Marinasia News

 Getting there

All our cruises originate from Kaw Thaung, Myanmar. Kaw Thaung, formerly known as Victoria Point, can easily be reached by way of Ranong,Thailand. Getting to Ranong is not difficult. There are daily, morning flights from Bangkok to Ranong on Bangkok Airways and frequent air-conditioned buses from both Bangkok and Phuket, Thailand. Local boat transportation isavailable to take travelers across the Kra River into Myanmar.

Meeting Point - Mondays 10 AM at the Ranong Princess Hotel
This is a nice hotel with hot water spa and swimming pool for about $50 US for a double room. Less expensive rooms are available at the Asia Hotel (Approximately $10) or Ranong Gardens (Approximately $20 US)

Myanmar Visa Requirements

	It is recommended that travelers obtain a visa for Myanmar in their home country.
	Visas may be obtained in Bangkok in two days. Beware of public holidays in both Thailand and Myanmar.
	It is possible for us to secure your cruise visas locally but the cost may be considerably more than if your visa were obtained in Bangkok or in your homecountry.
	Visa requirements and travel conditions subject to change on short notice.