MERGUI ARCHIPELAGO,
SEA KAYAK AND ADVENTURE CRUISES

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 well over 50 years. This area is totally untouched by modern development, with a rich history of maritime trade, mysticism and piracy.
The modern-day Mergui Archipelago is in 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 and wild pigs. 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. This magnificent wilderness is one of the world's natural treasures.

7-DAY SEA KAYAK SAFARI
Sunday-Saturday
(Ranong-Lampi Island-Phuket)
SUNDAY DAY 01 (PHUKET) - RANONG - KAWTHAUNNG - LAMPI ISLAND (-,-,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 air-conditioned mini-bus to Ranong, or flying directly to Ranong, or flying domestically from Yangon to Kawthoung. Bangkok Airways operate daily flights from Bangkok (departing 08.20 am) to Ranong (arriving 09.40 am). Clients should take a taxi from Ranong airport to Ranong Garden Hotel where they will be picked-up around 2.00 pm.
Check out at Immigration (Ranong) then cross the Pakchan river (the border) by long tail boat to Kawthaung (Myanmar). Upon arrival in Kawthaung, short sightseeing in this interesting border trading town, formerly known as Victoria Point, before boarding support vessel 'Seal 1' for fast transfer to Kayak Safari 'Base Camp' on Lampi Island. You will be met by the Camp Hostess on arrival and settled in to a comfortable and relaxing tropical camp environment. Dinner and drinks will be served.

MONDAY DAY 02 LAMPI ISLAND (B,L,D)
After breakfast, general briefing and basic kayak training before visiting the sea gypsy village to experience this unique culture and way of life. After lunch paddle to the west side of Lampi Island and spend the evening relaxing around the camp fire.

TUESDAY DAY 03 LAMPI ISLAND (B,L,D)
Early morning start: paddle and explore a fascinating mangrove river (dependent on tide). Following a lunch time beach BBQ and swim, paddle back to the camp for evening cocktails and seafood dinner.

WEDNESDAY DAY 04 LAMPI ISLAND (B,L,D)
Spend the morning snorkeling and exploring the nearby islands and coral reefs. After a lunch time rendezvous, trekking through the tropical rain-forest. Enjoy a late afternoon swim before sundowner cocktails are served.

THURSDAY DAY 05 LAMPI ISLAND (B,L,D)
An exhilarating early morning paddle across to Salet Galet, a fascinating area which you can explore at your leisure. Relax in the afternoon before dinner, after which comes a moonlight paddle in the sheltered waters of this unique area.

FRIDAY DAY 06 LAMPI ISLAND (B,L,D)
Relaxing paddle around the south coast of Wa-Ale Khun to a stunning white sandy beach for a picnic lunch. In the afternoon free to explore the island or relax on the beach and get ready for the evening's seafood and cocktail extravaganza.

SATURDAY DAY 07 LAMPI ISLAND - KAWTHAUNG - RANONG (PHUKET) (B,-,-)
Early morning breakfast in camp. Transfer back to Kawthaung by 'Seal 1' (approx. 90 minutes).
On arrival, complete immigration formalities, then transfer back to Ranong by long-tail boat where a mini-bus will be waiting to take you back to Phuket. Arrival time is about 04:00 pm.

The visited region is still undeveloped for most aspects of tourism. This is essentially an adventure tour. All skill levels and ages welcome, no prior kayak experience is required. 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.

DEPARTURE DATES : (Seat-in-coach, minimum 2 persons)

Price:
Euro 980 all-inclusive Safari package - 6 days/6 nights
Euro 1,143 all-inclusive Safari package - 7 days/7 nights ( K-10 & K-11)

Plus US$100 for entry permit and visa

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(All prices are subject to changes)
OUR PACKAGE TOUR RATES ARE INCLUSIVE OF:
* 6 nights accommodation in safari style camp
* Full-board, starting with dinner on day 1, terminating with breakfast on day 7
* Transportation to/from Kawthaung as specified in the itinerary
* 7-days guided Sea Kayak Safari by single and double sit-on-top Ocean Kayaks
* Support vessel and support crew of hostess, skipper, English speaking guide, cook and porters
* Use of equipment.

NOT INCLUDED ARE:
* Travel Insurance
* Customs Entry Permit, Port Fee and Visa Fee (approx. US$ 100.00 per person, payment on the spot)
* Air tickets to/from Kawthaung, Ranong or Phuket
* Expenditure of a personal nature such as drinks, tips, souvenirs etc.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Deposit and cancellation policy for Sea Kayak Safari, Adventure Cruise and Diving Cruise:
25% deposit is required to confirm any booking. The reservation cannot be held without deposit. The remaining 75% must be paid no later than 30 days before cruise departure.

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.

Access by air to Kawthaung is rather difficult. Yangon Airways operates three flights a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday (subject to change without prior notice) and Air Mandalay operates two flights a week on Monday and Thursday (subject to change without prior notice) between Yangon and Kawthaung. These flights are, however, often canceled at short notice. We recommend that you book your guests on flights originating in Bangkok, either to Ranong or Phuket (daily services by Bangkok Airways or Thai Airways International).

Guests joining in Phuket or Ranong do not need to apply for Myanmar visas at Myanmar Embassies. They will be issued with Myanmar Entry Permits in Kawthaung which are valid for the duration of their selected program (no prior arrangements are necessary). Guests must enter and exit at Kawthaung. and cannot extend their stay in Myanmar. Guests who in addition wish to travel to other areas in Myanmar need to apply for a Myanmar Visa at a Myanmar Embassy and must obtain a special permit which will be arranged by Mekong Travel Ltd. In order to obtain such permit we need your guests passport details, nationality and occupation latest 1 month prior to departure.

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