Merdeka 1 Liveaboard, Thailand

Name: Merdeka 1
Brand: Merdeka 1
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4.5 (63 reviews)

Exclusive, intimate phinisi catering to divers and non-divers in the southern Andaman Sea

from$917 /day

per person

Overview

Merdeka 1 is a beautiful Indonesian phinisi that offers both scheduled and chartered trips around Thailand’s secluded southern Andaman islands. With just 12 guests on board, and itineraries designed to offer personalised, crowd-free activities, this liveaboard is perfect for travellers in search of authentic and unique experiences. Whether you’re looking to dive to your heart’s content around world-class sites such as Hin Daeng and Hin Muang, or combine your underwater exploration with a wide variety of additional activities, Merdeka 1 can cater to you.

Highlights

Intimate adventures to secluded spots with just 12 guests on board
Combine crowd-free diving with a range of complementary activities
Relax with onboard massage services on the spacious upper deck
Well-suited to both divers and non-divers

Number of cabins:6
Internet:NO
Nitrox:NO
Ensuite bathrooms:YES
Guest / Guide:4:1
Group booking discounts

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05Jun 2026
3D / 2N
Weekend Cruise - Charters Only
TBC dives
from $2,743
Overview
Length of trip 3 days / 2 nights
Number of dives TBC
Experience No experience required
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
05 Jun 2026
06:00 PM
Chalong Pier
Phuket International Airport: HKT
Return
07 Jun 2026
05:00 PM
Chalong Pier
Phuket International Airport: HKT
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks and beer
Towels and toiletries
Mask and snorkels
Spa or massage
Kayaks or SUPS
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
National park fee
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Equipment rental
Diving courses
Transfers
Highlights
Quick circular trip around the Phi Phi Islands
Families and non-divers are welcome
Several snorkelling, kayaking and beach visits
Explore the swim-throughs and sea fan forests of Koh Phi Phi
Discover the varied sites of Koh Hong Krabi
Scuba diving can be arrange on request
Rates: 2,400 Euros for 12 people (200 Euros per person) - 80 Euros per person for every extra person over 12 people.

Day 1: Friday Night (6:00 p.m.) - Koh Maithon (or Chalong)

Day 2: The cruise follows a thrilling set itinerary, visiting either Krabi or Phi Phi, depending on the weather. Your adventure kicks off on Friday night from Chalong Pier in the South of Phuket and wraps up with a grand finale back in Chalong Bay on Sunday evening. (you can choose one destination).

Day 3: Sunday (5:00 p.m.) - Chalong

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 30 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 30 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
10% will be charged if cancelled after the reservation is secured with payment
100% will be charged if cancelled 30 days prior to the emarkation date
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
from $2,743 /guest
Per person, diving included
Sold out
12Jun 2026
3D / 2N
Weekend Cruise - Charters Only
TBC dives
from $2,743
Overview
Length of trip 3 days / 2 nights
Number of dives TBC
Experience No experience required
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
12 Jun 2026
06:00 PM
Chalong Pier
Phuket International Airport: HKT
Return
14 Jun 2026
05:00 PM
Chalong Pier
Phuket International Airport: HKT
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks and beer
Towels and toiletries
Mask and snorkels
Spa or massage
Kayaks or SUPS
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
National park fee
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Equipment rental
Diving courses
Transfers
Highlights
Quick circular trip around the Phi Phi Islands
Families and non-divers are welcome
Several snorkelling, kayaking and beach visits
Explore the swim-throughs and sea fan forests of Koh Phi Phi
Discover the varied sites of Koh Hong Krabi
Scuba diving can be arrange on request
Rates: 2,400 Euros for 12 people (200 Euros per person) - 80 Euros per person for every extra person over 12 people.

Day 1: Friday Night (6:00 p.m.) - Koh Maithon (or Chalong)

Day 2: The cruise follows a thrilling set itinerary, visiting either Krabi or Phi Phi, depending on the weather. Your adventure kicks off on Friday night from Chalong Pier in the South of Phuket and wraps up with a grand finale back in Chalong Bay on Sunday evening. (you can choose one destination).

Day 3: Sunday (5:00 p.m.) - Chalong

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 30 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 30 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
10% will be charged if cancelled after the reservation is secured with payment
100% will be charged if cancelled 30 days prior to the emarkation date
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
from $2,743 /guest
Per person, diving included
Available for charter
19Jun 2026
3D / 2N
Weekend Cruise - Charters Only
TBC dives
from $2,743
Overview
Length of trip 3 days / 2 nights
Number of dives TBC
Experience No experience required
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
19 Jun 2026
06:00 PM
Chalong Pier
Phuket International Airport: HKT
Return
21 Jun 2026
05:00 PM
Chalong Pier
Phuket International Airport: HKT
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks and beer
Towels and toiletries
Mask and snorkels
Spa or massage
Kayaks or SUPS
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
National park fee
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Equipment rental
Diving courses
Transfers
Highlights
Quick circular trip around the Phi Phi Islands
Families and non-divers are welcome
Several snorkelling, kayaking and beach visits
Explore the swim-throughs and sea fan forests of Koh Phi Phi
Discover the varied sites of Koh Hong Krabi
Scuba diving can be arrange on request
Rates: 2,400 Euros for 12 people (200 Euros per person) - 80 Euros per person for every extra person over 12 people.

Day 1: Friday Night (6:00 p.m.) - Koh Maithon (or Chalong)

Day 2: The cruise follows a thrilling set itinerary, visiting either Krabi or Phi Phi, depending on the weather. Your adventure kicks off on Friday night from Chalong Pier in the South of Phuket and wraps up with a grand finale back in Chalong Bay on Sunday evening. (you can choose one destination).

Day 3: Sunday (5:00 p.m.) - Chalong

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 30 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 30 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
10% will be charged if cancelled after the reservation is secured with payment
100% will be charged if cancelled 30 days prior to the emarkation date
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
from $2,743 /guest
Per person, diving included
Available for charter
26Jun 2026
3D / 2N
Weekend Cruise - Charters Only
TBC dives
from $2,743
Overview
Length of trip 3 days / 2 nights
Number of dives TBC
Experience No experience required
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
26 Jun 2026
06:00 PM
Chalong Pier
Phuket International Airport: HKT
Return
28 Jun 2026
05:00 PM
Chalong Pier
Phuket International Airport: HKT
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks and beer
Towels and toiletries
Mask and snorkels
Spa or massage
Kayaks or SUPS
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
National park fee
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Equipment rental
Diving courses
Transfers
Highlights
Quick circular trip around the Phi Phi Islands
Families and non-divers are welcome
Several snorkelling, kayaking and beach visits
Explore the swim-throughs and sea fan forests of Koh Phi Phi
Discover the varied sites of Koh Hong Krabi
Scuba diving can be arrange on request
Rates: 2,400 Euros for 12 people (200 Euros per person) - 80 Euros per person for every extra person over 12 people.

Day 1: Friday Night (6:00 p.m.) - Koh Maithon (or Chalong)

Day 2: The cruise follows a thrilling set itinerary, visiting either Krabi or Phi Phi, depending on the weather. Your adventure kicks off on Friday night from Chalong Pier in the South of Phuket and wraps up with a grand finale back in Chalong Bay on Sunday evening. (you can choose one destination).

Day 3: Sunday (5:00 p.m.) - Chalong

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 30 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 30 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
10% will be charged if cancelled after the reservation is secured with payment
100% will be charged if cancelled 30 days prior to the emarkation date
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
from $2,743 /guest
Per person, diving included
Available for charter

Cabins

Deluxe cabin
King size bed
2 people
Non shareable
Twin cabin
Bunk beds
2 people
Shareable

If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.

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Merdeka 1 Liveaboard, Thailand

Overview

Highlights

Choose your trip

Weekend Cruise - Charters Only

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

Weekend Cruise - Charters Only

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

Weekend Cruise - Charters Only

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

Weekend Cruise - Charters Only

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

Cabins

Deluxe cabin

Twin cabin

Boat amenities

Dive facilities

Vessel information

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Thailand Master

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