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We provide independent information and booking services for liveaboard diving and sailing trips to the Similan Islands in Thailand, the Mergui Archipelago and Burma Banks in Myanmar (Burma) and the Andaman Islands in India.When planning a trip to the Andaman Sea you will encounter dozens of boats, hundreds of dive centres with one big question: "Which one is the right one for me?"
TDS is a lot more than just a dive centre, our team work on a vast array of liveaboards for many different companies every single day, so we are able to give you individual advice and provide first hand information whether you are looking for holiday diving, wanting to charter a boat for a dive club trip or simply for an afternoon out on the Islands.
Feel free to contact us if your plans are more ambitious, such as private charters, research trips, diving for the handicapped or if you're a professional underwater photographer in need of 'the shot'. We have over 11 years local experience and work only with reputable, environmentally friendly partners to ensure your perfect trip. We are happy to arrange your trip but you can also come dive with us on a liveaboard.
Rooted with a deep devotion to the Andaman region we also run our own community projects. SEE&SEA was founded by Thailand Dive and Sail in 2009 with the goal of improving the quality of life for local indigenous populations so we can work together to create a sustainable future for the area's environment through aid programs and educational projects.
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2012 SEE&SEA II APPEAL TO HELP THE MOKEN IN BURMA
In March 2012 Thailand Dive and Sail visited Ma Kyone Galet in the Mergui Archipelago for the second SEE&SEA Campaign to help the Moken in Burma. The Moken are listed in the bottom 5 poorest ethnic communities in the world. SEE&SEA was founded by Thailand Dive & Sail to help these people, rooted with a deep devotion to the Mergui Archipelago and determination to bring about environmental changes to the region.
2012 SEE&SEA II APPEAL TO HELP THE MOKEN IN BURMA
In March 2012 Thailand Dive and Sail visited Ma Kyone Galet in the Mergui Archipelago for the second SEE&SEA Campaign to help the Moken in Burma. The Moken are listed in the bottom 5 poorest ethnic communities in the world. SEE&SEA was founded by Thailand Dive & Sail to help these people, rooted with a deep devotion to the Mergui Archipelago and determination to bring about environmental changes to the region.
RECOMMENDED BOATS:
SY Diva Andaman
high-end Liveaboard | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Burma - Mergui Archipelago
Thailand - Koh Racha Noi
Thailand - Phi Phi Islands
Thailand - Koh Mai Phai
Thailand - Similan Islands
SY Diva Andaman offers outstanding journeys into the romantic past of the early 20th century, aboard a classic sailing yacht. During the tour you will appreciate our broad range of activities and be delighted by our fine Thai, Asian and international cuisines within the worldwide renowned Thai hospitality and sense of service. 35 meter length by 7 meter beam offers 7 comfortable cabins fully furnished with air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom and LCD screen. Her capacity of max 14 guests guarantees that each can have a real feeling of privacy anyplace aboard. Within the supplementary services offered aboard you will notably appreciate the traditional Thai massages, a relaxing moment with a cocktail as well as a selection of fine wines and Grands Crus.
Full specifications and photos of SY Diva Andaman
9day Burma Discovery Trips in February & March 2013
Similans - Richelieu Dive Cruise (5day/6night) 54,570THB
The Southern Islands (5day/4night) 48,310THB
Racha Marine Getaway (2day/1night) 17,980THB
Phi Phi Marine Getaway (2day/1night) 15,200THB
Phang Nga Bay Discovery Cruise (5day/4night) 38,500THB
MV Pawara
mid-range Liveaboard | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Thailand - Similan Islands
At 35 meters in length, the Pawara is by far one of the largest boats cruising in the Similans. Her all steel construction makes her safe and smooth, promising a relaxing ride throughout your trip. Each of her 10 double cabins features its own sink, toilet and shower for the ultimate in privacy and convenience. Each cabin also has its own air-conditioner, so you can adjust your cabin just how you like it.
Full specifications and photos of MV Pawara
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Standard Cabin - 27,700THB
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Deluxe Cabin - 29,700THB
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Master Cabin - 34,700 THB
TDS Longtail to Boonsung Wreck
budget Diving Day Trip | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Boonsung Wreck
With our own run longtail boat we offer outstanding (half-) day trips to the local Boonsung Wreck. These trips are perfect if you want to have a nice and relaxed day out with small groups, it almost turns out everytime to be a private tour, because we can go there with a minimum of two people. The price is 2.800,- THB per customer which gives you excellent diving without any hassle or inconvenience of daytrips with bigger companies for very small money.
Full specifications and photos of TDS Longtail to Boonsung Wreck
Boonsung Wreck 2 dives 2.800,-
Premchai & Seachart Wrecks on request
Deep Andaman Queen
mid-range Liveaboard | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Thailand - Similan Islands
Burma - Mergui Archipelago
The Deep Andaman Queen is a 28-meters long and just over 7-meters wide, twin-engine steel hull motor boat, with the highest safety standards on board. MV Queen Scuba was established in the year 2003, she operates in the Andaman Sea for Similan islands from October to May providing the best diving in Thailand with a comfortable capacity of 21 guests. From June to October 2010 onward, she operates inIndonesia, Bali, Komodo islands.
Full specifications and photos of Deep Andaman Queen
8day Burma Mergui Archipelago & Richelieu Rock 66.000,-THB
Similan & Surin Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Standard Quad Cabin - 29,000THB
Similan & Surin Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Standard Triple Cabin - 30,500THB
Similan & Surin Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Standard Twin Cabin - 32,000THB
Similan & Surin Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, VIP Cabin - 37,000THB
Similan & Surin Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Master Cabin - 44,000THB
The Junk
high-end Liveaboard | Phuket, Thailand
Destinations:
Thailand - Similan Islands
This luxury Chinese Sailing Junk is one of the most unique scuba diving Liveaboards in the world. This 30 meters, 140-ton three mast junk with 330 square meters of sails was build in 1962 for charcoal transportation the June Hong Chian Lee was part of a small merchant fleet that traded up and down the coastline from Burma to Malaysia. She was mainly used to transport mango wood charcoal till 1985 then she was restored and redesigned for the first time to serve as a classic yacht. In 1997 she changed owners and she was completely restored and set up as a liveaboard vessel. The June Hong is constructed mainly from a hard teak wood called Takien Tong .
Full specifications and photos of The Junk
5D/6N Phi Phi Islands, Racha Islands, Hin Deang/Muang 1.350-1.990 U$
5D/6N Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock and Surin Islands 1.350-1.990 U$
MV Hallelujah
mid-range Liveaboard | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Thailand - Similan Islands
M/V Hallelujah is a 35 m long steel boat covering the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock. She can take 24 divers in fully airconditioned twin or double bed cabins with ensuite facilities. A large salon, comfortable divedeck and spacious sundeck are what discerning divers are expecting.
Full specifications and photos of MV Hallelujah
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Twin Bed Bunk Cabin - 27,700THB
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, Double Queen Size Bed Cabin - 32,700THB
SY Oriental Siren
high-end Liveaboard | Phuket, Thailand
Destinations:
Burma - Mergui Archipelago
The 34 metre S/Y Oriental Siren is built from the finest Asian teak and ironwood. She is a traditional twin mast junk, rigged with traditional style sails that are both functional and beautiful. Thus she has been custom-made with all the luxury facilities for the modern diver. She was built in Thailand in 2008 and shall continue to sail the waters of the Andaman Sea. Aboard the S/Y Oriental Siren the crew welcomes up to 14 guests aboard each trip. This ensures abundant space for all guests. However, she has the facilities and ample room to host up to 16 guests on special charters.
Full specifications and photos of SY Oriental Siren
Andaman Islands 3.200,- EUR / 3.400,- EUR
Burma Mergui Archipelago 2.800,- EUR
Thailand Similan Islands 2.600,- EUR
MV Oktavia
mid-range Liveaboard | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Thailand - Similan Islands
Built in 2003, and modified and thoroughly refurbished in 2007, M/V OKTAVIA is now one of the best maintained and most comfortable ships cruising the Similan and Surin Islands. She is a big lady: 30m long and 6,5m wide, and weighing 149 tons. Her size and weight makes her sit very steady, even in choppy water. She has a wooden hull, which more effectively reduces engine noise.
Full specifications and photos of MV Oktavia
Similan Islands, 2 Days/2 Nights 13,800THB
Similan Islands, 3 Days/2 Nights 20,800THB
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights 22,700THB
Similan Islands, 5 Days/5 Nights 27,200THB
MV Giamani
mid-range Liveaboard | Phuket, Thailand
Destinations:
Thailand - Similan Islands
MV Giamani was built in 1998 to IMO standards, in 2007 Colona Liveaboards purchased MV Giamani to be able to offer a wider range of trips to guests. On board MV Giamani guest numbers are limited (16 people when utilising the triple share cabins and only 12 people with standard twin share) on each trip to ensure that there is always plenty of space for all guests onboard. Enjoy the air conditioned saloon for watching a movie, playing back your digital images from that day’s dives, or browse through our extensive library of marine books. The popular cushion relax area from MV Colona VI has been repeated on MV Giamani giving you plenty of space to read a book, enjoy the views and chat about the thrilling dives of that day.
Full specifications and photos of MV Giamani
2D/2N Cruise: Deluxe Cabin 18,600 THB - Standard Cabin 16,600 THB
4D/4N Cruise: Deluxe Cabin 37,200 THB - Standard Cabin 33,200 THB
6D/6N Cruise: Deluxe Cabin 55,800 THB - Standard Cabin 49,800 THB
8D/8N Andaman Islands, India: 96,000THB - 88,000 THB
Blue Dolphin
mid-range Diving Day Trip | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Koh Tachai & Koh Bon
Richelieu Rock
Similan Islands
Koh Bon
The Blue Dolphin, a brand new 43 foot triple engine speedboat, is a comfortable and very fast (only 1hr 10min to the furthest dive sites!) way to travel ensuring a relaxed day. You can sit in the shade or catch some on the front sundeck while keeping an eye out for real dolphins en route to the islands.
Full specifications and photos of Blue Dolphin
Similan Islands, 2 Dives - 5,600THB
Koh Bon & Koh Tachai, 2 Dives - 5,800THB
Richelieu Rock, 2 Dives - 6,000THB
MV Dolphin Queen
budget Liveaboard | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Burma - Mergui Archipelago
Thailand - Similan Islands
4 days & 4 nights Scuba Diving Safari aboard Similan liveaboard the m/v Dolphin Queen. There are 11 day dives, 3 night dives, each dive group is 4 divers to 1 PADI dive guide, this means a nice relaxed dive in a small group. Dive all the best major dive sites the Similan & Surin Marine National Park Islands and Richelieu Rock have to offer.
Full specifications and photos of MV Dolphin Queen
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, 4 bunk bed cabin on main deck - 18,800THB
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, twin bed cabin on main deck - 21,800THB
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, double bed cabin on main deck - 21,800THB
Similan Islands, 4 Days/4 Nights, double bed cabin on upper deck - 22,800THB
White Manta
mid-range Liveaboard | Khao Lak (Tap Lamu), Thailand
Destinations:
Thailand - Similan Islands
MV White Manta is a solid 36m steel long range diving support vessel. She is very stable, strong, and runs on twin 700hp Cummins engine. She carries 2x 450 liter L&W compressors; one with air cooler and a Nitrox membrane system. She also carried 20 ton of fresh water and 2 water makers. With 2 large support chase boats, you can be assured of your safety diving in strong current condition. Since her launch in April 2011 she continues to WOW new and existing guests alike with her space and comfort all around. While she is a new vessel her crew together for 5 years from her sister ship KM Black Manta. The NEW MV White Manta sleeps 24 guests in 12 cabins; 8x En-suite (double/ twin/ triple share) and 4x Standard (twin share with wash basin, shared bathrooms)
Full specifications and photos of White Manta
Standard Cabin Similan Islands 4day liveaboard 29.000,-THB
Deluxe Cabin Similan Islands 4day liveaboard 37.000,-THB
Master Cabin Similan Islands 4day liveaboard 39.000,-THB
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These guys are the real deal!
"Been traveling and diving all over the world, and I've never met so dedicated, friendly, funny and experienced divers as Ric & Clive. In depth knowledge of diving the Similans and the Mergui Archipelago (Burma), Clive and Ric will tailor your divetrip as you like it. Knows where to encounter the big stuff and where the good makro life is. Gained some valuable tips about UW photography as well, since they are both experienced UW photographers. On top of that they've got loads of good and funny dive stories that will keep you entertained on the surface. Can strongly recommend diving with TD&S! "
★★★★★ by Peter B 14.09.2011
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