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MV Jovanna Liveaboard

also known as Mandarin Queen 9

5 Days – 4 Nights
Similan Liveaboard Diving
Thailand

Superior Class Liveaboard
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• Similan Islands •
• Koh Bon & Koh Tachai •
• Richelieu Rock •

Embark on MV Jovanna Liveaboard Thailand

Liveaboard diving in Thailand – Welcome aboard the MV Jovanna Liveaboard, your gateway to liveaboard diving adventures in the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock.

Launched in 2023, this brand-new 37-meter liveaboard boat offers a world of space and comfort as you embark on thrilling underwater exploration in the heart of Thailand’s most pristine marine environments and offering an unforgettable high-standing experience for diving enthusiasts.

Modern Elegance
MV Jovanna, also known as Mandarin Queen 9, is more than just a diving vessel; its top-notch design with modern elegance in mind offers an abundance of space and modern amenities, MV Jovanna stands out with its contemporary decor and a wealth of space, offering divers a great combination of comfort and style.

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Discover MV Jovanna Liveaboard Thailand

  • New and Modern: Launched in 2023, the MV Jovanna boasts the latest in maritime technology, offering a comfortable and liveaboard experience.
  • Luxurious Space: The MV Jovanna is designed with your comfort in mind. With its spacious layout and modern amenities, you’ll find ample room to relax and unwind between dives.
  • Liveaboard Experience: As a dedicated liveaboard vessel, the MV Jovanna offers great dive trips, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking underwater landscapes of the Andaman Sea.
  • Prime Destinations: Explore the wonders of the Similan Islands, where vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, and stunning seascapes await. Journey to Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock, known for their incredible biodiversity and world-class diving sites.
  • Dive Deck Excellence: The large and well-designed dive deck ensures you a safe, smooth, and enjoyable experience.
  • Indoor Comfort: Relax in the spacious and air-conditioned lounge area, equipped with entertainment options, including a TV Media and Game station.
  • Al Fresco Dining: Dine in style at the outdoor (shaded) dining area, where you can savor onboard freshly cooked Thai and Western meals while enjoying breathtaking sea views.
  • Photographer’s Paradise: We’ve set aside dedicated space for underwater photographers who capture the beauty of the deep.
  • Sundeck Bliss: Bask in the sun on the expansive sundeck, complete with a Jacuzzi for your relaxation.
  • Cabin Comfort: MV Jovanna features a range of cabins for your stay. On the main deck, choose from 2 Master and 6 Twin cabins, all simple yet optimized for your comfort. Each comes with air conditioning, large windows, and private bathrooms.
  • Lower Deck Retreat: On the lower deck, you’ll find 2 Master and 2 Twin cabins, designed with simplicity and comfort in mind. These cabins also include air conditioning and private bathrooms.

 

Book Your Liveaboard Diving Adventure Today
Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary liveaboard diving journey with the MV Jovanna? Book your trip now and experience the beauty of the Similan Islands and beyond like never before.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the underwater wonders of the Andaman Sea in style and comfort. Contact us today to reserve your spot on the MV Jovanna and dive into an adventure of a lifetime.

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MV Jovanna Liveaboard prices

Cabine TypeLengthPrice DiverNon-diver
Twin Cabin – Lower Deck5D/4N33,50031,000
Master Cabin – Lower Deck5D/4N34,50032,000
Twin Cabin – Main Deck5D/4N39,00036,500
Master Cabin – Main Deck5D/4N43,00040,500
Prices are in Thai Baht (THB) per person

Booking information

To book your MV Jovanna Liveaboard trip, we need 50% deposit for an early booking if more than 90 days before the trip departure and the balance to be paid 90 days before the trip departure. As soon as you confirm us the booking, you will receive a payment link that you can pay by credit and /or debit cards.

PRICE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

  • Transfers from Phuket area
  • Abundant Thai and European meals and snacks
  • Free flow of tea, fresh coffee and drinking water all day long
  • Fruits, Snacks and soft drinks
  • FREE Nitrox
  • Instructors 4-6:1 Ratio
  • Air tank, (DIN or INT valve)
  • Weights and weight belt
  • 2 Beach towels, 2 Small towels and toiletries
  • 24 Hour Medical Service

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

  • Similans Park Fees – 2,300 THB
  • Scuba equipment – 2,000 THB per set
  • 15L Tank – 300 Baht per day
  • Dive computer – 200 THB per day
  • Dive Torch – 200 THB per day

You need

  • Scuba diving Insurance – mandatory for diving cruises in national parks
  • Your certification card for scuba diving
  • Small amount of money for beer & extras…

Please note that the National Park Fee is set by the National Park and is subject to change without notice.
National Park fees are payable cash at your arrival on the boat.

To book your MV Jovanna Liveaboard diving holiday, please contact us to check availability. On receipt of your reservation request and if there is available cabin, we will hold the place for 48 hours. However, the booking will be final only after receipt of payment.

Be aware that this Liveaboard boat is in great demand. For Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year (February) periods – the boat is very often full over 6 monts in advance.

MV Jovanna Liveaboard schedule

DepartureReturnDestination 5 Days / 4 Nights
*** Mid May to Mid October - Similan Islands are closed ***
November 2023
03 Nov 202307 Nov 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
08 Nov 202312 Nov 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
13 Nov 202317 Nov 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
18 Nov 202322 Nov 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
23 Nov 202327 Nov 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
29 Nov 202303 Dec 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
December 2023
04 Dec 202308 Dec 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
09 Dec 202313 Dec 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
14 Dec 202318 Dec 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
19 Dec 202323 Dec 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
24 Dec 202328 Dec 2023Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
29 Dec 202302 Jan 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
January 2024
03 Jan 202407 Jan 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
08 Jan 202412 Jan 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
13 Jan 202417 Jan 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
18 Jan 202422 Jan 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
23 Jan 202427 Jan 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
28 Jan 202401 Feb 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
February 2024
02 Feb 202406 Feb 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
07 Feb 202411 Feb 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
12 Feb 202416 Feb 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
17 Feb 202421 Feb 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
22 Feb 202426 Feb 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
29 Feb 202404 Mar 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
March 2024
05 Mar 202409 Mar 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
10 Mar 202414 Mar 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
15 Mar 202419 Mar 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
20 Mar 202424 Mar 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
25 Mar 202429 Mar 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
31 Mar 202404 Apr 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
April 2024
05 Apr 202409 Apr 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
10 Apr 202414 Apr 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
15 Apr 202419 Apr 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
20 Apr 202424 Apr 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
25 Apr 202429 Apr 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
30 Apr 202404 May 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
May 2024
05 May 202409 May 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
10 May 202414 May 2024Similan, Koh Bon & Tachai, Richelieu Rock
*** Mid May to Mid October - Similan Islands are closed ***

MV Jovanna Liveaboard Itinerary

Liveaboard typical trip

Each trip is 5 days and 4 nights in length. Departure is from Tablamu Pier in Khao Lak after free scheduled transfers from around Phuket and Khao Lak. The diving starts at the Similan Islands, where there are colorful sloping reefs and the diving is enjoyable for all levels of diver.

MV Jovanna then sails north to Koh Tachai and Thailand’s best dive site Richelieu Rock. The final day is usually spent at Koh Bon before returning to Tablamu Pier for transfers to hotels.

Day 1 (Departure day)
16.00 -19.30 : Transfer to Tablamu Pier
20.00 : Arrival to MV Jovanna Liveaboard
20.30 : Cabin Allocation
21.00 : Boat Briefing
21.30 : Welcome Dinner and underway to Similan Island

DAY 2 to DAY 4
06.30 : Morning Call
07.30 : Dive Briefing & light breakfast
08.00 : Dive 1
09.00 : Breakfast
11.30 : Dive 2
12.30 : Lunch
15.00 : Dive 3
16.00 : Snacks
19.00 : Dive 4 – Sunset or Night Dive
20.00 : Dinner

DAY 5
06.30 :Morning Call
07.30 : Dive Briefing & light breakfast
08.00 : Dive 1
09.00 : Breakfast
11.30 : Dive 2
12.30 : Lunch
15.00 : Dive 3
16.00 : Return to Pier and disembark.
19.00 : Transfer to your Hotel.

Itinerary and Dive site could be flexible due the weather, currents, and interest.

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MV Jovanna Description

Cabins & Facilities

The MV Jovanna Liveaboard has a total of 12 cabins which can comfortably accommodate 24 guests. Specifically they are:

  • 2 Master cabins – queen size bed with en-suite bathroom on the main deck.
  • 4 Twins cabins – 2 bunk beds with en-suite bathroom also on the main deck.
  • 2 Master cabins – queen size bed with en-suite bathroom on the lower deck.
  • 4 Twins cabins – 2 bunk beds with en-suite bathroom also on the lower deck.

In each cabin you will find:

  • Drinking water
  • 2 beach towels and 2 small towels
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • 1 individual life jacket
  • International electric sockets

Facilities

  • Rest Rooms: 12 cabins with en-suite bathrooms – WC, wash basin, and hot shower
  • Outdoor facilities: Two showers located on the dive platform and 4 bathrooms.
  • Spacious upper and lower deck.
  • Spacious Sundeck with Jacuzzi
  • Entertainment: shaded entertainment area, TV / Video & Games
  • Rinse tanks are provided for the camera enthusiast.
  • 5 Meals per day – Thai and Western. Vegetarian and Vegan on request

Technical Description

  • Type: Marine grade steel mono hull
  • Length: 37 Meters
  • Beam: 7.8 Meters
  • Draft: 2.9 Meters
  • Engines: 2 x Hino 520HP
  • Generators: 3 x 110 kva, 1 x 15 kva
  • Cruising Speed : 8-11 Knots
  • Max Speed : 14 Knots
  • Compressors : 1 x Bauer, 1 x LW, 2 x Membranes SP Electric with Nitrox unit
  • Scuba tanks: 60 Aluminum Alloy Tanks, 8,12 and 15 liters with Yoke & DIN valves
  • Instrumentation: GPS Plotter, Depth Sounder, Cellular Phone, SSB Radio, AIS Marine
  • Freshwater: 24,000 Liters
  • Fuel : 15,000 Liters
  • Dinghy: Specially designed for divers 4.8 x 2.5 m with 2x 50 HP outboard
  • Safety: 2 x 24 passengers Life Rafts, full complement of life jackets. Fully equipped medic first aid station & oxygen .
  • Max. passenger: 24