Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Great Vibes and Dives with Woody and Elsa. As a dive instructor myself, I've met many instructors so far and I have used many diving operators while traveling around the world. But the experience I had with the instructors at Manta Queen 2, especially Woody and Elsa, was something that really stood out to me—there was so much to learn and appreciate. Let’s be real: life as a dive instructor isn’t exactly a walk in the park. Over the years, I’ve witnessed many instructors, myself included, burn out or get exhausted, so seeing Woody and Elsa truly enjoying their work was a breath of fresh air. I was honestly impressed by how much they loved what they do—it’s rare and inspiring. Great diving always starts with a clear, concise briefing, and Woody’s briefings were next-level. I used to think I was the king of dive briefings, but Woody’s were on a whole different plane. I’ve always believed that dive instructors need to be entertainers, making sure the guests and students are enjoying themselves, and Woody nailed this perfectly. As a fellow instructor, I couldn’t help but envy him. Even in the short time we spent together, I did my best to observe and absorb everything he did. What I found especially admirable was how Woody didn’t shy away from tasks that senior instructors usually don't do and don't like to do. Whether it was taking charge of a group of divers who needed more care and attention, checking dive sites first personally instead of assigning other young instructors, or doing the "little" tasks like ringing the bell to announce meal times, playing music during surface intervals, or taking photos and sharing them with guests at the end of the trip—Woody truly embodied what it means to lead by example. Honestly, where else would you find a senior instructor like that? I don’t know where I’ll end up working again, but I’ll certainly strive to be more like Woody. A big shout-out to Elsa, too, who guided my wife and me through some amazing dives. While my wife and I have done our fair share of dives and didn’t need much attention, Elsa went above and beyond to ensure our dives were safe, comfortable, and enjoyable. We were seriously impressed with her care and attention. And if there’s such a thing as “luck in diving,” Elsa definitely had it—every dive felt like a fish frenzy, with schools of fish everywhere. This was my first live aboard dive experience, and if Woody and Elsa are involved, I’d definitely come back for more. Can’t wait for the next adventure!”
Recommended for: Woody, the chief instructor on board. Elsa, our dive guide. Muay, the best chef.
Customer Review By Beom Sang C, from: South Korea scored the Manta Queen 2 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 105 reviews and information click here: Manta Queen 2 .
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Manta Queen 2 Boat Features
The Manta Queen 2 liveaboard scores 43% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 7 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Manta Queen 2 liveaboard has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up-to-date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. In addition, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Available for charter
- • Dedicated local & international crew
- • Leisure deck
- • Observation deck
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Free)
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The boat features that are not found on the Manta Queen 2 include the following: Air conditioned saloon, Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Indoor saloon, Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, Smart Voyager accreditation, Charging stations.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Airport transfer
- • Hotel transfer
- • WIFI Internet
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Manta Queen 2 Cabin Features
The Manta Queen 2 liveaboard scores 27% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 3 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Manta Queen 2 liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
Cabin Types Available
- 3 Double Cabins with shared bathroom
- 1 Quad Cabin with shared bathroom
- 5 Twin Cabins with shared bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Non-smoking rooms
- • Seaview cabins
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The cabin features that are not found on the Manta Queen 2 include the following: Daily housekeeping, En-suite bathrooms, Family cabins, Hair Dryer in Cabin, Laundry service, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin, TV in cabins.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Manta Queen 2 Diving Features
The Manta Queen 2 Liveaboard scores 66% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 14 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Manta Queen 2 Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and water entry, or for getting your kit ready before transferring to a tender for your next dive. In addition, it offers scuba diving courses, so you can progress your skills at the same time as building your dive experience at an additional charge. What’s more, it was custom built for diving, which means it is ideally suited for scuba divers. You’ll also find it has nitrox available as a paid extra so you can extend bottom times if you choose.
- • Camera station
- • Custom built for diving
- • DIN adaptors
- • Dive deck
- • Gear rental
- • Nitrox (Paid)
- • Nitrox course
- • Outside showers
- • Rinse hoses
- • Scuba diving courses
- • Separate rinse for u/w camera
- • Shaded diving area
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Manta Queen 2 include the following: Camera room, Charging stations, Rebreather support, Sidemount diving, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Tech diving, Underwater scooters.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Diving package
Manta Queen 2 Food & Dining Features
The Manta Queen 2 liveaboard scores 64% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 9 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Manta Queen 2 liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy 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.
- • Al fresco dining
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Full-board option
- • Local food
- • Snacks all day
- • Vegan options
- • Vegetarian options
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Manta Queen 2 include the following: Beach BBQ, BBQ area, Fine cuisine, Half-board option, Set menu dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Manta Queen 2 Drink & Refreshment Features
The Manta Queen 2 Liveaboard scores 14% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 1 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Manta Queen 2 Liveaboard has free soft drinks for those of you who don't drink alcohol, or to drink between dives. In addition, the cost of your liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, and tea & coffee.
- • Free soft drinks
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Manta Queen 2 include the following: Bar, Beer available, Fine wines selection, Free wine w/dinner, Welcome cocktails, Wine available.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
Manta Queen 2 Other Recreational Activities
The Manta Queen 2 liveaboard scores 11% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 2 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below).
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- • Snorkel equipment
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Manta Queen 2 include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Kayaks on-board, Library, Massage, Naturalist guide, Naturalist itineraries, Sauna, Spa, Stand up paddleboard, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Snorkel Gear
Manta Queen 2 Included in the Price
When you book the Manta Queen 2 dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Thailand. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving without worrying about additional meal costs.
These inclusions provide excellent value and ensure a hassle-free dive cruise experience. This is everything included in your Manta Queen 2 Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Airport transfer
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Complimentary toiletries
- ✓ Diving package
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Hotel transfer
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Snorkel Gear
- ✓ Soft drinks
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
- ✓ WiFi internet
Manta Queen 2 Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Manta Queen 2 dive charter experience with these optional services and upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox diving allows you to extend your bottom time and enjoy longer dives at the incredible sites around Thailand.
These optional extras allow you to customize your dive liveaboard experience to suit your preferences and diving goals. This is everything available as optional extras for the Manta Queen 2 Liveaboard.
- + Diving insurance
- + Gratuities
- + Nitrox
- + Nitrox course
- + Private dive guide
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
Manta Queen 2 Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Manta Queen 2 dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees are mandatory to support conservation efforts in Thailand and protect the underwater ecosystems you will be diving.
These required extras help support local marine conservation and dive tourism infrastructure. Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your Manta Queen 2 Liveaboard dive trip.
- ! National park fees
Vessel Details
- Length: 25.0m (82.0ft)
- Beam: 5.0m (16.4ft)
- Max guests: 20
- Cabins: 9
- Bathrooms: 3
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Manta Queen 2 are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Manta Queen 2. Manta Queen 2 liveaboard scores 76% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 13 out of the 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- • Bilge Pump Alarm
- • Crew Trained in First Aid
- • Emergency Flares
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • Radar
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- • Satellite & Mobile Phones
- • Search light
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The boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Manta Queen 2 include the following: Depth Sounder, E.P.I.R.B. Distress System, Engine room CCTV, Fishfinder.