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Highlights

RV Pandaw II is the big sister of the Pandaw Cruise line, as she was built in 2001 in Yangon at the Dawbone shipyard. Despite her age, the vessel was never fully renovated because all the crew throughout the year always have taken and is taking great care of her. Therefore, many of the old and original timber and teak doors, windows, and walls are still intact, which exudes the timeless charm that she possesses now. RV Pandaw II provides tourists with a cozy space, tasty dishes, and stunning view while traveling on Myanmar River Cruises. Let's discover this destination with Myanmar Private Tour!

RV Pandaw II Cruise
Main deck cabin

Main deck cabin

No of Cabins: 8  |  Area: 16M2  |  Bed: double/twin  |  Location: Main Deck

The main deck consists of 8 individual room with the area of 16 square meter each. The based room are all original wood and timber while the facilities have been updated with modern facilities to ensure your comfort during your stay.

Features +

 Air conditioner

 Hair dryer

 Writing Desk

 Luggage rack

 Bath robe and Slippers

 In-room safe

 Wardrobe

Upper deck cabin

Upper deck cabin

No of Cabins: 0  |  Area: 16M2  |  Bed: twin  |  Location: Upper Deck

There are 16 cabins on the upper deck of the cruise. Each has the space of 16 square meter. The rooms are equipped fully like on the main deck while having an elevated view so you can enjoy the sights along the river more clearly.

Features +

 Air conditioner

 Hair dryer

 Writing Desk

 Luggage rack

 Bath robe and Slippers

 In-room safe

Select Itineraries

4 Night From Bagan To Mandalay

 Destinations: Bagan - Salay - Pakokku - Yandabo - Mandalay

 Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights of Itinerary:
  •  Enjoy both relaxation and urban cultural exploration with 4 Night From Bagan to Mandalay, ideally placed just minutes from Bagan city center. Sampling the authentic culture of Bagan is easy with the cruise as you can experience the famous terracotta pottery production of local people in Yandabo, and explore the charming colonial buildings in the village of Salay and wood-carved teak monasteries. Moreover, you will be served impeccable service and all the essential amenities on RV Pandaw Cruise II. With the cruise's complimentary internet connection, you may post images and respond to emails anytime you want. When staying on this fantastic cruise, the friendly front desk crew can assist you with a variety of amenities including concierge service, luggage storage, and safety deposit boxes... 
  •   Check out the full itinerary below and send us any requests you have in mind. Myanmar Private Tour knows your wish to have an ideal tour and we are here to make it come true!
Day 1

BAGAN

Meals:Lunch / Dinner

Check-in the cruise this morning right before lunch.
After enjoying lunch and a short rest, we make a trip to a lacquerware production house to learn about the hard and long process of making this type of intricate craft that is famous all over Bagan.
Next of the excursion is a visit to Payathonezu a temple complex built in the 13th century that connected with each other through a small passage. Then, visit Dhamayangyi built in the 12th century – the largest temples in Bagan.
Towards the end of the day, we watch the sunset on the top of Taung Guni Temple before going back to the ship for overnight.

Day 2

SALAY - AYARDAW - TAN CHI TAUNG

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

The ship will spend the early morning to sail to Salay – a small town on the south of Bagan – that is famous for their colonial buildings and teak monastery converted to a museum.
Moor on the river bank, we will leave the ship and walk to Yoke-Sone Kyaung, the teak monastery that houses many archaeological and religious artifacts. After the visit and on the way back to the ship, we can make a stop at Salay House.
While you are on board for lunch, the ship will sail to upstream to Ayaerdaw to visit the clinic that is sponsored by Pandaw and make our way by bus to the Tant Chi Taung Mount and see the temple near the top here.
Late afternoon, enjoy a traditional show of elephant dancing by the local residents before returning back on board for overnight.

Day 3

PAKOKKU

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Today, the ship will sail up to Pakokku a small town north of Bagan (30 km away by road). The main products the town make are tobacco, cotton and peanuts, thanaka and textiles. Making the way through town by tuk tuk, stop at the main market as well as the cheroot workshop.
Return back on board and the rest of the day will be spent sailing. 

Day 4

YANDABO

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Today, you will reach Yandabo after breakfast. Well known for its historical significance as the place where the peace treaty for the first Anglo-Burmese war was signed. Nowadays, it is mostly regarded for it clay water pots of which materials source from the Irrawaddy River itself. You can experience making one with the instruction of our guide and the workers.
Afterward, visit the Yandabo School that is supported by Pandaw (when there is no holiday).
Return back on board as you spend the night sailing to Pauk-taw, Pauk-myaing village near Ava for overnight.

Day 5

SAGAING

Meals:Breakfast

After breakfast, we will reach Sagaing, here you will check-out of the cruise at 9:00 AM for your onward journey.

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4 Night From Mandalay To Bagan

 Destinations: Mandalay - Yandabo - Pakokku - Salay - Bagan

 Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights of Itinerary:
  •  The mighty river Ayeyarwady is the traditional route from Mandalay to the stunning ruins of Bagan. The river originates in the Himalayan Mountains and serves as a major navigation route, and it has seen several royal cities and religious complexes built along its banks, the landscape also changed and blend with the manmade constructions. With this Myanmar Tour on cruise, you will "go back in time," and be captivated by the majestic and stormy past of Burma, fascinating landmarks, and stories of ancient civilizations.
  •   4 Nights cruising from Mandalay to Bagan can give you abundant sightseeing and cultural experience. Contact Myanmar Private Tour now for any requests and let me tailor-make your journey. What is certain is that after taking this excursion, you will want to return and explore even further!
Day 1

MANDALAY

Meals:Lunch / Dinner

You will travel to Sagaing on your own arrangement and check-in the ship at 16.00 followed by dinner.
Overnight at Sagaing.

Day 2

YANDABO

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Today, you will reach Yandabo after breakfast. Well known for its historical significance as the place where the peace treaty for the first Anglo-Burmese war was signed. Nowadays, it is mostly regarded for it clay water pots of which materials source from the Irrawaddy River itself. You can experience making one with the instruction of our guide and the workers.
Afterward, visit the Yandabo School that is supported by Pandaw (when there is no holiday).
Return back on board as you spend the night sailing to Shwe Tan Tit village for overnight.

Day 3

PAKOKKU - AYARDAW

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Today, the ship will sail up to Pakokku a small town north of Bagan (30 km away by road). The main products the town make are tobacco, cotton and peanuts, thanaka and textiles. Making the way through town by tuk tuk, stop at the main market as well as the cheroot workshop.
Return back on board and the rest of the day will be spent sailing. Along the way you can stop to Ayaerdaw to visit the clinic that is sponsored by Pandaw.
Overnight at Tant Chi village.

Day 4

TANT-CHI-TAUNG - SALAY

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

After breakfast, make our way by bus to the Tant Chi Taung Mount and see the temple near the top here. Enjoy a traditional show of elephant dancing by the local residents before returning back to continue downstream
By afternoon we will reach to sail to Salay – a small town on the south of Bagan – that is famous for their colonial buildings and teak monastery converted to a museum.
Moor on the river bank, we will leave the ship and walk to Yoke-Sone Kyaung, the teak monastery that houses many archaeological and religious artifacts. After the visit and on the way back to the ship, we can make a stop at Salay House.
Overnight at Salay.

Day 5

SALAY - BAGAN

Meals:Breakfast

Enjoy the morning sailing from Salay to Bagan, you will disembark from the ship after lunch.

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7 Night Bagan - Mandalay

 Destinations: Bagan - Salay - Tan Chi Taung - Pakokku - Yandabo - Ava - Sagaing - Amarapura - Mingun - Mandalay

 Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights of Itinerary:
  •  Myanmar travel is getting more common and lifting this raw gem into the tourism map of Southeast Asia. As for the abundant natural landscape and rich religious culture, this land is ideal for those who prefer less-crowded sites and discover the authentic values of a mysterious country. 
  •   If you are looking for a journey on a cruise to explore the highlights of Myanmar nature, as well as the traditional lifestyle and heritages of local Burmese, a cruise from Bagan to Mandalay shouldn't be missed on your bucket list! Bagan is the preeminent ancient religious city in Southeast Asia, besides Angkor in Cambodia. What makes it extraordinary is the wonderful views of exotic Buddhist temples scattered across a vast dusty plain. Mandalay, the second largest in the country (after Yangon), lies at the center of mainland Myanmar and is the focus of regional communications and trade and transportation routes.
  •   A tour from Bagan to Mandalay along the Irrawaddy River will give you the chance to discover some of the best temples in Bagan and learn about the traditional lacquerware-making process, experience the famous terracotta pottery production in Yandabo and the village of Salay full of charming colonial buildings. Moreover, you can pay a visit to the highlights of Mandalay including Mahamuni Pagoda, Shwe Kyuang Monastery and Kuthodaw Pagoda... So much more excitement is waiting in the full itinerary, check it out and contact Myanmar Private Tour to make requests for an ideal tour just for you!
Day 1

BAGAN

Meals:Lunch / Dinner

This late morning, transfer from the airport or your hotel (in the city center) to the ship followed by the welcome lunch on board. 
The first shore excursion will be visits to Bagan. First, we start off to Ananda Temple, arguably one of the most beautiful and well-preserved structures in Bagan. Built in the 12th century, the temple has endured and witness many wars and disasters.
Next on your schedule is the Gubyaukgyi Temple, also built in the 12th century, one of the rare temples in the area that still retains its original murals that depicts the people life in Bagan as well as the journey to enlightenment.
Near the end of the day, we make the trip to Phwar saw Village with the population of just over 500. Here, you don’t find many tourists just field of pea, bean and cattle milling around.
Return back to the cruise afterward.
Moor overnight Bagan.
 

Day 2

BAGAN

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Continue the discovery in Bagan today. After breakfast, first we visit Shwesandaw Stupa with their many floor that used to allow visitors to climb up for elevated view. Next on the agenda is the gilt Shwezigon Pagoda which is believed to contain a hair relic of the Buddha.
Before we go back to the cruise to enjoy lunch, make a walk through the Khaminga Pagoda complex to furthermore understand the special architecture of the endless pagodas and stupas in the region.
After enjoying lunch and a short rest, we make a trip to a lacquerware production house to learn about the hard and long process of making this type of intricate craft that is famous all over Bagan.
Next of the excursion is a visit to Payathonezu a temple complex built in the 13th century that connected with each other through a small passage. Then, visit Dhamayangyi built in the 12th century – the largest temples in Bagan.
Towards the end of the day, we watch the sunset on the top of Taung Guni Temple before going back to the ship for overnight.

Day 3

SALAY - AYARDAW - TANT-CHI-TAUNG

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

The ship will spend the early morning to sail to Salay – a small town on the south of Bagan – that is famous for their colonial buildings and teak monastery converted to a museum.
Moor on the river bank, we will leave the ship and walk to Yoke-Sone Kyaung, the teak monastery that houses many archaeological and religious artifacts. After the visit and on the way back to the ship, we can make a stop at Salay House.
While you are on board for lunch, the ship will sail to upstream to Ayaerdaw to visit the clinic that is sponsored by Pandaw and make our way by bus to the Tant Chi Taung Mount and see the temple near the top here.
Late afternoon, enjoy a traditional show of elephant dancing by the local residents before returning back on board for overnight.

Day 4

PAKOKKU

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Today, the ship will sail up to Pakokku a small town north of Bagan (30 km away by road). The main products the town make are tobacco, cotton and peanuts, thanaka and textiles. Making the way through town by tuk tuk, stop at the main market as well as the cheroot workshop.
Return back on board and the rest of the day will be spent sailing. 

Day 5

YANDABO

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Today, you will reach Yandabo after breakfast. Well known for its historical significance as the place where the peace treaty for the first Anglo-Burmese war was signed. Nowadays, it is mostly regarded for it clay water pots of which materials source from the Irrawaddy River itself. You can experience making one with the instruction of our guide and the workers.
Afterward, visit the Yandabo School that is supported by Pandaw (when there is no holiday).
Return back on board as you spend the night sailing to Pauk-taw, Pauk-myaing village near Ava for overnight.

Day 6

AVA - SAGAING – AMARAPURA

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

The shore excursion today begins with a trip to Ava – former capital city of an ancient dynasty. Leave the ship to a coach as we reach Ava Jetty. Here, you will catch a local ferry to reach Ava, followed by a horse-cart ride to Menu Oak Kyaung Monastery built in the 19th century by the queen. Finish off the morning by a trip to Bagaya Monastery – an all teak monastery and are lacquered in black paint. 
Afternoon trip consists of a visit to Sagaing – the heart of the Buddhism in the country. Reach the top of Sagaing Hill and visit Soon U Ponya Monastery to have a panoramic view of the region. Afterward, make a trip to a nunnery to study the discipline of the Buddhists.
Finishing the trip here, we continue to Amarapura, another old capital. We stop at a silk and cotton weaving houses to see the artisans at work.
Finish the day with a sunset boat trip on Taungthaman Lake (subject to the water level) by U Bein Bridge.
Overnight at Sagaing.

Day 7

MINGUN - MANDALAY

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

During breakfast, the ship will sail to Mingun for a morning excursion. Leave the ship, you will walk to the world’s largest unfinished stupa built by King Bodawpaya. Then continue to Mingun Bell which is one of the world’s largest and functional bells. Return back on board afterward for lunch.
The afternoon trip begins with a drive to Mahamuni Pagoda which house one of the most significant Buddha Images in Myanmar. The Buddha Image was brought in by King Bodawpaya himself in the 18th century. Outside of the pagoda, you can have the chance to visit many workshops here that specialize in marble carvings. Next, Shwenandaw Monastery (or Golden Palace Monastery) will be on your schedule. Nearby is the world’s largest book – Kuthodaw Pagoda which contains 729 marble walls of Buddhism inscriptions.
If time allows, you can finish the day in Mandalay Hill that offer great backdrop for photos. 
Overnight at Sagaing.

Day 8

MANDALAY

Meals:Breakfast


After breakfast, we will reach Mandalay, here you will check-out of the cruise at 9:00 AM and we will transfer you to your hotel (in the city center) or the airport for your onward journey.

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7 Night Mandalay - Bagan

 Destinations: Mandalay - Mingun - Amarapura - Sagaing - Ava - Yandabo - Pakokku - Tan Chi Taung - Salay - Bagan

 Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights of Itinerary:
  •  Irrawaddy River Cruises are famous for the best routes of cruises along Myanmar Tour. Navigating between Mandalay and Bagan, 7 Night Mandalay - Bagan Tour will take you to pay a visit to the highlights of Mandalay including Mahamuni Pagoda, Shwe Kyuang Monastery and Kuthodaw Pagoda, then experience the famous terracotta pottery production in Yandabo and the village of Salay full of charming colonial buildings.
  •   Furthermore, beautiful teak monasteries significant for Myanmar culture and some of the best temples in Bagan will appear before your eyes, and you can even learn about the traditional lacquerware-making process.
  •   Contact Myanmar Private Tour for more details or any requests, 7 Night Mandalay - Bagan Tour will meet all your demands as well as expectation!
Day 1

MANDALAY 

Meals:Lunch / Dinner

This late morning, transfer from the airport or your hotel (in the city center) to the ship followed by the welcome lunch on board. 
The afternoon trip begins with a drive to Mahamuni Pagoda which house one of the most significant Buddha Images in Myanmar. The Buddha Image was brought in by King Bodawpaya himself in the 18th century. Outside of the pagoda, you can have the chance to visit many workshops here that specialize in marble carvings. Next, Shwenandaw Monastery (or Golden Palace Monastery) will be on your schedule. Nearby is the world’s largest book – Kuthodaw Pagoda which contains 729 marble walls of Buddhism inscriptions.
If time allows, you can finish the day in Mandalay Hill that offer great backdrop for photos. 
Overnight at Sagaing.

Day 2

MINGUN – SAGAING – AMARAPURA 

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

During breakfast, the ship will sail to Mingun for a morning excursion. Leave the ship, you will walk to the world’s largest unfinished stupa built by King Bodawpaya. Then continue to Mingun Bell which is one of the world’s largest and functional bells. Return back on board afterward for lunch.
Afternoon trip consists of a visit to Sagaing – the heart of the Buddhism in the country. Reach the top of Sagaing Hill and visit Soon U Ponya Monastery to have a panoramic view of the region. Afterward, make a trip to a nunnery to study the discipline of the Buddhists.
Finishing the trip here, we continue to Amarapura, another old capital. We stop at a silk and cotton weaving houses to see the artisans at work.
Finish the day with a sunset boat trip on Taungthaman Lake (subject to the water level) by U Bein Bridge.
Overnight at Sagaing.

Day 3

YANDABO

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Today, you will reach Yandabo after breakfast. Well known for its historical significance as the place where the peace treaty for the first Anglo-Burmese war was signed. Nowadays, it is mostly regarded for it clay water pots of which materials source from the Irrawaddy River itself. You can experience making one with the instruction of our guide and the workers.
Afterward, visit the Yandabo School that is supported by Pandaw (when there is no holiday).
Return back on board as you spend the night sailing to Shwe Tan Tit village for overnight.

Day 4

PAKOKKU - AYARDAW

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Today, the ship will sail up to Pakokku a small town north of Bagan (30 km away by road). The main products the town make are tobacco, cotton and peanuts, thanaka and textiles. Making the way through town by tuk tuk, stop at the main market as well as the cheroot workshop.
Return back on board and the rest of the day will be spent sailing. Along the way you can stop to Ayaerdaw to visit the clinic that is sponsored by Pandaw.
Overnight at Tant Chi village.

Day 5

TANT-CHI-TAUNG - SALAY

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

After breakfast, make our way by bus to the Tant Chi Taung Mount and see the temple near the top here. Enjoy a traditional show of elephant dancing by the local residents before returning back to continue downstream
By afternoon we will reach to sail to Salay – a small town on the south of Bagan – that is famous for their colonial buildings and teak monastery converted to a museum.
Moor on the river bank, we will leave the ship and walk to Yoke-Sone Kyaung, the teak monastery that houses many archaeological and religious artifacts. After the visit and on the way back to the ship, we can make a stop at Salay House.
Overnight at Salay.

Day 6

SALAY - BAGAN

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Enjoy the morning sailing from Salay to Bagan.
First, we start off to Ananda Temple, arguably one of the most beautiful and well-preserved structures in Bagan. Built in the 12th century, the temple has endured and witness many wars and disasters.
Next on your schedule is the Gubyaukgyi Temple, also built in the 12th century, one of the rare temples in the area that still retains its original murals that depicts the people life in Bagan as well as the journey to enlightenment.
Near the end of the day, we make the trip to Phwar Saw Village with the population of just over 500. Here, you don’t find many tourists just field of pea, bean and cattle milling around.
Return back to the cruise afterward.
Moor overnight Bagan.

Day 7

BAGAN

Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Continue the discovery in Bagan today. After breakfast, first we visit Shwesandaw Stupa with their many floor that used to allow visitors to climb up for elevated view. Next on the agenda is the gilt Shwezigon Pagoda which is believed to contain a hair relic of the Buddha.
Before we go back to the cruise to enjoy lunch, make a walk through the Khaminga Pagoda complex to furthermore understand the special architecture of the endless pagodas and stupas in the region.
After enjoying lunch and a short rest, we make a trip to a lacquerware production house to learn about the hard and long process of making this type of intricate craft that is famous all over Bagan.
Next of the excursion is a visit to Payathonezu a temple complex built in the 13th century that connected with each other through a small passage. Then, visit Dhamayangyi built in the 12th century – the largest temples in Bagan.
Towards the end of the day, we watch the sunset on the top of Taung Guni Temple before going back to the ship for overnight.

Day 8

BAGAN

Meals:Breakfast

After breakfast, you will check-out of the cruise at 9:00 AM and we will transfer you to your hotel (in the city center) or the airport for your onward journey.

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What's Not Included

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RV Pandaw II Policy 

1. Alteration of schedule and cruise itinerary

In spite of the fact that we will do our best to assure that the announced itinerary is followed at the strictest possible level, occasionally, we might have to alter or delay the schedules and itineraries in the last minute due to the uncertainty of local weather and river conditions.

2. Change point of embarkation and disembarkation

If the cruise encounters difficulty in embarking and disembarking passengers at the scheduled points, RV Pandaw II will bear no extra cost of transporting to and from the embarking and disembarking place except for the case that the passengers or their agents have purchased a package tour including our land services. Any reason for altering the place of embarkation and disembarkation will not be considered a reason for terminating this contract. 

3. Fuel surcharge

The fuel costs, which have been calculated basing on the average market price, are included in the announced ticket price. If the fuel price increases by more than 10%, the company will have the right to collect charge for fuel supplement equal to the amount by which the fuel price exceeds the price stated in the contract.

4. Deposit

If you book more than 65 days in advance of the departure date, you are required to make a 30% non-refundable deposit at the booking time. The remaining amount must be paid at least 65 prior to the departure.

If you book less than 65 days in advance of the departure date, you are required to make full payment of the fare within 48 hours.

*You may be required to make higher non-refundable deposits for certain special offers. Advice for these offers will be shown to you at the time of booking.

5. Cancellation by us

Under the circumstance that a cruise cannot be operated for passengers with confirmed bookings or departures because the number of occupied cabins is less than 5, RV Pandaw II has the rights to call off the cruise. We will notify all passengers with confirmed booking about the cancellation 30 days in advance. A substitute cruise ship (with parallel itinerary and ship type) or an alternative departure date will be proposed depending on its availability. RV Pandaw II will bear or compensate any extra or difference in cruise prices. If the passengers do not agree with the alternative ship or departure, we will make full refund of the deposit amounts upon the demand of the passengers. If RV Pandaw II makes cancellation of a cruise after a passenger has cancelled their bookings and paid cancellation charges (and deposit), we will make full refund upon the passenger’s request.

6. Cancellation by Customer

If you intend canceling your booking, you must notify us via email or fax. The applicable policy for cancellation charge will be as follows:

  • If you cancel 65 days or more prior to the departure, you will be charged 30% of the total price.
  • If you cancel 64 days or less prior to the departure, or don’t show up, you will be charged 100% of the total price.

 * When calculating the refund for your cancellation, we will deduct the wire fees and credit card commissions.

7. Children Price & Extra Bed

Children under the age of 4 may share cabin with their parent(s) without extra charge. However, RV Pandaw II cannot ensure the availability of cots. Children over the age of 4 up to 18 get:

  • 50% reduction from adult price for 1 adult and 1 child staying in 1 cabin
  • 50% reduction for the child for 2 adults and 1 child staying in 2 cabins (1 cabin has no single supplement)
  • 50% reduction for the children for 2 adults and 2 children staying in 2 cabins.

For larger family groups, the price would be calculated upon request.

8. Insurance

We highly recommend that travelers have their trip cancellation covered. In this case, travelers will be repaid the cost of air ticket and other non-refundable payments for the trip. We also advise the guests to purchase insurance for medical matters, luggage loss and delay of the trip in case of unfavorable situations. RV Pandaw II will not be liable for the loss of personal belongings.

9. Dietary needs

If the guests have exceptional dietary needs, they should contact with us 30 days in advance of the departure. The cruise crew will exert all possible efforts to satisfy the exceptional dietary needs and demands depending on the availability of the goods.

10. Travelers’ responsibilities

All the guests stepping on board should be responsible towards their co-travelers and the cruise crew. The guests are advised to analyze the conditions of the trip itinerary and have appropriate social conduct towards their co-travelers and crew members. They should thoroughly check all the safety requirements on board and during the trips.

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