Destinations
Loading...
MV Marco Polo dive boat review
The Marco Polo is a liveaboard of Thailand, offering 6 nights itineraries to the Similan Islands. Indeed, from November to April, you can embark on a scuba diving cruise taking you to the best of the Andaman Sea. Itineraries not only include the Similan Islands but also Surin Islands and Richelieu Rock.
.
Boat Cabins & Layout
The Marco Polo welcomes a maximum of 14 guests in 7 cabins. The twin or double cabins can have either a fan or air-conditioning, it’s your choice! Moreover, the cabin’s layout offers some flexibility as four cabins are twin shared, so featuring two bunk beds, and three cabins have a double bed, also featuring a bunk on top.
Toilets and showers are shared between the divers.
You can check the latest schedule & prices for this liveaboard here.
.
Marco Polo On-board’s Facilities
The Marco Polo features a roomy indoor lounge and dining area. It’s also where you will find refreshments and snacks available all day. Plus, there’s a sizable outdoor lounge and dine area with plenty of space for every body.
Furthermore, there is a partially shaded sun deck on the top deck. It’s definitely a great place to relax, enjoy the breeze and contemplate the ever changing views of the many archipelagos on your route! The Similan Islands will sure look good from up there!
.
.
Vessel Layout
.
Diving with the Marco Polo
The Marco Polo is all equipped for the safest Scuba diving operation. The size of the deck and the convenience of it’s layout makes it very polyvalent. Indeed, you can get your gear on and off without feeling cramped and there’s plenty of storage space.
Furthermore, one of the nicest addition to the boat are the 2 dive deck showers! Plus, the scuba diving platform is equipped with two ladders, making entries and exits easier!
Finally, the Marco Polo proudly boasts to have an “all smiles” professional crew which loves pampering customers! We bet you’re all set for a great week of diving!
Price stats at 1,121$US for 7 days – 6 nights – Similan/Surin/Richelieu Rock
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.
Khao Lak
Starting point of many liveaboards to dive the Similan and Surin Islands. Khao Lak has also good local diving sites.
Surin Islands
Large Pelagics, Manta rays and Whale Shark if you are lucky all in a superb remote area!
Similan Islands
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.
Phuket
Access to the best diving areas of the Andaman Sea and starting point of many liveaboards to Similans and Surin Islands! Good place for cheap diving courses.
Koh Phi Phi
Amazing Marine life in a very scenic surrounding. Perfect starting point to explore the world class dive sites of the Andaman Sea!
Koh Lanta
Excellent Marine life with good chances to spot Leopard sharks, Manta Rays and even a Whale Shark!
Koh Tao
Diving hub of Thailand to learn how to dive. Cheap and easy diving on a beautiful island.
Thailand
Thailand is renowned for its beautiful beaches and amazing dive sites. The country offers some of the best diving in the world with the famous Similan Islands and many other amazing spots like Koh Phi Phi and Ko Lanta islands in the Andaman sea.
- If you have been diving on board this liveaboard dive boat in Similan Islands & Surin Islands & Thailand, please share your review and let us know what you thought. Please post your comments in the review section below, by doing so you will help fellow divers to plan their next diving trip
.
Other Liveaboard Reviews in Similan Islands & Surin Islands & Thailand
Very nice crew, great food! The boat itself could use an upgrade but with the price, ones can’t complain! Diving the Similan was incredible and I’ve seen 3 whale sharks at richelieu rock… totally worth the 1000 bucks and beyond haha!
Happy bubbles!