From May to September, during the rainy season in Myanmar, Meta IV sails from Burma to Borneo, following the old Spice Trade Route travelled by merchants and adventurers over the centuries.
Our
cruise will take us from Burma to Phuket in Thailand, continuing
through Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei, all the way to Sabah in
Borneo - and back.
This is a journey of discovery and adventure
through the heart of Southeast Asia. Expect ancient port towns, World
Heritage Sites, national parks and gorgeous waters.
Join us for the first leg of this epic journey and sail down the entire Malay Peninsula. With almost 500 nautical miles, this is the longest part of our Spice Route Adventure. We will start in the azure waters around Phuket, cross the legendary Strait of Malacca and end the cruise in Singapore!
Hotel description
Meta IV was designed by the naval architect Thomas E. Colvin, who gave the vessel her beautiful shape and robust hull. She is made entirely of Thai teak, one of the best woods for building classic boats.
The boat has four guest cabins, each fully air conditioned with ensuite bathrooms and electric toilets. Two of the cabins boast queen-size beds, while the other two feature twin beds.
Location description
You will board Meta IV on Thailand’s largest island, in Phuket.
We will sail southwards through some of the world’s most stunning tropical marine worlds. You'll discover the jungle-covered Butang Group in Tarutao National Park with the clearest waters and most pristine coral reefs in the entire area.
Langkawi, Malaysia, is blessed with sandy beaches and some of Asia’s most fertile fishing grounds. Hop onto a cable car to the peak of Gunung Mat Chinchang to take in the spectacular views, go snorkelling or watch the swimming monkeys.
Visit the historic old-towns of Penang, Port Klang, Port Dickson and Malacca, and sample their amazing cuisines.
Imagine gliding towards the skyline of Singapore, illuminated by the late afternoon sun. What a closure to this journey!
Facilities description
Meta IV measures 85 feet in length or 25 metres. That's longer than the Santa Maria, the boat that Columbus sailed into history when he discovered the Americas. In fact, with all her space, you could almost forget you were holidaying on a yacht
Behind the cockpit is the kitchen. The entire aft of the boat is shaded and fitted with multiple dining spaces and sunbathing areas. The boat's centre is dominated by the generous galley and saloon dining area.