Merdeka 1 Liveaboard, Thailand
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8.7 Fabulous
- from € 172 / day
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“Food was great, staff were awesome and the rooms were even better than expected on the top deck! ”
Highlights
The Merdeka 1 liveaboard is a traditional Indonesian phinisi built in South Sulawesi and made of traditional teak and ironwood. She is now based in Thailand and offers fantastic 4-night dive and adventure cruises from Phuket. Itineraries sail around the beautiful Islands of Phi Phi, Koh Bida, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, and Koh Racha Noi. Divers can get up close with manta rays, turtles, and leopard sharks, and there are ample opportunities for snorkellers to enjoy the underwater beauty and fish life. Each day allows plenty of time for relaxation, whether massages, beach walks, or sunbathing. Enjoy the sunset with a cocktail or two, delicious Thai food, and even the chance to enjoy the nightlife on Phi Phi during the evening.
Topside, the Merdeka 1 boat accommodates just 8 guests in 4 cabins. Each cabin features an en-suite bathroom with hot water, all pillows, linen and towels, and a fan. Relax on the large open deck with mattresses, ideal for dozing in the afternoon sun or enjoying a traditional massage. Delicious Thai meals are freshly prepared and served family-style at the large dining table.
The Merdeka 1 liveaboard offers the perfect combination of diving, snorkeling, and relaxation. Book online today to book your Thai cruise.
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Included: VAT, Port Fees, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Extra Dives, Fishing, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Massage.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (600 THB per day).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Private Dive Guide (3,000 THB per day), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (66-325 EUR).
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Cabin Types
Merdeka 1 Reviews
- 8.7 Fabulous
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Vessel
7.6
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Crew
8.9
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Food
9.6
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Diving
8.9
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Value
8.8
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- 9.2 Superb
- Val F
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New Zealand
4 night charter experience.
The diving was the absolute highlight with knowledgeable and professional dive guides: The food was excellent as were the staff - and the massages.
- Recommended for
- The Diving. Flexible approach to itinerary. Staff.
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- 7.2 Good
- Christopher J
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United Kingdom
Diving/snorkelling were good but disappointing accommodation
Enjoyable experience overall but the state of the accommodation was poor and desperately needs refurbishment. The amazing variety of sea life was the highlight and the island cliffs were fantastic.
- Recommended for
- Only our group + one other onboard. Varied dive sites. Friendly helpful staff/crew and Good food.
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- 6.4 Review score
- Michael H
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United Kingdom
South from Chalong
Quite an old boat, Merdaeka 1 certainly has character but is in need of quite a bit of TLC. It is one of the few Thai liveaboards going south from Chalong, which is why we booked it (we = four members of Wirral Sub Aqua Club). And as there were only four of us we had plenty of room for kitting up
- Recommended for
- At last managed to do the southern Andaman itinerary. Quite laid back and relaxing. Alex (dive guide) looked after us well.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Kim R
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Norway
An experience to remember!
John and our group made this a nice trip.
- Recommended for
- Jon was an excellent diving guide. Very nice group of people on the boat. Nice sites.
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- 8.0 Very good
- Emanuele G
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Italy
Cozy trip
+ tanks and gear easy to access and seamless get in and out of the water. Staff helpful + excellent food and onboard massage! + nice cosy and spacious cabins - boat engine on all night to keep the (necessary) AC on… very disturbing
- Recommended for
- Diving experience, food, massage
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- 10 Exceptional
- Caroline S
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United States
Excellent dive master and crew, fantastic food and great value for money
I particularly like that Merdeka had a women dive master and we were the first to the best dive sites, including Koh Phi Phi's most famous, which is usually very crowded. The captain and the crew were very professional and kind. The food was excellent and the massage was the cherry on top!
- Recommended for
- First at the dive sites, excellent food and great massage
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- 6.0 Review score
- Ben T
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Austria
Nice boat, lazy diveguide
The boat was okay, and the dive sites were unexpectedly beautiful. Unfortunately, the entire experience was somewhat overshadowed by a very demotivated dive guide: one less dive than promised, no support in handling the equipment, absolutely unorganized, and massively delayed departure. It felt like one had to beg to get what was promised. With a different guide, the trip would have been fantastic.
- Recommended for
- Essen, Massagen, Meer
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- 10 Exceptional
- Ricky W
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United Kingdom
Outstanding value
Superb experience on board the Merdeka. Food was great, staff were awesome and the rooms were even better than expected on the top deck! Alex our dive instructor was also extremely considerate of what everyone on board wanted - he even managed to squeeze an extra dive in for us when the one before had tough currents. Couldnt have possibly asked for me…would definitely going back next time I’m in Thailand, highly recommend
- Recommended for
- Accommodation, value and dive guides
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- 8.0 Very good
- Renee H
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United States
Wonderful diving and great comfort on board!
The crew worked together to provide safe diving and non populated dive sites and comfortable nights of rest. The food, Massage, and professionalism provided a dive vacation of my dreams!
- Recommended for
- The Crew, Divemaster, and food!!
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Axel S
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Germany
Charming boat - blissful days
Upper deck cabins with a view/ lounging on the sun deck
- Recommended for
- Wooden charm / atmosphere / massages included
