Mekong Pandaw
Ship Overview
Operated by: Pandaw
Built in Yangon (Myanmar) in 2003, Mekong Pandaw was designed and purpose-built for cruising on the mighty Mekong River.
During a major refurbishment in 2012, Mekong Pandaw was completely refitted, with all cabins on the lower deck removed, and replaced by extra guest services including a professional spa, gym, library lounge and office. Now, accommodating just 48 guests in 24 rooms, Mekong Pandaw is quite justifiably one of the most splendid ships on the Mekong and the envy of anything that floats by. Facilities on board include a spacious 750 square metre sundeck, complete with multiple furnishing options and even a billiard table. The library and lounge areas offer a quiet place to relax and take in the views as the ship winds its way through Vietnam and Cambodia, whilst the stylish dining room hosts buffet breakfasts and lunches, along with table service dinners.
Onboard space is the hallmark of the Mekong Pandaw however, with wider promenades, a larger dining room and more spacious public areas per passenger than any other ship currently operating the Mekong River.
Key Facts
Upper Deck
SIZE:16m2 / 170sqftSLEEPS:2
The 18 Upper Deck rooms feature panoramic French window, leading to personal deck space and outdoor seating. Beds may be configured as a queen, or two singles and imported, quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows are offered. Each room is fully air-conditioned, with electronic safe and international power outlets. The bathrooms have recently been updated, with natural stone shower and quality fittings throughout. Spa-branded toiletries are replenished daily.
Main Deck
SIZE:16m2 / 170sqftSLEEPS:2
The six Main Deck rooms are located adjacent to the dining room and feature panoramic French window, leading to personal deck space and outdoor seating. Beds may be configured as a queen, or two singles and imported, quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows are offered. Each room is fully air-conditioned, with electronic safe and international power outlets. The bathrooms have recently been updated, with natural stone shower and quality fittings throughout. Spa-branded toiletries are replenished daily.
Mekong Pandaw's dining room is designed to open up along the sides to allow cooling breezes to waft through. Only at night is the dining room closed up and the air-conditioning turned on.
Mekong Pandaw pride themselves on offering a great choice of local cuisine and exotic foods. Supplies and ingredients are sourced locally where possible, always in accordance with strictly-monitored environmental health standards.
Breakfast is a buffet, while lunch features a buffet, plus soup, salad and a dessert table, with the main course served at the table. Dinner is by waiter-service at the table.
Guests who prefer not to be served hot or spicy foods are offered delicious European-style alternatives and vegetarians are especially well catered for. Other special diets may be accommodated, by prior arrangement. The chefs know that most passengers want to sample versions of the best, most characteristic dishes of each country they pass through.
Mekong Pandaw is fully equipped to explore the mighty Mekong. Guests will enjoy the stunning views from the 750 square metre sundeck, which contains generous seating areas and even a billiard table. Other onboard amenities include:
- Guest reception desk
- Largest public space to passenger ratio of any cruise ship operating on the Mekong River
- 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
- Fully equipped Spa and small gym
- Wireless internet in all public areas
- Quality mountain bikes for your independent exploration
During your excursion you will explore ashore with local tour guides using private vehicles, mountain bikes and on foot. The ship is equipped with its own excursion tender, the Pandaw Explorer.
Mekong Pandaw Expeditions
Classic Mekong - Siem Reap to Saigon
From USD $3300.00 Per Person
DURATION:8 Days/ 7 Nights REGION:Asia SHIP:Mekong Pandaw
SPECIAL OFFER: Fares for this voyage are often discounted. Contact us for the best 'price of the day'. This 7-night voyage down the mighty Mekong takes you from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City.
Classic Mekong - Saigon to Siem Reap
From USD $3300.00 Per Person
DURATION:8 Days/ 7 Nights REGION:Asia SHIP:Mekong Pandaw
SPECIAL OFFER: Fares for this voyage are often discounted. Contact us for the best 'price of the day'. This 7-night voyage up the mighty River Mekong takes you from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap.