Merdeka 1 Liveaboard, Thailand
8.8 Fabulous - Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
- Naturalist Guide
- En-Suite bathrooms
“The last dive of our trip, visibility was outstanding and the sun came out, it was amazing!”
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 / day).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Private Dive Guide (3,000 THB / 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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Merdeka 1 Reviews
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- 19 Verified Reviews Only people who have booked through LiveAboard.com and joined the trip can write a review.
- Vessel 7.6
- Crew 8.9
- Food 9.6
- Diving 8.9
- 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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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Alain T
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Australia
Rustic but very enjoyable liveaboard trip.
Boat crew and dive guides were very professional and very patient with newbie divers. Dive sites were good for new divers and there were lots of black tip reef sharks.
- Recommended for
- Boat and crew.. Great dive sites with plenty of life.. Food was plentiful and delicious..
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- 10 Exceptional
- Trent K
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United States
Highlight of our trip
The last dive of our trip, visibility was outstanding and the sun came out, it was amazing!
- Recommended for
- Crew, great weather, dive conditions
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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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- 9.2 Superb
- JULIETTE P
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Netherlands
Superb experience, super nice staff, small group for those who don't like dive factories
Small-group cruise, good food and services, diving without too many people
- Recommended for
- Small-group cruise, good food and services, diving without too many people
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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
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- 8.4 Very good
- Joelle M
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Switzerland
Cruise
Magnificent dives
- Recommended for
- The dives. The dive master. The crew.
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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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- 10 Exceptional
- Michael E
- Germany
Unique!
Great dives and all requests were catered for.
- Recommended for
- The professional divemaster, massage on board, very nice staff
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- 8.4 Very good
- Victoria H
- United States
Great time, excellent customer service and food!
May was so kind and took such great care of us! We had the boat to ourselves and they were great about taking us to every beach and dive site we wanted. The food was delicious, they were careful with my allergies and fed us plenty of snacks! Thanks for the great trip! Oh, and the massages were excellent. Note: the hot tub was not operational.
- Recommended for
- Food was delicious, staff was very courteous, islands and diving were beautiful!
