Basic Boat Info
Liveaboard Description
MV Koon 9
The MV Koon 9 is an impressive liveaboard vessel for scuba diving in the Similan Islands and Richelieu Rock. With its substantial size of 52 meters in length and 10.5 meters in width, it provides ample space for the comfort and convenience of its guests. Despite its guest capacity of 40 divers, it seems to prioritize a spacious and relaxing atmosphere.
Here are some key features of the MV Koon 9:
- Size: At 52 meters long and 10.5 meters wide, it is indeed a substantial liveaboard vessel.
- Spaciousness: The boat offers plenty of room for all guests to relax on board, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
- Dive Deck: The vast dive deck provides ample space for divers to gear up and prepare for their underwater adventures in the crystal-clear Andaman Sea.
- Cabin Comfort: There are eight twin cabins on each side, and at the front of this main deck there are four double-bed cabins. All the cabins are air conditioned, and have a private en suite bathroom.
- Itinerary Options: The MV Koon 9 offers a range of itineraries, making it a versatile choice for scuba divingor snorkelling enthusiasts. Whether you’re interested in exploring the Similan Islands or Richelieu Rock, it seems to have you covered.
- Capacity: With a guest capacity of 40 divers, the boat can accommodate a sizable group of underwater enthusiasts.
Overall, the MV Koon 9 appears to be a well-equipped and spacious liveaboard vessel that caters to divers looking to explore the stunning underwater world of the Andaman Sea, particularly in the Similan Islands and Richelieu Rock areas. Its amenities and range of itineraries make it a convenient and comfortable choice for diving enthusiasts.
Diving schedule
Dive 1 | Dive 2 | Dive 3 | Dive 4 | |
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Sunday | 7:00am Richelieu Rock | 10:00am Richelieu Rock | 13:30 am Richelieu Rock | 16:00am Pakkard Bay |
Monday | Pineapple Bay | Turtle Bay | Torinlla | Chongkad |
Tuesday | Surin Islands | Richelieu | Richelieu | Richelieu rock /Surin Islands |
Wednesday | Tachai Pinnacle | Ko Bon | Koh Bon | Koh Bon |
Thursday | Honeymoon Bay | Hideaway Bay | West of Eden | Stonehenge |
Friday | Elephant Head | 3 trees | North Point | Turtle bay |
Saturday | Koh Bon | Koh Tachai | Koh Tachai | Tachai Pinnacle |
Duration | Price | NPF Diver | Equip | Total |
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Day trip – 2 Dives | 4,400 /4,600 | 700 | 600 | 6,600 / 6,800 |
2D/1N – 6 Dives | 16,900 | 900 | 1,200 | 19,000 |
2D/2N – 7 Dives | 18,900 | 900 | 1,200 | 21,000 |
3D/2N – 10 Dives | 20,900 | 1,600 | 1,800 | 24,300 |
4D/3N -13 Dives | 24,900 | 1,800 | 2,400 | 27,100 |
4D/4N – 15 Dives | 27,500 | 1,800 | 2,400 | 31,700 |
5D/4N – 18 Dives | 32,500 | 2,000 | 3,000 | 37,500 |
5D/5N – 19 Dives | 34,500 | 2,000 | 3,000 | 39,500 |
Park fees depend on how many times you enter the Similan or Surin island National park
Every Wednesday the Mv Koon9 comes back close to the mainland to receive supplies. Leaves that night at 10:00pm
Snorkeling Schedule
Duration | SNK | NPF |
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Day trip | 3,500 | 500 |
2D/1N | 13,900 | 500 |
2D/2N | 15,900 | 500 |
3D/2N | 16,900 | 1000 |
3D/3N | 18,900 | |
4D/3N | 19,900 | |
4D/4N | 22,000 | |
5D/4N | 26,000 |
Included
Excluded
Cabins
Sunscreen
Marine Park fees for Similan & Surin Islands
Complete set of quality diving or Snorkeling equipment
Transfers from hotel on departure and arrival back to your hotel
All meals, snacks and fruit
Drinking water, tea and coffee
Professional dive guides
Dive groups of 4
Dive computer (300 THB per day)
15 litre dive tank (150 THB per day)
Nitrox (150 THB per dive)
Beers
- Cabin Comfort: All cabins on board are en suite, meaning they have private bathrooms for added convenience. Large windows likely offer beautiful ocean views, and the inclusion of smart TVs can provide entertainment during downtime.
Only coral-friendly, biodegradable sunscreens are allowed in the Similan and Surin National Parks.