Classic itinerary for Snorkeling and Sea Kayaking Safari trips in the Mergui Archipelago
Day 1
 Transfer from Ranong, Thailand to Kawthaung (Victoria Point), Myanmar by Shambhala special chartered boat. Depart from Kawthaung by boat to the sea gypsy pass for snorkeling. Cruise to the Myauk Ni Island for an evening arrival. Settled and rest for the night comfortably at the magnificence Shambhala Safari Camp.
Day 2
General briefings for the trip and basic trainings for kayaking shall be conducted at the crystal beach. Our sit-on-top kayaks are very safe and easy to maneuver. Cruise from Myauk Ni Island to Jade Island for exploration by kayaking and snorkeling before lunch. Then, cruise leisurely to Barwell Island. Striking coral reefs, bird watching and wonderful beaches are ideal places for kayaking, snorkeling and swimming. Return to Camp before the sunset for dinner.
Day 3
Have early morning breakfast at the Mergui Lounge at the Safari Camp. Cruise to Hasting Island for exploration by kayaking with the sea gypsies (called Salones by Myanmars and Mokens by Thais) and snorkeling before lunch. To explore the colorful corals, century old mangroves and white sand beaches by kayaking and snorkeling before returning to the Safari Camp.
Day 4
Cruise to the Horse Shoe Island after breakfast at the Mergui Lounge, to explore a large lagoon by kayaking around the Horse Shoe Lagoon. Snorkeling and kayaking the Horse Shoe Bird Nest Cave before lunch. Then, cruise to Cycus Lagoon for exploration by kayaks. Return to the Safari Camp in the evening for shower and dinner.
Day 5
Exploring the tropical forest on one of our trekking routes/trails, which lead to white sand beaches with the most pristine sites that one would ever see. After a quick swim and snorkelling to cool down, cruise back to Mergui Lounge for lunch. In the afternoon, cruise to the Sea Gypsy Galet (strait) for snorkelling and kayaking. And return to the Camp before the sunset for shower and barbecue dinner.
Day 6
 Cruise to St Lukes Islands after breakfast for exploring with kayaks through the century old mangrove and white sand beaches. Corals of St Lukes Islands are some of the best spots for snorkeling. Walk on the white sand beach to explore the long beach and surf on the big waves. Return to the Safari Camp in the evening for another scrumptious dinner.
Day 7
Have early morning breakfast before swimming and snorkel on the crystal beach before boarding Shambhala Boats for the return trip to Kawthaung. Then, transfer back to Ranong by the Shambhala boat.
Note: The times for all activities depend on tide and wind movements.
Prices:
| D1K |
1 day |
US$ |
139 per person |
| D2K |
2 days / 1 night |
US$ |
179 per person |
| D3K |
3 days / 2 nights |
US$ |
349 per person |
| D4K |
4 days / 3 nights |
US$ |
515 per person |
| D5K |
5 days / 4 nights |
US$ |
679 per person |
| D6K |
6 days / 5 nights |
US$ |
839 per person |
| D7K |
7 days / 6 nights |
US$ |
998 per person |
| D8K |
8 days / 7 nights |
US$ |
1,149 per person |
| D9K |
9 days / 8 nights |
US$ |
1,299 per person |
| D10K |
10 days / 9 nights |
US$ |
1,449 per person |
Note: A minimum of 2 persons is required for each trip.
Includes:
- All meals, drinking water and soft drinks (alcoholic beverages are not
included in the above prices)
- English speaking guide
- Service of the Captain, Crew, Cooks and Hostesses
- Sea Kayaks (sit-on-top)
- Snorkeling sets (face masks, snorkels and fins)
- Linen and towels.
- Shambhala special chartered boats
- GPS, Fish-finder
- VHF Radio, SSB Radio
"This is Burma, and it will be quite unlike any land you know about"
Rudyard Kipling - Letters from the Far East 1898
Recommended personal gears to bring:
Swim suits, pants, shirts, shorts, underwear, sneakers, hats, light rain gears, sunglasses, toiletries, cameras, books, writing materials, etc.
We also recommend that all our customers take preventive medicine for malaria before the trip.
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