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GENERAL INFORMATION
The Ferretti 680 is a state of the art, top of the range motor-yacht, designed following years of innovation: a boat with enormous power and maneuverability, with a targeted balance between technical features and design solutions. Everything onboard is conceived to make life luxurious and enjoyable; an ample circular divan, a wide solarium on the fly bridge, a spacious internal living room with a dining room that hosts 6-8 people and a well furnished kitchen. From when you first step onboard the teak decks, then enter the main saloon, you will soak up the ambiance provided by the plush leather couch and seating, the highly polished cherry wood interior and fully lined alcantara finish.

In addition, the positioning of the rooms provides spacious liveable conditions: two comfortable matrimonial cabins and the others with two single parallel beds with private bathroom. On this particular Yacht one bedroom has been converted to Office space complete with Satellite Phone, Satellite Internet, Telefax and Laptop Computer. The comfortable VIP cabin is located at the bow. The master stateroom is in the centre of the boat and includes a voluminous wardrobe and bathroom with exceptionally large shower. The two large windows guarantee both an excellent source of natural light internal to the craft and pleasing view of the sea.

DESTINATIONS
Phang Nga Bay (Year round)
Heading Northeast from Phuket, a short cruise will take you into Phang Nga National Park. This 400 sq./km water wonderland is truly awe-inspiring, with it's limestone pinnacles rising from calm, misty waters and it's numerous anchorage's to explore caves and hongs, this area combines breath-taking scenery with a sense of true serenity.

Beach Hopping (Nov to April)
The bay and coves with their white sandy beaches along Phang Nga Bay or the west coast of Phuket have provided the attraction for Tourism to expand here. “Ferretti 680” has the capability and comfort to cruise these waters; anchoring in calm protected bays in either remote or popular destinations.

Racha Islands (Year round) - snorkeling and diving
These islands are one of the real tropical paradises close to Phuket. “Ferretti 680” takes just one hour to reach Paradise Bay featuring a very white sandy beach which is framed by a bay with corals on both sides. The clear water makes it excellent for swimming and snorkelling. Colourful corals are home to a myriad of tropical fish.

Krabi (Year round) – snorkeling and diving
Further East, cruising into clearer waters, the Krabi Province blends the staggering topography of Phang Nga with the stunning coral-fringed islands of the Andaman Sea.

Long popular with rock-climbers and beachcombers alike, Krabi's Rai-Le beach is most fully appreciated lying at anchor while watching the spectacular sunset casting its warm glow across the sand.

Phi Phi Islands (Year round) – snorkeling and diving
South of Krabi are perhaps the most famous islands of the area, Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Le, and cruising into the shelter of Ton Sai bay on Phi Phi Don for the first time will certainly have you keen to return.

This area offers bountiful anchorages with clear, calm water while boasting spectacular scenery. The large bay can host many visiting yachts with good facilities and restaurants in abundance ashore.

The Similan Islands (Nov to April) – snorkeling, great diving
The Similan Islands, rated one of the top ten global dive locations, are known as a divers and snorkeler’s paradise and the only way to get there is by boat. The Similans consist of 9 small islands and surrounding reefs and the NE winds makes these islands an ‘cannot be missed’ spectacle. The crystal clear water offers an abundance of colorful reef fishes, corals and other marine life.

With the ability of “Ferretti 680” to achieve high speeds we are one of the few vessels capable to explore the Similan national park in a short time. To relax onboard while surrounded by fish and corals easily visible in the clear blue waters, is a truly stunning experience. Please allow for a minimum of 4 hours travelling in perfect conditions. 2 days or longer suggested.

The Surin Islands (Nov to April) – snorkeling, great diving
The Koh Surin archipelago is a 135 square kilometers area lying in the Andaman Sea some 53 kilometers off mainland Ranong Province. The park's five islands lie just south of the border with Burma, prolific marine life and clear calm waters make the Surin Islands one of the most exclusive marine adventures possible today.

One of the most remote and untouched coral outcrops and declared National Parks; these islands are an ideal extension to a Similan Island Cruise.

Mergui Archipelago Myanmar (Year round) – snorkeling, great diving
Should your desire be to find remote, pristine, natural surroundings; this is the cruise for you. These Burmese Islands, covered in rain forest with white beaches literally everywhere, are still absolutely prolific with birds and wild life.

We can take you out for fishing from the dinghy where you will catch a variety of pelagic and bottom fish. The diving is diverse and exciting. Burma Banks are famous for its sharks and clear waters. The Islands between Western Rocky Island in the south and Black Rock in the north offers world class diving adventures.

On this Cruise you will board “Ferretti 680” in Burma. We will take care of all the formalities and we need to charge a yacht delivery fee of 2700,- $US.

Langkawi (Year round)
One of our best selling cruises, Langkawi is an archipelago of 99 islands in the Andaman Sea, some 30 km off the mainland coast of northwestern Malaysia. By far the largest of the islands is Pulau Langkawi with a population of some 45,000. “Ferretti 680” provides you with five-star comfort while exploring islands; visiting remote beaches, inland lakes, Mangrove Rivers alongside towering limestone peaks.

Such graceful surroundings complement the inherent warmth of traditional Malaysian hospitality that is conveyed throughout Langkawi. Superb sceneries, numerous restaurants and bars, and a host of delightful activities to suit every holiday pleasure, ensure guests a memorable Langkawi experience.

We can modify this trip to a one way cruise and/or organize Hotel rooms as well as sightseeing tours in Langkawi.

Orient Cruise one way to Penang (Year round)
Our ‘Orient Cruise’ offer guests on board “Ferretti 680” an opportunity to explore the magnificent area around Phuket, as well as the islands off Malaysia’s west coast. Normally, we set out for the protected waters of Phang Na Bay, followed by a marine Cruise of the Krabi coastline; visiting Koh Phi Phi, Rok Nok, and other highlights on the voyage south to Langkawi.

Our final destination is the historic Georgetown, the capital of Penang, formerly known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’. The cultural mix, offering outstanding cuisine set in an area still boasting architecture from an earlier century, makes for a memorable finale to your adventure.

As we offer this Cruise year round, our itinerary is flexible for our guest’s preferences, as well as taking into account weather considerations. Please note that both Langkawi and Penang have international airports.

Diving
(please book in advance to allow for preparation, certified divers only) You are provided with the best available and excellently maintained diving equipment.

Your voyages will be accompanied by our experienced dive masters who know the waters like the backs of their hands. We do recommend allowing for at least overnight to dive at the more attractive locations.