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Sawasdee Fasai is a Similan liveaboard with a prestigious track record diving all around the Andaman Sea. Formerly the Scuba Explorer, the boat was a popular vessel running trips both in Thailand and to the more remote Mergui Archipelago in Myanmar. In 2016 the boat was sold, renamed and underwent a full refit. The Sawasdee Fasai is now the proud sister ship of the extremely popular Similan liveaboard, MV Pawara. This large, custom built, steel hulled liveaboard offers a touch of luxury with fully serviced dive trips and first class facilities to suit a wide range of budgets.
BUDGET: 25,700฿
STANDARD: 30,700฿
DELUXE: 32,700฿
DELUXE: 35,700฿
LENGTH: 37M
WIDTH: 7.8M
MAX SPEED: 12 Kt
The Sawasdee Fasai operates classic 4 day 4 night trips to the Similan Islands and Richelieu Rock along the same schedule as her sister ship the MV Pawara. Spacious, air-conditioned cabins, a shaded dining area and a large indoor saloon, all decorated in plush Traditional Thai decoration easily accommodate 26 diving guests.
As well as the usual first class facilities you would expect on board a decent mid-priced Similan liveaboard, the Sawasdee Fasai goes the extra mile for their guests. The Sawasdee Fasai has free WiFi (in selected areas only) and offers free Enriched Air Nitrox on all trips (EANx certification required).
Diving from Sawasdee Fasai is conducted in an extremely professional manner. The captain uses CCTV cameras and radio to communicate with the crew on the dive deck ensuring maximum safety at all times. The dive deck is large so you will have plenty of room when gearing up and it is low to the water line for comfortable entry into the sea.
You will be well taken care of by the boat’s experienced local crew getting on and off the boat and expertly guided underwater by the very professional dive team. Divers certified to use it can enjoy free Nitrox fills for the duration of the trip. A wide range of PADI specialties are available.
While safety is the most important factor diving from Sawasdee Fasai, comfort and sociable fun are the key ingredients for your time spent in-between the dives. All communal areas, the huge partly shaded sundeck, the air-conditioned salon and outdoor shaded dining area feature plenty of sofas, chairs and tables, ideal for hanging out with fellow divers and sharing your Similan experiences.
Dining aboard is also a pleasure. The experienced Thai chefs serve delicious, fresh local and Western dishes to suit all tastes. Several vegetarian options are available on request. Snacks and fruits are available throughout the day and night.
Feel like Sawasdee Fasai is the best Liveaboard for You?
26
13
16
Free
Yes
International & Thai Buffet
Sun Beds & Shaded Area
Beach/Small
Yes
Free
There are 2 spacious double bed cabins located at the front of the upper deck with ocean views, air-conditioning, safety box, hair dryer, international plug sockets and large en-suite bathrooms.
Duration | Destination | Price |
4 Nights | Similan Islands |
42,700฿ |
4 Nights – Similan Islands – 42,700฿ |
5 deluxe cabins offer twin bunk beds and are located on the upper deck of Sawasdee Fasai. Excellent ocean views, air-conditioning, safety box, hair dryer, international plug sockets and en-suite bathrooms.
Duration | Destination | Price |
4 Nights | Similan Islands |
37,700฿ |
4 Nights – Similan Islands – 37,700฿ |
There are 4 standard cabins that can be configured either as a large double or two twin beds. All feature air-conditioning, safety box, hair dryer, international plug sockets and en-suite bathrooms.
Duration | Destination | Price |
4 Nights | Similan Islands |
34,700฿ |
4 Nights – Similan Islands – 34,700฿ |
2 budget cabins, located on the lower deck offer twin bunk bed accommodation at exceptional value for money. Both feature air-conditioning and share a common bathroom with hot and cold water shower.
Duration | Destination | Price |
4 Nights | Similan Islands |
28,700฿ |
4 Nights – Similan Islands – 28,700฿ |
COMPUTER | 300฿/day |
CAMERA | Please Enquire |
15LT TANK | 300฿/day |
TORCH | 100฿/day |
OPEN WATER | 9000฿ |
ADVANCED | 6000฿ |
NITROX | 6000฿ |
SPECIALTIES | Please Enquire |
Transfer from Khao Lak/Phuket |
All meals and snacks |
Water, electrolyte drinks, tea, coffee |
Towels and Housekeeping |
Dive Equipment (2000฿/Trip) |
Marine Park Fees (1800฿) |
Soft Drinks |
Alcohol, Cigarettes & Merchandise |
“Sawasdee Fasai has a real positive feeling on board. The name itself means ‘Hello, clear skies’. Look out your window each morning and simply recite those feel good words. That positive feeling soon becomes contagious”
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