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!

If you are an experienced diver, absolutely DO NOT HESITATE to book the south trip with Deep Andaman Queen. Seriously. This trip is fantastic. From the very first email everything just clicks. Communication beforehand is spot on, the hotel pickup is right on time with a super friendly driver, the welcome at the pier feels warm and relaxed, and the boat briefing is clear, structured, and actually enjoyable to listen to. Once on board, it only gets better. The rooms are spacious, the bathrooms are too which is always a win on a liveaboard, Max the barista serves genuinely great coffee, breakfast is well prepared, and the dive briefings are clear, professional, and packed with useful tips. The diving equipment is in good condition, the reefs in the south are in excellent shape, and the crew is incredibly helpful. They will do everything possible to get you into the water and safely back on board with a big smile. And yes, there is a lot of food. And yes, it is delicious. Very delicious. Did I mention there is a lot of it 😉 The only reason I recommend this south trip mainly for slightly experienced divers is the current. It can be strong at times. Less experienced divers might not enjoy that as much, but that really comes down to personal preference. If you like exciting dives and healthy reefs, this trip delivers. And finally, a massive thank you to the people who made this trip so special. Thank you Captain Wat for bringing us to all these amazing places. Thank you Engineer Ran for keeping us safe. Thank you Max for being an amazing barista and caffeine hero. Thank you Bom for keeping my room spotless. Thank you Nong and Yik for being awesome dinghy drivers. Thank you Nok and See for the fooooooood. Thank you Steve for being a great boat director. Thank you Alena for not releasing your dragons 😉 Thank you Nui, Fred, Yui, Nin and Vlad for being great dive guides underwater. And thank you Will for being the leader of Team Awesome! Honestly, this crew turns a great dive trip into an unforgettable one.

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!