Sea Bees

Similan Islands, Thailand

The team at Sea Bees are one of our top picks if you’re heading to the Similans, especially if you’re after a liveaboard. We’ve found their boats to be consistently well-run, a genuine perk when you’re spending days at sea. They really nail the logistics, which means less faffing about and more time in the water, which is precisely what we want from a Similan trip. We love that they’ve got options from Khao Lak and Phuket, giving you flexibility depending on where you’re starting your Thai adventure. Their trips to Richelieu Rock often hit at the best times, giving you that sweet spot of current and light for spotting big pelagics. We’ve had some cracking dives with them, watching barracuda schools swirl like silver tornadoes and finding ghost pipefish tucked into the gorgonians. If you’re pushing for Divemaster, their crew are fantastic mentors, sharing tips on conditions and spotting the small stuff. Just remember to pack reef-safe sunscreen – the sun out there is no joke.

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