RV Pandaw II

Pandaw II was our first ever new build back in 2001. Though our oldest ship she is still young in river terms – her prototype the old Pandaw is now over sixty years old and many ships in this fresh water environment are at least 100 years old. She was built in Rangoon at the Dawbone dockyard, then belonging to the Marine Department. In those days there was no electricity and numerous generators surrounded the growing hull powering the welder’s torches. Timber mills were rare too and great tree trunks would be delivered to the dockside and be cut into planks on the spot. The result was magnificent and still is. Pandaw II remains the stately queen of our fleet, if not the river. This is the one ship that has not been fully refitted, partly because the crew have treated her with such love and care that she does not need a refit and partly because she is something of a cult ship with a considerable following and we want to preserve the original Pandaw cabin with their real ship’s berths and the old door and window arrangement rather than the French windows of our other P class ships.The ship has quality mountain bikes for your independent exploration.For 2021, the RV Pandaw II was refurbished to add 3 brand new suites, offering private balcony and lounge area for even more space and comfort on your expedition.
ACCOMMODATION
3 Pandaw suites, 10 upper deck staterooms and 8 main deck staterooms
170 square feet, finished in teak and brass
Kimonos and slippers
Spa-branded amenities
Unlimited mineral water
Electric mini safe
Central AC with individual control
Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows
Premium mattresses
Welcome flower arrangement and welcome gift
Mirror
Multi-configuration plugs
Generous closet space and under-bed storage
Hair dryer
Nightly turndown service
24h laundry service
Complimentary evening canapés
Yoga mats in all cabins
WINING & DINING
Local master chef heading an experienced international culinary team
Semi-buffet breakfast, Semi-buffet lunch, and seated theme dinners
Daily lean & light menu options
Complimentary local mineral water, jugged coffee, teas & tisanes
Extensive wine list with premium wines
Series of cultural performances, educational talks, cooking classes, and ship tour
Welcome drink on arrival
Welcome cocktail
Farewell Reception
Theme dinners
Spacious, air-conditioned saloon bar with nightly entertainment
Sundeck bar
24hrs hospitality bar
Onboard bakery with daily freshly baked breads and rolls
ON EXCURSIONS
Admissions
Shoe cleaning after excursions
Bottled drinking water
We give away aluminium water bottles
Cold towel service after excursions
Refreshing drink following excursions
Full-size motor coach on all excursions
1st aid trained assistant guide to follow all tours and excursions
SAFETY & SECURITY
All onboard crew is trained and certified as per international marine standards
Fire alarm system in all cabins, public areas and back areas
Fire fighting system in all ship areas
Expert marine superintendant
24 hrs watch on duty
ONBOARD STAFF
Captain
River Pilot
First Officer
Chief Engineer
1st Engineer
Electrician
Bosun & nautical crew
Ship manager
Housekeeping
Dining
Bar keeper
Chefs
Local tour guides
PUBLIC SPACES
Guest relation desk
Fair-trade Shop
Library with contemporary and classic literature