Bunmee 4 is a very special boat for several reasons, some of which are tangible, but others need to be experienced to be appreciated. This purpose-built diving liveaboard was new in 2016, and can comfortably take up to 20 lucky guests on scuba diving safaris to all of the best dive sites in Thailand. From the accommodation, to the communal areas, service and organisation, Bunmee 4 is a great choice.
Starting with the communal areas, Bunmee 4 has plenty of space for up to 20 guests to relax and socialise. This includes finding some privacy in the shade or sun, as well as getting to know your fellow guests or dive staff over a dinner or a drink. There are sundecks at the front and on top of the boat where you can top up your tan. The diving platform of Bunmee 4 is located at the rear of the main deck, and this area is large and well designed. A spacious dive deck is very important for incident-free diving safaris. At the rear of the upper deck is the main dining and relaxing area. This is covered but outside, so everyone is sheltered from the sun or any rain, but you can still enjoy the sea breeze and views. Here there are four large dining tables and lots of sofa benches. There’s plenty of space for guests to dine together or away from others. This area is also where Bunmee 4’s unique dive briefings are given. Instead of using a portable whiteboard like most other Similan liveaboard diving boats, the staff on Bunmee 4 use a video presentation to better show and explain what divers are likely to see underwater.
There are 10 cabins on Bunmee 4 in two levels of luxury. On the main deck there are 8 cabins with private en suite bathrooms. Most can be arranged to have twin or double beds, and two at the back are fixed bunks. On the upper deck are two more cabins that are also twin or double, and these two cabins use a bathroom that is specially designated for these guests, and nobody else. All of Bunmee 4’s cabins have air conditioning, storage space & sea-view windows. Although the ten cabins can accommodate up to twenty guests, the management of Bunmee 4 are not greedy. They prefer to have fewer very happy guests than a full boat of ‘quite happy’ guests. Other nice touches are things like the pre-ordered breakfasts that guests can order before going to bed. Most other Similan liveaboards only serve buffet meals. The food is a delicious blend of western & Thai cuisine that is very tasty and not too spicy. Of course, vegetarians and other dietary needs can be catered for, but please let us know in advance.
Finally, unlike most other boats in the area, Bunmee 4 offers trips to the Southern Andaman Islands (Phi Phi, Hin Daeng & Koh Haa) as well as to the Similans. And you can combine north and south trips to make a supercruise!
Prices & Schedule
MV Bunmee 4 Diver Prices Overview 2024 / 2025 | |||||
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Destinations | Duration | Standard Twin | Standard Double | En Suite Twin | En Suite Double |
, , , ( 11 Dives) | 3D / 3N | Standard Twin844 USD | Standard Double844 USD | En Suite Twin933 USD | En Suite Double933 USD |
, , , , ( 15 Dives) | 4D / 4N | Standard Twin1,093 USD | Standard Double1,093 USD | En Suite Twin1,181 USD | En Suite Double1,181 USD |
, , , , ( 15 Dives) | 4D / 5N | Standard Twin1,140 USD | Standard Double1,140 USD | En Suite Twin1,270 USD | En Suite Double1,270 USD |
, , , , , , , , , ( 26 Dives) | 8D / 8N | Standard Twin1,981 USD | Standard Double1,981 USD | En Suite Twin2,188 USD | En Suite Double2,188 USD |
, , , , , , , , , ( 26 Dives) | 8D / 8N | Standard Twin1,981 USD | Standard Double1,981 USD | En Suite Twin2,188 USD | En Suite Double2,188 USD |
Itinerary
Bunmee 4 has four similar but different itineraries which are listed below.
Please check carefully the itinerary for the trip(s) that you are interested in.
3D/3N trips go to Koh Phi Phi, Hin Daeng, Koh Haa and leave from & return to Phuket.
The 4D/4N, 4D/5N & 5D/5N trips visit the Similan Islands and Richelieu Rock, but sometimes leave from and return to different piers.
Click below on the trip you're interested in to see more-detailed itineraries.
The itineraries below are the most-common for each trip, but these can sometimes be changed for a number of reasons. Small changes are made due to weather & sea conditions, special marine life sightings, overcrowded dive sites, local-authorities' instructions, and the needs & requests of the paying guests. The safety & comfort of all guests is most important at all times.
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Itinerary Name (click the itinerary name to open) | Days / Nights | Number of dives |
Facilites, Layout and Specifications
Bunmee 4 Specifications | |
Built: | 2016. |
Length: | 29 metres. |
Width: | 5.8 metres. |
Engines: | 2 x V10 engines 800 hp. |
Generators: | 3 x gemerators, 24 hours electricity, 220v / 380v. |
Fuel: | 8 days of fuel. |
Water: | 12,000 litres |
Compressors: | 2 x dive compressors, air nitrox refills 34 m3/h. |
Navigation: | GPS, Depth Sounder, AIS, Radar. |
Communication: | Marine radio, Telephone. |
Safety: | Pharmacy, Oxygen, First aid kit |
Courses
Bunmee 4 staff can teach CMAS and PADI courses on board. The most-popular courses to take on this boat are the Advanced Open Water (or CMAS2*) and EAN Nitrox speciality courses. There’s also the Adventure Deep dive for Open Water divers who just want to be able to go deeper.
Most of the time it’s possible to decide on your diving course after your Bunmee 4 trip has begun, but it’s much better to let us know first so that we can make sure it’s available, let you know the prices, and prepare as much as possible in your preferred language.
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Courses | Prices |
CMAS:
EANx Nitrox
Including: Manual & Certification
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178
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PADI:
EANx Nitrox
Including: Manual & Certification
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207
USD |
PADI:
Advanced Open Water (AOWC)
Including: Manual & Certification
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249
USD |
Transfer details
There are free shared scheduled transfers available for Bunmee 4 guests on departure and return days. The free pick up & drop off zone is the area nearest to the pier which Bunmee 4 departs from or returns to. Bunmee 4 has several itineraries, and uses piers in Phuket and Khao Lak for its trips. Sometimes, the boat starts and finishes at the same place, but other times it departs from one and returns to the other. These are all detailed in the itineraries, and on the schedule.
In summary, if the boat is leaving from Khao Lak guests in Khao Lak get free transfers and guests in Phuket need to pay a small fee.
Likewise, if the boat is departing from Phuket, Phuket transfers are for free and from Khao Lak for a fee.
This is the same at the end of the trips.
MV Bunmee 4 Scheduled Transfers 4D / 4N Trips
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18:30 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
20:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
18:00 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
18:30 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
MV Bunmee 4 Scheduled Transfers 4D / 5N Trips
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18:30 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
20:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
06:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
08:30 | Drop off to Phuket : Free |
18:00 | Return ( Chalong Pier, Phuket ) |
18:30 | Drop off to Phuket : Free |
MV Bunmee 4 Scheduled Transfers 6D / 6N Trips
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18:30 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
20:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
18:00 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
18:30 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
MV Bunmee 4 Scheduled Transfers 4D / 5N Trips
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18:30 | Pick up from Khao Lak : Free |
20:00 | Departure ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
06:00 | Return ( Tab Lamu Pier, Khao Lak ) |
08:30 | Drop off to Khao Lak : Free |
Guests who are unable to meet the scheduled pick ups or would like private transportation are welcome to contact us to arrange a private taxi at the most competitive rates.
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