
Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Such a great experience! We enjoyed the trip and meeting the team. John was extremely organized. We were treated with utmost respect and care. The dives were excellent and plentiful. The food was great. My son enjoyed meeting the Dive Master! ;)”
Recommended for: 1. The crew! 2. The organization under John. 3. The diving guide.
Customer Review By Jason G, from: United States scored the Merdeka 3 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 39 reviews and information click here: Merdeka 3 .
Merdeka 3 Liveaboard Boat Features Review
On reviewing the Merdeka 3 liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 6 of 12 total boat features (see below).
The Merdeka 3 liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax between dives and attend review briefings in comfort. In addition, it provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax between dives and attend review briefings in comfort. What’s more, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are topped up, which means your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
You’ll also find it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan, a leisure deck with shade and seating, which is perfect for surface intervals and relaxation. Also, the Merdeka 3 liveaboard is available for private charter, letting your group tailor itinerary focus and day to day rhythm. Plus, it features an observation deck, ideal for horizon watching, wildlife spotting and night sky views.
A review of the list of Boat Features found on the Merdeka 3 liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- ✓ Leisure deck
- ✓ Observation deck
- ✓ Sun deck
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- ✕ WIFI Internet
- ✕ Air conditioned saloon
- ✕ Budget friendly
- ✕ Family Friendly Cruise
- ✕ Indoor saloon
- ✕ Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
Boat FAQs for the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard
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Boat information:
- ✓The Merdeka 3 liveaboard provides beach towels and deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- ✓The Merdeka 3 liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which incur an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip.
- ✓ The Merdeka 3 liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- ✓ The Merdeka 3 liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include national park fees.
- ✓The Merdeka 3 liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
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Merdeka 3 Liveaboard Cabin Features Review
On reviewing the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard, it scores 54% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 6 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Merdeka 3 Liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view. In addition, it has family cabins, which means you can travel and scuba dive as a family on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard. What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 4 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 1 Quad Cabin with shared bathroom
- 1 Twin Cabin with shared bathroom
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click the feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
- ✓ Aircon cabins
- ✓ Daily housekeeping
- ✓ En-suite bathrooms
- ✓ Family cabins
- ✓ Non-smoking rooms
- ✓ Seaview cabins
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- ✕ Hair Dryer in Cabin
- ✕ Laundry service
- ✕ Rooms with balcony
- ✕ Safe Box in Cabin
- ✕ TV in cabins
Cabin FAQs for the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard
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Are the cabins non-smoking on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
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How many guests and cabins does the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard have?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Merdeka 3 Liveaboard Diving Features Review
On reviewing the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard, it scores 55% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 11 of 20 total diving features (see below).
The Merdeka 3 Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses onboard, so you can update or advance your diver certification whilst you are on your liveaboard trip. In addition, The Merdeka 3 Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. What’s more, Photographers are looked after, with a separate rinse for underwater cameras.
After a dive you can rinse off using outside showers or warm water showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater. You’ll also find DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard. Also, On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun.
A private dive guide is available on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard as a paid extra, useful if you want 1 to 1 guiding.
A review of the list of diving features found on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
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Does the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
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What diver certification is required for the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
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Is rebreather diving supported on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Does the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
Is rental gear available on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard run?
The Merdeka 3 Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Open Water Diver
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 3-5 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Merdeka 3 liveaboard are currently: 3 Days/2 Nights , 4 Days/3 Nights , 5 Days/4 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is Included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- If you would like to do extra dives on the Merdeka 3 liveaboard, you will have to pay an extra charge for these.
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Merdeka 3 Liveaboard Onboard Food & Dining Features Review
On reviewing the Merdeka 3 liveaboard, it scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 10 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Merdeka 3 liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Merdeka 3 liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- ✓ Buffet style
- ✓ Dietary requirements
- ✓ Full-board option
- ✓ Half-board option
- ✓ Local food
- ✓ Set menu dinner
- ✓ Snacks all day
- ✓ Vegan options
- ✓ Vegetarian options
- ✓ Western food
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- ✕ Al fresco dining
- ✕ Beach BBQ
- ✕ BBQ area
- ✕ Fine cuisine
Dining FAQs for the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard
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Are snacks provided on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Merdeka 3 Liveaboard Onboard Drinks & Refreshments Review
On reviewing the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard, it scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 5 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Merdeka 3 Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are available to purchase. In addition, it has free soft drinks for those of you who don't drink alcohol, or to drink between dives. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, and tea & coffee in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- ✓ Bar
- ✓ Beer available
- ✓ Free soft drinks
- ✓ Welcome cocktails
- ✓ Wine available
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- ✕ Fine wines selection
- ✕ Free wine w/dinner
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard
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Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
Merdeka 3 Liveaboard Other Activities Review
On reviewing the Merdeka 3 liveaboard, it scores 23% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 4 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Merdeka 3 liveaboard offers a wellness focus with the option of a free massage whilst onboard. Additionally, it has kayaks on board for relaxed paddles around calm bays between dives. Plus, it includes the option to do a spot of fishing to catch your own dinner.
A review of the list of Recreational Activity Features found on the Merdeka 3 liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Fishing
- Included Kayaks on-board
- Included Massage
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Merdeka 3. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Jet ski
- Not included Library
- Not included Naturalist guide
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Sauna
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Spa
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Wakeboarding
- Not included Water ski
- Not included Yoga
Other Activities FAQs for the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard
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Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
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Is yoga offered on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Fishing
- • Kayaks
- • Land excursions
- • Massage
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Merdeka 3 Included in the Price
When you book the Merdeka 3 dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Thailand. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Merdeka 3 liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Merdeka 3 liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Beach towels
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fishing
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Kayaks
- Included Land excursions
- Included Massage
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
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The other features that are not included on the Merdeka 3 liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Merdeka 3 Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Merdeka 3 charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Merdeka 3 liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Airport transfer
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Extra dives
- Included Gratuities
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
Merdeka 3 Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Merdeka 3 dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Thailand.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Merdeka 3 liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included National park fees
Merdeka 3 Vessel Details
- Length: 30.0m (98.4ft)
- Beam: 6.5m (21.3ft)
- Max guests: 14
- Cabins: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
Merdeka 3 Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard. Merdeka 3 Liveaboard scores 52% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 9 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Life Vests
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light
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The merdeka 3 boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Merdeka 3 Liveaboard:
- Not included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Not included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Not included Emergency Flares
- Not included Engine room CCTV
- Not included Fishfinder
- Not included GPS
- Not included Oxygen
- Not included Radar