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Irrawaddy Explorer

Irrawaddy Explorer sails through mystical treasures of Myanmar/Burma in comfort and style reaching deep into the heart of the nation. Irrawaddy Explorer has 28 spacious outside cabins providing modern comforts and conveniences found only in the finest hotels in Asia. Guests will find themselves surrounded by elegance and gracious hospitality aboard the Irrawaddy Explorer.

    • 188

    • Length
    • 2014

    • Built Year
    • 40

    • Crew
    • 56

    • Pax Capacity
    • 28

    • Suites

Sailings

Ship Information


  • Maiden Voyage: 2014
  • Length: 188
  • Passenger Capacity: 56
  • Normal Crew Size: 40
  • Suites: 28

Dining

As specified in each itinerary. Meals are based on the hotel's or restaurant's buffet or set menu. In general, beverages are not included, unless specifically stated. Although Gate 1 cannot make guarantees, every effort will be made to honor special dietary requests submitted in writing at least 72 hours prior to departure.

Age Restrictions

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Discovery Tours is 12. Minimum age for European River Cruise programs is 16. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15. Minimum age for Norwegian Cruise Line® is 6 months old and to sail unaccompanied by an adult is 21 years of age. There is no minimum age on independent packages except for the Beijing & Shanghai special programs which have a minimum age of 5. Discounts for children sharing a room as third may apply to children under 12. Most hotels do not permit children under 18 to occupy a room without an adult. Accompanying adults are responsible for the safety of their children including to provide any necessary safety equipment (such as infant/child seats) where appropriate. Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter written by the parents, or non-travelling parent, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.

Tipping

Complete tipping guidelines are provided with final travel documents and on each program's website presentation, Trip Preparation/At Your Destination section.

Cabins

Category Maugham Suite
Square Footage: 280

Category Maugham Suite

Maugham Suite with floor-to-ceiling glass doors with French balcony providing panoramic river views. Ample seating area, twin bed or queen-size bed, fine bed linens, premium mattresses and duvets, your choice of pillows, flat-screen television with on-demand movie system, writing desk, individual climate control, and spa quality robes, slippers, and spacious bath with rain-style shower. Located on the Colonial Deck.




Category Orwell Suite
Square Footage: 280

Category Orwell Suite

Orwell Suite with floor-to-ceiling French doors with balcony providing panoramic river views. Ample seating area, twin bed or queen-size bed, fine bed linens, premium mattresses and duvets, your choice of pillows, flat-screen television with on-demand movie system, writing desk, individual climate control, and spa quality robes, slippers, and spacious bath with rain-style shower. Located on the Imperial Deck.




Category Kipling Suite
Square Footage: 273

Category Kipling Suite

Kipling Suite with floor-to-ceiling glass doors with both French and Juliet-style balconies providing panoramic river views. Ample seating area, king-size bed, fine bed linens, premium mattresses and duvets, your choice of pillows, flat-screen television with on-demand movie system, writing desk, individual climate control, and spa quality robes, slippers, and spacious bath with rain-style shower. Located on the Imperial Deck.




Category Mandalay Suite
Square Footage: 409

Category Mandalay Suite

Mandalay Suite with floor-to-ceiling glass doors with both full and french balconies providing panoramic river views. Ample seating area, king-size bed, fine bed linens, premium mattresses and duvets, your choice of pillows, flat-screen television with on-demand movie system, writing desk, individual climate control, and spa quality robes, slippers, and spacious spa-style bath with soaking tub and separate shower. Located on the Imperial Deck.




Life on Board

Recreation

Dining Room

Floor-to-ceiling windows provide natural light, while providing beautiful scenery to admire during every dining period. With open seating at every meal, guests will enjoy sumptuous breakfast and lunch buffets, and a served dinner, with diverse regional and Western selections at every meal. Located on the Colonial Deck.

Recreation

Lounge

A perfect venue for gathering with fellow explorers at the end of each day to share stories about your incredible experiences. Handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and on-board entertainment add to the relaxing environment to create a fitting end to a perfect day sailing the Irrawaddy. Located on the Sun Deck.

Recreation

Gym

State-of-the-art equipment and a panoramic view of the landscape provide a perfect venue to stay fit and healthy. Located on the Sun Deck.

Recreation

Spa

The Explorer Spa is an oasis where relaxation and pampering are offered. Guests may enjoy Western spa treatments, or the traditional Myanmar massage, which uses oils and creams made with the ground, sandalwood-scented, bark of the Thanaka tree, said to have anti-fungal and anti-aging properties, as well as sun protection. The Explorer Spa only uses all-natural products. Located on the Sun Deck.

Recreation

Sun Deck

Chaise lounges and comfortable, shades seating areas abound on the sun deck with attentive staff available to offer a cool beverage as you enjoy the warm breeze watching an incredible scenery. Located on the Sun Deck.


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