MV White Manta - Thailand Liveaboard
- Destination: Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock
- Trip Duration: 4 - 5 Day Cruises
- Total Dives: 14 - 18
- Total Guests: 24
- Nitrox: Yes
- Prices: from 29,000 Thai Baht per person
- Schedule and Prices
Completed in 2011 the MV White Manta will soon become one of the most recognized and beloved liveaboards in all of Southeast Asia. A sister ship to the ever popular Black Manta she embodies state of the art technology, a high standard of accommodation, and exceptional services from a highly experienced crew. At a massive 36 meters (119 ft.) long and 8 meters (26 ft.) wide she will accommodate a maximum of 24 guests in 12 cabins with a variety of classes from V.I.P. to Standard.
As you would expect from a Manta fleet liveaboard the White Manta combines high standards, the best diving available, and the unique flavor of outstanding Thai services for the diving holiday of a lifetime. Join the White Manta for her first season in the Similan Islands. A Dive Adventures Asia Top Pick!
Photo Gallery | Prices and Cabin Selection | How to Get There | Schedule 2012 - 2013 | Itinerary | Boat Layout
A Cabin For Everyone
With 12 tastefully decorated cabins in a variety of configurations everyone is guaranteed a good nights sleep aboard the White Manta. All cabins are very well laid out, roomy and spacious, and have either picture or porthole windows for added natural light. Choose from V.I.P., Deluxe, or Standard Class Cabins. Both the V.I.P. and Deluxe Cabins offer en-suite toilet and shower, while the Standard Cabins share 5 common bathrooms.
White Manta Offers Three Different Classes of Cabins: 4 V.I.P. Cabins with King Size Bed (Upper and Main Deck), 4 Deluxe Cabins - 1 with a Queen Size Bed and 3 with Twin Beds (Main Deck), 4 Standard Cabins with Twin Beds (Lower Deck).
Each Cabin Features all the Comforts of Home:
- Individually Controlled Air-Conditioning
- Private Bathroom and Toilet with Hot / Cold Water Walk In Shower (V.I.P. and Deluxe Cabins Only)
- Hand Basin and Bathroom Counter Space
- Toiletries and Towels
- Bed Linens
- Bed Side Reading Lamp
- Wardrobe and Shelves
- Vanity Mirror
- 2 pin 220V electricity (bring and international adaptor)
- Luggage Space
With three cabin classes to choose from the White Manta is truly a liveaboard for divers on any budget. All cabins are of the same high standards, with the V.I.P and Deluxe Cabins offering en-suite facilities and a bit more space.
Entertainment, Dining, and Common Areas
The White Manta is massive so it is always easy to find a place to be alone or spend some time with your fellow divers. For relaxing after dives or in the evening the interior air-conditioned saloon is as charming and luxurious as the guest cabins. Most everything in the saloon area is constructed of or finished in asian hard woods giving it a warm and classic feeling. There is a video and entertainment system for your use, and a library of marine and general interest books. Kick back relax and soak in the ambiance.
On the upper deck there is great area for enjoying a morning sea breeze and a cup of coffee before diving, improving your tan lines, or enjoying the sunset with a cocktail or two. Grab a friend enjoy the magnificent view of the Andaman Sea!
Meals are served buffet style offering a delicious selection of Asian and International cuisine. In between meals high energy snacks are provided to maintain your power for diving and the adventures of the day. When the diving day is over it's time to sit down for dinner in the main deck dining area and enjoy a broad range of wonderful international dishes a wonderful glass of wine, or an ice cold beer! With an indoor and outdoor dining area your sure to get a seaside view.
Signature Amenities:
- Twice Daily Cabin Cleaning
- Fresh Warm Towels After Diving
- Bath Towels in the Cabins
- Fruit and Warm Drinks After Each Dive
- Nespresso Coffee Machine
- 5 Meals Daily
- Free Flowing Hot Beverages
As an added bonus to the luxurious space and comfort provided onboard the White Manta there is also massage service available for nominal fee. Treat yourself you deserve it!
Top of PageA Spacious Dive Deck and Nitrox
The dive deck is spacious and well designed with air fills done for you after every dive. Put your gear together at the beginning of the trip and forget about it. The helpful deck crew will assist you as you giant stride off of the dive platform, and again when you surface and return from your diving.
The White Manta is equipped with a complete Enriched Air Nitrox blending station so you certified nitrox divers can make the most of your bottom time. If your not yet nitrox certified then take advantage of this opportunity to get your certification and start enjoying longer dive time in deeper water.
MV White Manta Liveaboard Gallery
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Indoor Saloon & Dining |
Huge Dive Deck |
V.I.P. Cabin Main Deck |
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Deluxe Twin Cabin Main Deck |
Beautiful Bathrooms |
Standard Twin Cabin |
MV White Manta Liveaboard Prices and Cabin Selection 2012 - 2013
Destination |
V.I.P. Cabin |
Deluxe Cabin |
Standard Cabin |
Total Dives |
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| Similan Islands and Richelieu 4D/4N | 39,000 Thai Baht |
37,000 Thai Baht |
29,000 Thai Baht |
14 |
| Similan Islands and Richelieu 5D/5N | 49,000 Thai Baht |
47,000 Thai Baht |
36,000 Thai Baht |
18 |
Liveaboard Trip Prices Include: all prices are per person and include accommodation on board, all meals, most drinks (drinking water, coffee, tea, etc.), professional dive master services, scuba tanks, weights, weight belt, air, and up to 4 dives per day. We also include hotel transfers from Patong Beach, Kata Beach, and Karon Beach on the day of departure.
Additional Charges: Equipment rental and national park fees are not included in the above prices and can be paid for upon arrival. Equipment rental is generally 600 Thai Baht per day. for a full set of equipment, depending on availability. Park fees in Thailand are 800 Thai Baht for entry and 200 Thai Baht per day. PADI diving courses and alcoholic beverages will also be paid for on the boat.
How to Get There: With so many international air carriers flying directly into Phuket, or the capital city of Bangkok, Thailand there is no need to book your liveaboard trip as part of a package deal and pay hidden fees. The most cost effective way to dive the Similans is to pick a liveaboard of interest and then book your flights directly to Phuket International Airport or Bangkok, Thailand. Transfers to Phuket or Khao Lak from Bangkok by bus or air are abundant and also easy to schedule. After arriving you will be greeted at your hotel in Phuket or Khao Lak on the day of the liveaboard departure and transferred to your liveaboard, its that easy!
There are direct flights from Europe, Asia, and the United States. If your flying from the U.S. the most direct route is to fly to Bangkok and connect with a flight to Phuket.
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Top of PageMV White Manta Liveaboard Cruise Schedule Thailand 2012 - 2013
November 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Total Dives | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WMT |
09-Nov |
13-Nov |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT1 |
14-Nov |
18-Nov |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT2 |
19-Nov |
23-Nov |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT3 |
24-Nov |
28-Nov |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT4 |
29-Nov |
03-Dec |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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December 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Total Dives | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WMT5 |
04-Dec |
08-Dec |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT6 |
09-Dec |
13-Dec |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT7 |
14-Dec |
18-Dec |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT8 |
19-Dec |
23-Dec |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT8A |
24-Dec |
29-Dec |
5 D / 5 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
18 |
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WM8B |
30-Dec |
04-Jan |
5 D / 5 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
18 |
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January 2013
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Total Dives | Prices |
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WMT9 |
05-Jan |
09-Jan |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT10 |
10-Jan |
14-Jan |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT11 |
14-Jan |
17-Jan |
3 D / 3 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT13 |
25-Jan |
29-Jan |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT14 |
30-Jan |
03-Feb |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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February 2013
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Total Dives | Prices |
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WMT15 |
04-Feb |
08-Feb |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT16 |
09-Feb |
13-Feb |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT17 |
14-Feb |
18-Feb |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT18 |
19-Feb |
23-Feb |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT19 |
24-Feb |
28-Feb |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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March 2013
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Total Dives | Prices |
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WMT20 |
01-Mar |
05-Mar |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT21 |
06-Mar |
10-Mar |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT22 |
11-Mar |
15-Mar |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT23 |
16-Mar |
20-Mar |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT24 |
21-Mar |
25-Mar |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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WMT25 |
27-Mar |
31-Mar |
4 D / 4 N |
Similan Islands - Richelieu Rock |
14 |
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Top of PageMV White Manta Liveaboard Itinerary
The itinerary of the White Manta is meant to deliver the best diving of the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock within the time allotted for the liveaboard cruise. Her schedule will consist of 4 Day and 4 Night cruises to the best dive sites in Thailand (Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock).
Sample Itinerary
Day of Departure (First evening on the White Manta)
- 17:00 - 17:45: Phuket Hotels Pick Up
- 17:45 - 18:15: Phuket International Airport
- 18:45 - 19:15: Khao Lak area
- 19:00 - 20:00 Arrive Thap Lamu Pier
- 20:00 - 20:30 Depart for the Similan Islands
- 21:00 - 22:00 Welcome Drinks, Boat Briefing, Staff Introduction, Cabin Allocation, Welcome Dinner
Diving Days 1 thru 3, or 1 thru 4 (Depending on the length of the Cruise)
- 3 to 4 Dives per Day
Day of Arrival ( Last Day on the MV White Manta)
- 07:00 - 12:00 2 Dives
- 12:00 - 12:30 Depart for Thap Lamu Pier
- 15:00 - 15:30 Disembark the White Manta
- 16:30 - 17:30 Transfer to Hotel, Airport, or Dive Shop
Note: This does not represent an exact itinerary, it is approximate only. Every cruise is different. Itineraries depend on current conditions, time of year, weather, currents, captain, cruise director, and guest preferences. We do our best to put you at the best sites possible on every dive.
We take no responsibility for scheduling or itinerary changes due to changing weather, political situations, natural disasters or other events beyond our control. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any kind of trip you do anywhere in the world. We also recommend that you have DAN or other diving accident insurance up to date and current in case of an unanticipated evacuation or other treatment that may not be covered by your regular insurance.
Top of PageMV White Manta Liveaboard Layout
Upper Deck
Wheel House - (C1, C2) V.I.P. Cabins En Suite - Indoor Saloon - Indoor Dining Area - Outdoor Dining Area
Main Deck
(C3, C4) V.I.P. Cabins En Suite - (C5, C6, C7, C8) Deluxe Cabins En-Suite
Toilets - Storage -Dive deck - Dive platform
Lower Deck
(C9, C10, C11, C12, C13, C14) Standard Cabins - Crew Cabins - Fuel - Generators - Engines
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