Love diving but not so crazy about the long tiring travel on buses and ferries? Come on board MV DiveRACE for a hassle free Live aboard dive trip. Sailing mainly to and from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, MV DiveRACE is one of the best Live aboard vessels in the region. Having a private party? Book the MV DiveRACE and you’ll get to choose the dive location and entertainment on board for a unique and unforgettable experience.
If you’re looking to dive somewhere more exotic, DiveRACE also organises trips to destinations such as Layang Layang, Sipadan, and Maldives, from time to time. Have a specific destination in mind that’s not on our itinerary? Send us a suggestion at info@diverace.com and if there is a demand for it, you might just see it on our list of upcoming trips under News and Announcements.
“The instructors made me feel completely at ease despite me not having dived for several months prior to my trip, and the crew was incredibly helpful, making gearing up a hassle-free process.”
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| - Denise Chen |
Item Description
(All equipments are brand new!) |
In Singapore |
In Phuket |
| Buoyancy Control Device |
SGD 10 per day |
THB 250 per day |
| Regulator |
SGD 10 per day |
THB 250 per day |
| Wetsuit (long/short) |
SGD 10 per day |
THB 250 per day |
| Diving Mask |
SGD 5 per day |
THB 120 per day |
| Fins (full-foot) |
SGD 5 per day |
THB 120 per day |
| Diving Computer |
SGD 15 per day |
THB 300 per day |
| Underwater Torch |
SGD 10 per day |
F.O.C. |
*Do note that all divers are advised to carry a Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) and Dive Computers
Item Description
(All equipments are brand new!) |
In Singapore |
In Phuket |
| Nitrox – 22% to 36% oxygen |
SGD 15 per tank |
THB 350 per tank |
| Technical diving – oxygen |
SGD 0.05 per litre |
THB 2 per litre |
Technical diving – Helium
(must order 1 week in advance) |
SGD 0.08 per litre |
THB 2 per litre |
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(shown on Trip Schedules and Booking)
| INCLUDES |
EXCLUDES |
All Meals on Board
Stipulated amount of Dives
Accommodation on Board
Dive Guides
Weights + Weight Belts |
Any transfers
Equipment Rental
Marine Park Taxes (if applicable)
Travel Insurance
Soft Drinks or Alcohol |
Anambas Islands |
| Best time to dive |
April to Oct |
| Water Temperature |
26 – 29 degrees Celsius |
| Depth |
10m to >40m |
| Experience Level |
Beginners and above |
| Marine Life |
Reef fishes, Jacks, Moray Eels, Ghost Pipe Fishes, Reef Sharks, Turtles, Soft and Hard Corals, Pelagic creatures |
| Currents |
usually mild, strong at deeper dive sites |
| Common sites |
Acasta Rock, Malangbiru, Repong Island, Katoka Reef |
Note: October is a good time to dive at this location, as there is a high chance of manta rays. One of the best dive locations with a healthy marine ecosystem.
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7 Skies Wreck |
| Best time to dive |
April to Oct |
| Water Temperature |
27 – 29 degrees Celsius |
| Depth |
30m to >40m |
| Experience Level |
Advanced, suitable for Wreck Diver Course |
| Marine Life |
Reef fishes, Jacks, Barracudas, Manta Rays, Whale Sharks, Reef Sharks, Turtles, Soft Corals |
| Currents |
strong |
Note: Extreme caution is needed when diving as the nearest compression chamber is hours away. It is advised that divers are advanced trained and experienced. |
| Method |
Sailing via MV DiveRACE |
| Spaces available |
20 pax |
| Travel period |
Friday to Sunday / Friday to Monday (April to Oct) |
| Traveling Time |
8-10 hrs (to destination) |
| Meeting Point |
Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (Singapore) @ 1830hrs |
* Divers will be informed if there is a change in meeting point and / or time |
(shown on Trip Schedules and Booking)
| INCLUDES |
EXCLUDES |
All Meals on Board
Stipulated amount of Dives
Accommodation on Board
Dive Guides
Weights + Weight Belts
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Any transfers
Equipment Rental
Marine Park Taxes (if applicable)
Travel Insurance
Soft Drinks or Alcohol
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Pulau Tioman |
| Best time to dive |
April to Oct |
| Water Temperature |
27 – 29 degrees Celsius |
| Depth: |
10m to 30m |
| Experience Level |
Beginners and above, suitable for courses |
| Marine Life |
Reef Sharks, Turtles, Reef fishes, Nudibranchs, Barracudas, Decorated Crabs, Cuttlefishes, Soft and hard corals |
| Currents |
usually mild, rarely strong |
| Common sites |
Chebeh island, Bahara Rock, Renggis Island, Fan Canyon, Malang Rock, Labas Island, Jahat |
Note: Famous Dive destination for a weekend getaway. Suitable for non-divers.
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Pulau Aur / Dayang |
| Best time to dive |
April to Oct |
| Water Temperature |
27 – 29 degrees Celsius |
| Depth |
10m to 40m |
| Experience Level |
Beginners and above, suitable for courses |
| Marine Life |
Turtles, Reef fishes, Nudibranchs, Barracudas, Soft and hard corals, Whale shark, Manta Ray |
| Currents |
mild to strong |
| Common sites |
Pulau Lang, Rayner’s Rock, The Pinnacles, Pulau Pinang, Captain’s Point |
Note: There are higher chances to spot large marine creatures in April and Oct. |
Kuantan Wreck |
| Best time to dive |
April to Oct |
| Water Temperature |
27 – 29 degrees Celsius |
| Depth |
23m |
| Experience Level |
Advanced, suitable for Wreck Diver Course |
| Marine Life |
Leopard sharks, Reef fishes, Soft corals, Moray eels, Jacks, Stingrays |
| Currents |
mild to strong |
Note: Varella (Gyosan Maru) wreck is located nearby for more variety in diving spots. |
Pulau Redang |
| Best time to dive |
April to Oct |
| Water Temperature |
26 – 29 degrees Celsius |
| Depth |
10m to 30m |
| Experience Level |
Beginner and above, suitable for courses |
| Marine Life |
Lion fish, Reef fishes, Soft and hard corals, Turtles, Reef sharks, Nudibranch, Barracudas |
| Currents |
usually mild, strong at deeper dive sites |
| Common Sites |
Big Mount, Mini Mount, Pulau Lima, Terumbu Kiri, Marine Park Centre |
Note: The farthest dive destination from Singapore on board MV Pantip. Only available on a long weekend trip.
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Pulau Tenggol |
| Best time to dive |
April to Oct |
| Water Temperature |
26 – 29 degrees Celsius |
| Depth: |
30m to > 40m |
| Experience Level |
Advanced |
| Marine Life |
Jacks, Barracudas, Reef Sharks, Whale Sharks, Reef fishes, Turtles, Soft and hard corals |
| Currents |
strong |
| Common Sites |
Tokong Timur, Batu Tokong Laut, Tenggol Bay, Batu Tokong Kamudi |
Note: Large rocky outcrops and boulder-like terrain dominate the seascape for a breath taking view. It is advised divers are advanced trained as it is mainly wall diving. |
| Method |
Sailing via MV DiveRACE |
| Spaces available |
20 pax |
| Travel period |
April to Oct |
| Traveling Time |
14-16 hrs (to destination) |
| Meeting Point |
Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (Singapore) @ 1830hrs |
* Divers will be informed if there is a change in meeting point and / or time |
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(shown on Trip Schedules and Booking)
| INCLUDES |
EXCLUDES |
All Meals on Board
Stipulated amount of Dives
Accommodation on Board
Dive Guides
Weights + Weight Belts
Transfers to boat/hotel |
Any Flights
Equipment Rental
Marine Park Taxes (if applicable)
Travel Insurance
Soft Drinks or Alcohol |
Similan Islands |
| Best time to dive |
Nov to March |
| Water Temperature: |
25 – 28 degrees Celsius |
| Depth: |
10m to 30+m |
| Experience Level: |
Beginners and above, suitable for courses |
| Marine Life: |
Reef fishes, Eels, Ghost Pipe Fishes, Reef Sharks, Leopard Sharks, Turtles, Soft and Hard Corals, Ghost pipe fish |
| Currents |
usually mild, strong at deeper dive sites |
| Common Sites |
East of Eden, Elephant Head Rock, Deep 6, Shark Fin Reef, Christmas Point |
Note: This place has beautiful beaches that allows for stopovers. One of the best places to dive in the world. |
Richelieu Rock |
| Best time to dive |
Nov to March |
| Water Temperature: |
25 – 28 degrees Celsius |
| Depth: |
6m to 36m |
| Experience Level: |
Advanced |
| Marine Life: |
Reef fishes, Eels, Ghost Pipe Fishes, Octopus, Lion fish, Stone fish, Soft and Hard Corals, Whale Sharks, Barracudas |
| Currents |
strong |
Note: It is a photographer’s heaven as macro and large pelagic creatures are always around. It is advised that divers are advanced trained and experienced. |
Koh Bon / Koh Taichai |
| Best time to dive |
Nov to March |
| Water Temperature: |
25 – 28 degrees Celsius |
| Depth: |
10m to 30m |
| Experience Level: |
Advanced |
| Marine Life: |
Reef fishes, Eels, Stone fish, Soft and Hard Corals, Manta Rays, Leopard Sharks |
| Currents |
strong |
Note: The best area to spot Manta rays gliding through the water. The dive sites have rocky bottoms.
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| Method |
Sailing via MV DiveRACE |
| Spaces available |
14 pax |
| Travel period |
Nov to March |
| Traveling Time |
4-5 hrs (to destination) |
| Meeting Point |
Tap Lamu Pier (Phuket, Thailand) @ 2000hrs |
* Divers will be informed if there is a change in meeting point and / or time |
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