Deep Andaman Queen

An Unforgettable 5 Days Aboard the Deep Andaman Queen I just returned from an incredible 5-day liveaboard adventure on the Deep Andaman Queen, and I can’t say enough wonderful things about this experience. From the moment we boarded to our final dive, every aspect of this trip exceeded my expectations. Steve - Our Course Director: Steve’s expertise and dedication to safety made all the difference. He meticulously planned each dive and delivered thorough, clear briefings that prepared us perfectly for what lay ahead. His attention to detail and unwavering focus on safety gave me complete confidence underwater. You could tell he genuinely cared about ensuring everyone had not just a fun experience, but a safe one. Nui - Our Exceptional Dive Guide: Nui went above and beyond in every way. Not only did she guide us expertly through each site, but she took extra time to help me develop new skills, patiently working with me even when it meant going out of her way. Her knowledge of the marine environment and her genuine enthusiasm for teaching made every dive a learning experience. I’m a better diver because of her. Max - Our Wonderful Steward/Barista: A special shout-out to Max, who greeted us after every single dive with the best coffee and an ever-present smile. There’s something truly special about surfacing from an amazing dive and being welcomed back with perfectly made coffee served with such genuine warmth. Max’s hospitality and attention to these small but meaningful details made every moment on board feel special. The Diving: The marine life encounters were absolutely breathtaking. We were treated to sightings of leopard sharks, bamboo sharks, massive schools of barracuda, jellyfish, and so much more. While every dive site was spectacular, Koh Haa holds a special place in my heart - the underwater landscape and marine diversity there were simply stunning. The Entire Crew: What truly made this trip special was the entire crew’s commitment to excellence. Captain Wat, Engineer Ran, Bom in housekeeping, Nong and Yik as dinghy captains, Nok and See in the galley - every single person demonstrated professionalism, warmth, and genuine hospitality. The food was delicious, the boat was immaculate, and every detail was attended to with care. You could feel that this crew works as a well-oiled team, and they clearly take pride in what they do. If you’re considering a liveaboard in the Andaman Sea, I cannot recommend the Deep Andaman Queen highly enough. The combination of world-class dive sites, incredible marine life, and an exceptional crew led by people like Steve and Nui creates an experience you’ll treasure forever. Thank you to everyone aboard for making this such a memorable adventure. I’ll definitely be back!

Where to start! As one of my first livaeaboard experiences, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect. Words can't adequately describe the awesomeness of the whole experience from the deliciously hearty and varied meals prepared by "See" and "Nok" , the ridiculously good diving led by superb instructors ("Ekk" led our team) who know those reefs like the back of their hand genuinely caring for their divers, and all of the ships' crew from the ship captain to dinghy captains, the deckhands helping with dive gear etc (assembly, cleaning, tank filling etc). The share cabins were air-conditioned, clean and comfortable, the schedule ran like clockwork and the boat is well equipped (onboard Nitrox, tools and various diving equipment) - it was just an amazing experience. Steve (with a dislocated shoulder) who orchestrated the whole trip with his team, is well versed on the plethora of marine life and as an instructor himself, has had literally 1000s of dives in the pristine Similans conservation area. A comprehensive briefing was delivered before each dive with the whole team to prepare - it all just flowed smoothly for each of the dives. I cannot recommend this experience enough and will be returning as soon as I can escape the clutches of reality!

Had a great experience in the Similan Islands with Deep Andaman Queen :) I really liked and aligned with the focus on safety and the clear dive briefings, typically shared by Steve. My group had the pleasure of diving with Ekk, who was awesome at taking our group thru fun swim-throughs, finding huge fish hunting action, and even spotting tiny macro critters for us to check out. Last but not least, the boat crew were super helpful and friendly, always around to assist us on the dive deck before and after our dives; and the food was always plenty and so delicious! Thank you so much for the wonderful experience 😊🙏