Myanmar Cruise information
Myanmar possesses many rivers, streams, lakes, ponds as well as
the coastline of some 1,300 miles. Vessels of many types and
sizes have been an important part of the transportation system
in Myanmar. They have been used to convey goods and people, for
ceremonial and recreational purposes and in times past, for
waging war.
 RV Mahaythi :-
RV MAHAYTHI offering two cruises traveling into the network of
Ayeyarwady Delta Region. This is the one and only river cruise
operating in the delta area which should not be missed.
Pleasantly cruise travel into the Delta region, via Twante where
clay pot painting and Pathein where the traditional umbrella
workshops are located. One can see the native villages, the
mighty Ayeyarwady River, un-spoilt beaches of purest white sand
and crystal-clear blue water facing the Bay of Bengal.
Road to Mandalay
:- A journey along the legendary Ayeyarwady is a
voyage of a lifetime. From this mighty river, which runs the
length of the country, all Myanmar treasure for so long hidden
from the world's gaze. The elegant river cruise Road To Mandalay
is the ultimate vantage point from which to view Myanmar's
serene beauty. The ship runs a variety of exciting cruises,
steering guests to all of the country's most amazing sights
during the day, then providing a relaxing base for the evening a
dip in the pool, an excellent meal and blissful slumber in a
luxurious cabin with windows looking out over the river.
 The Irrawaddy Flotilla :-A journey on Burma's Irrawaddy River is
one of life's great travel experiences. No vessel could be more
appropriate for this than a ship of the Pandaw fleet. The
Irrawaddy Flotilla Company in its heyday in the 1920s was the
largest privately owned fleet of ships in the world. The company
restored in teak and brass an original colonial river steamer
called the RV Pandaw. Irrawaddy Flotilla company’s
colonial-style river ships are of great craftsmanship and
wonderful local materials the Pandaw ships offer alternative
standards of comfort and design finish to any other large ships
afloat.
The RV Pandaw 1947
:- Built in Scotland in 1947, the Pandaw is
the same design as the original Irrawaddy Flotilla Company
steamers that coped so well with the difficult conditions of
shallow water in the Irrawaddy. The Pandaw sails between the
ancient capitals of Bagan and Mandalay, offering a tranquil and
stimulating Myanmar experience. The Pandaw is 150 feet long and
was powered by a stern paddle, now replaced by modern engines.
 Amara :-
The Amara River Cruise is a traditional Myanmar riverboat
traveling along the Ayarwady and Chindwin River. It measures 30
meters / 100 feet in length by 8 meters / 24 feet in width. With
a shallow draft of 1 meter/ 3 feet and two Hino engines. It can
go as far north as Bamo all year round. On board you find a
total of seven Cabins, six standard double cabins and one
deluxe, each with its own bathroom with hot and cold shower.
Communal areas include dining room, bar and canopied sundeck.
 Irrawaddy Princess
:- This cruise provides opportunity to see on
of the most interesting areas in Myanmar on board in a modern
and affordable cruise. The newly renovated Irrawaddy Princess
offers fully equipped 2 bed-cabins with an attached bathroom.
Shwe Keinnery :- Run by Myanma Inland Water transport having three
newly built crafts by Chinese, each one has a capacity of about
100 passengers in all reclining seat at bottom level and an
observation deck and dinning hall at up stairs. Shwekennery
plies between two ancient capitals every day except on
Wednesdays and Sundays.
Padonmar/Ponnapyan
:- Run by Myanma Inland Water Transport and
ply between Mandalay and Bagan. This cruise is more general
purpose with passenger plus goods. If you are not time precise
and don't mind ling hours on boat this will be the ideal as you
may observe activities while loading and unloading with
passenger, live animals and goods. Padonmar plies on Wednesdays
and Sundays of the week.
 Pyi Myanmar :- Run by Myanma Inland Water Transport . These newly
built three Decker boats, which mainly plies long distance
between Mandalay and Bhamo. Pyi Myanmar has three river craft
and plies between Mandalay and up river north to Bhamo three
times a weekly. The Pyi Myanmar has a different level of
accommodation with price ringing. between US$ 36 to 54 per
person for approximately 2 day 2 night journey between Mandalay
and Bhamo.
Malikha :- Modern, cruise, faster speed with 32 nautical miles an
hour, the Malikha operates 2 x boats with capacity around 130
seats. This cruise service connects easy between Ngapali beach
and capital city of Rakhine Sittwe [approx 7 hour] as well as
between Sittwe and the ancient city of Mrauk U [approx 2 hour].
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