% discount, making this adventure even more irresistible.

Thailand’s Andaman Sea is a paradise for divers, with its clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and abundant marine life. These liveaboard deals provide you with a perfect opportunity to explore this underwater wonderland. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Thailand and experience the magic of the Andaman Sea.

Are you ready to dive into the depths of the world’s most captivating underwater paradises? The Scuba News has scoured the internet for the best liveaboard travel deals this week, and we’ve got an array of thrilling adventures to tempt your inner explorer. Whether you dream of encountering vibrant coral reefs, exotic marine life, or underwater caves, we’ve got you covered. From Indonesia to Egypt, and the Maldives to Djibouti, here are the hottest liveaboard deals on offer.

Indonesia: Dive into the Heart of the Coral Triangle

Aurora – 20 Apr 2024 – from €4,430.00 – Raja Ampat – Halmahera – Lembeh (Sorong – Bitung) – (20% OFF)

Indonesia, the epicenter of marine biodiversity, is a diver’s paradise. Raja Ampat is famed for its jaw-dropping coral gardens, Halmahera boasts diverse marine life, and Lembeh’s muck diving is a photographer’s delight. Aurora’s 20% discount brings you closer to these underwater wonders.

Damai II – 04 Jun 2024 – from €3,578.00 – Alor (Kupang – Kupang) – Explorations Specials! Valid for new bookings. (20% OFF)

Alor’s untouched reefs and vibrant schools of fish await on Damai II. The Explorations Special offers the chance to discover this lesser-known gem with a 20% discount.

Ecopro Duyung Baru – 06 Aug 2024 – from €1,757.00 – Komodo (Labuan Fajo – Labuan Fajo) – Early Bird Special! (25% OFF)

Komodo’s fierce currents and incredible biodiversity make it a must-visit. Ecopro Duyung Baru’s Early Bird Special offers a 25% discount for those eager to explore this extraordinary destination.

Djibouti: A Hidden Gem in the Red Sea

Elegante – 16 Dec 2023 – from €900.00 – 7 nights/6 days Goubet Al Kharab/Gulf of Tadjourah (Djibouti – Djibouti) – €475 OFF! Rates Include Discount. Valid for new bookings.

Explore the pristine waters of Djibouti and experience the unique landscapes of the Gulf of Tadjourah at a discount of €475 on Elegante’s enchanting journey.

Maldives: The Pearl of the Indian Ocean

Emperor Explorer – 10 Dec 2023 – from €1,936.00 – Best of Maldives 7 Nights (Male – Male) – Special Price Offer! Valid for a limited time only. (20% OFF)

Discover the Maldives’ underwater magic at a special price with a 20% discount on Emperor Explorer’s unforgettable 7-night trip.

Emperor Voyager – 16 Dec 2023 – from €1,796.00 – Best of Maldives 7 Nights (Male – Male) – Special Price Offer! Valid for a limited time only. (20% OFF)

Emperor Voyager invites you to experience the “Best of Maldives” with a 20% discount on this limited-time offer.

Honors Legacy – 17 Aug 2024 – from €1,633.00 – Best of Maldives (Male-Male) – Early Bird Special! (20% OFF)

Get ahead of the game and enjoy a 20% discount with Honors Legacy’s Early Bird Special as you explore the Best of Maldives.

Theia – 06 Feb 2024 – from €2,798.00 – Deep South (Huvadhoo – Male) – (20% OFF)

For those looking to dive the uncharted depths of the Deep South in the Maldives, Theia offers a 20% discount for a limited time.

Thailand: Dive into the Andaman Sea

Giamani – 12 Dec 2023 – from €2,340.00 – Similan Surin (Chalong – Tablamu) – Special Autumn Sale! (20% OFF)

Thailand’s Similan Surin is a scuba paradise. Giamani’s Special Autumn Sale provides a 20% discount to explore this underwater Eden.

Philippines: Exquisite Coral Reefs and Vibrant Marine Life

Infiniti – 14 Dec 2024 – from €1,892.00 – Malapascua & Leyte (Cebu – Cebu) – Valid for a limited time only. Contact us for details! (20% OFF)

The Philippines beckon with its remarkable marine biodiversity, and Infiniti offers a 20% discount for a limited time to explore Malapascua and Leyte.

Resolute – 01 Feb 2025 – from €1,751.00 – Apo Reef – Coron (Anilao, Batangas – Anilao, Batangas) – Early Bird Special! (35% OFF)

Resolute’s Early Bird Special offers a generous 35% discount for those who want to explore Apo Reef and Coron’s underwater wonders in the Philippines.

Egypt: The Wonders of the Red Sea

Red Sea Aggressor IV – 30 Mar 2024 – from €946.00 – Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone (Marsa Alam-Marsa Alam) – $1700 OFF – Rates include discounts!

Experience the splendors of the Red Sea with a $1700 discount on Red Sea Aggressor IV’s Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone itinerary.

Snefro Target – 25 Feb 2024 – from €849.00 – Sinai Classic (Sharm El Sheikh – Sharm El Sheikh) – Up to €250 OFF on selected cabins! Rates include discount.

Snefro Target offers up to €250 off on selected cabins to explore the timeless wonders of Sinai Classic in Egypt’s Red Sea.

Don’t miss these exceptional liveaboard deals to explore the world’s most stunning dive destinations. Book now and immerse yourself in a world of underwater wonders. Happy diving!

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Unlock Thailand’s Enchanting Underwater World

Thailand, famous for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and stunning landscapes, also hides beneath its azure waters an underwater world just as captivating. This week, we present liveaboard offers that will take you on a journey to explore Thailand’s hidden underwater treasures. Let’s dive into these exclusive deals and uncover what makes Thailand a must-visit destination for scuba divers.

Thailand Liveaboard Specials

Giamani – Hin Deang, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Phi Phi & Phuket 2D/2N

• Departure Date: 03 Nov 2023
• Price: Starting from €668.00
• Offer: Special Autumn Sale! (20% OFF)

Thailand: A Dive Destination Like No Other

The Andaman Sea

Thailand’s dive sites are mostly located in the Andaman Sea, offering divers a wide range of underwater experiences. From vibrant coral gardens teeming with marine life to dramatic underwater landscapes and diverse ecosystems, this region has it all. The Andaman Sea is known for its crystal-clear waters, making it ideal for underwater photography and exploring the aquatic wonders of Thailand.

Vibrant Marine Life

The Andaman Sea is home to a plethora of marine species, including colorful reef fish, sharks, rays, and critters that delight macro enthusiasts. Divers can also encounter graceful sea turtles and, if they’re lucky, the elusive whale shark. The variety of marine life and dive environments makes Thailand a superb destination for divers of all levels.

Rich Cultural Experience

What sets Thailand apart from other dive destinations is the opportunity to combine diving with a rich cultural experience. Dive in the morning and explore bustling markets, visit historic temples, and savor delectable Thai cuisine in the afternoon. Thailand’s diverse culture and warm hospitality add an extra layer of enjoyment to your dive vacation.

Giamani Liveaboard

Giamani, the star of our featured liveaboard offers, takes you to some of the most mesmerizing dive sites in Thailand. From the famous Phi Phi Islands to the stunning Hin Deang and Hin Muang, this vessel offers a fantastic 2-day, 2-night adventure, perfect for those looking to get a taste of Thailand’s underwater magic. The special autumn sale makes this experience even more appealing.

Whether you’re a seasoned diver or just starting to explore the underwater world, Thailand’s diverse dive sites offer something for everyone. The combination of incredible marine life, beautiful underwater landscapes, and the chance to experience Thailand’s unique culture makes it a dream destination for divers. Grab your gear, hop on a liveaboard, and embark on an unforgettable dive adventure in Thailand. These exclusive deals are your ticket to discovering the hidden treasures beneath Thailand’s waves.

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Are you ready to embark on an underwater adventure like never before? This week, we bring you a selection of exclusive liveaboard travel deals to some of the most captivating dive destinations on the planet. From the enchanting waters of Indonesia and the Maldives to the exotic charms of Egypt and Micronesia, we’ve got your next diving excursion covered. So, grab your scuba gear, pack your bags, and prepare for the journey of a lifetime.

Indonesia

Aurora

• Departure Date: 13 Feb 2024
• Price: Starting from €3,669.00
• Destination: Raja Ampat Central/South (Sorong – Sorong)
• Offer: Mantra Trust Special Trip! (20% OFF)

Damai II

• Departure Date: 10 May 2024
• Price: Starting from €3,587.00
• Destination: Alor Cruise (Kupang-Maumere)
• Offer: Explorations Special 20% OFF on individual bookings!

Ecopro Duyung Baru

• Departure Date: 01 Jul 2024
• Price: Starting from €2,466.00
• Destination: Komodo (Labuan Bajo – Labuan Bajo)
• Offer: Early Bird Special! (25% OFF)

Ilike

• Departure Date: 20 Jan 2024
• Price: Starting from €2,528.00
• Destination: Raja Ampat (Sorong – Sorong)
• Offer: Valid only for new bookings. (20% OFF)

Komodo Sea Dragon

• Departure Date: 04 Dec 2023
• Price: Starting from €1,860.00
• Destination: Komodo National Park (Labuan Bajo – Labuan Bajo)
• Offer: (20% OFF)

Maldives

Carpe Diem

• Departure Date: 17 Sep 2024
• Price: Starting from €2,383.00
• Destination: Deep North 1 (DRV – MLE)
• Offer: Early Bird Deal (20% OFF)

Emperor Serenity

• Departure Date: 03 Dec 2023
• Price: Starting from €1,848.00
• Destination: Best of Maldives 7 Nights (Male – Male)
• Offer: Special Price Offer! Valid for new bookings only. (20% OFF)

Honors Legacy

• Departure Date: 06 Jul 2024
• Price: Starting from €1,637.00
• Destination: Best of Maldives (Male-Male)
• Offer: Early Bird Special! (20% OFF)

Maldives Legend Sea Pleasure

• Departure Date: 09 Dec 2023
• Price: Starting from €1,949.00
• Destination: Best of Maldives (Male – Male)
• Offer: Special Offer! Valid until December 1, 2023. (25% OFF)

Scubaspa Yang

• Departure Date: 16 Dec 2023
• Price: Starting from €2,353.00
• Destination: Best of Maldives (Male – Male)
• Offer: Last Minute Offer! (20% OFF)

Thailand

Giamani

• Departure Date: 03 Nov 2023
• Price: Starting from €668.00
• Destination: Hin Deang, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Phi Phi & Phuket 2D/2N (Chalong Pier – Chalong Pier)
• Offer: Special Autumn Sale! (20% OFF)

Philippines

Infiniti

• Departure Date: 16 Nov 2024
• Price: Starting from €1,897.00
• Destination: Malapascua & Leyte (Cebu – Cebu)
• Offer: Valid for a limited time only. Contact us for details! (20% OFF)

Resolute

• Departure Date: 04 Jan 2025
• Price: Starting from €1,755.00
• Destination: Apo Reef – Coron (Anilao, Batangas – Anilao, Batangas)
• Offer: Early Bird Special! (35% OFF)

Egypt

Jessica

• Departure Date: 23 Dec 2023
• Price: Starting from €850.00
• Destination: St. John’s Reefs (Marsa Alam – Marsa Alam)
• Offer: €250 OFF! Rates include discount.

Red Sea Aggressor II

• Departure Date: 30 Mar 2024
• Price: Starting from €1,470.00
• Destination: Northern Red Sea, Ras Mohamed, Straits of Tiran (Hurghada – Hurghada)
• Offer: $1211 OFF – Rates include discounts!

Serenity

• Departure Date: 04 Nov 2023
• Price: Starting from €1,040.00
• Destination: BDE – Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone (Hurghada – Hurghada)
• Offer: Last Minute Offer! (20% OFF)

Micronesia

Palau Siren

• Departure Date: 08 May 2024
• Price: Starting from €5,065.00
• Destination: Palau Islands (Koror – Koror)
• Offer: Early Bird Deal (20% OFF)

Honduras

Roatan Aggressor

• Departure Date: 10 Feb 2024
• Price: Starting from €2,274.00
• Destination: Roatan, Utila & Cayo Cochinos (French Harbor – French Harbor)
• Offer: Travel the World Special! (25% OFF)

With these incredible liveaboard offers, you can explore the hidden treasures of the underwater world while enjoying fantastic discounts. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or new to the sport, there’s no better time to plan your next dive adventure. Don’t miss out on these special deals and the opportunity to witness the beauty of marine life in some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations. Book your liveaboard experience today and get ready for unforgettable underwater escapades!

See all of the latest worldwide scuba travel deals at: https://www.scubadiverdeals.com

Thailand, with its stunning coastline, lush islands, and vibrant marine life, is a tropical paradise for scuba divers. The country is renowned for its diverse underwater landscapes, from the crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea to the colorful coral gardens of the Gulf of Thailand. This week, we’ve combed the internet to bring you some of the most alluring liveaboard dive deals in Thailand, offering you a unique opportunity to explore the aquatic wonders of this enchanting destination. Whether you’re seeking thrilling dive sites or serene coral gardens, Thailand has it all. Dive into Thailand’s aquatic paradise with these exclusive offers:

Giamani – Hin Deang, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Phi Phi & Phuket 2D/2N (Chalong Pier – Chalong Pier)

• Departure: October 27, 2023
• Price: Starting from €668.00
• Deal: Experience an unforgettable 2-day, 2-night adventure that explores some of Thailand’s most exquisite dive sites. Special autumn sale! Save 20% and dive into the wonders of Hin Deang, Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Phi Phi, and Phuket.

The Junk – Similan & Surin Islands (Thap Lamu – Thap Lamu)

• Departure: December 11, 2023
• Price: Starting from €729.00
• Deal: Dive into the Similan and Surin Islands with a 20% discount. Valid until October 31, 2023, this special offer is your ticket to explore Thailand’s vibrant underwater world.

The Phinisi – Similan & Surin Islands (Chalong – Thap Lamu)

• Departure: December 21, 2023
• Price: Starting from €1,413.00
• Deal: Embark on an adventure through the Similan and Surin Islands and save 20%. This special offer is also valid until October 31, 2023.

Thailand’s underwater realm is a mesmerizing blend of coral reefs, pelagic species, and an array of marine life, making it a paradise for divers. These liveaboard deals offer you the chance to dive into the heart of Thailand’s marine beauty at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or a newcomer to the sport, these offers cater to various budgets and schedules. Don’t miss out on these incredible opportunities to explore the depths of Thailand. Book your Thai adventure today and get ready to immerse yourself in an underwater paradise you’ll cherish forever!

See more worldwide travel deals at: https://www.scubadiverdeals.com

Are you ready to embark on the underwater adventure of a lifetime? We’ve scoured the internet for the best scuba diving liveaboard travel deals this week, and we’ve uncovered a treasure trove of discounts and special offers in some of the world’s most captivating dive destinations. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or a novice looking to explore the depths, there’s something here for everyone. From the pristine coral reefs of Indonesia to the exotic marine life of the Galapagos, these liveaboard deals are too good to pass up. Let’s dive right in!

Indonesia – Dive into Paradise

Aurora – Departing on January 10, 2024, you can explore the wonders of Raja Ampat Central/South from just €3,671.00. Plus, enjoy a 20% discount.

Damai I – For a last-minute adventure, join the December 3, 2023, trip from €4,496.00 and explore Alor to Komodo. New bookings get a whopping 30% discount.

Ecopro Duyung Baru – Plan ahead for a Komodo expedition on June 1, 2024, for just €2,467.00. Book early to get a 25% discount.

Ilike – Dive into Raja Ampat and Halmahera from March 26, 2024, for €3,792.00 and save 20%.

Jelajahi Laut – Don’t miss out on the October 28, 2023, adventure to Maluku & West Papua for only €4,326.00. New bookings can enjoy a 25% discount.

Mermaid II – Kick off the new year in style with a Raja Ampat adventure from January 2, 2024, for €3,040.00 and save 20%.

Scubaspa Zen – Dive into the Raja Ampat Expedition on January 8, 2024, for €3,919.00 and save 20%.

Maldives – Dive into Paradise Part 2

Blue Voyager – Explore the Southern Atolls on February 20, 2024, from just €2,659.00 and save 20%. Group specials are also available.

EcoPro Mariana – Book by November 30, 2023, for free Nitrox and a 25% discount in the Central Atolls.

EcoPro Moonima – Make the most of the Best of Maldives trip and enjoy free Nitrox and a 25% discount when you book by November 31, 2023.

Emperor Explorer – Dive the Best of Maldives for 7 nights starting November 26, 2023, for €1,799.00 and enjoy a 30% discount for new bookings.

Emperor Serenity – Join the Best of Maldives adventure on November 12, 2023, from €1,968.00, with a 20% discount for new bookings.

Honors Legacy – Get ready for the Best of Maldives from June 22, 2024, and save 20% with the early bird special.

Maldives Legend Sea Pleasure – Enjoy a special offer until December 1, 2023, and save 25%.

Sachika – Last-minute adventurers, don’t miss the Best of Central Atolls on November 4, 2023, with a 20% discount.

Scubaspa Yang – Another last-minute offer! Dive into the Best of Maldives on November 4, 2023, and save 25%.

Scubaspa Ying – Last-minute offer for Best of Maldives on December 9, 2023, and save 20%.

Sunseeker – Get the year started right with the Best of Central Atolls on December 30, 2023, and save 20%.

Theia – Plan ahead for the Central Route on January 6, 2024, and save 20%.

Egypt – Dive into History

Emperor Echo – Join the South and St. Johns expedition on December 14, 2023, for €836.00 with a 20% discount for new bookings.

Ghani – Experience the Golden Triangle Cruise from November 25, 2023, for €1,050.00 and save €200. Rates include discounts.

Red Sea Aggressor II – Dive the Northern Red Sea, Ras Mohamed, and Straits of Tiran on March 30, 2024, and save a whopping $1,211.

Seven Seas – Explore the South and St. Johns on November 23, 2023, and save 20%.

Thailand – Dive into Exotic Waters

Giamani – Take advantage of the Special Autumn Sale for a two-day, two-night adventure departing on October 27, 2023, for €668.00.

The Junk – Dive the Similan & Surin Islands from December 11, 2023, and save 20%. This offer is valid until October 31, 2023.

The Phinisi – Explore the Similan & Surin Islands from December 21, 2023, and save 20%. This offer is also valid until October 31, 2023.

Philippines – Dive into Tropical Beauty

Infiniti – Join the Malapascua & Leyte expedition on October 12, 2024, for €1,898.00 and save 20%. This offer is valid for a limited time, so contact us for details.

Galapagos – Dive into Natural Wonder

Nortada – Dive with whale sharks in Isabela, Darwin, and Wolf Islands on October 27, 2023, and save 16% with this last-minute deal.

Micronesia – Dive into the Pacific

Palau Siren – Explore the Palau Islands on March 25, 2024, and enjoy a 30% discount as part of the monthly special. Act fast, as this offer is only valid for a limited time.

Australia – Dive into the Coral Sea

Spoilsport – Dive the Coral Sea Exploratory from November 2, 2023, for €2,487.00 and enjoy $500 off in early bird specials (except for the Budget Cabin).

With such fantastic offers in these incredible dive destinations, there’s no better time to plan your next underwater adventure. Whether you’re chasing manta rays in the Maldives or exploring the rich marine biodiversity of Indonesia, there’s a liveaboard deal waiting for you. Book now, and start counting down the days until your next scuba diving expedition!

See more Scuba Diving Travel deals at: https://www.scubadiverdeals.com

Thailand, known for its stunning beaches, lush jungles, and vibrant culture, also boasts some of the most captivating diving destinations in Southeast Asia. With crystal-clear waters and a rich marine ecosystem, Thailand’s Similan and Surin Islands are a diver’s dream come true. Here, we unveil a liveaboard offer that will transport you to Thailand’s underwater paradise:

The Junk – 12 Nov 2023 – from €720.00 – Similan & Surin Islands (Thap Lamu – Thap Lamu) – Thailand Offers! Valid until September 30, 2023. (20% OFF)

Prepare for an adventure of a lifetime as The Junk invites you to explore the Similan and Surin Islands with a tempting 20% discount. Departing on November 12, 2023, this extraordinary journey will immerse you in the beauty of Thailand’s underwater world.

The Similan and Surin Islands are renowned for their thriving coral reefs, diverse marine life, and opportunities to encounter majestic manta rays and whale sharks. This special Thailand offer, valid until September 30, 2023, ensures you can embark on this underwater odyssey at an unbeatable price.

Thailand’s underwater world is a tropical paradise filled with vibrant corals and unique marine species. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or a snorkeling enthusiast, this liveaboard offer is your gateway to discovering the wonders of the Similan and Surin Islands. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—book your spot today and prepare to dive into Thailand’s tropical paradise.

Prepare to embark on an unparalleled underwater odyssey as we unveil this week’s exceptional liveaboard offers, curated from the far reaches of the internet. From the mystical depths of Saudi Arabia to the captivating Galapagos Islands, the tropical wonders of Indonesia to the historical treasures of Egypt, and the paradisiacal Maldives to the vibrant marine world of Belize, and not forgetting the hidden Caribbean gem of Honduras and the tropical allure of Thailand. Our carefully selected liveaboard deals encompass it all. Dive into the details of each destination below:

Saudi Arabia: Jeddah’s Hidden Treasures

• Almonda – 07 Oct 2023 – from €722.00 – Five Corals & Seven Sisters (Jeddah – Jeddah) – Last Minute Deal! (30% OFF)

Discover the secrets of the Red Sea with Almonda’s last-minute deal, offering a remarkable 30% discount on the Five Corals & Seven Sisters itinerary in Jeddah.

Galapagos: The Evolutionary Marvel

• Aqua – 03 Oct 2023 – from €2,996.00 – Itinerary A – Diving Trip (Baltra – Baltra) – (35% OFF)

Venture to the Galapagos Islands, where Aqua’s 35% discount on the Itinerary A diving trip promises encounters with the most iconic species in this living laboratory of evolution.

Indonesia: Paradise Beneath the Waves

• Aurora – 11 Dec 2023 – from €2,418.00 – Raja Ampat Central (Sorong – Sorong) – DIVE & SNORKEL) (20% OFF)
• Ecopro Duyung Baru – 05 Apr 2024 – from €1,857.00 – Komodo (Labuan Bajo – Labuan Bajo) – Early Bird Special! (25% OFF)
• Indo Aggressor – 21 May 2024 – from €3,559.00 – Komodo National Park (Labuan Bajo-Bali) – Travel the World Special! (25% OFF)

Indonesia beckons with its diverse underwater world. Aurora offers a 20% discount for exploring Raja Ampat Central. Ecopro Duyung Baru presents an Early Bird Special with a 25% discount for the Komodo expedition, while Indo Aggressor invites you to the Komodo National Park with a 25% discount through their Travel the World Special.

Belize: The Caribbean Gem

• Belize Aggressor III – 18 May 2024 – from €2,388.00 – Belize Exploration – Lighthouse Reef, Half Moon Cay, and Turneffe Reef (Belize – Belize) – Travel the World Special! (25% OFF)

Journey to Belize’s heart, and explore Lighthouse Reef, Half Moon Cay, and Turneffe Reef with Belize Aggressor III’s Travel the World Special, offering a 25% discount.

Egypt: Dive into History

• Blue Horizon – 01 Jan 2024 – from €788.00 – Northern Wrecks & Reefs (Hurghada-Hurghada) – Group specials also available! (20% OFF)
• Blue Melody – 26 Jan 2024 – from €788.00 – North & Safaga (Hurghada-Hurghada) – Group specials also available! (20% OFF)
• Emperor Echo – 23 Nov 2023 – from €1,116.00 – Daedalus, Fury and Elphinstone (Marsa Ghalib departure) – Special Price Offer! Valid for new bookings only. (20% OFF)

Unearth the submerged history of Egypt with Blue Horizon’s 20% discount on Northern Wrecks & Reefs or North & Safaga. Alternatively, opt for Emperor Echo’s Special Price Offer of 20% off for exploring Daedalus, Fury, and Elphinstone.

Maldives: Atolls of Bliss

• Blue Voyager – 04 Oct 2023 – from €1,669.00 – Project Shark: Central Atolls (Male-Male) – Group specials also available! (20% OFF)
• Conte Max – 15 Oct 2023 – from €1,425.00 – Central Atolls (Male-Male) – Last Minute Offer! (30% OFF)
• Duke of York – 15 Oct 2023 – from €1,654.00 – Central Atolls (Male-Male) – Last Minute Offer! (30% OFF)
• Emperor Serenity – 10 Apr 2024 – from €2,680.00 – Best of Maldives (Male – Male) – Special Price Offer! Valid for new bookings only. (20% OFF)
• Maldives Aggressor II – 07 Jan 2024 – from €2,359.00 – Best of Maldives (Male – Male) – $1200 OFF – Rates include discounts!

The Maldives beckons with multiple offers. Blue Voyager invites you to join the Project Shark expedition with a 20% discount. Conte Max presents a Last Minute Offer with a 30% discount, while Duke of York offers a similar deal. Emperor Serenity extends a Special Price Offer with 20% off, and Maldives Aggressor II provides a whopping $1200 discount on the Best of Maldives adventure.

Honduras: The Caribbean’s Hidden Gem

• Roatan Aggressor – 09 Dec 2023 – from €2,060.00 – Roatan, Utila & Cayo Cochinos (French Harbor – French Harbor) – $999 OFF – Rates include discounts!

Uncover the hidden treasures of the Caribbean with Roatan Aggressor, offering an enticing $999 discount for exploring Roatan, Utila, and Cayo Cochinos.

Thailand: Tropical Paradise Awaits

• The Junk – 12 Nov 2023 – from €720.00 – Similan & Surin Islands (Thap Lamu – Thap Lamu) – Thailand Offers! Valid until September 30, 2023. (20% OFF)

Experience the allure of Thailand’s Similan and Surin Islands with The Junk’s enticing 20% discount, valid until September 30, 2023.

These exclusive liveaboard offers are your passport to some of the world’s most stunning underwater destinations. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or a newbie, now is the perfect time to embark on your dream dive vacation. Don’t miss out on these incredible deals – book your adventure today and make a splash in the deep blue!

See more liveaboard travel deals at: https://www.scubadiverdeals.com

Looking for the ultimate adventure? Dive into our exclusive selection of liveaboard special offers that will take you to some of the most breathtaking destinations around the world. Whether you dream of exploring the vibrant coral reefs of the Maldives, swimming with sharks in the Bahamas, or encountering unique marine life in the Galapagos, we have a liveaboard trip just for you. Don’t miss out on these incredible deals available for a limited time only!

The Bahamas

Bahamas Aggressor

• Departure: 06 Jan 2024
• Price: From €2,068.00
• Destination: Exuma Cays and Southwest Eleuthera (Nassau – Nassau)
• Special Offer: Travel the World Special! (25% OFF)
• Learn more http://bit.ly/3KGvzwn

Bahamas Master

• Departure: 03 Apr 2024
• Price: From €3,003.00
• Destination: Grand Bahama Adventure (Freeport – Freeport)
• Special Offer: Early Bird Deal (40% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/3J7QzLo

Belize

Belize Aggressor III

• Departure: 20 Jan 2024
• Price: From €2,268.00
• Destination: Belize Exploration – Lighthouse Reef, Half Moon Cay, and Turneffe Reef (Belize – Belize)
• Special Offer: Travel the World Special! (25% OFF)
• Learn more http://bit.ly/40CnnmB

Maldives

Blue Voyager

• Departure: 03 Sep 2023
• Price: From €1,939.00
• Destination: Best of the Central Atolls with Baa (Male – Male)
• Special Offer: Group specials also available! Contact us for more details. (20% OFF)
• Learn more http://bit.ly/42GIG7X

Emperor Voyager

• Departure: 14 Oct 2023
• Price: From €1,432.00
• Destination: Best of Maldives 7 Nights (Male – Male)
• Special Offer: Valid for New Bookings on a Limited Time. (30% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/3GpH0pC

Horizon 3

• Departure: 04 Feb 2024
• Price: From €1,996.00
• Destination: Best of the Central Atolls (Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male)
• Special Offer: (20% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/40sgcwb

Virgin Islands

BVI Aggressor

• Departure: 27 Jan 2024
• Price: From €2,202.00
• Destination: Best of British Virgin Islands (Tortola – Tortola)
• Special Offer: Travel the World Special! (25% OFF)
• Learn more http://bit.ly/3ZreryO

Costa Rica

Cocos Island Aggressor

• Departure: 18 Nov 2023
• Price: From €4,453.00
• Destination: Cocos Island Adventure (Puntarenas – Puntarenas)
• Special Offer: $1600 OFF – Rates include discounts!
• Learn more https://bit.ly/3NVSXpX

Sea Hunter

• Departure: 12 Nov 2023
• Price: From €4,793.00
• Destination: Cocos Island Expedition (Puntarenas – Puntarenas)
• Special Offer: Special offer valid for new bookings only. (20% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/3rniX5Y

Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Master

• Departure: 15 Jan 2024
• Price: From €7,938.00
• Destination: Master the Galapagos 10-night (San Cristobal – San Cristobal)
• Special Offer: Early Bird Deal (20% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/3XAgQ9R

Philippines

Infiniti

• Departure: 27 Jan 2024
• Price: From €1,670.00
• Destination: Malapascua & Leyte (Cebu – Cebu)
• Special Offer: (25% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/3K1dWqf

Resolute

• Departure: 01 Aug 2024
• Price: From €1,648.00
• Destination: Cebu (Visayas) (Mactan, Cebu – Mactan, Cebu)
• Special Offer: Early Bird Special! Valid for new bookings only. (35% OFF)
• Learn more http://bit.ly/3FWLPqr

Indonesia

Komodo Sea Dragon

• Departure: 26 Jul 2023
• Price: From €1,247.00
• Destination: Komodo National Park (Labuan Bajo – Labuan Bajo)
• Special Offer: (20% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/3ojg2Kk

Neptune One

• Departure: 04 Aug 2023
• Price: From €2,031.00
• Destination: Komodo North & South (Labuan Bajo – Labuan Bajo)
• Special Offer: Last Minute Deal! (20% OFF)
• Learn more http://bit.ly/3TR0zwt

Red Sea, Egypt

Red Sea Aggressor II

• Departure: 18 Nov 2023
• Price: From €1,335.00
• Destination: Northern Red Sea, Ras Mohamed, Straits of Tiran (Hurghada – Hurghada)
• Special Offer: $1056 OFF – Rates include discounts!
• Learn more http://bit.ly/3TMB3J1

Honduras

Roatan Aggressor

• Departure: 13 Jan 2024
• Price: From €2,135.00
• Destination: Roatan, Utila & Cayo Cochinos (French Harbor – French Harbor)
• Special Offer: Travel the World Special! (25% OFF)
• Learn more http://bit.ly/40nNSM8

Solomon Islands

Solomons Master

• Departure: 30 Mar 2024
• Price: From €4,851.00
• Destination: Best of Solomons (Honiara – Honiara)
• Special Offer: Early Bird Deal (40% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/44ycRhr

Thailand

The Junk

• Departure: 23 Oct 2023
• Price: From €1,026.00
• Destination: Similan & Surin Islands (Chalong – Thap Lamu)
• Special Offer: Summer Sizzler -20% Off!
• Learn more https://bit.ly/46O29FE

The Phinisi

• Departure: 25 Oct 2023
• Price: From €2,209.00
• Destination: Best of Thailand (Thap Lamu – Chalong)
• Special Offer: Summer Sizzler! Valid until August 31, 2023. T&C apply. (20% OFF)
• Learn more https://bit.ly/44gSp53

Book now and embark on an unforgettable liveaboard experience at a fraction of the price. These deals won’t last long, so hurry and secure your spot today! Visit Scuba Diver Travel for more details and to book your dream liveaboard adventure.

Learn more at: https://www.scubadivertravel.com

As the sun shines brightly and summer reaches its peak, avid scuba divers around the globe eagerly anticipate July—a month brimming with diving possibilities. With warm waters, excellent visibility, and an abundance of marine life, July offers an ideal opportunity to explore some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater landscapes. Join us as we unveil the best scuba diving spots for July, promising unforgettable experiences beneath the waves.

1. Komodo National Park, Indonesia: Embark on an exhilarating journey to Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its remarkable biodiversity. In July, the region boasts optimal diving conditions, offering crystal-clear waters, mild currents, and warm temperatures. Dive among vibrant coral reefs, encounter graceful manta rays, and witness the famous Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. Komodo National Park promises a captivating underwater adventure for divers of all levels.
2. Socorro Islands, Mexico: Venture to the remote Socorro Islands in Mexico’s Pacific waters for a thrilling encounter with marine giants. July welcomes the arrival of humpback whales and whale sharks, making it an exceptional time to dive in this extraordinary destination. Prepare to be awestruck by close encounters with giant manta rays, playful dolphins, and hammerhead sharks. Socorro Islands’ awe-inspiring marine encounters make it a bucket-list destination for divers seeking unforgettable experiences.
3. Similan Islands, Thailand: Escape to the stunning Similan Islands in the Andaman Sea for a dive expedition like no other. July brings calm seas, excellent visibility, and warm waters, providing an ideal backdrop for underwater exploration. Dive into a wonderland of vibrant coral gardens, encounter leopard sharks, and marvel at the diverse marine life that inhabits these tropical waters. The Similan Islands offer an idyllic retreat for divers seeking natural beauty and unforgettable diving experiences.
4. Galápagos Islands, Ecuador: Embark on a journey to the legendary Galápagos Islands, where biodiversity thrives both on land and beneath the waves. In July, this UNESCO World Heritage Site welcomes divers with cooler waters, making it an ideal time to witness incredible marine encounters. Dive alongside curious sea lions, graceful marine iguanas, and schools of hammerhead sharks. The Galápagos Islands offer a unique blend of adventure and conservation, leaving divers in awe of nature’s wonders.
5. Raja Ampat, Indonesia: Uncover the wonders of Raja Ampat, an archipelago in Indonesia renowned for its unrivaled marine biodiversity. July brings optimal diving conditions with warm waters and excellent visibility, allowing divers to explore the vibrant coral reefs and encounter a vast array of marine species. From swimming with mantas to spotting pygmy seahorses, Raja Ampat promises an extraordinary diving experience in one of the world’s most pristine marine environments.

While planning your scuba diving adventures in July, remember to prioritize safety and responsible diving practices. Stay informed about local regulations, weather conditions, and conservation efforts. Prepare your gear, pack your sense of exploration, and get ready to dive into the depths this July. Happy diving!

Don’t forget to share this article with fellow diving enthusiasts, igniting their passion for underwater exploration. Dive into July’s depths and make this summer a season to remember beneath the waves.

Start planning your next getaway with our guide to 100’s of liveaboards worldwide at: https://www.thescubanews.com/liveaboards/

Some years ago now I went to meet the guys on board Phuket’s infamous liveaboard, MV Giamani. A 5 day trip out to the Similan’s to explore the underwater world with some top divers. An incredible dive trip with some incredible people. This year I had the absolute pleasure of joining another trip out to the Similan’s and it was just as I remembered it.

Giamani is a higher class liveaboard that offers 2,4 and 6 day dive safaris to Hin Daeng, Hin Muang and the Similan Islands with a must stop at stunning Richelieu Rock. Italian owned this boat is run and managed by one of the most experienced and knowledgeable divers I have ever met, Ricardo Trabulo and his exceptional colleague, Francesco. An accomplished Instructor with PADI, SSI and RAID, Ricardo has been diving for over 30 years and is a really key individual for this company. His warm and welcoming and super helpful approach to every desk is incredible. I trusted his expertise complicity.

This boat carries a maximum of 10 guests and is a known high end trip out of Phuket. The boat, well looked after and maintained to an exceptional standard transfers you to the stunning National Marine Park that is the Similan’s, a set of 9 islands that have been rated in the top 10 dive sites in the World. Jacque Cousteau discovered this incredible pinnacle with the help of local fisherman and listed it as one of his favourite sites and it wasn’t hard to see why.  Partly due to its geology as a solitary pinnacle it attracts a variety of different pelagic species. Snappers, batfish, lionfish, triggerfish and the most amount of glass fish I have ever seen in my life adorn this dive site. It is also a site known for its small and sort after, must see critters including seahorses, frogfish, harlequin shrimp and pineapplefish. It is one of the best dives I have ever done!

My second fave site on this trip is Boulder City. Only 1km southeast of Koh Pa-Yan and a few hundred meters off Shark Fin Reef lies a site full of giant granite boulders, hence the dive site name. Ranging from depths of 12m to 40 it is an awesome site to explore. Golden gorgonian fans and sea whips grow in the cracks of the boulders and in every crevice you can spot something interesting. It is the dive site I love to explore the most out of the Similan’s. Currents can be a bit hairy but again we felt, as I did the first time I dived this site wonderfully briefed on the best way to dive it. I was given ample advice from the dive team. Like I mentioned previously, I never felt unsafe or unprepared.

There is something quite special about being at sea with a group of likeminded people with no cares in the World other than what the next dive site is and what you hope to see. This is the magic thing about liveaboards, they allow you to immerse yourself in the ocean and totally getaway for that brief time. Dive chat buzzing on the boat, sunrises and sets to die for and sea air. What is not to love!

Nitrox and rental equipment at the ready, a rebreather and trimix friendly environment, Thai and international cuisine, clean, en suite cabins and a wonderful crew. There is not much else you could really ask for. I also love the addition of the new shop in Chalong, a great place to pop into for trip information and to purchase last minute bits and bobs for the trip. Centrally located and managed by extremely helpful staff, it’s a nice place to swing by even if you just fancy a hello.

This personalised adventure is in my top 3 dive safari trips and a good enough reason for me to always return to Thailand. I recommend it to friends and divers I meet all the time and have every faith that they will have the same experience I did. Dive Thailand, Dive from MV Giamani.

Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/MVGiamani/, https://www.instagram.com/mv_giamani/ and https://twitter.com/ColonaLiveaboar

Summer might be over but blue o two are offering up to 50% off on some of their premier worldwide destinations.

With a wide selection of trips available from now until the end of 2018, there has never been a better time to tick one off your bucket list. These fantastic last-minute deals start from the 6^thSeptemberand must be booked by 30^thSeptember.

If you want to share your diving with your friends, partner or dive buddies then we also have a selection of group offers availablewhich can be combined with the deals.

Explore the coral-fringed islands of the Philippines or the WW2 history of Truk Lagoon and the Solomon Islands. Unforgettable diving with large pelagics could also be waiting for you in French Polynesia.

The blue o two epic last-minute deals are as follows:

French Polynesia – Buy 3, 1 goes free also available

12^th– 19^thSept 2018 – Was £3484, NOW £2439– 30% off
27^thOct – 3^rdNov 2018 – Was £3484, NOW £2439– 30% off
14^th– 21^stNov 2018 – Was £3484, NOW £2439– 30% off
8^th– 15^thDec 2018 – Was £3484, NOW £2265– 35% off

Solomon Islands– Buy 2, 1 goes free also available

30^thOct – 6^thNov 2018 – Was £2522, NOW £1261– 50% off
17^th– 27^thNov 2018 – Was £3604, NOW £1802– 50% off
29^thDec 2018 – 8^thJan 2019 – Was £3604, NOW £1802 – 50% off

Palau– Buy 3, 1 goes free also available

22^nd– 29^thOct 2018 – Was £3042, NOW £2433– 20% off
10^th– 17^thNov 2018 – Was £3042, NOW £2433– 20% off 
29^thDec 2018 – 8^thJan 2019 – Was £4166, NOW £3333– 20% off

Thailand

21^st– 25^thOct 2018 – Was £755, NOW £679– 10% off 
12^th– 16^thNov 2018 – Was £755, NOW £679– 10% off
8^th– 14^thDec 2018 – Was £1001, NOW £901– 10% off

Philippines– Buy 3, 1 goes free also available

12^th– 22^ndOct 2018 – Was £3234, NOW £2911– 10% off

Truk Lagoon– Buy 3, 1 goes free also available

7^th– 14^thOct 2018 – Was £2383, NOW £1787– 25% off 
21^stNov – 1^stDec 2018 – Was £3346, NOW £3011 – 10% off 

blue o two’s epic last-minute deals are on a first come, first served basis so make sure you act fast and don’t miss out!

*Terms and Conditions: Group deals available on boat spaces only. Valid on new bookings only. No other discounts or offers can be combined with this deal, including Loyalty Club Discount, BSAC Discount or BSAC Kickback Scheme. Offers are subject to availability, are first come, first served and may be removed at any time. Deals must be booked by 30th September 2018. Package prices are subject to change and final package price will be confirmed at time of booking. Packages are subject to standard booking terms and conditions. Please refer to our website for more details. 

For more information on this amazing offer, then please visit their website at www.blueotwo.com or call 01752 480808.

Starting now, Worldwide Dive & Sail Fleet has announced a flash sale with very attractive deals on some of their Master and Siren liveaboards. On most of the selected vessels, special “small group discounts” apply as well. For any 3 paying guests, 1 person may go free of charge.

Which Vessels & Destinations Are Included in The Flash Sale?

Divers taking advantage of this offer can enjoy the abundant and diverse marine life of the Philippines and Thailand, or dive the paradise islands of the Solomons, Micronesia and French Polynesia.

Thailand

The Junk offers an intimate stay and top-class diving experience around some of Thailand’s most diverse waters. Marvel at the marine life around the Similan and Surin Islands, and admire the creatures that live close to Phuket and Koh Phi Phi. The beautifully renovated traditional junk, and her sister boat The Phinisi, are ideal choices for anyone wanting a high-class Thai diving holiday with a blend of the traditional and modern.

The Junk – 10% OFF
21-25 October 2018
12-16 November 2018
8-14 December 2018

The Phinisi – 40% OFF

All trips departing in November 2018  | December 2018  |  January 2019

Solomon Islands

The Solomons PNG Master is one of very few liveaboards offering trips to the remote and unspoiled Solomon Islands. Divers can enjoy diverse ecosystems, World War II wrecks, and pristine reefs with hundreds of coral and fish species. This is a must for adventurous divers.

Solomons PNG Master – 50% OFF

30 October – 6 November 2018

17-27 November 2018

29 December 2018 – 8 January 2019

Micronesia

Micronesia scuba diving offers great visibility, vibrant coral gardens and coral-encrusted World War II wrecks at Truk Lagoon. Giant manta rays, sharks, sea turtles, spotted eagle rays and anemone fish are abundant. The Palau Siren and Truk Master are top choices for diving this unique area.

Truk Master – Up to 30% OFF

7-14 October 2018

21 November – 1 December 2018

Palau Siren – 20% OFF

22-29 October 2018

10-17 November 2018

29 December 2018 – 8 January 2019

Philippines

With 7,107 islands, liveaboard diving in the Philippines is still top of the list with its abundant and highly diverse marine life and around 2,000 species of fish. Exploring Malapascua, Tubbataha, and the Visayas in the Philippines, the Philippine Siren is ideal for an intimate and relaxed sailing adventure.

Philippine Siren – 10% Discount

12-22 October 2018

French Polynesia

French Polynesia has a well-kept secret; spectacular shark diving with hundreds of grey reef sharks, plus numerous hammerheads and eagle rays. The stunning atolls of this area are home to numerous species of marine life and offer fantastic diving opportunities. The French Polynesia is one of a few liveaboards that visit this remote and idyllic destination.

French Polynesia Master – 30% Discount

 12-19 September 2018

27 October – 3 November 2018

14-21 November 2018

8-15 December 2018

Trips must be booked before September 30th, 2018 in order to be eligible for a discount.

With just a few days to go until DIVE 2017 at the NEC, diving holiday specialists, Regaldive, have unveiled a range of exciting new dive show offers. These special deals are available from 13 October 2017 and will be offered for a limited period after the dive show.

Regaldive are offering 10% Savings* in their Autumn Sale. The 10% saving applies to almost every holiday package in the Regaldive programme. Divers can make huge savings of up to £1,119 per person on liveaboard trips by booking their diving holiday during the Regaldive Autumn Sale.

With a great value 10% off land-based and liveaboard packages around the world, in addition to some superb dive pack deals and extra savings, Regaldive’s Autumn Sale is the ideal time for divers to book their next trip.

Regaldive’s Autumn Sale runs from 13 October until 3 November 2017.

© John Butland – Regaldive

Autumn Sale Example Savings:

Liveaboard Trips – Save up to £1,119pp

• SAVE up to £469pp on Caribbean liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,119pp on Cocos Island Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £651pp on Fijian Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £807pp on French Polynesian Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £900pp on Galapagos liveaboards
• SAVE up to £750pp on Guadalupe liveaboards
• SAVE up to £522pp on Indonesian liveaboards
• SAVE up to £475pp on Maldives liveaboards
• SAVE up to £746pp on Oman liveaboards
• SAVE up to £523pp on Palau liveaboards
• SAVE up to £492pp on Philippines liveaboards
• SAVE up to £100pp on Red Sea liveaboards
• SAVE up to £750pp on Socorro liveaboards
• SAVE up to £746pp on Thailand Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £510pp on Truk Lagoon Liveaboards

 Land-based Trips – Save up to £500pp

• Lanzarote holidays from just £203pp for 7 nights
• Maldives escapes from just £1,524pp for 7 nights
• Malta and Gozo holidays starting from just £240pp for 7 nights
• Red Sea holidays starting from just £417pp for 7 nights

 Great Savings with Red Sea Dive Pack Offers – Including ‘Buy One Get One Half Price’

• Marsa Alam and El Gouna: Day diving with Emperor Divers for just £40 per day
  for departures from November 2017 to August 2018. Book by 31 October 2017.
• El Gouna, Soma Bay, Safaga, Marsa Alam & Hamata: Save 20% on all Dive Packs
  and Courses from Orca Dive Club. Valid for departures until 30 April 2018.
  Book by 3 November 2017.
• Hurghada: Buy any dive pack or course with Aquarius Diving Club and get your buddy’s
  for HALF PRICE. Valid for departure dates from:
  1 December 2017 – 15 March 2018 & 16 April 2018 – 15 July 2018

Andreas Elia, Director of Regaldive commented, “The Regaldive Team is really looking forward to seeing guests old and new at DIVE 2017. This year we will be on stand 412 at the NEC, so please do stop by for a chat and let us help you with your holiday plans. We are delighted to pass on these great savings to our customers in order to bring you the best value diving holidays possible.”

 Regaldive has an in-house team of diving and travel enthusiasts, so is well placed to help divers to plan their next scuba diving holiday adventures to over 25 exciting worldwide destinations.

For further information, or to book, visit www.regaldive.co.uk or call 01353 659999.

* Regaldive’s Autumn Sale is subject to Terms and Conditions – please see here

To celebrate the start of the Summer holidays, diving holiday specialists Regaldive are currently offering 10% Savings* in their Sizzling Summer Sale which runs from 20 July to 4 August 2017. With a great value 10% off diving holidays and liveaboards around the world, in addition to some superb dive pack deals and extra savings, Regaldive’s offers are available for a limited period only. The 10% saving applies to almost every holiday in the Regaldive programme.

To celebrate the start of the Summer holidays, diving holiday specialists Regaldive are currently offering 10% Savings* in their Sizzling Summer Sale which runs from 20 July to 4 August 2017. With a great value 10% off diving holidays and liveaboards around the world, in addition to some superb dive pack deals and extra savings, Regaldive’s offers are available for a limited period only. The 10% saving applies to almost every holiday in the Regaldive programme.

Divers can benefit from huge savings of up to £1,290 per person on liveaboard trips by booking their Regaldive holiday package during the Sizzling Summer Sale.

Sizzling Summer Sale Example Savings:

Liveaboard Trips – Save up to £1,290pp

• SAVE up to £ 984pp on Bahamas liveaboards
• SAVE up to £469pp on Caribbean liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,045pp on Cocos Island Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £902pp on Fijian Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,115pp on French Polynesian Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,290pp on Galapagos liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,105pp on Indonesian liveaboards
• SAVE up to £589pp on Maldives liveaboards
• SAVE up to £720pp on Oman liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,041pp on Palau liveaboards
• SAVE up to £759pp on Philippines liveaboards
• SAVE up to £200pp on Red Sea liveaboards
• SAVE up to £172pp on Sudan liveaboards
• SAVE up to £674pp on Thailand Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £811pp on Truk Lagoon Liveaboards

  Land-based Trips – Save up to £500pp

• Lanzarote holidays from just £209pp for 7 nights
• Maldives escapes from just £999pp for 7 nights
• Malta and Gozo holidays starting from just £229pp for 7 nights
• Red Sea holidays starting from just £399pp for 7 nights

With great savings available in the Sizzling Summer Sale, it is an ideal time for divers to book their next diving holiday with Regaldive.

Regaldive has an in-house team of diving and travel enthusiasts, so is well placed to help divers to plan their next scuba diving holiday adventures to over 25 exciting worldwide destinations.

For further information, or to book, visit www.regaldive.co.uk or call 01353 659999.

* Regaldive’s Sizzling Summer Sale is subject to Terms and Conditions – please see here

To kick off the start of May, diving holiday specialists Regaldive are currently offering 10% Savings* in their Mega May Sale which runs from 4-19 May 2017. This saving applies to almost every holiday in the Regaldive programme. Divers can benefit from huge savings of up to £1,290 per person on liveaboard trips by booking their Regaldive holiday package during the Mega May Sale.

In addition, Regaldive are offering all bookers the chance to win an exciting 7 Night Ski Holiday for two people to France. Divers booking a diving holiday with Regaldive between 4 May and 30 June 2017 will be automatically entered into this competition with a chance to win a fabulous 7 night stay at Xtra Chalet Le Curling Espace in France.

This wonderful seven night prize** is worth up to £2,250 and is based on two people sharing one room at Xtra Chalet Le Curling, Espace Killy Ski Area, Tignes, including return flights from the UK, transfers and lift passes, courtesy of Regaldive’s sister company Inghams, the ski & snowboard holiday experts.

Mega May Sale Example Savings:

• SAVE up to £736pp on Bahamas liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,045pp on Cocos Island Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £802pp on French Polynesian Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,290pp on Galapagos liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,105pp on Indonesian liveaboards
• SAVE up to £687pp on Maldives liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,245pp on Palau liveaboards
• SAVE up to £900pp on Philippines liveaboards
• SAVE up to £300pp on Red Sea liveaboards
• SAVE up to £746pp on Thailand Liveaboards

With great savings available in the Mega May Sale and a chance to win a valuable ski trip prize for two to France, it is an ideal time for divers to book their next diving holiday with Regaldive.

Regaldive has an in-house team of diving and travel enthusiasts, so is well placed to help divers to plan their next scuba diving holiday adventures to over 25 exciting worldwide destinations.

For further information, or to book, visit www.regaldive.co.uk or call 01353 659999.

* Mega May Sale is subject to Terms and Conditions – please see here

** Win a Ski Trip Competition is subject to Terms and Conditions – please see here

Diving holiday specialists Regaldive have recently expanded their liveaboard programme with the addition of five new liveaboards. The liveaboards are part of the highly regarded Aggressor Fleet and are based in popular destinations including Fiji, Palau, Thailand and Oman.

Diving holiday specialists Regaldive have recently expanded their liveaboard programme with the addition of five new liveaboards. The liveaboards are part of the highly regarded Aggressor Fleet and are based in popular destinations including Fiji, Palau, Thailand and Oman.

Rock Island Aggressor

The new additions are: Fiji Aggressor, Thailand Aggressor and Oman Aggressor, as well as sister boats based in Palau: Rock Islands Aggressor and Palau Aggressor II.

Fiji Aggressor

Fiji Aggressor is a 30 metre yacht built and powered for comfort, safety and stability. Accommodating 10 guests, accommodation includes four deluxe staterooms with a double and single berth and one owner’s stateroom with a queen bed. Fiji Aggressor offers a 7 night itinerary encompassing the dive highlights of incredible Fiji: ‘Gau, Makongi, Namena and Wakaya Islands’.

Thailand Aggressor

Thailand Aggressor is a spacious 35 metre yacht built and powered for comfort, safety and stability. She has comfortable accommodation for 16 guests in eight spacious, air-conditioned staterooms. Thailand Aggressor offers a choice of two itineraries: ‘The Andaman Sea North’ and ‘The Gulf of Thailand’.

Oman Aggressor

A new addition to the Aggressor fleet, the 45 metre Oman Aggressor is a spacious steel yacht built and powered for comfort, safety and stability. All staterooms and the interior of the yacht are new and have a stylish design. Her comfortable accommodation for 22 guests includes 11 spacious staterooms. Commencing in November 2017, Oman Aggressor will offer four unique itineraries known as ‘The Jewels of Oman’.

Palau Aggressor II

The Rock Islands Aggressor and Palau Aggressor II are sister ships. Each vessel is 32 metres long, built and powered for comfort, safety and stability. There is comfortable accommodation for up to 18 guests in eight deluxe cabins and one double cabin. Both 7 and 10 day ‘Best of Palau’ itineraries are offered on either vessel.

Regaldive’s Director Andreas Elia commented:

“We are experiencing greater demand for high specification liveaboards offering excellent diving and service and we are confident that these new Aggressor boats really fit the bill and will prove very popular with the diving community.”

With its in-house team of diving enthusiasts, Regaldive is well placed to help divers to plan their scuba diving adventures to over 25 exciting worldwide destinations.

For further information, or to book, visit www.regaldive.co.uk or call 01353 659999.

Regaldive, the diving holiday specialist, has unveiled a range of exciting new February Sale Offers. With a great value 10% off diving holiday and liveaboard packages around the world, in addition to some superb dive pack deals and extra savings, Regaldive’s February Sale Offers are available until Friday, 24 February 2017. These 10% savings are on top of existing dive packs and special offers.

Regaldive, the diving holiday specialist, has unveiled a range of exciting new February Sale Offers. With a great value 10% off diving holiday and liveaboard packages around the world, in addition to some superb dive pack deals and extra savings, Regaldive’s February Sale Offers are available until Friday, 24 February 2017. These 10% savings are on top of existing dive packs and special offers.

Divers can also benefit from many other special offers, including dive pack offers, free extra nights and room upgrades.

Liveaboard Trip Savings: Save up to £1,476pp  

• SAVE up to £736pp on Bahamas liveaboards
• SAVE up to £223pp on Caribbean liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,045pp on Cocos Island Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £596pp on Fijian liveaboards
• SAVE up to £642pp on French Polynesian liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,476pp on Galapagos liveaboards
• SAVE up to £1,145pp on Indonesian liveaboards
• SAVE up to £530pp on Maldives liveaboards
• SAVE up to £786pp on Oman Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £870pp on Palau liveaboards
• SAVE up to £325pp on Philippines liveaboards
• SAVE up to £150pp on Red Sea liveaboards
• SAVE up to £600pp on Sudan liveaboards
• SAVE up to £746pp on Thailand Liveaboards
• SAVE up to £693pp on Truk Lagoon liveaboards

Red Sea Dive Pack Offers – Marsa Alam and El Gouna

Regaldive are also offering a great range of Red Sea Dive Pack Offers including:-

• Marsa Alam and El Gouna – Buy 5 days’ boat diving with Emperor Divers for just £164

Valid for diving taken from:

• 1 March 2017 to 31 August 2017 and
• 1 November 2017 to 31 December 2017

5 Day Dive Pack Offers are only available for new bookings made from 16-24 February 2017.

With its in-house team of diving enthusiasts, Regaldive is well placed to help divers to plan their next scuba diving holiday adventures to over 25 exciting worldwide destinations.

For further information, or to book, visit www.regaldive.co.uk or call 01353 659999.

Diving holiday specialists Regaldive have recently expanded their programme in Thailand with a hotel and three liveaboards in Phuket. The hotel and two of the liveaboards are owned by Sea Bees Diving, an award winning, local dive centre that has been operating for over 20 years. The third liveaboard is part of the highly regarded Aggressor Fleet.

Diving holiday specialists Regaldive have recently expanded their programme in Thailand with a hotel and three liveaboards in Phuket. The hotel and two of the liveaboards are owned by Sea Bees Diving, an award winning, local dive centre that has been operating for over 20 years. The third liveaboard is part of the highly regarded Aggressor Fleet.

New Hotel: Palm Garden Resort Phuket

The Palm Garden Resort Phuket is located in the south-eastern area around Chalong in a peaceful tropical garden. The Resort is just 5 minutes’ walk from Sea Bees Dive Centre and a short walk from the new pier, the bay and many shops. The Thai style bungalows of the Palm Garden Resort are ideal for a relaxing stay.

Nearby Chalong is home to the primary yacht marina and is the starting point for most diving and boat tours in Phuket. South of Phuket there are a number of excellent dive sites scattered over an area that incorporates the islands of Koh Phi Phi, Racha Yai and Racha Noi.

Three New Liveaboards out of Phuket

The renowned Similan Islands are located 100km Northwest of Phuket and are best dived by joining a liveaboard out of Phuket. With snow-white beaches set against picturesque granite outcrops above the water and spectacular dive sites in often crystal clear water below, it is not surprising that the Similan Islands are ranked as one of the finest dive destinations in the world.

MY Genesis

 MY Genesis 1 is a 26 metre steel, mono-hulled liveaboard that comfortably accommodates up to 12 divers in 5 twin bed cabins and 2 single cabins. MY Genesis 1 offers two night and five night itineraries to take in the best diving of the Similan Islands and the north. Divers can make the most of these nine islands and the unique, worldwide recognised dive sites that surround them. Free Nitrox is available on board.

MV Marco Polo

The 23 metre MV Marco Polo liveaboard comfortably accommodates up to 14 divers in twin cabins. The MV Marco Polo offers a 6 night itinerary to some of the best dive spots the Andaman Sea has to offer. The MV Marco Polo regularly tours wildlife-rich dive sites around the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, the spectacular coral gardens of Koh Tachai and the renowned Richelieu Rock.

Thailand Aggressor

Thailand Aggressor is a spacious 35 metre yacht built and powered for comfort, safety and stability. She has comfortable accommodation for 16 guests in eight spacious, air-conditioned staterooms. Thailand Aggressor offers a choice of two itineraries: ‘The Andaman Sea North’ and ‘The Gulf of Thailand’.

With its in-house team of diving enthusiasts, Regaldive is well placed to help divers to plan their scuba diving adventures to Thailand and over 25 exciting worldwide destinations.

For further information, or to book, visit www.regaldive.co.uk or call 01353 659999

I arrived in Phuket a day before the boat was scheduled to depart, giving me some time to adjust to my surroundings and get over the dreaded air-conditioning cold/sniffle I had developed after being on planes and in Singapore airport transiting.

Somehow I had managed to book my trip smack bang in the middle of Chinese New year, and Phuket was absolutely full of Chinese families celebrating the holiday. Until the trip departure, I stayed at “Secret cliff resort” in Karon (officially in Karon, but on a hill in between Patong and Karon beaches) and found it was quite accessible by Tuktuk to the markets and restaurants. It was obvious the local businesses and hotels in Phuket were struggling to absorb the load from the holiday and so, I was happy to be able to look forward to getting on the liveaboard and heading out to Sea away from the congestion.

The day the Liveaboard was due to begin, I was to be picked up from my hotel at 4pm for a 5.30pm boat departure. The van showed up 10 minutes late, but Phuket traffic can be as fun as Aucklands, so it wasn’t really too terrible. I jumped in, dive gear and backpack in tow, and off we went to collect more divers booked on the trip. After 2 hours of driving Phukets highways, our driver pulled up to Tablamu Pier, a jetty full of boats lit up and bustling with excited divers. I was apprehensive at first, noticing all the dive boats looked pretty much the same, old but tidy, colourful but paint chipped, tired but working. All the boats looked similar, aside from one that was lit up, bright and proud with fairy lights down the centre. It looked like it must’ve been one of the top of the line boats, with an immaculate paint job, no rust stains and a warmness to it, and immediately I dreaded having booked the cheapest trip I could find. I was pleasantly surprised when I discovered the fairy light boat was in fact the MV Pawara, and my spirits immediately lifted.

We were greeted by “Fernando” one of the dive guides along with some of the boat boys who lowered our gear over the side of the jetty and down into a dinghy. We followed our luggage and headed out amongst the dive boats. It was a fun way to begin the adventure, calmly “putting” around the other dive boats in the dinghy until we arrived at the stern of our boat, our home for the next 4 days.

As I was helped onboard by Brian, another of the dive guides, I was shown a spot at the rear of the boat which would be my set up area for all of our dives. Unlike a lot of liveaboards where there is a ‘mothership’ and a dinghy or RIB to take you to the dive sites, boats in Thailand are designed to take you directly to the site, drop you off and wait at a safe distance until the divers surface. All divers onboard the Pawara had their own specific gear up spot, where you could sit down, slip on your BCD, take a few steps and then be in the water.

After setting up my gear, it was down into the hull to check out my cabin. Having booked a budget room, I was stoked to find I had been upgraded to a standard room due to the uneven ratio of male to female divers onboard. My Japanese roommate and I shared our own little bathroom, and were greeted with a sweet arrangement of flowers on our beds. The rooms are designed with maximum efficiency, so I was glad I had left my suitcase back at the hotel and only brought the essentials – there wasn’t much room for clutter!

After traditional Thai prayers for a safe voyage at the bow of the ship, complete with fire crackers and incense burning, the Pawara was off heading north to take us up to the Similan islands where our dive adventure was  to begin. There was a great international mix of cultures onboard from fellow Anzacs, Frenchies, Brazilians, Americans, Chinese and British. We all seemed to come together nicely despite the huge age ranges from the youngest at 12 up to the mid sixties. I suppose it was our shared love of diving that made us all get along.

Day one and dive one at “Anitas Reef” was a chance for everyone to ease in to diving, and I was impressed at the patience Fernando had for one diver in our group who was trying out new gear, whilst another one was overcoming the dustiness of not having dived for a while. With the focus of this first dive being based around getting comfortable, I was happy to still be able to see some great critters like Stonefish and Morays whilst checking my buoyancy and weighting was on point.

The following dives proved even more interesting, with one site having this crazy current that would randomly come up from the depths. Suddenly the balmy 29 degree water would instantly drop to 24 degrees ( I watched it on my dive computer astounded ) and you would be kicking against a mild current. It wasn’t unpleasant, just something different, and the site was great for diving as we got to see a myriad of species of frogfish – a fish that up until then I had only seen at depths more than 30m, here we saw our first one at 12m!

I was so impressed by the diving in the Similans, from that first day with shallow sandy bottoms, through to pinnacles with wisp like cold currents, to sites where it seemed like Stonehenge had been flooded and covered in tiny beautiful nudibranchs. Having dived Palau, the Maldives, Vanuatu and the Great barrier reef I thought it’d be hard to further impress me but here I was, totally delighted by the fact that I was privy to seeing such beauty in yet another part of the world. It was here in the Similans that I realised I needed to, I must, take everyone I knew diving, whether they were interested in the ocean or not – the beauty of the underwater world needed to be shared, and the Similan islands were proof of this! How could people deny themselves visiting this beauty?

You’d expect the crew to have the best dives saved for last, but it was on day two that I had my most memorable dive of the trip – my first encounter with an Oceanic Manta ray.

‘Koh tachai’ pinnacle rises up from the bottom of the ocean and attracts schools of Barracuda and Giant trevally who (when we dived in the late afternoon) were preparing for their dinner. Amazed by the huge school of Barracuda silently swimming in formation, it struck me suddenly that someone was banging their tank excitedly. Hurriedly looking around, I saw my buddy, Charlie wide eyed and looking right behind me (never a great feeling) and I whipped around to see what he saw. Immediately I was breathless as I looked into the beautiful black eye of a huge female Manta ray, effortlessly gliding past me as Cobia and Remora followed her. The elegance she had, the graceful way she swam around the divers, eyeing us up individually as if to say “Hey, haven’t seen you around here before” was a something I’ll never forget.

The great dives kept on coming, and I came to realise I never wanted to get off the Pawara. Richelieu rock was next on the list, and although no Manta appeared here to check us out, the sheer richness of lush colours and mass of marine life was phenomenal. Another first for me, was seeing an Ornate ghost pipefish disguising itself amongst some soft coral. Had it not been for Fernando pointing it out as he took a photo, I never would’ve seen it being so well camouflaged in its environment. Along with Frogfish, Turtles, and female Cuttlefish laying their eggs – Richelieu rock had it all! Even in my dive log that evening I wrote “could dive it a gazillion times”.

Winding off the trip on the last day we were taken to the ‘Boonsong’ wreck, a shallow yet incredibly diverse site where the animals have taken a once floating vessel as their own, and created an artificial reef. Pufferfish and Honeycomb morays litter the wreck and its crannies while Cuttlefish blend into the rust coloured sand as they find crevices to deposit their eggs in. A couple of easy dives here to finish off what had been a fabulous trip.

If you’ve always put off the idea of diving in Thailand like I had, I urge you to think again! Being relatively cheap to get to and having such great access to the Similan Islands, getting on a Liveaboard gives you a chance to see Thailands amazing coastline and experience small dive groups with attentive dive guides.

Good to know: Max dive times were 60 minutes, or when the first diver hit 50bar. Great if you can buddy with a diver and guide who have a similar air consumption rate to you.

Nitrox is free and after doing 4 dives in a day, you will notice the difference to diving air. Make sure to bring your Enriched air diver certification as proof, or better yet – book to do your course during the trip with the onboard Instructors.

As there can be many dive boats at a site at any one time, it is great to carry your own SMB (all guides do). The boats will lend you one for a fee, or make sure to bring your own.

Let them know any dietary requirements during the booking process – they will bend over backwards to feed you well. Being vegetarian I am used to going without any decent form of protein and carb loading on trips like this, but I was treated to amazing tofu and mushroom dishes, and traditional thai dishes made especially for me without meat. The cooks went above and beyond any expectations I had.

Aside from the ex-pat crew onboard, most of the Thai locals surprisingly don’t speak much English. Learn your basics to show your appreciation – the crew work hard and always smile, there isn’t anything they won’t do to make your trip more enjoyable.

Price range: Budget cabins 25,700 THB twin share up to 35,700 THB master cabin twin share + Park fees 1800 THB, free nitrox, free wifi in certain areas, all meals included (you will not go hungry on this trip!)

Journey: Departing from Auckland, there are no direct flights but options to fly via Singapore with Singapore airlines or via Melbourne with Jetstar. New Zealanders are granted a visa on arrival.

Liveaboard boat/company: MV Pawara with West coast divers
http://www.sunrise-divers.com/similan_islands_pawara.php
Destination: Similan Islands National Park, Thailand
Itinerary: 4 days 4 nights with 14 dives. Cruising around the Similan islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu rock

Colona are contactable on their website at: http://www.diving-thailand-phuket.com

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27 Sep – 05 Oct: Majestic Mantas (7 nights) £1999*

M/V Sea Spirit – Maldives

03 May – 10 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

10 May – 17 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

17 May – 24 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

M/V Galapagos Master – Galapagos

24 May – 05 Jun: Project Shark Galapagos (10 nights) NOW £3995 including flights!*

10 Aug – 17 Aug: Master the Galapagos (7 nights) NOW £3129**

S/Y Philippine Siren – Philippines

06 Oct – 16 Oct: Southern Visayas (10 nights) NOW £2459**

S/Y The Junk – Thailand

Similan & Surin Islands (4 or 6 nights) – SAVE 10% on all trips departing in Nov or Dec! Now from £539**

*Package price is subject to change due to fluctuations in flight prices. Final package price will be confirmed at time of booking. **Excludes flights (boat only price).

To book or for more info contact our EXPERT TRAVEL TEAM now on 01752 480808 or visit our website www.blueotwo.com

Please find below our latest special offers including luxury liveaboard holidays to the Red Sea now from as little as £595 including flights PLUS a FREE £100 on board credit voucher or some fantastic group deals to Hurghada from as little as £583 including flights!

M/Y blue Fin – Red Sea

24 Apr – 01 May: Northern Wrecks & Reefs ONLY £595 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

01 May – 08 May: Strait of Tiran & North ONLY £595 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher – May Madness!

08 May – 15 May: Simply the Best £995 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher – May Madness!

15 May – 22 May: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £895 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

22 May – 29 May: Strait of Tiran & North £1095 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

29 May – 05 Jun: Best of Wrecks £1149 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

M/Y blue Horizon – Red Sea

24 Apr – 01 May: Best of Wrecks ONLY £895 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

01 May – 08 May: Best of Wrecks £695 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher – May Madness!

15 May – 22 May: Simply the Best £995 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

22 May – 29 May: Deep South £1195 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

29 May – 05 Jun: Project Shark: Simply the Best £1149 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

M/Y blue Melody – Red Sea

24 Apr – 01 May: Project Shark: Simply the Best ONLY £695 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

01 May – 08 May: Project Shark: Simply the Best £695 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher – May Madness!

22 May – 29 May: Deep South £1195 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

29 May – 05 Jun: Deep South £1299 plus a FREE £100 on board credit voucher!

M/Y Red Sea Adventurer – Red Sea

08 May – 15 May: North & Ras Mohamed £675

15 May – 22 May: North & Ras Mohamed £795

29 May – 05 Jun: Deep South £895

M/Y Excellence – Red Sea

29 May – 05 Jun: Best of Wrecks £695

Shore-Based Group Deal – 5 pay, 1 goes FREE! – Hurghada

15 May – 22 May: Bella Vista Hotel & Resort Hurghada – From £583pp

15 May – 22 May: Sea Garden Hurghada – From £583pp

15 May – 22 May: Marriott Resort Hurghada – From £665pp

22 May – 05 Jun: Bella Vista Hotel & Resort Hurghada – From £583pp

22 May – 05 Jun: Sea Garden Hurghada – From £583pp

22 May – 05 Jun: Marriott Resort Hurghada – From £665pp

M/Y blue ‘Honors Legacy’ – Maldives 

16 May – 24 May: Magical Maldives (7 nights) NOW £1895*

31 Jul – 11 Aug: Best of the Northern Atolls (10 nights) £2195*

27 Aug – 07 Sep: Best of the Northern Atolls (10 nights) £2195*

20 Sep – 28 Sep: Simply the Best (7 nights) £1999*

27 Sep – 05 Oct: Majestic Mantas (7 nights) £1999*

M/V Sea Spirit – Maldives

26 Apr – 03 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

03 May – 10 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

10 May – 17 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

17 May – 24 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

M/V Humboldt Explorer – Galapagos

01 Jun – 11 Jun: Galapagos Islands (10 nights) NOW £3495**

M/V Galapagos Master – Galapagos

24 May – 05 Jun: Project Shark Galapagos (10 nights) NOW £4995* including flights!

10 Aug – 17 Aug: Master the Galapagos (7 nights) NOW £2995**

S/Y Philippine Siren – Philippines

06 Oct – 16 Oct: Southern Visayas (10 nights) NOW £2459**

S/Y The Junk – Thailand

Similan & Surin Islands (4 or 6 nights) – SAVE 10% on all trips departing in Nov or Dec! Now from £539**

*Package price is subject to change due to fluctuations in flight prices. Final package price will be confirmed at time of booking. **Excludes flights (boat only price).

To book or for more info contact our EXPERT TRAVEL TEAM now on 01752 480808 or visit our website www.blueotwo.com

Find below our latest special offers including luxury liveaboard holidays to the Red Sea now from as little as £695 including flights or some fantastic group deals to Hurghada from as little as £583 including flights!

M/Y blue Fin – Red Sea

27 Mar – 03 Apr: Simply the Best NOW £695 – Manchester flight offer!

03 Apr – 10 Apr: North & Ras Mohamed £995

10 Apr – 17 Apr: Best of Wrecks £795

17 Apr – 24 Apr: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £795

01 May – 08 May: Strait of Tiran & North £795

08 May – 15 May: Simply the Best £895

15 May – 22 May: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £995

22 May – 29 May: Strait of Tiran & North £995

M/Y blue Horizon – Red Sea

27 Mar – 03 Apr: North & Ras Mohamed NOW £695 – Manchester flight offer!

03 Apr – 10 Apr: Simply the Best £995

10 Apr – 17 Apr: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £895

17 Apr – 24 Apr: Project Shark: Simply the Best £1095

24 Apr – 01 May: Best of Wrecks £995

01 May – 08 May: Best of Wrecks £795

M/Y blue Melody – Red Sea

27 Mar – 03 Apr: Northern Wrecks & Reefs NOW £695 – Manchester flight offer!

03 Apr – 10 Apr: Best of Brothers £995

10 Apr – 17 Apr: Simply the Best £895

24 Apr – 01 May: Project Shark: Simply the Best £995

01 May – 08 May: Project Shark: Simply the Best £895

M/Y Red Sea Adventurer – Red Sea

17 Apr – 24 Apr: North & Brothers £995

08 May – 15 May: North & Ras Mohamed £795

15 May – 22 May: North & Ras Mohamed £995

29 May – 05 Jun: Deep South £1095

M/Y Excellence – Red Sea

29 May – 05 Jun: Best of Wrecks £995

Shore-Based Group Deal – 5 pay, 1 goes FREE!

15 May – 22 May: Bella Vista Hotel & Resort Hurghada – From £583pp

15 May – 22 May: Sea Garden Hurghada – From £583pp

15 May – 22 May: Marriott Resort Hurghada – From £665pp

22 May – 05 Jun: Bella Vista Hotel & Resort Hurghada – From £583pp

22 May – 05 Jun: Sea Garden Hurghada – From £583pp

22 May – 05 Jun: Marriott Resort Hurghada – From £665pp

M/Y blue ‘Honors Legacy’ – Maldives

04 Apr – 12 Apr: Simply the Best (7 nights) NOW £1995*

16 May – 24 May: Magical Maldives (7 nights) NOW £1895*

31 Jul – 11 Aug: Best of the Northern Atolls (10 nights) £2295*

27 Aug – 07 Sep: Best of the Northern Atolls (10 nights) £2295*

20 Sep – 28 Sep: Simply the Best (7 nights) £2049*

27 Sep – 05 Oct: Majestic Mantas (7 nights) £2099*

M/V Sea Spirit – Maldives

05 Apr – 12 Apr: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1325**

12 Apr – 24 Apr: Central Atolls & Beyond (12 nights) NOW £2400**

26 Apr – 03 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

03 May – 10 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

10 May – 17 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

17 May – 24 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1088** – May Special!

M/V Humboldt Explorer –  Galapagos

01 Jun – 11 Jun: Galapagos Islands (10 nights) NOW £3495**

M/V Galapagos Master –  Galapagos

10 Aug – 17 Aug: Master the Galapagos (7 nights) NOW £2995**

S/Y Truk Siren –  Micronesia

21 Sep – 04 Oct: Truk Lagoon (10 nights) £2999**

S/Y Palau Siren –  Palau

Palau Islands (7 or 10 nights) – SAVE 10% on all trips departing between 01 Jul – 31 Dec! Now from £2177**

S/Y Philippine Siren – Philippines

06 Oct – 16 Oct: Southern Visayas (10 nights) NOW £2459**

S/Y The Junk – Thailand

Similan & Surin Islands (4 or 6 nights) – SAVE 10% on all trips departing in Nov or Dec! Now from £539**

*Package price is subject to change due to fluctuations in flight prices. Final package price will be confirmed at time of booking. **Excludes flights (boat only price).

To book or for more info contact our EXPERT TRAVEL TEAM now on 01752 480808 or visit our website www.blueotwo.com

Please find below our latest special offers including luxury liveaboard holidays to the Red Sea now from as little as £595 including flights and to the action-packed Galapagos Islands for 10 nights from as little as £3995 including flights!!!

M/Y blue Fin – Red Sea

06 Mar – 13 Mar: Strait of Tiran & North NOW £895

13 Mar – 20 Mar: Best of Brothers NOW £995

20 Mar – 27 Mar: Deep South £1145

27 Mar – 03 Apr: Simply the Best £995

03 Apr – 10 Apr: North & Ras Mohamed £1145

10 Apr – 17 Apr: Best of Wrecks £995

M/Y blue Horizon – Red Sea

27 Mar – 03 Apr: North & Ras Mohamed £995

03 Apr – 10 Apr: Simply the Best £1145

10 Apr – 17 Apr: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £995

17 Apr – 24 Apr: Project Shark: Simply the Best £1095

M/Y blue Melody – Red Sea

20 Mar – 27 Mar: Best of Wrecks £1099

27 Mar – 03 Apr: Northern Wrecks & Reefs NOW £995

03 Apr – 10 Apr: Best of Brothers £1145

10 Apr – 17 Apr: Simply the Best £1095

17 Apr – 24 Apr: Simply the Best £1095

M/Y blue Voyager – Red Sea

20 Feb – 27 Feb: HAYAH Reef Clean-up NOW £595

27 Feb – 06 Mar: Northern Wrecks & Reefs NOW £825

M/Y Red Sea Adventurer – Red Sea

20 Feb – 27 Feb: Northern Wrecks & Reefs NOW £995

17 Apr – 24 Apr: North & Brothers £1049

M/Y blue ‘Honors Legacy’- Maldives

28 Feb – 08 Mar: Magical Maldives (7 nights) NOW £1995!*

28 Mar – 05 Apr: Magical Maldives (7 nights) £2299*

04 Apr – 12 Apr: Simply the Best (7 nights) NOW £2345*

21 Apr – 02 May: Best of the Maldives (10 nights) £2495*

31 Jul – 11 Aug: Best of the Northern Atolls (10 nights) £2395*

M/V Sea Spirit – Maldives

22 Feb – 06 Mar: Equatorial Far South (12 nights) NOW £1920**

08 Mar – 20 Mar: Huvadhoo to Male (12 nights) NOW £2120**

05 Apr – 12 Apr: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1060**

12 Apr – 24 Apr: Central Atolls & Beyond (12 nights) NOW £2160**

26 Apr – 03 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1060** – May Special!

03 May – 10 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1060** – May Special!

10 May – 17 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1060** – May Special!

17 May – 24 May: Central Atolls (7 nights) NOW £1060** – May Special!

M/V Sunset Queen – Maldives

22 Mar – 03 Apr: Central Atolls & Beyond (12 nights) NOW £2040** – May Special!

S/Y Fiji Siren – Fiji

11 Jul – 18 Jul: Beyond the Bligh (7 nights) NOW £1784**

19 Jul – 26 Jul: Beyond the Bligh (7 nights) NOW £1784**

03 Aug – 13 Aug: Beyond the Bligh (10 nights) NOW £2745**

14 Aug – 24 Aug: Beyond the Bligh (10 nights) NOW £2745**

25 Aug – 01 Sep: Beyond the Bligh (7 nights) NOW £1980**

23 Sep – 30 Sep: Beyond the Bligh (7 nights) NOW £1980**

M/V Humboldt Explorer – Galapagos

29 Mar – 10 Apr: Galapagos Islands (10 nights) Was £5995, NOW ONLY £3995!* (inc flights) – SAVE £2000!!

31 May – 12 Jun: Galapagos Islands (10 nights) NOW £5495* (inc flights)

S/Y Indo Siren – Indonesia

07 Jul – 17 Jul: Komodo National Park (10 nights) NOW £2320**

18 Jul – 28 Jul: Komodo National Park (10 nights) NOW £2320**

29 Jul – 08 Aug: Komodo National Park (10 nights) NOW £2320**

31 Aug – 10 Sep: Komodo National Park (10 nights) NOW £2320**

11 Sep – 21 Sep: Komodo National Park (10 nights) NOW £2320**

S/Y Truk Siren – Micronesia

20 May – 30 May: Truk Lagoon (10 nights) NOW £2207**

31 May – 10 Jun: Truk Lagoon (10 nights) NOW £2207**

10 Jun – 20 Jun: Truk Lagoon (10 nights) NOW £2207**

29 Jun – 09 Jul: Truk Lagoon (10 nights) NOW £2207**

22 Jul – 01 Aug: Truk Lagoon (10 nights) NOW £2207**

12 Aug – 22 Aug: Truk Lagoon (10 nights) NOW £2207**

S/Y Palau Siren – Palau

03 Jul – 10 Jul: Palau Islands (7 nights) NOW £2056**

11 Jul – 17 Jul: Palau Islands (6 nights) NOW £1852**

25 Jul – 31 Jul: Palau Islands (6 nights) NOW £1852**

01 Aug – 11 Aug: Palau Islands (10 nights) NOW £2804**

12 Aug – 22 Aug: Palau Islands (10 nights) NOW £2804**

31 Aug – 10 Sep: Palau Islands (10 nights) NOW £2804**

S/Y Philippine Siren – Philippines

04 Jul – 10 Jul: Southern Visayas (6 nights) NOW £1495**

18 Jul – 24 Jul: Southern Visayas (6 nights) NOW £1495**

25 Jul – 04 Aug: Southern Visayas (10 nights) NOW £2090**

05 Aug – 15 Aug: Southern Visayas (10 nights) NOW £2090**

16 Aug – 26 Aug: Southern Visayas (10 nights) NOW £2090**

07 Sep – 17 Sep: Southern Visayas (10 nights) NOW £2090**

06 Oct – 16 Oct: Southern Visayas (10 nights) NOW £2459**

S/Y The Junk – Thailand

28 Feb – 06 Mar: Similan & Surin Islands (6 nights) NOW £663**

07 Mar – 13 Mar: Similan & Surin Islands (6 nights) NOW £663**

14 Mar – 20 Mar: Similan & Surin Islands (6 nights) NOW £663**

28 Mar – 03 Apr: Similan & Surin Islands (6 nights) NOW £663**

11 Apr – 17 Apr: Similan & Surin Islands (6 nights) NOW £663**

18 Apr – 24 Apr: Similan & Surin Islands (6 nights) NOW £663**

25 Apr – 01 May: Similan & Surin Islands (6 nights) NOW £663**

*Package price is subject to change due to fluctuations in flight prices. Final package price will be confirmed at time of booking. **Excludes flights (boat only price).

To book or for more info contact our EXPERT TRAVEL TEAM now on 01752 480808 or visit our website www.blueotwo.com

As the most popular tourist destination in Southeast Asia, Thailand is a notoriously beautiful country and boasts some of the best diving in the world. blue o two are proud to be able to offer diving liveaboards onboard the stunning S/Y The Junk in collaboration with Worldwide Dive and Sail to provide a truly unforgettable diving liveaboard holiday experience.

Thailand includes more than 2,500 Kilometres of coastline which plays host to sandy beaches, sheltered bays and idyllic islands. In the southeast of the country lie the stunning Similan and Surin islands, where diving is truly astounding. Hosting the new 4 and 6 night ‘Similan & Surin Islands’ itineraries, S/Y The Junk will highlight some of Thailand’s incredible underwater spectacles. Several species of shark can be found patrolling the waters of the Similans, manta rays are frequently sighted and whale sharks make an occasional appearance. There are plenty of smaller creatures too and on each dive, divers will discover several types of anemone fish, different species of ghost pipefish and seahorses as well as a fantastic array of molluscs.

Originally built in 1962, the 33m long S/Y The Junk underwent a complete overhaul in 1997 to prepare her as a liveaboard diving vessel. Welcoming up to 18 guests, but accommodating on average safaris 12-14 divers, S/Y The Junk features six air-conditioned and en-suite large cabins offering versatility for varying guest requirements. Cabins include two private double bed cabins, two triple cabins which can be converted into shared twins or private double cabins, as well as two cabins that can sleep up to four divers in bunks.

The spacious, air-conditioned saloon is exquisitely fitted with hand carved shelves, drawers and cabinets, behind which is hidden an expansive on board entertainment selection. Guests can choose from a library of books, videos and mini discs to entertain themselves with while out of the water. A large flat screen TV is perfectly positioned for optimal viewing while relaxing in the spacious saloon area. Alongside the decadent interior, the S/Y The Junk’s top sun deck offers stunning panoramic views of Thailand.

Company director, Jason Strickland says, “We are thrilled to be able to offer liveaboard diving holidays on board S/Y The Junk, expanding the worldwide destinations that blue o two is able to offer our clients. This joint venture with our partners is based on our extensive knowledge of diving liveaboards to ensure the highest quality standards. We look forward to welcoming you on board!”

For more information about S/Y The Junk or to book your place onboard today, please contact the blue o two team on +44 (0)1752 480808 or visit http://www.blueotwo.com