Merdeka 1 Liveaboard, Thailand
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9.0 Superb
- from $ 157 / day
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“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 mos…”
Highlights
- Peaceful journey with no engine noise
- Up close with manta rays, turtles, and leopard sharks
- Delicious Thai meals prepared and served
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, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Wine with Dinner, 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, 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
- 9.0 Superb
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Vessel
8.3
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Crew
9.4
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Food
9.5
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Diving
8.8
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Value
9.2
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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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- 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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- 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
- Victoria H
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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!
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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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- 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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- 8.8 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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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Kuba K
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Poland
Great chillout trip with Eric and his team.
Only 4 guests on boat (inc. me and my girfriend), great diveguide and person - Eric, great Thai crew and dive, relax, dive, massage..
- Recommended for
- coziness, atmosphere and Eric
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- 10 Exceptional
- Dirk D
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Germany
So nice and beautiful
All things are perfect the crew, the dive sides and the food. Thx a lot
- Recommended for
- Friendly staff, relaxed in the hammock and good dives
