MV Panunee

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Simply the best of everything

Learn more about the MV Panunee boat in our review

Run by 14 crew, this 32m-long liveaboard is delighted to give her 20 guests a regular 5 nights tour around Similan Islands.

MV Panunee dive boat review

MV Panunee Yacht is one of the most popular liveaboards in the Similan Islands for divers and underwater photographers due to her massive dive deck and platform, where toilet and hot water shower are available. There are also rinse tanks and a camera table.

There is a total of 11 cabins: 9 cabins with shared bathroom facilities and 2 cabins with a Queen bed and en-suite bathrooms and facilities.

You can check the availability and prices for this Boat here.

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You can spend time after your dives in the comfy saloon located on the main deck where you can be entertained all day through its TV, DVD and watch movies. You can also immerse yourself with lots of books not limited to fish ID and books with general interests.

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Food review

Although the menu onboard Panunee yacht is fixed, you can be assured that Thai, Japanese and international dishes are made from the freshest ingredients. They are served buffet style in the open-air dining area, with the help of some waitresses. Scuba Divers can also requests for A la carte-style catering.

On board facilities and services:

  • Nitrox available
  • 2 Motorized dive dinghies
  • 20m² Open-air shaded dining area
  • Bar
  • Drinking water dispenser
  • 35m² Sundeck with sun cushions

Budget Range/Rate: Starts at US$1,443 for 5 nights tour

Where does this liveaboard dive boat go?

Check out the fabulous places where this dive boat travels to.
Note: some destinations may not be listed below, please enquire for more details.

Similan Islands

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Great Biodiversity and fauna. Excellent chances to spot the giants Manta rays and Whale Sharks. Superb Scenery of tropical islands! Good spot for underwater photography.

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