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M/V
Philkade. Luxury Liveaboard Cruising at Its Finest! |
The
29-meter M/V Philkade, launched in 2002, has been designed
specifically for luxury liveaboard diving cruises. Our 5-star
comfort for a limited number provide the answer for those
tired compromising between exceptional diving and discomfort
and those who prefer diving amidst a school of fish rather
than school of divers.
The
three decks plus fly bridge include 6 spacious guest cabins,
1 master, 4 doubles and 1 triple, all meticulously appointed,
including bathroom, and air conditioned. The 70 m2 'mega
yacht' dining room and salon is furnished in teak, leather
and granite and includes a bar and home theater. The sunbath
platform and canopied fly bridge are perfect for either
catching some rays or watching the sunset with your favorite
cocktail.
Built
to meet all international standards, M/V Philkade is equipped
with the latest electronics and safety equipment and is
capable of transoceanic cruises.
Cabin
layout and deck plan
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Cabin
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Cabin
Type
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Bed
Type
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Description
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1.
Aquamarine
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Superior
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1
Double Queen (2 Pax)
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Ensuite
Bathroom, Home Theatre, Safe
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2.
Sea Horse
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Deluxe
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1
Double (2 Pax)
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Ensuite
Bathroom, Safe
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3.
Sea Star
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Standard
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1
Single + 2 Bunks (3 Pax)
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Bathroom
shared with cabin 4, Safe
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4.
Manta Ray
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Standard
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1
Double (2 Pax)
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Bathroom
shared with cabin 3, Safe
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5.
Sea Turtle
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Deluxe
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1
Double (2 Pax)
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Ensuited
Bathroom, Safe
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6.
Dolphin
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Deluxe
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1
Double (2 Pax)
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Ensuited
Bathroom, Safe
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MV Philkade Cruise
Schedule & Price Oct 2006 -
May 2007.
Itinerary |
Deluxe/Pax |
Superior/Pax |
Standard/Pax |
A:
Similan-Richelieu 5D/6N |
1,960.- |
1,650.- |
1,390.- |
B:
Similan-Surin 6D/7N |
2,350.- |
1,980.- |
1,670.- |
C:
Similan-Richelieu-Burma 9D/10N
C1:
Similan-Richelieu 4D/4N
C2: Burma
5D/6N |
3,530.-
1,600.-
2,090.- |
2,970.-
1,390.-
1,740.- |
2,590.-
1,190.-
1,550.- |
D: Burma
6D/7N |
2,350.- |
1,980.- |
1,730.- |
Remarks
As for the itinerary C 9days/10nights that encompasses the Similan Islands,
Richelieu, and the Mergui Archipelago, this trip can be taken as the whole
nine days and ten nights, leaving from Chalong Bay/Phuket and returning to
Ranong (Itinerary C1). Or It is possible to travel from Chalong Bay/Phuket to
the Similan Islands and Richelieu, disembarking at Ranong four days later. Or
it is possible to join M/V Philkade in Ranong and travel the Mergui
Archipelago for five days and six nights and return back to Ranong (Itinerary
C2).
10% discount on all liveaboard trips for non-divers
For full boat charter price, please contact us.
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and subject
to change. (fuel surcharge excluded)
Includes:
Accommodation on Board
Food (3 meals/day, snacks, fruits, drinking water, tea and
coffee)
Airport or hotel transfers on departure and arrival days
Services of boat crew
Services of dive masters, and/or dive instructors
Maximum of 4 dives per day
Weight belts and tanks
Excludes:
"Fuel Surcharge" of US$15 per person per night. (payable at
the dive center before cruise departure)
National Park Entry Fee of 200 Baht per person per each
entry for both divers and non divers and National Park Fee for divers of 200 Baht per diver per day (diver only). (Prices may
change without prior notice from the Thai Forestry department).
Visa Fee to Burma of USD150.- per person
Soft drinks and beer are available for sale on board.
Diving equipment are available for rent. (payable at the
dive center before cruise departure)
Diving courses
Dive insurance
Special compulsory New years' Gala Dinner for new year trip
priced at USD80.- per pax.
Nitrox fill: USD6.- per tank
Visa
Requirements for Thailand and Burma :
Visitors to Thailand from most western countries, including Europe, North
America, Australia and New Zealand are granted a 30 day stay on arrival.
Other nationals are required to produce a tourist visa and should contact
their local Thai consulate for more details.
To enter Burma (Myanmar)you will need a visa. If you join our trip to Myanmar
(Burma), we will arrange everything for you, but you will need to give us
your passport details in advance. You will also need to bring with you four
passport size photographs, 3 copies of your passport & your visa fee
(payable only in CRISP, cash US$).
Month |
Trip Ref. |
Destination |
Date |
Days/ Nights |
Port of Dept. |
Port of Arr. |
Oct 06 |
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A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
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Oct 15 Sun - Oct 21 Sat |
Oct 21 Sat - Oct 27 Thur |
Oct 27 Thur - Nov 02 Thu |
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Nov 06 |
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A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
C: Similan-Burma |
D: Burma-Similan |
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Nov 2 Thur - Nov 8 Wed |
Nov 8 Wed - Nov 14 Tue |
Nov 14 Tue - Nov 20 Mon |
Nov 20 Mon - Nov 30 Thur |
Nov 30 Thur - Dec 07 Thur |
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5D/6N |
5D/6N |
5D/6N |
9D/10N |
6D/7N |
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Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
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Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
Chalong |
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Dec 06 |
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A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
B: Similan-Surin |
B: Similan-Surin |
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Dec 7 Thur - Dec 13 Wed |
Dec 13 Wed - Dec 19 Tue |
Dec 19 Tue - Dec 26 Tue |
Dec 26 Tue - Jan 2 Tue |
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Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
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Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
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Jan 07 |
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A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
C: Similan-Burma |
D: Burma-Similan |
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Jan 2 Tue - Jan 8 Mon |
Jan 8 Mon - Jan 14 Sun |
Jan 14 Sun - Jan 24 Wed |
Jan 24 Wed - Jan 31 Wed |
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|
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
|
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
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Feb 07 |
|
A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
C: Similan-Burma |
D: Burma-Similan |
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Jan 31 Wed - Feb 6 Tue |
Feb 6 Tue - Feb 12 Mon |
Feb 12 Mon - Feb 18 Sun |
Feb 18 Sun - Feb 28 Wed |
Feb 28 Wed - Mar 7 Wed |
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5D/6N |
5D/6N |
5D/6N |
9D/10N |
6D/7N |
|
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
|
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
Chalong |
|
Mar 07 |
|
A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
C: Similan-Burma |
D: Burma-Similan |
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Mar 7 Wed - Mar 13 Tue |
Mar 13 Tue - Mar 19 Mon |
Mar 19 Mon - Mar 29 Thur |
Mar 29 Thur - Apr 5 Thur |
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|
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
|
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
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Apr 07 |
|
A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
C: Similan-Burma |
D: Burma-Similan |
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Apr 5 Thur - Apr 11 Wed |
Apr 11 Wed - Apr 17 Tue |
Apr 17 Tue - Apr 27 Fri |
Apr 27 Fri - Mar 4 Fri |
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|
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
|
Chalong |
Chalong |
Chalong |
Ranong |
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May 07 |
|
A: Similan-Richelieu |
A: Similan-Richelieu |
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May 4 Fri - May 10 Thur |
May 10 Thur - May 16 Wed |
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Remark
: *Special New Year's Trip with Gala Dinner.
Course |
No. of days |
Price (USD) |
Remark |
Discover scuba diving |
1 |
115.- |
- |
Open water diver |
3 - 4 |
319.- |
Including PADI Open Water Manual to keep. |
Advanced open water diver |
2 |
235.- |
- |
Emergency first response |
1 |
95.- |
- |
New PADI Rescue Course |
3 |
260.- |
- |
Enriched Air Nitrox Diver |
2 |
190.- |
- |
Dive master course |
2 - 4 weeks |
685.- |
If live-aboard, USD1,050.- |
Diving Equipment |
Price (USD) / Day |
Cost onboard |
Price (USD) |
Full Set* |
20 |
Nitrox fill (tank) |
6 |
BCD |
6 |
Beer (can) |
2 |
Regulator |
6 |
Wine (Bottle) |
30 |
Wet Suit (shorty) |
5 |
Philkade T-Shirt |
12 |
Mask |
4 |
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Fins |
4 |
Torch |
5 |
Dive Computer |
12 |
| Remark
: Torch and Dive Computer not included in full set. |
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