This Eco-cruise is
a combination of Sailing/Exploration/
Snorkelling/Kayaking & Diving and is suitable for
non-divers as well as divers. The number of dives
would be 6-8 during the course of the trip.
Comprising over eight hundred islands and covering
an area of ten thousand square miles, these pristine
islands had, until January 1997, been closed to all
foreigners for over fifty years. This beautiful area
is totally untouched by modern development, with a
rich history of maritime trade, mysticism and
piracy. The modern - day Mergui Archipelago is as it
was in days gone by, bar the piracy! Due to the
archipelago's virtual isolation, the islands and
surrounding seas are alive with an amazing diversity
of wildlife, flora and fauna. Parrots, hornbills,
sea eagles, Brahminy kites and herons fill the
skies, whilst on land the animal population includes
wild cattle, elephants, monkeys, deer, wild pigs,
tigers, crocodiles and rhinoceros. The only human
inhabitants in the area are the sea gypsies, a
nomadic sea - faring race whose lifestyle has
changed very little over the years, they have been
the sole inhabitants of the Mergui Archipelago over
the years and still practice the same fishing and
boat building techniques used for generations.
Detail Itinerary
Day 1 :
Ranong(D)
Early afternoon meet on arrival in
Ranong (Thai side of Thailand/Myanmar border).
Guests have a choice of either joining this tour at
an assembly point in Phuket for a 5-hour free trip
by airconditioned mini-bus to Ranong, or flying
directly Ranong, or flying domestically from Yangon
to Kawthoung. Bangkok Airways operate daily flights
from Bangkok (departing 08.20 a.m.) to Ranong
(arriving 09.40 a.m.). Clients should take a taxi
from Ranong airport to Ranong Garden Hotel where
they will be picked-up around 2.00 p.m.
Check out at Immigration (Ranong) then cross the
Pakchan river (the border) by long-tail boat to
Kawthoung. Sightseeing in this interesting border
trading town, before boarding the yacht. Depart from
Kawthoung early evening for the islands of the
Mergui Archipelago.
Overnight :
On board "GAEA"
Day 2 :
Crescent Bay(B/L/D)
Morning spent relaxing and snorkeling at Crescent
Bay (a cluster of islands grouped together to form a
beautiful bay) with white beaches in every
direction. Afternoon sailing north to Pulau Laviaung
island. A few hours spent at this beautiful spot for
beach exploration and swimming. Afternoon travelling
north again to Pulau Nala to visit the Moken (sea
gypsy) village. Evening at anchor in this vicinity.
Overnight :
On board "GAEA"
Day 3 : Lampi Island(B/L/D)
Exploring Lampi island including a
visit to the southern-most of the island’s mangrove
rivers using the inflatable dinghy and kayaks.
Afternoon sail north along the western coast of Lamp
visiting Pulau Tayu, anchoring at Kubo islands.
Overnight :
On board "GAEA"
Day 4: Kubo Island (B/L/D)
River visit to the northern-most river on
Lampi island, tide permitting. Afternoon spent sailing and
exploring Kubo island. Evening at Salet Galet; a secluded
'S' shaped channel which guarantees a calm, secluded
anchorage. This is a good place for bird-life including
hornbills. Crab-eating maqueks (monkey) can be seen her on
the shoreline feasting on oysters.
Overnight : On board
"GAEA"
Day 5 : Clara Island (B/L/D)
Early morning sail to Clara Island. The day to be
spent snorkeling, swimming, diving and relaxing
here. Barbecue in the evening - weather permitting -
on one of the archipelago's most beautiful beaches.
Overnight : On
board "GAEA"
Day 6 : In through the Out-door (B/L/D)
Early morning sail south to dive site
named "In through the Out-door"!. Continue
travelling south, stopping at Cavern, McCarthy and
Stewart Islands for diving in this vicinity. Late
afternoon departure for return to Kawthoung,
arriving early next morning.
Overnight : On
board "GAEA"
Day 7 : Phuket (B)
After breakfast on board, disembark
at 8.00 a.m. for return journey to Phuket (arriving
Phuket at approximately 3.30 p.m.)
The visited region is still undeveloped for most
aspects of tourism. This is essentially and
adventure tour. Every effort will be made to ensure
that the published itinerary is followed as closely
as possible. However, given uncertain local
conditions, all schedules and itineraries are
subject to alterations and delays at short notice.
We reserve the right to substitute ‘Gaea’ with
another yacht without prior notice.
Meal :
B = Breakfast / L = lunch / D = Dinner
Departure Datee
Every Sunday
Price:
Upon Request
Remark
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Deposit and cancellation policy for Sea Kayak Safari,
Adventure Cruise and Diving Cruise:
Period Cancellation Fee
- 33 days or more no cancellation fees
- 16-32 days 50 % of total fare
- within 15 days prior to departure 100 % of total fare
Cancellation Clause: If circumstances should arise such as
political unrest, fighting on the Thai/Myanmar border, or
any risk to customers or vessels, we reserve the right to
cancel the trip. If this should be the case, we would
reroute the trip to a destination in Thailand at no extra
cost to customers. We also reserve the right to change the
itineraries shown above to take into account flights,
weather, water clarity and pelagic action at time of the
trip.
Force Majeure: If, before the start of the cruise, Acts of
God, political incident, perils of sea, force majeure or
heavy weather covering the cruise route or ports of call
should render sailing inadvisable or dangerous to the life
or health of the passengers or to the vessel, the vessel
captain, with or without consultation, shall have the right
to delay the cruise. Likewise, in the course of the
execution of the cruise, should heavy weather or force
majeure events occur to make it inadvisable for passengers
to land, or for the vessel to enter a port, the vessel
captain shall have the right to delay or postpone sailing
until conditions permit the parties to make adjustments to
the itinerary including cancellation of certain landfalls or
the re-sequencing of island visits.
