Our Sailing Holidays & Cruises in Asia

Current Plans & Cruise Dates

DESTINATIONS IN ASIA 2013 -2014

LANGKAWI, MALAYSIA - PHUKET, THAILAND - KUCHING - BRUNEI - PALAWAN - PHILIPINES

The full itinerary is never set allowing guests to participate in the planning if they wish. There are many opportunities for taking in the numerous islands in between any of these destinations. Including Phuket, Langkawi, Lanta, Phi Phi, Taratao, The Andaman Islands and many more.

Learn to Sail Holidays Cruises - Area

Meniscus is now cruising SE Asia. She has recently visited Thailand, Malaysia, Myanmar, Burma and The Andaman Islands

We have a number of activities planned until the end of the year and we will continue to update the plan which can be amended for groups and flight arrangements. Other bookings can be made outside these times. For more information complete an Enquiry Form or Email Mark - yacht_mensicus@compuserve.com. Please send text only emails - no attachments - relevant subject heading ie. "Booking Meniscus".

RYA Courses and Cruises SE Asia
Langkawi Phuket Penang Burma Andamans

Join one of our Learn to Sail Holidays and/or do an RYA Practical Sailing Course. It is possible to cruise to a number of destinations from Langkawi and Penang in Malaysia, Phuket in Thailand, Mergui in Myanmar Burma, the Andaman Islands, Singapore Sumatra and Borneo. Normally the weather is perfect for sailing with calm sea conditions and light to moderate breezes. The scenery here is extremely unusual and spectacular, towering limestone islands rise from the sea, magnificent cliffs, caves, stalagmites, stalactites. Wildlife abounds above and below the waves and we often see sea eagles, monkeys, wild boar, otters, dolphins, manatee, rays and much more (if wildlife is of interest this can be a feature in your cruise so please ask).

See our News Pages on A Day Skipper Course from Phuket to Langkawi ....... Sailing between Langkawi and Phuket, Sailing in Myanmar ..... The Andaman Islands...... A Cruise Around Langkawi written by guests on their Yacht Charter, Sailing Holiday, Yachting Vacations or Learn to Sail Holiday Cruises and RYA Sailing Courses.

Many Sailing Holiday Cruises incorporate the Islands between Langkawi and Phuket, Pang Gna Bay, and the Island of Penang. Langkawi has some superb and very un spoilt islands and beaches while the Islands on the way to Phuket are amongst the most dramatic in the world (see Taratoa, Lanta, Mook, Phi Phi and many more). Pang Gna Bay is famous for its spectacular islands and "Hong's" not to mention James Bond Island as well as some great snorkeling and diving sites. The Islands South of Langkawi have an abundance of fish life and good snorkeling before reaching the old and colourful colonial port of Penang. There are several options and we will as far as possible design these Sailing Cruises and Courses to suit you so please let us know your preferences when booking. Please note that the dates and destinations listed below are subject to change so please check all details before booking.

Sailing Holidays & Cruises in Asia - Dates 2013 - 2014

See our news page on A Cruise Around Langkawi and A Langkawi Phuket Cruise

April - September 2013

Available for charters or courses - Other vessels are available - please apply.

YM Theory Refresher Course - A brief refresher for those wishing to take the practical exam - Please apply.
YM Practical Training and Exam -7 days €1,300 per head plus exam fees payable to RYA

September 2013 - FEB 2014 The Philippines Cruise

Dates to be confirmed - Leaving from Phuket this cruise will take us down te straits of Mallaca to Singapore then across to Kuching and along the Coast of Borneo to Kota Kinabaloo across to Palawan and then up into the Philippines. There will be opportiunities to join mile building legs, take or course, charter or just relax and enjoy the scenery

TBA - TBA Sep - Phuket Langkawi cruise/course - 7 days €1,300 ph
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Visit Kho Yai, Phi Phi, Kho Lanta, Taratao and many more

TBA - TBA Sep - Langkawi Singapore cruise/course - 7 days €1,300 ph
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Visit Penang, Port Klang, Port Dickson, Malacca and more

TBA - TBA Oct - Singapore Kuching cruise/course - 7 days €1,300 ph
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Visit Kuching

TBA - TBA Oct - Kuching Brunei cruise/course - 7 days €1,300 ph
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Visit Kuchin Miri

TBA - TBA Oct - Brunei KK cruise/course - 7 days €1,300 ph
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Visit Labuan, Brunei KK

TBA - TBA Nov - KK Palawan cruise/course - 7 days €1,300 ph
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Visit Kudat, Porta Princessa

January 2014

Available for charter - RYA course pending details on application.

TBA - TBA Jan - Philippines cruise or RYA course - 7 days €1300 p/h

February 2014

Available for charters or courses - Other vessels are available - please apply.

TBA Feb - TBA Feb - Philippines cruise/ course - 7 days €1300 ph
TBA Feb - TBA Mar - Philippines cruise/course -7 days €1300 ph

TBA Feb - TBA Mar - Philippines Borneo Singapore Malaysia cruise/course - 14 days €2500 ph

The Andaman's Cruise

We are looking for people to commit to an expedition to the The Anderman Islands if you are interested in joining us please let us know as soon as possible. Here are some dates which we have set and different legs can be confirmed on booking. It is advisable to book this cruise well in advance in order to arrange all the necessary visas and permits. There are superb opportunities to gain ocean miles with possibilities of visiting the Similan Islands and/or the Surin Islands when sailing to or from Phuket to these out of the way Indian Islands. Cruising the islands will be adventurous and involve fascinating discoveries from the unique culture to the rare interesting flora and fauna both above and below the water. In particular we are planning the trip to see Manta Rays and Whales. Book for a minimum of a week but we recommend at least two or three weeks to cruise some of the 572 islands before returning.

W<1 - 00 Feb - 00 Feb - Phuket - Andaman's Cruise/RYA course - 7 days per head
Wk 2 - 00 Feb - 00 Feb - Andaman Cruise - Details on Application - 7 days
Wk 3 - 00 Feb - 00 Mar - Andaman Cruise - Details on Application- 7 days
Wk 4 - 00 Mar - 00 Mar - Andaman Cruise - Details on Application- 7 days

Wk 1/2 00 Feb - 00 Mar - Phuket Andaman's Cruise/RYA course - 14 days £POA/€POA per hd
Wk 2 to 3 - 00 Feb - 00 Mar - Andaman Cruise/RYA course - 14 days
Wk 5/6 00 Feb - 00 Mar - Andaman's Phuket Cruise/RYA course - 14 days

Other combinations of dates may be available on application.

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We are ready for a busy and active sailing season through into next year. Whether you want to charter the whole boat or join one of our cruises and courses we will be more than happy to hear from you. There is a plan above but the dates and destinations can be changed if these do not suit your requirements and all plans are subject to change so please check before booking. Also if you have something special in mind get in touch and I will plan something just for you - let me turn your dreams into reality.

We plan to stay in Asia cruising between Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Burma, Cambodia Vietnam, Hong Kong and Philippines. There is a huge amount to do and see here. The area is a place of extremes from highly westernised tourist and business areas to remote fishing villages. With hundreds of different islands there is a vast cultural diversity. Interesting artifacts abound including textiles, painting, jewellery, furniture and carvings. There are some amazing things to see including volcanoes, mountains, rain forests, buffalo, monkeys, deer, wild pigs, native sailing pinisi' and canoes, reef diving, surfing and fishing to name a few. The people are wonderfully friendly and interested. Their own cultures vary considerably from island to island and from village to village. This area is really the most interesting place I have visited to date with so much extra potential to explore. The Sailing and Cruising has been excellent with calm seas, clear blue skies, great scenery, clear water and good snorkeling, plenty of fish to see, catch as well as friendly visits to the local villages. I have recently seen a 12 - 15 meter Whale Shark, Dolphin, Reef Sharks, Leopard Shark and Manta Rays in these waters.

Safety Issues

At the time of writing, although there may be travel advisories issued by various governments they normally relate to major resorts and do not apply to small and remote islands. We are not aware of any current political or religious disturbances in the area which would cause a problem. No where is 100% safe anymore but the main targets are always going to be places with a high density of people. As we specialise in finding quiet and remote places we tend to spend most of our time well out of the way of any potential trouble spots. Some parts of southern Thailand should avoid them. Contact us if you have any concerns and we will endeavour to supply the best and most recent information available.

You should of course take the same precautions against theft etc., that you would take at home or anywhere else. I have no hesitation in recommending the area as a holiday destination.

The Cruise So Far

Overall Planning

The itinerary has been drawn up to make best use of world weather patterns, including trade winds and avoiding tropical storms and adverse monsoons.  The plan is not rigid and it may be possible to make changes should you wish to visit other places. At each stage the most interesting and attractive ports of call have been sought out. As with any sailing trip, plans must be subject to appropriate weather conditions and the discretion of the skipper. 

The circumnavigation has been divided into a number of legs. Initially crossing the Atlantic, through the Caribbbean and the Panama canal to the Pacific. More recently visiting Indonesia and passing up the Malacca Straits to Malaysia, Thailand, The Andaman Islands and Burma. She is available for charter, also cruises and RYA courses are planned for those who wish to sail as individuals. We specialise in creating a unique experience and or adventure tailored wherever possible to your needs. Come and join us, visiting new places and pushing out the boundaries, onboard this remarkable ocean going vessel.

However if you would like more information on where you could join Meniscus Complete the Online Enquiry Form or clickhere (Yacht_Mensicus@compuserve.com) to send Mark a message. Please send text only emails with no attachments and make your subject heading relevant ie. "Booking Meniscus".

From 2013 - 2014

SE ASIA - MALAYSIA - THAILAND - SINGAPORE - KUCHING- BRUNEI - BORNEO - PALAWAN - PHILIPPINES

From 2014 +

SINGAPORE - KUCHING - BRUNEI - PALAWAN -PHILIPPINES - INDONESIA - SUMATRA - BATAM - BORNEO

CAMBODIA VIETNAM - HONG KONG - INDIAN OCEAN - SOUTH INDIA - SRI LANKA

MALDIVES - SEYCHELLES - MADAGASCAR - MAURITIUS - SOUTH AFRICA

SOUTH AMERICA

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