Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Well Organised - Very Efficient - Great Diving. I was very impressed with the Organisational Skills of the Bunmee 4 Team (especially the Dive Director Marien) This was further demonstrated at the Welcome meeting, whereby everyone was made to feel welcome and were given full details of the planned activities for the coming days. The most important aspect was the adherence to good diving practices No Decompression Dives Respect for the Reefs Respect for Fellow Divers Respect for the Crew of Bunmee 4”
Recommended for: The Dive Director Marien, He is a Legend. The Friendliness and Helpfulness of the entire Crew. The organisational skills and adherence to good diving practices by Marien The Dive Director.
Customer Review By Brendan M, from: Ireland scored the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 29 reviews and information click here: Bunmee 4 Liveaboard .
Is The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard Right For You?
Quick Facts about the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
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✓ The Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard Is Not Ideal For:
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
- ✗Divers seeking extreme or technical diving challenges
The Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard scores 7/10 on the boat features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard it scored 7/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Boat Features, as it has 7 of the 10 key boat features (see below).
The Bunmee 4 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.
What’s more, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
Below is the full list of 10 key boat features for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 7 of the 10 key features.
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Smart Voyager accreditation
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Boat FAQs for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
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Does the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Bunmee 4 liveaboard provides deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but no beach towels are provided. Click Beach Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The Bunmee 4 liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which include a mix of included and paid services.
- The Bunmee 4 liveaboard also includes port fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- The Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
- The Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 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 10 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 Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard scores 6/10 on the cabin features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard it scored 6/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Cabin Features, as it has 6 of the 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Bunmee 4 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. You’ll also find it includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
Below is the full list of 10 key cabin features for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 6 of the 10 key features.
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Cabin FAQs for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
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Are the cabins non-smoking on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 2 Double/Twin cabins with shared bathrooms
- 6 Double/Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 2 Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard scores 10/10 on the diving features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard it scored 10/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Diving Features, as it has 9 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 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 camera station and 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. Also, Sidemount diving is supported on the Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind.
Below is the full list of 10 key diving features for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 9 of the 10 key features.
Diving FAQs for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
Does the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Does the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
The Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 liveaboard are currently: 4 Days/3 Nights, 5 Days/4 Nights, 6 Days/5 Nights, 9 Days/8 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 Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
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The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard scores 8/10 on the food features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 8 of the 10 key features.
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Snacks all day (Free)
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Dining FAQs for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
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Dining and food information:
- Meals are served buffet style on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard.
- Set menu dinners are listed, which can feel more structured at meal times.
The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard scores 9/10 on the drinks & refreshments SDE Liveaboard Rating
BelowWhen I reviewed the Bunmee 4 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, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails in the trip price.
Below is the full list of 10 key drinks & refreshments features for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 9 of the 10 key features.
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Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
- Welcome cocktails
The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard scores 6/10 on the non-diver companion SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard it scored 6/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 6 of the 10 total key non-diver companion features (see below).
The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard is suitable for non-divers, with activities such as stand up paddleboards and 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, free use of stand up paddleboards is included on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard, great for balance and core strength during calm sessions in sheltered coves, also a good shared activity with non-divers. What’s more, Snorkel gear is included on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard, handy for reef time between dives or as an activity with non-divers.
Naturalist guidance is available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard, adding context on marine life and habitats during your cruise. You’ll also find there is a small library on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard with fish ID books and light reading and you will often find titles left by previous guests too. Also, Wellness options are available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard, such as massage, spa treatments, or a sauna to unwind between or after dive days. These can be great options for non-divers as well.
Below is the full list of 10 key non-diver companion features for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 6 of the 10 key features.
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Non-Dive Companion FAQs for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- Land excursions
- Snorkel Gear
- Snorkelling guide
- Stand-up paddle boards
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
When I reviewed the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard it scored 4/5 on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 4 of the 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Bunmee 4 Liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it 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.
What’s more, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive. You’ll also find 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 4 of the 5 key features.
Underwater photographer FAQs for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Does the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Does the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
When I reviewed the Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 1 of the 3 key features.
Tech diving FAQs for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard?
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Bunmee 4 Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Bunmee 4 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 Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Land excursions
- Included Night dives
- Included Port fees
- Included Snacks
- Included Snorkel Gear
- Included Snorkelling guide
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Stand-up paddle boards
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Welcome cocktails
- Included WiFi internet
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The other features that are not included on the Bunmee 4 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
Bunmee 4 Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Airport transfer
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Diving insurance
- Included Massage
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Wine with dinner
Bunmee 4 Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Bunmee 4 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 Bunmee 4 liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included National park fees
Bunmee 4 Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 29.0m (95.1ft)
- Beam: 6.0m (19.7ft)
- Max guests: 20
- Cabins: 10
- Bathrooms: 10
Bunmee 4 Liveaboard Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard. Bunmee 4 Liveaboard scores 94% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 16 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- 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 bunmee 4 liveaboard boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Bunmee 4 Liveaboard:
- Not included Fishfinder