This fun small group tour aims to showcase southern Thailand’s best diving and topside highlights on one action-packed itinerary.
Aimed at those with a spirit of adventure, this tour begins in Phuket, the gateway to southern Thailand. Enjoy a market tour, a Thai cooking class and a trip to an ethical elephant sanctuary before embarking on a 4-day liveaboard diving adventure to the Similan Islands. The jewel of Thailand’s underwater world, enjoy up to 15 dives on beautiful coral reefs full or marine life from the comfort of the Marco Polo liveaboard.
After your liveaboard, continue to Khao Sok National Park for a canoeing experience, magical night safari and a full-day tour to the stunning Cheow Lan Lake.
In addition to this group tour, you may also explore Thailand on a tailor-made diving adventure, or as a small private group - contact us to discuss your requirements.
You arrive into Phuket today, the gateway to southern Thailand, and one of the country’s most iconic tourist destinations. On arrival, you’re collected from the airport and transferred to your accommodation.
You spend the next two nights in Phuket, at the Proud Phuket Hotel or similar. The rest of today is yours to relax by the pool, meet other guests and enjoy the delightful tropical climate.
Today is all about exploring Thailand’s famous culinary heritage.
Your culinary adventure begins with an immersive Phuket street food tour first thing in the morning before the temperature rises, stopping at vibrant food stalls selling fresh produce, cooked snacks, and noodle dishes. Kick off the morning like a local with a traditional dim sum breakfast, perfectly paired with a cup of locally grown coffee.
Next, transfer to the serene Old Phuket Farm for a tour and hands-on Thai cooking class. Walk through lush rice fields, learn firsthand how Thai rice is planted and harvested, and savour the peaceful countryside atmosphere.
After your farm tour, it’s time for your cooking experience. The experienced chef guides you step-by-step through the preparation of famous Thai dishes. Once your dishes are ready, enjoy a delicious meal you cooked yourself.
The rest of today is yours at leisure.
After breakfast at your hotel this morning, enjoy a magical morning mingling with rehabilitated Asian elephants at the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary. You have the opportunity to meet some of the elephants, learn about their individual stories, and understand why they need protection. Then, join the elephants on a leisurely walk observing their natural behaviour as they engage in foraging, bathing, and playing in one of the three lagoons.
Later today, you're transferred to meet your diving liveaboard and embark on a 4-day liveaboard adventure to the beautiful Similan and Surin Islands.
Your home for the next four nights is the Marco Polo liveaboard, operated by the award-winning Sea Bees team.
Overnight, your captain sets course for the Similan Islands, cruising offshore as you settle into life on board. Wake up to a postcard-perfect scene of crystal-clear waters, smooth granite boulders and white-sand beaches.
The first days of your dive safari explore the Similan National Park, including Koh Bon and Koh Tachai, both known for exciting big fish encounters. Between dives, there’s plenty of time to relax, compare notes and enjoy the easy-going liveaboard atmosphere.
A highlight of the trip is a full day at Richelieu Rock, one of Thailand’s most celebrated dive sites. Expect incredible marine life, from colourful macro species to dense schools of fish. If you’re lucky, a passing whale shark may make an appearance.
As the journey winds south, enjoy a final pair of dives in the Similans before heading home. The last dive at Boonsung Wreck is the perfect finale to an unforgettable shared adventure at sea.
Your liveaboard includes up to 15 dives exploring the magical Similan and Surin Islands.
This afternoon you return to port, where you're met by your guide and transferred for a quick visit to the Bang Niang market in Khao Lak, before continuing by road to Khao Sok.
You spend the next three nights in Khao Sok at the Cliffs & Rivers Jungle Resort or similar, with plenty of time to enjoy some of the highlights of this special location.
This morning, you head to the river together for a laid-back canoeing adventure through the heart of Khao Sok. Drift along the calm waters of the river, surrounded by dense rainforest, dramatic limestone cliffs and the soundtrack of the jungle.
The pace is slow and immersive, giving you plenty of time to take it all in, chat with your fellow travellers and spot wildlife along the banks. It’s the perfect balance of gentle adventure and switch-off time. Midway through the journey, you visit a small cave where your guide sets up an open fire to boil water for coffee.
After a relaxed afternoon at leisure, the adventure continues in the evening with a guided night safari in Khao Sok National Park. As darkness falls, the rainforest comes alive. Led by expert local guides, the group can explore the jungle, listening to the sounds of the night and keeping an eye out for nocturnal wildlife.
After an early breakfast this morning, embark on a full-day adventure to the Cheow Lan Lake, including a visit to the Coral Cave.
Embark on a longtail boat with your guide, spotting wildlife as you head towards the Coral Cave. The cave is enclosed in its own natural lake, requiring approximately 30 minutes’ hike before you reach the water. From here board bamboo rafts with small engines attached, a unique transport method of the region. Your guide explains the background of the cave and points out some of the most interesting stalactites and stalagmites.
You return for lunch at a floating restaurant, before visiting a cluster of limestone karsts known as Guilin Noi (little Guilin). At the end of your adventure, board a longtail back to the pier, and a road transfer back to your resort.
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Located on the west coast of Thailand, 57 kilometres from the Similan Islands, Khao Lak is a great place to relax before or after a liveaboard. Blessed with great beaches and bordered by superb national parks, Khao Lak appeals to divers and non-divers alike. Find Out More about {acc:title}
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The friendly crew of the Marco Polo operate diving adventures to Thailand's Similan Islands, including Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and the famous Richelieu Rock, renowned for sightings of whale sharks and manta rays. Find Out More about Marco Polo
