| This is where we'll announce the most recent additions and changes to our web. Here you will find the most up to date information about participating in our research expeditions. | | Details on cruises for 2001 - 2002 coming here soon. | 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 is available 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) Current Weather Conditions and Forecast for Victoria Point Myanmar Visa Requirements | * | It is recommended that travelers obtain Myanmar visa 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 home country. | | * | Visa requirements and travel conditions are subject to change on short notice. | Would you like more information? Send email to info@marinasia.com cruise report 1 | home | cruise report 2 | 
