MV Manta Queen 2 is always among our most popular boats, and all our MQ2 guests come back with big smiles on their faces. This 23-metre diving safari boat can take up to 20 guests in air-conditioned comfort. Although most of Manta Queen 2’s guests are experienced divers, newer divers can also join these 3-day 11-dive cruises to Thailand’s very best dive sites.
Most Thailand diving safaris are 4 days in length and first sail to the Similan Islands, then move north to Koh Bon, Koh Tachai & Richelieu Rock. But Manta Queen 2 goes directly to these ‘northern sites’ to give the maximum time underwater at the best dive spots in Thailand. Each trip starts at Koh Bon, famous for Manta Rays, then sails up to Koh Tachai, with its wonderful marine life & reef. Finally, divers get plenty of time at Richelieu Rock, which is regarded as the best dive site in Thailand. On the final day, Manta Queen 2 stops off again at Koh Bon, then a local wreck before returning to the pier.
Manta Queen 2 has three cabin types, all of which are air conditioned, clean and comfortable. There are three double-bed cabins for couples, five twin-bed cabins if you want a bed to yourself but not share with too many others, and a four-bunk shared cabin for those who want the lowest-price Richelieu Rock diving experience. The four-bunk cabin is also great for a family or group of friends.
Great food is served buffet style throughout the day, and there are snacks and fruits, as well as soda, tea, coffee & drinking water all for free. The dive staff & boat crew take great care of the guests, with regards to safety, advice, diving, dive gear, food, and lots of sociable fun. Manta Queen 2 really is the ideal diving boat for divers with some experience who want to enjoy the best diving in Thailand without spending more time or money than necessary. Free local transfers are also included. MQ2 has Free Wi-Fi but this is dependent on the cellular signal, and due to MQ2's itinerary to remote locations the signal is not available all the time.
Manta Queen 2's itinerary goes directly to the 'Northern Dive Sites' of Koh Bon, Koh Tachai & Richelieu Rock. There is no beach visit at these areas, because Koh Bon has no beach, Koh Tachai's beach is currently closed to the public, and Richelieu Rock has no land at all.
The boat departs in the evening, and guests are served a light meal on board. Diving begins the next morning at Koh Bon.
There are four dives for each of the first two days, then three dives on the third/final day. Koh Tachai & Richelieu Rock are not suitable for night diving, but are perfect for day and sunset dives. Therefore, MQ2 trips normally do not have a night dive.
MQ2 gets back to Khao Lak in the late afternoon and guests are first taken back the dive centre to 'check out.'
The itineraries below are the most-common for each trip, but these can sometimes be changed for a number of reasons. Small changes are made due to weather & sea conditions, special marine life sightings, overcrowded dive sites, local-authorities' instructions, and the needs & requests of the paying guests. The safety & comfort of all guests is most important at all times.
The Manta Queen team use several minivans to collect divers from their hotels and from Phuket airport. Each minivan is prepared with a set route, times and guest numbers.
Those staying in Khao Lak can come to the dive centre, or have free scheduled transfers on departure day (4.00-4.30pm).
Manta Queen 2's Phuket guests are collected for free at set times during the afternoon.
Everyone is normally taken to the PADI dive centre first to sign a few forms, make final balance payments, and fit any rental equipment. But since Covid-19 the team sometimes takes divers directly to the boat.
At the end of the MQ2 trip, everyone is usually taken back to the dive centre, then transferred to their chosen resort or hotel.
Guests who are unable to meet the scheduled pick ups or would like private transportation are welcome to contact us to arrange a private taxi at the most competitive rates.
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MV Manta Queen 2 Reviews
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MV Manta Queen 2
Robert
Nationality: British
Dived: 06 February 2024
Boat rating: 9/10
The trip was excellent. The Thai Crew were superb, the Chef and assistant Chef produced really good food and could not go out of their way to help. The dive sites were varied but mainly excellent, a night dive would have been good seeing we stayed in a suitable location until the early hours before moving on although I knew one wasn’t in the schedule when I booked.
Philippe et Nadine
Nationality: French
Dived: 16 January 2024
Boat rating: 10/10
Cher équipage du bateau Manta Queen 2,
Je tiens à exprimer toute ma gratitude à chacun d'entre vous pour l'expérience extraordinaire que vous nous avez offerte lors de notre croisière plongée dans les îles Similan. Votre dévouement et votre professionnalisme ont rendu ce voyage inoubliable. Un remerciement tout particulier à notre guide de palanquée, Steven, qui a su partager avec nous des moments exceptionnels so
us l'eau. Ces souvenirs resteront gravés à jamais.
Avec mes plus sincères remerciements,
Philippe et Nadine. France
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David
Nationality: American
Dived: 26 December 2023
Boat rating: 9/10
Great crew and very clean accommodations. The cooking crew was fantastic! Highly recommend this Dive Company. The boat was not overloaded with a bunch of Divers when compared to the other boats that we saw on the dive sites that were into the numbers.
Be
Nationality: American
Dived: 26 December 2023
Boat rating: 9/10
There are so many great things about this boat. Great dive experiences aren’t always about the dives (which were amazing) but about the Captain and crew who support the dive staff. We were welcomed and instantly warmed by the hospitality. The boat guys anticipated all our needs - they were intuitive and made the dives seem less. Easy entry and exits into the water despite high seas. The kitchen ladies had warm lemon water av
ailable after every dive and cooked us a feast - I think we ate as much as we were in the water! Food was delicious! The boat was clean. The rooms were comfortable. Our dive guide was superb.
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위스퍼
Nationality: South Korean
Dived: 02 December 2022
Boat rating: 9/10
많은 사람들과 다이빙을 하 수 있다는 것이 너무나 즐거웠다. 3일이면 질리지 않고 딱 적당한 리브어보드 일정이라 생각한다. 날씨가 살짝 좋지 않았지만, 마지막날 되게 좋아서 인상 깊었다. 시밀란 리브어보드는 또 올 생각이 있다. 만타퀸2 리브어보드도 되게 만족했다.
Mappy
Nationality: Japanese
Dived: 25 February 2021
Boat rating: 9/10
This was second time to join live a board.Dive point was great as usual.Guide, Boat staffs was kind.Clean Boat, I was satisfied with this trip. And I appreciate Jamie to support us.Thank you for your kind support!
EUNSOON
Nationality: South Korean
Dived: 17 February 2020
Boat rating: 8/10
It was nice team :)
Debbie
Nationality: Hong Kongese
Dived: 17 February 2020
Boat rating: 9/10
My first Liveaboard trip on Manta Queen 2 is great! 3D3N was just good for me. My double room was in good size and clean. Every room has air-conditioner. Food and snacks were good. You would never feel hungry. Thanks Chef P’Tip! The boat crews were friendly and helpful and the dive team was professional. Thanks “No Troubles, Just Bubbles” Jamie for the booking arrangement. The beach towel was really useful throughout the
whole trip.
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Alexis
Nationality: Malaysian
Dived: 28 January 2020
Boat rating: 7/10
MQ II was a great choice as a first Liveaboard! 3D3N was just nice, not too short, not too long.
KSA was professional and well organized. Food was fantastic. Cabin was small but acceptable, clean and functional. Dive crew was friendly and helpful, Thai boat crew was helpful and accommodating.
Dive sites. Richelieu Rock is world class. Other sites like Koh Bon and Koh Tachair were good... in terms of sites, we dove the sa
me spot at Koh Tachai 3x. Phratong wreck and BoonSung wreck couldnt comment more, visibility was just 1-3m which was beyond anyone's control. No mantas and whalesharks unfortunately. Most dives averaged 30-40mins, quite short I would say, but we were deep and fighting currents.
Booking with NTJB was simply the best move. Jamie was responsive. He got in touched with me one month, one week, one day, one hour prior to the trip and that was really reassuring. The huge towel was really useful throughout the whole trip and were used for all 11 dives we made! Highly recommend NTJB ;)
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Nalinpat
Dived: 16 February 2019
Boat rating: 10/10
The boat is awesome. All thai crews are very fantastic. Food is healthy and tastes good. I enjoy the most with the Richelieu Rock, which is undeniable of one of the best dive site in the world.
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Manta Queen 2 has three cabin types, all of which are air conditioned, clean and comfortable. There are three double-bed cabins for couples, five twin-bed cabins if you want a bed to yourself but not share with too many others, and a four-bunk shared cabin for those who want the lowest-price Richelieu Rock diving experience. The four-bunk cabin is also great for a family or group of friends.
