Manta Queen 3 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 III's blue hull underway on calm, glassy water
Flat, glassy conditions like these are the reward for choosing the right season to sail, not a given year round.
Guests wave from Manta Queen III's upper deck above the Dive Eat Sleep Repeat sign on the stern
Dive Eat Sleep Repeat isn't just a slogan here, tanks are already staged on the back platform for the next dive.
Wood-panelled shared cabin on Manta Queen III with bunks made up in blue linen
Warm timber panelling makes this tight bunk room feel less like a dorm and more like a cabin.
Lower bunk on Manta Queen III made up with folded towels and a dive magazine on the pillow
A dive magazine left on the pillow is a small sign of how much care goes into turning down these bunks each night.
Open-air lounge deck on Manta Queen III with cushioned bench seating overlooking the harbour
Bench seating that wraps the whole stern means everyone gets a view, not just whoever grabs the rail first.
Indoor dining area on Manta Queen III with a drinks cart, cabinetry and a wall-mounted TV
A stocked drinks cart by the galley means coffee and tea are self-serve between dives, no waiting on crew.
Sleeping nook in Manta Queen III's master cabin with a single bunk above a neatly made bed
Having two separate beds in one cabin suits a pair who would rather not share a bed at sea.
Manta Queen III's master cabin with a double bed and an ensuite bathroom visible through the door
Having the head just a step from the bed is the real perk of the master cabin, no midnight walk down a narrow corridor.
Wood paneled saloon lounge with black leather sofas and a TV on the Manta Queen 3 liveaboard
A shaded common room built for surface intervals, sofas and air conditioning rather than another hour on deck.
Guest relaxing in a hammock on the sun deck of the Manta Queen 3 liveaboard
The sun deck hammocks are the reward end of a long dive day, no schedule beyond swaying with the boat.
Empty hammocks strung along the sun deck of the Manta Queen 3 liveaboard under blue sky
Hammocks strung along the rail turn the top deck into a nap zone between dives, no cushions needed when the boat does the rocking.
Rows of hammocks and lounge chairs on the Manta Queen 3's open air sun deck
Another angle on the same sun deck, showing just how many hammocks the Manta Queen 3 packs along both rails.
Ensuite bathroom with toilet and sink next to a wood paneled bunk cabin on the Manta Queen 3
The ensuite is a simple wet room setup, toilet and sink sharing the same tiled floor, typical for a Thailand liveaboard cabin.
Bow of the Manta Queen 3 liveaboard with its wheelhouse and dive company logo at sunset
The bow wears the diving operator's own logo rather than the boat's name, typical for liveaboards chartered out under an operator's brand.
Rows of scuba tanks lined up on the dive deck of the Manta Queen 3 liveaboard
A full rack of filled tanks lined up on the dive deck, the clearest sign of how many dives a liveaboard packs into each day.

The Manta Queen 3 Liveaboard offers divers 27 meters of dive safari comfort and has a crew that speaks French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, and Japanese. The fleet offers one to five-day trips to accommodate almost any guest and any schedule hoping to experience Thailand’s world-class diving.

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:

  • Many divers said they loved the dive spots and saw whale sharks, eagle rays and giant mantas.
  • The food on the liveaboard was well prepared and there was a Thai twist in all the dishes.
  • The staff was friendly and always eager to help wherever they can.

Things we don't like:

  • Some people noted that on a few days they had bad visibility.
  • Some people noted the cabins are cramped and does not have much space for luggage.
  • A few people claimed that the boat leaked and it made everything wet.

Diving on the Manta Queen 3 liveaboard in Thailand

If you’re looking for an exquisite adventure and breathtaking scenery, Manta Queen 3 Liveaboard is the answer for you.

4 nights in the seas of the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock is by far the ideal diving experience. These Thai landscapes are renowned for their captivating beauty but how can one wonder when they’re all set in “the land of a thousand smiles”.

The crystal clear waters of the Andaman Sea and its rich fauna render it the perfect place for all curious divers and snorkelers. You might encounter blue spotted sting rays, Napoleon Wrasses, leopard sharks, giant whale sharks, etc. It is enough to satisfy the “adventure” hunger in you.

One cannot possibly forget the breathtaking features of Thailand that you’ll behold; the famous Elephant Head Rock, the well known Richelieu Rock, the white sand beaches and the mesmerizing greenery.

The 36-meter long boat holds 12 cabins for a maximum of 31 guests; the cabins vary in types from double to the quad, ensuite and non-ensuite rooms depending on the guest’s desire. Cabins can be made ready for a family stay.
The Manta Queen 3 has been custom built to fulfill all divers and snorkelers wishes not only the ones in the sea but also the ones aboard; all guests are welcomed to use the Camera station as they please, they can relax and spend some time in the well-accommodated saloon watching movies or TV, they can luxuriate in the sun deck or the captain’s deck , they might as well share all their adventure to their friends and family with the vessel’s Wi-Fi or simply watch the alluring views while enjoying a drink from our in-deck bar.

The Manta Queen 3 team’s main goal is to please all the people we host, they consider everyone that comes along a family member, that’s why they have gladly selected only the best chefs in our cuisine to cook all your meals.
The crew provides savory food in numerous ranges. If you’re looking for a taste of the culture, the chefs offer the finest mouth-watering Thai cuisine and if you prefer otherwise, there is an equally delicious range of western, halal and vegetarian cuisine. They have made sure to omit all ingredients with Monosodium Glutamate in them.

The crew is made up of 6 members for diving and 10 to mend the boat, all of which are well trained and extremely welcoming. They are able to speak in more than 6 languages: English, French, Thai, German, Spanish, and Italian. And they will happily guide you through your trip and teach you as much as possible about the landscapes and the diving.

All safety measures were accounted for, although likely unnecessary to be used. Since the well being of our guests is our top priority, we took precautions in providing fire alarms and extinguishers, life jackets and rafts, aid kits, flares, and emergency radio beacon.

The best season lasts from October to May. However, diving is offered all year round.

Things we like:

  • Many divers said they loved the dive spots and saw whale sharks, eagle rays and giant mantas.
  • The food on the liveaboard was well prepared and there was a Thai twist in all the dishes.
  • The staff was friendly and always eager to help wherever they can.

Things we don't like:

  • Some people noted that on a few days they had bad visibility.
  • Some people noted the cabins are cramped and does not have much space for luggage.
  • A few people claimed that the boat leaked and it made everything wet.
Key facts
Year built: 2011
Max divers: 28
Rental equip: Yes ($)
Camera station: Yes
Internet: No
Min logged dives: No minimum
Nitrox: No
Aircon: Yes
Trip length: < 5 Nights
Price range: Mid-range
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