Liveaboards Burma & Mergui Archipelago
Mergui Archipelago is situated in southernmost Burma and consists of more than 800 islands. Small sea gypsy colonies live on the bigger islands, but most of the islands are uninhabited.
The area is still quite unknown, as it didn’t open for tourists until 1997. Because of its untouched nature, the scenery underwater and on the surface is truly unbelievable.
In the clear blue waters of Mergui Archipelago, you can find species that are rare these days in other popular dive destinations like Thailand. Teeming with beautiful corals and colorful fish, the range of species in the Mergui Archipelago is truly spectacular. There is also a good chance of encountering bigger species like rays and sharks while diving on this special liveaboard.
M/V Jazz facilities and amenities
There are 8 air conditioned cabins, each for two persons. In the air conditioned lounge area you can find comfortable sofas, stereos, TV, DVD player and a movie library. On the sun deck you can sunbath in a sun chair and delicious meals can be enjoyed in a covered outdoor dining area.
There are 4 Divemasters and maximum 16 customers onboard. Dives are conducted in small groups and you will get more personalized service.
Below you'll find an example for cruise and diving schedules. The final schedule depends on the customer wishes and weather conditions.
| Departure day | Departure from Tapla Mu harbor at 17.00, dinner on board. |
| Day 1 | 2 dives Koh Tachai/Richeliu Rock - Ranong Immigration process |
| Day 2 | 4 dives Burma |
| Day 3 | 4 dives Burma |
| Day 4 | 4 dives Burma |
| Day 5 | 2 dives Burma - Ranong immigration process |
| Day 6 | 2 dives Koh Bon/ Boonsong Wreck - arrival Tapla Mu harbor by 15.00, car transportation back to Phuket |
M/V Jazz deck layouts
M/V Jazz technical data
- Length: 25 metres / Beam: 6 metres
- Construction year: 2004
- Generators: 2 x 50 kW
- Engine: 2 x 340 HP
- Cruising speed: 9 knots / top speed 12 knots
- Radar / gps
- 1000 litres of oxygen / Lifejackets
- First Aid kit
- 1 dinghy
Other general information:
- Make sure to bring your latest certification card and your logbook, as we would like to check this before departure. If you do not have a certification card (with you), please let us know in advance.
- On your dives, our experienced Divemasters/instructors will guide you, but if you would like to dive independently as a buddy team, you are more than welcome to do so (only for more experienced divers).
- The dive staff gives a proper dive site briefing before every dive.
- The maximum depth for PADI Open Water divers and equivalent certification levels is 18 metres.
- The maximum depth for PADI Advanced Open Water divers (or equivalent level) and above is 30 meters.
- On board there are 12 liter aluminium tanks with yoke valve, DIN adapters available (has to be booked in advance)
