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6 Days Myanmar Island Escape – Yacht Cruise in Mergui Archipelago
Mergui Archipelago
Virtually unknown, the Mergui Archipelago is located in Myanmar's remote south featuring a group of 800 deserted islands. Fulfil your explorer dream via our join-in scheduled cruise around the islands’ beautiful white sand beaches.
Think swimming in azure water amongst colourful reef fish, spotting corals, and collecting seashells! And then we explore mangrove forest, the local monastery and tribes, rounding up our adventures with a beach party and relaxing under the stars in the Andaman Sea.
We promise you, you will never look at Myanmar the same way with your new insights.
*This cruise itinerary can be an extension in any of our ready or customized itinerary.
Day 1 | D
Board the Yacht
After the welcome aboard your yacht we will set sail to Barwell Island and spend evening on the beach and swim before dinner and drinks.
Day 2 | B, L, D
Island Hopping
Leisurely breakfast on board. After a refreshing swim we start our passage to Island No. 115, a place often frequented by Moken sea gypsies. In the afternoon we will reach the group of small islands called Mid Group. If time permits, we go for a dinghy excursion into a nearby mangrove forest on Island No. 88. After the evening swim we have dinner in this beautiful covered area.
Day 3 | B, L, D
Heritage, Culture & Nature
In the morning we slowly sail towards the little village on Nyaung Wee Island and visit the local tribes. After lunch we sail west to Great Swinton Island. Jungle walk along the creek and collecting seashells on the huge beach. For all interested in Buddhism, a short visit in a local monastery. Snorkelling, then sundowners on deck. Watching the bioluminescent plankton at night.
Day 4 | B, L, D
Early-morning sail to tiny Ohway Island for the best snorkelling (and great fishing) in the region. Observe the colourful life of the reef, full of soft and hard corals and plentiful of tropical fish. After lunch we set sails for Jar Lann Kyun and anchor in its large fjord, one of the most spectacular bays in the archipelago. In the mangrove forest we watch the hornbills at dusk. Fine dining on board. Relaxation time under the starry sky.
Day 5 | B, L, D
Long, leisurely sail towards Za Det Nge Island with its beautiful bays and beaches. Visit Rhino Island on the way. It’s stunning beach and calm turquoise waters are perfect for enjoying the sun. Later we move towards Za Det Nge’s for last night’s dinner party on the beach.
Day 5 | B
Farewell
Early morning final passage towards Kawthaung. Casual brunch on board before we reach the pier and bid farewell to the Mergui.
Cruise Overview
Yachts: “Melta IV” or “Meltemi” or other comparable boat
Region: In Myanmar’s Mergui Archipelago
Available from mid-Sep to mid-May (Divine will advise cruise schedule on enquiry)
Charter Rate Includes:
- Cabin on single/double/triple share (single cabin add 50% supplement)
- 3 full meals per day, non-alcoholic-beverages, water
- Fuel, electric power
- Usage of dinghy boat, sea kayak, snorkeling equipment, fishing equipment
- Service of crew during cruise
- Towels
- Vessel insurance
- Airport shared transfers — Kawthaung or Ranong Airports only
Charter Rate Excludes:
- Government charges of USD310 per person for entrance into Mergui Archipelago (Divine will advise on enquiry)
- Other service not mentioned in package
- Alcoholic beverages
- Visa, immigration and other government fees
- Personal health insurance and other personal insurances
- Other personal expenses
- Tips for the crew