Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“These Guys Are Pros! They may seem like a group of friendly and welcoming scuba guys – and they are! – but underneath that is a very dedicated, organized and highly skilled team of professionals. All of the logistics were handled effortlessly. Dive briefings were clear and comprehensive. Dive groups were small so that guides could keep track of their divers and offer assistance if necessary. Food was great. And the boat crew was tireless and efficient. I was on Manta Queen 8 and Mark was an excellent tour leader. My dive guide Daniel was terrific––great dives, all. And I am confident all of the others were excellent as well. If I come back to Thailand, Khaolak Scuba Adventures is my first stop.”
Recommended for: Dive crew, diving, food.
Customer Review By Thomas S, from: United States scored the Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 58 reviews and information click here: Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard .
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Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard Boat Features
The Manta Queen 8 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 8 Liveaboard has an air conditioned saloon so you can stay cool between dives. In addition, it has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up-to-date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. What’s more, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Air conditioned saloon
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Charging stations
- • Dedicated local & international crew
- • Indoor saloon
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Free)
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The boat features that are not found on the Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard include the following: Available for charter, Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Leisure deck, Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, Observation deck, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Airport transfer
- • Hotel transfer
- • WIFI Internet
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Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard Cabin Features
The Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard scores 45% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 5 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view. In addition, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 4 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 2 Twin Cabins with shared bathroom
- 6 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Daily housekeeping
- • En-suite bathrooms
- • Non-smoking rooms
- • Seaview cabins
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The cabin features that are not found on the Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard include the following: 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 8 Liveaboard Diving Features
The Manta Queen 8 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 8 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.
- • Charging stations
- • 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 8 Liveaboard include the following: Camera room, Camera station, 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 8 Liveaboard Food & Dining Features
The Manta Queen 8 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 8 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 8 Liveaboard 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 8 Liveaboard Drink & Refreshment Features
The Manta Queen 8 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 8 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 8 Liveaboard 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 8 Liveaboard Other Recreational Activities
The Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard scores 5% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 1 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below).
- • Snorkel equipment
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Kayaks on-board, Library, Massage, Naturalist guide, Naturalist itineraries, Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly, Sauna, Spa, Stand up paddleboard, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Snorkel Gear
Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Manta Queen 8 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 8 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 8 Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Manta Queen 8 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 8 Liveaboard.
- + Diving insurance
- + Gratuities
- + Nitrox
- + Nitrox course
- + Private dive guide
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
Manta Queen 8 Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Manta Queen 8 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 8 Liveaboard dive trip.
- ! National park fees
Vessel Details
- Length: 28.0m (91.9ft)
- Beam: 7.0m (23.0ft)
- Max guests: 24
- Cabins: 12
- Bathrooms: 13
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Manta Queen 8 are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Manta Queen 8. Manta Queen 8 liveaboard scores 88% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 15 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
- • Depth Sounder
- • Emergency Flares
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • Fishfinder
- • 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 8 Liveaboard include the following: E.P.I.R.B. Distress System, Engine room CCTV.