| The Amara River
Cruise is a traditional Myanmar
riverboat traveling along the
Ayeyarwaddy River. It is made
of teak wood and was completely
refurbished by local craftsmen
in 2003. It is 30 metres / 100
feet long and with a shallow
draft of 1 meter / 3 feet and
two Japan made 180hp Hino engines
it can go as far north as Bhamo.
The Amara River Cruise has
a total of seven cabins, each
with their own bathroom with
hot and cold shower. Communal
areas, bar and canopied sun
deck. Amenities include on-board
laundry, fully equipped kitchen
and refrigerators. All bed linen
and towels as well as dining
service and bar equipment are
provided. Freshly prepared local
and European dishes and many
kinds of tropical fruit cocktails
are prepared by our well-trained
cook and served by our friendly
staff at regular mealtimes and
upon special order.
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Electricity is provided by a generator
and battery 24 hours a day. A 3500 liter
water tanks and a sewage treatment unit
make the boat self-sufficient and provide
a high ecological standard. Safety is provided
by smoke detectors in all cabins, emergency
lighting, fire extinguishers, life jackets
and a dinghy.
You will be taken care of by our friendly
and hospitable staff and be able to relax
and enjoy the personal atmosphere on board.
Cruising on
the Ayarwady River is possible
between Mandalay and Bagan and beyond as
far south as Pyay and as far as north as
Bhamo all year round.
Cruising on
the Chindwin River is possible
from its confluence with the Ayarwady River
near Bagan up to Khamti at the foot of the
Naga Mountains, 500 miles to the north.
The Amara River
Cruise is available for charter
only and schedules will be tailored to suit
your individual programme and wishes.
Charity Support
: 50% of our profits will be
donated to a charity organization, which
supports hospitals, schools and orphanages
in Myanmar.
  
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