
Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“This was an unforgettable and value-for-money trip. This was joyful and amazing diving trip. Both dive guides and both crews have demonstrated their professionalism and friendliness during the whole journey. The boat was clean and comfortable. Regarding to the food and drinks onboard, western style breakfast and Thai style lunch and dinner were provided. Moreover, different kind of drinks were also provided. Overall, they have shown outstanding arrangement and management in this trip.”
Recommended for: Performance of dive guides. Friendly crew services. Delicious food and drinks onboard.
Customer Review By Kin Sang Y, from: Hong Kong scored the Bavaria Liveaboard 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 107 reviews and information click here: Bavaria Liveaboard .
Is The Bavaria Liveaboard Right For You?
Quick Facts about the Bavaria Liveaboard
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✓ The Bavaria Liveaboard Is Best For:
- ✓Intermediate divers looking to build experience
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ The Bavaria Liveaboard Is Not Ideal For:
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
- ✗Divers seeking extreme or technical diving challenges
The Bavaria Liveaboard Is Perfect If You Want...
- •Similan Islands diving
- •Whale shark encounters at Richelieu Rock
- •Manta ray cleaning stations
- •Budget-friendly Southeast Asian diving
The Bavaria Liveaboard scores 5/10 on the boat features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bavaria Liveaboard it scored 5/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Boat Features, as it has 5 of the 10 key boat features (see below).
The Bavaria Liveaboard has audio and video entertainment in the lounge for you to relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives or in the evenings.
In addition, it has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media or upload your latest pictures and videos during your dive trip.
Below is the full list of 10 key boat features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 5 of the 10 key features.
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Smart Voyager accreditation
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Boat FAQs for the Bavaria Liveaboard
Does the Bavaria Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
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Is the Bavaria Liveaboard family friendly?
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Does the Bavaria Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- You will need to bring your own beach and deck towels for your trip on the Bavaria liveaboard, as they are not provided onboard. Click Beach Towels or Deck Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The Bavaria liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which incurs an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip.
- The Bavaria liveaboard also includes environment tax, fuel surcharge, and port fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- The Bavaria liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Bavaria liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include national park fees.
- The Bavaria liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The Bavaria liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 12 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Bavaria liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Thailand’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
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The Bavaria Liveaboard scores 5/10 on the cabin features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bavaria Liveaboard it scored 5/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Cabin Features, as it has 5 of the 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Bavaria Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable if you want to relax in your cabin between dives, and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as complimentary toiletries and daily housekeeping, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to your diving trip.
Below is the full list of 10 key cabin features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 5 of the 10 key features.
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Cabin FAQs for the Bavaria Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Bavaria Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Bavaria Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Bavaria Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Bavaria Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Bavaria Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Bavaria Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Bavaria Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Bavaria Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
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The Bavaria Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 4 Double cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 2 Twin cabins with shared bathrooms
- 6 Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
The Bavaria Liveaboard scores 10/10 on the diving features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bavaria Liveaboard it scored 10/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Diving Features, as it has 10 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Bavaria Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses onboard, so you can update or advance your diver certification whilst you are on your liveaboard trip. In addition, The Bavaria Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. What’s more, Photographers are looked after, with a separate rinse for underwater cameras.
After a dive you can rinse off using warm outside showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater. You’ll also find DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Bavaria Liveaboard. Also, Sidemount diving is supported on the Bavaria Liveaboard, which is useful if you prefer to carry cylinders on your side.
On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun. Plus, The Bavaria Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind. On top of that, Nitrox is available onboard as a paid extra, so you can choose to dive with nitrox on the dives that matter most. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
Below is the full list of 10 key diving features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 10 of the 10 key features.
Diving FAQs for the Bavaria Liveaboard
Does the Bavaria Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Bavaria Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Bavaria Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Does the Bavaria Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Bavaria Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Bavaria Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Bavaria Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Bavaria Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Bavaria Liveaboard
The Bavaria Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 3-5 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Bavaria liveaboard are currently: 4 Days/3 Nights, 7 Days/6 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Bavaria liveaboard offers diving insurance, which is an optional extra charge. Click Diving insurance to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, diving insurance.
- The Bavaria liveaboard offers a private dive guide, which is an optional extra charge. Click Private dive guide to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, a private dive guide.
- The Bavaria liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, and in particular a nitrox course, which are an optional extra charge. Click Scuba diving courses or Nitrox course to find other liveaboards that offer scuba courses onboard.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
List of Thailand dive sites visited by the Bavaria Liveaboard
We do not yet have region and dive site data set up for Thailand.
The Bavaria Liveaboard scores 8/10 on the food features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bavaria Liveaboard it scored 8/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating For Food Features, as it has 8 of the 10 total key food and dining features (see below).
The Bavaria Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements and you can add these in special requests on step two of the booking form. But you are requested to limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies. It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu, so if you are a vegetarian or vegan you’ll definately not go hungry on your dive trip. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy sea views and ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard.
What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
Below is the full list of 10 key food features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 8 of the 10 key features.
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Dining FAQs for the Bavaria Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Bavaria Liveaboard offer?
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Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Does the Bavaria Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
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What cuisine is served on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Dining and food information:
- Meals are served buffet style on the Bavaria Liveaboard.
The Bavaria Liveaboard scores 9/10 on the drinks & refreshments SDE Liveaboard Rating
BelowWhen I reviewed the Bavaria Liveaboard it scored 9/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating For Drinks and Refreshment Features, as it has 9 of the 10 total key drink and refreshment features (see below). In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, and tea & coffee in the trip price.
Below is the full list of 10 key drinks & refreshments features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 9 of the 10 key features.
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Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Bavaria Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
The Bavaria Liveaboard scores 2/10 on the non-diver companion SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bavaria Liveaboard it scored 2/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 2 of the 10 total key non-diver companion features (see below).
The Bavaria Liveaboard is suitable for non-divers, with activities such as snorkelling. These keep everyone involved between dives and make the trip enjoyable for partners or friends who prefer to stay above the surface. In addition, Snorkel gear is available on the Bavaria Liveaboard, perfect for relaxed reef time between dives and for non-divers to join in the water.
Below is the full list of 10 key non-diver companion features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 2 of the 10 key features.
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Non-Dive Companion FAQs for the Bavaria Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is the Bavaria Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Bavaria Liveaboard
When I reviewed the Bavaria Liveaboard it scored 2/5 on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 2 of the 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Bavaria Liveaboard offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, helping to keep salt, sand and defog from dive gear away from your delicate housings and ports.
In addition, it has free WiFi internet onboard, which makes it easier to back up RAW files to the cloud and share images with friends and family while you are at sea.
Below is the full list of 5 key underwater photographer features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 2 of the 5 key features.
Underwater photographer FAQs for the Bavaria Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Does the Bavaria Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Does the Bavaria Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Bavaria Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Bavaria Liveaboard
When I reviewed the Bavaria Liveaboard it scored 1/3 on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 1 of the 3 key technical diving features (see below).
If you dive sidemount, the Bavaria Liveaboard supports it, but when planning your dives check cylinder options and the deck set-up, so your configuration is comfortable and properly supported for the dives planned.
Below is the full list of 3 key tech diving features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 1 of the 3 key features.
Tech diving FAQs for the Bavaria Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Bavaria Liveaboard?
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Bavaria Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Bavaria dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Thailand. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Bavaria liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Bavaria liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Environment tax
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Port fees
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included WiFi internet
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The other features that are not included on the Bavaria liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Bavaria Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Bavaria charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Thailand.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Bavaria liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Airport transfer
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Diving insurance
- Included Gratuities
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Land excursions
- Included Nitrox
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Snorkel Gear
Bavaria Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Bavaria dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Thailand.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Bavaria liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included National park fees
Bavaria Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 28.0m (91.9ft)
- Beam: 7.0m (23.0ft)
- Max guests: 24
- Cabins: 12
- Bathrooms: 14
Bavaria Liveaboard Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Bavaria Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Bavaria Liveaboard. Bavaria Liveaboard scores 82% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 14 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Fishfinder
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light
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The bavaria liveaboard boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Bavaria Liveaboard:
- Not included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Not included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Not included Emergency Flares