Manta Queen 2 Liveaboard Overview

Torben Lonne
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Torben Lonne
Editor and Co-founder at DIVEIN.com
Torben traveled to South East Asia for scuba diving and never really stopped his search for new adventures. His affinity for gear that works and his...
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Manta Queen 2 liveaboard boat reflected in calm water near a forested shoreline
Second in the Manta Queen series, built to the same layout as her sister boats for consistent trips regardless of which one you book.
Manta Queen 2 liveaboard boat cruising on a calm sea under a cloudy sky with its name painted on the bow
Manta Queen 2 runs the same Similan Islands routes as her sister ship, distinguishable by the navy hull and name on the bow.
Two banded pipefish with red and yellow stripes hovering over the reef
Banded pipefish drift in tandem like this, thin enough to vanish against the reef until the stripes catch the light.
Twin bed cabin aboard the Manta Queen 2 with life jackets stowed in the shared shelf unit
Shared twin cabins on the Manta Queen 2 keep life jackets tucked into the central shelving, so bunks stay clear for sleeping between dives.
Wood paneled bunk cabin on the Manta Queen 2 liveaboard with upper and lower berths
Compact bunk cabins like this one are the standard aboard many Thailand liveaboards, built for sleeping between dives rather than lounging.
Dining and lounge area aboard the Manta Queen 2 with bench seating and a wall mounted TV
The indoor saloon doubles as dining room and briefing space, with the TV and bench seating close enough for post-dive debriefs.
Open air deck seating on the Manta Queen 2 overlooking the water
Outdoor bench seating gives guests a spot to eat or relax with a view of the water between dives.
Cabin bed aboard the Manta Queen 2 decorated with folded towel art and a dive magazine
Cabin turndown includes the classic liveaboard touch of folded towel art, a small detail that signals attentive crew service.
Double bed cabin on the Manta Queen 2 with a curtained window and towel art
This private double cabin trades bunk beds for a shared double, useful for couples booking the Manta Queen 2 together.
Leopard shark resting on the seabed during a night dive in Thailand
Leopard sharks are a frequent night dive find in Thai waters, often found motionless on the sand rather than swimming.
Close up of a peacock mantis shrimp with vivid eyes and colorful raptorial claws
Peacock mantis shrimp strike with some of the fastest limbs in the ocean, fast enough to crack open shellfish.
Imperial shrimp riding on a pink nudibranch alongside a cluster of yellow sea squirts
Imperial shrimp are commonly found riding nudibranchs like this one, hitching a lift while picking off scraps.
Cushioned lounge seating along the wood paneled walls of the Manta Queen 2 saloon
Cushioned bench seating lines the saloon walls, giving divers a low key spot to unwind away from the dining table.
Wooden stairway and open cabin doorway below deck on the Manta Queen 2
Steep wooden stairs are typical belowdecks on liveaboards, connecting cabins to the dining and dive deck above.
Sun deck aboard the Manta Queen 2 with open blue deck flooring and railings
The open sun deck up top gives guests space to dry gear and relax topside between dives.
twin cabin aboard the Manta Queen 2 liveaboard with towel-art butterflies on each bed
Twin cabins on the Manta Queen 2 are snug but come with the small liveaboard touches, like fresh towel art waiting on the beds each day.
a scuba diver approaches a whale shark cruising through open blue water
Whale sharks turn up unannounced on these routes, and sightings like this are part of why divers book a spot on the Manta Queen 2 itinerary.
the Manta Queen 2's wheelhouse seen from the cushioned sundeck bench
The wheelhouse sits above the dive deck, giving the crew a clear line of sight over the boat and the water around it.

The Manta Queen 2 liveaboard is 25m/82 feet long with nine cabins and room for twenty guests. The PADI five-star crew speaks French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, and Japanese. The Manta Queen 2 offers three days & three-night safaris to the Similans Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock.

About this overview

To help you decide whether this liveaboard fits your dive style, budget, and comfort needs, we’ve researched the boat, itinerary, onboard experience, diving setup, and overall value.
We review liveaboards based on the details that matter most during a multi-day dive trip, including cabins, food, crew support, dive operations, safety, route quality, and how the boat compares with similar options in the destination.

Things we like:

  • Divers said they loved diving at Richelieu Rocks as there many stuff to see and explore.
  • Many divers said that the briefings were thorough and well planned.
  • People were happy with the crew and said they set the tone for the whole trip.

Things we don't like:

  • Some people were taken back by the repetitive nature of the food that was prepared.

Diving on the Manta Queen 2 liveaboard in Thailand

With this glorious ship, you’ll be sailing with us the Andaman Sea to explore inland excursions various Thai islands: Similan Islands, Richelieu Rocks, Koh Bon, and Koh Tachai.
These bites of heaven seem to have it all; the golden beaches, the green lands, the crystal clear waters, the diverse corals and most importantly the captivating marine life that really brings out the adventurous side in all of us. Amidst this sea, we will encounter in all likelihood giant whale sharks, blue spotted sting rays, sea horses, dolphins, leopard sharks, etc…

Manta Queen 2 is a custom built ship for the ultimate diving experience. The experience will last for 3 days and nights in 9 air-conditioned cabins. You can choose from twin bed cabins, double bed cabins, and quad cabins. All of the latter are comfortable, offering a sea view and have private bathrooms. The indoor saloon is a good place to relax; you can enjoy the TV, the Wi-Fi, and the entertainment area. The sun deck is also available for a tanning session or just scenery gazing.

The dining area is where memorable friendship and memories are made. Here, in a buffet style, you can pick your meals and enjoy the company of everyone else. Our chefs are first rate cooks and they excel at international cuisine. With the fresh picked ingredients, you can taste the Thai culture in various delicious meals. Nevertheless, we also provide western and Halal cuisine and all diet preferences or allergies are welcomed, we only need to be notified beforehand. Snacks and drinks are also at your disposal at all times.

Our crew is well trained and very competent. They are fluent in various languages such as English, Thai, French, Spanish, and Italian. Its members are mainly 5 talented dive staff and 6 boat crew that are very amiable and welcoming. All the team will help you through your journey with open hearts. The dive staff will gladly teach you all you need to know about diving and the sea life while the crew will make your stay unforgettably enjoyable. Rental gear and Nitrox are available on deck as well as adapters and valves.

Since safety is crucial to all of us, we insured the presence of all the essential equipment such as life jackets, emergency rafts, fire alarms and extinguishers. There are also defibrillators and our crew has been instructed in first aid training. Thus, all people aboard are in safe hands.

Things we like:

  • Divers said they loved diving at Richelieu Rocks as there many stuff to see and explore.
  • Many divers said that the briefings were thorough and well planned.
  • People were happy with the crew and said they set the tone for the whole trip.

Things we don't like:

  • Some people were taken back by the repetitive nature of the food that was prepared.
Key facts
Year built: 2016
Max divers: 20
Rental equip: Yes ($)
Camera station: Yes
Internet: Yes (free)
Min logged dives: No minimum
Nitrox: Yes (free)
Aircon: Yes
Trip length: < 5 Nights
Price range: Mid-range
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