P Class

RV Mekong Pandaw

Built in Rangoon in 2002 she was sailed round to Saigon under her own power and many a drama described in Paul Strachan’s Pandaw Story. This ship was designed specially for the Mekong and unlike our other P class ships does not have a flying bridge. The reason was so she could get under a road bridge. She did actually scrape under on her maiden but it was so scary that Paul Strachan, then standing on the bridge, never dared attempt it again. As a result, we ended up with this incredible 750 square meter teak deck that even has a full size billiard table.

The MP as she is affectionately known is our most spacious ship with wider promenades, a larger dining hall and more public space per passenger than any known ship afloat. Seriously!

In 2012 she was refitted and lower deck cabins removed in favour of a professional spa, gym, library lounge and office. She is quite justifiably the most splendid ship on the Mekong and the envy of anything that floats by.

The ship has quality mountain bikes for your independent exploration.

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Ship Stats

Cabins: 24
Berths: 48
Length: 60.00 m
Beam: 11.20 m
Max Draught: 1.87 m
Gross Tonnage: 831
Net Tonnage: 637
Year: 2003, Myanmar

Accommodation

Stateroom Plan

Kimono and slippers

Nespresso machine

Tisane collection

Minibar with free drinks

Laundry service

Glass bottled water

Expedition flasks

Air conditioning

ACCOMMODATION

18 upper deck staterooms and 6 main deck staterooms
170 square feet, finished in teak and brass
Panoramic French window
AC with individual control
Nespresso coffee machine
Minibar with free drinks
Glass bottled water
Expedition flasks
Spa-branded amenities
Electric mini safe
Kimonos and slippers
Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows
Premium mattresses
Multi-configuration plugs
Hair dryer
Mirror
Nightly turndown service
24h laundry service
Yoga mats in all cabins
Complimentary evening canapés

WINING & DINING

Local master chef heading an experienced international culinary team
Semi-buffet breakfast, Semi-buffet lunch, and seated theme dinners
Daily lean & light menu options
Complimentary local mineral water, jugged coffee, teas & tisanes
Extensive wine list with premium wines
Series of cultural performances, educational talks, cooking classes, and ship tour
Welcome drink on arrival
Welcome cocktail
Farewell reception
Theme- and gala dinners
Spacious, air-conditioned saloon bar with nightly entertainment
Sundeck bar with complimentary ice cream from sunrise to sunset
Pool table on sundeck
24hrs hospitality bar
Onboard bakery with daily freshly baked breads and rolls

EXCURSIONS

Admissions
Shoe cleaning after excursions
Bottled drinking water
We give away aluminium water bottles
Cold towel service after excursions
Refreshing drink following excursions
Full-size motor coach on all excursions
Deluxe sampans with cold towel service, fresh fruit, and tea/coffee
Comfortable "Pandaw Explorer" excursion boat
1st aid trained assistant guide to follow all tours and excursions

PUBLIC SPACES

Guest relation desk
Largest public space to passenger ratio of any cruise ship in the world
Shop, supporting fair trade
Lecture and meeting room with oversized flat screen TV, LSD projector and sound system
Art gallery featuring local art and artists
Library with contemporary and classic literature
Wireless internet in all public areas

STAFF

Captain
First Officer
Chief Engineer
1st Engineer
Electrician
Bosun & nautical crew
Ship manager
Housekeeping
Dining
Bar keeper
Chefs
Spa therapist
Local tour guides

SAFETY

All onboard crew is trained and certified as per international marine standards (VIRES)
Fire alarm system in all cabins, public areas and back areas
Fire fighting system in all ship areas
Expert marine superintendant
24 hrs watch on duty
Certified hygiene standards for all areas (Johnson & Diversey)