The Junk is a comfortable standard professional dive yacht runs by Master Fleet, offering scuba trips in the Similan Islands, it can accommodate 18 guests.

Lily Zhang

20/07/2014

Me and my mother just back from 5-day-4-night liveaboard trip from THE JUNK. We really enjoyed our time on this authentic and historical teak wood merchant sailing vessel, Thank you Shueri for...

Description

Boat

The Junk is a 33 meteres long, 8.5 meteres wide Motor Sailing yacht, cruise at 8 knots and has 2 tenders (one with 40hp, 4.20 meters long, the other one with 60hp, 5.80 meters long).

The Junk was built in Penang, Malaysia in 1962 for charcoal transportation that traded up and down the coastline from Burma to Malaysia. It was mainly used to transport mango wood charcoal till 1985 then she was restored and redesigned for the first time to serve as a classic yacht. In 1997 the boat changed owners and it was completely restored and set up as a liveaboard vessel.

The Junk features a cozy indoor air-conditioned lounge on the main deck, with comfortable sofa sittings, dining tables & charis, cocktail & snack bar, TV, DVD, library of movies, books and CDs.

Out side of the lounge there is also an outdoor open deck area, with charis and chaise, it can be shaded by canvas during the day and offer a nice cooling area for relaxation.

The dive deck is located just outside of the indoor lounge on the main deck, well equipped with personal gear lockers and in place fill station.


Cabin

The Junk has 6 guest cabins, it can welcome up to 18 guests per trip :

All cabins are fully air-conditioned, with en-suite bathroom, fans, and towels.

2 Double Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each comes with a a bed that can converted to either double or twin configuration, there is no window or porthole.

2 Triple Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each comes with 3 single beds (2 are in bunk style), no window or porthole.
These cabins can also be booked in a double or twin configuration at the standard twin/double rate.

2 Quad Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each comes with 4 bunk style single beds, no window or porthole.


Diving

  • Similan route: 5 Days / 4 Nights (14 Dives)
  • Similan route: 7 Days / 6 Nights (19 Dives)
  • Southern Explorer route: 3 Days / 2 Nights (10 Dives)
  • Best of Thailand route: 11 Days / 10 Nights (33 Dives)
  • No dives will be offered on the embarkation day.
  • No dives will be offered on the disembarkation day.
  • All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.

Other Informations

  • Nitrox:Available with additional cost
  • 15L Tanks:Available with additional cost
  • REBREATHER Dive:Available with additional cost
  • Technical Dive:Not available at the moment
  • Dive Equipment Rental:Available with additional cost
  • Dive insurance:Divers must have valid dive insurance
  • Wi-Fi Internet :Not available at the moment
  • Laundry Service:Available with additional costt
  • Massage Service:Not available at the moment
  • Payment on board:By cash (THB/USD/EUR) or credit cards
  • Crew Number:12 - 13, include 4 - 5 dive guides

Itineraries

Similan & Surin Islands 5D/4N | 14 dives

Dive areas : Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Surin Islands.

Day 1: Embarkation at 19:00
Days 2-4: Up to 4 dives per day
Day 5: Two morning dives, if possible

This 4 night Thailand liveaboard adventure combines the Similans with Kon Bon, Koh Tachai and reaches northwards as far as Richelieu Rock and the Surin Islands.

Diving in Thailand should be on the agenda for every diver. With interesting topography created by the rocky boulders, alongside excellent marine life, it is easy to see why.

The Similan & Surin Islands are best reached by liveaboard dive boat and this 4 night scuba diving itinerary allows up to 14 dives, including up to 3 sunset / night dives. Sharks, marbled whip rays, turtles, harlequin shrimp and wondrous soft corals all await the eager diver.


Similan & Surin Islands 7D/6N | 19 dives

Dive areas : Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock, Surin Islands.

Day 1: Embarkation at 19:00
Days 2-5: Up to 4 dives per day
Day 6: Two morning dives, if possible
Day 7: Disembarkation at 10:00

This 6 night Thailand liveaboard adventure combines the Similans Islands with Kon Bon and Koh Tachai and reaches northwards as far as Richelieu Rock and the Surin Islands.

The Similan Islands and Surin Islands National Marine Parks are best reached by liveaboard dive boat and this 6 night safari covers both allowing up to 19 dives, including up to 4 sunset / night dives at some of the best dive sites in the Andaman Sea. Sharks, marbled whip rays, turtles, harlequin shrimp and wondrous soft corals all await the eager diver.


Southern Explorer 3D/2N | 10 dives

Dive areas : Koh Phi Phi, King Cruiser, Shark Point, Koh Doc Mai, Racha Yai & Racha Noi.

This short 3 day / 2 night trip explores the Phi Phi Island group, which lies in Phang-Nga bay about 45km east of Phuket.

Day 1 : Embarkation at 08:30 followed by a cruise to the first dive site of a 3 dive day.

Day 2: Up to 4 dives; 3 day dives and a sunset or night dive.

Day 3: After the 3rd dive, the vessel commences her cruise to port for disembarkation around 16:00.


Best of Thailand 11D/10N | 32 - 33 dives

The Best of Thailand itinerary combines our 4 nights Southern Thailand itinerary with the 6 night Similan & Surin Island itinerary to offer guests the opportunity to experience the highlights of both in a single 10 night liveaboard trip.

Day 1:
Embarkation at 18:00 is followed by introductions, safety briefings and dinner.

Day 2 - 9:
Your Cruise Director will schedule up to 4 dives per day; 3 day dives and a sunset or night dive.

Day 10:
Usually 2 morning* dives before cruise to port.

Day 11:
Breakfast on board followed by disembarkation between 09:30 and 10:00 am.

More

Destinations South Andaman Sea, Similan Islands
Facilities Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Rebreather Friendly, Watersport equipment, Camera Station, Laundry
Languages spoken English, French

Schedules & routes

Date Duration Destination Departure - Arrival Price
23/04/2024 to 29/04/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,440.00 Detail
30/04/2024 to 04/05/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $960.00 Detail
04/05/2024 to 08/05/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $960.00 Detail
09/05/2024 to 15/05/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,440.00 Detail
24/05/2024 to 26/05/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
31/05/2024 to 02/06/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
07/06/2024 to 09/06/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
14/06/2024 to 16/06/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
21/06/2024 to 23/06/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
28/06/2024 to 30/06/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
05/07/2024 to 07/07/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
12/07/2024 to 14/07/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
19/07/2024 to 21/07/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
26/07/2024 to 28/07/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
02/08/2024 to 04/08/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
09/08/2024 to 11/08/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
16/08/2024 to 18/08/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
23/08/2024 to 25/08/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
30/08/2024 to 01/09/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
27/09/2024 to 29/09/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
04/10/2024 to 06/10/2024 2 nights South Andaman Sea Chalong - Chalong From $500.00 Detail
14/10/2024 to 18/10/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,000.00 Detail
19/10/2024 to 23/10/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,000.00 Detail
23/10/2024 to 27/10/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,000.00 Detail
28/10/2024 to 03/11/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,500.00 Detail
03/11/2024 to 09/11/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,500.00 Detail
10/11/2024 to 14/11/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,000.00 Detail
14/11/2024 to 18/11/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,000.00 Detail
19/11/2024 to 25/11/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,500.00 Detail
25/11/2024 to 01/12/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,500.00 Detail
02/12/2024 to 06/12/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,000.00 Detail
06/12/2024 to 10/12/2024 4 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,000.00 Detail
11/12/2024 to 17/12/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,500.00 Detail
17/12/2024 to 23/12/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,500.00 Detail
24/12/2024 to 30/12/2024 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,500.00 Detail
30/12/2024 to 05/01/2025 6 nights Similan Islands Tap Lamu - Tap Lamu From $1,500.00 Detail

Prices & conditions

Destination Duration Cabin Price
Similan Islands 4 nights Quad From $960.00
Similan Islands 4 nights Triple From $1,180.00
Similan Islands 4 nights Double From $1,440.00
Similan Islands 6 nights Quad From $1,440.00
Similan Islands 6 nights Triple From $1,740.00
Similan Islands 6 nights Double From $2,160.00
South Andaman Sea 2 nights Quad From $500.00
South Andaman Sea 2 nights Triple From $620.00
South Andaman Sea 2 nights Double From $760.00

Included

  • Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
  • VAT and local taxes
  • Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
  • Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
  • Soft drinks
  • Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
  • Dive guide service
  • Use of Kayaks or/and SUPs
  • Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
  • Boat accident insurance
  • Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
  • Cabin cleaning service

Not included

  • Domestic flights in destination country
  • Marine park fees & Port fees
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Alcoholic beverage
  • Dive equipment rentals
  • Larger tank (15 L)
  • Nitrox fills
  • Dive courses on board
  • Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
  • Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
  • Crew gratuity

Useful information

South Andaman Sea

Best time for diving
Mid October - May is the optimum diving season on the Andaman coast (west coast). Thailand has a dry and a rainy season : it rains on the West coast during the Summer months (May- October) and on the East during the winter (October- May).

About temperatures
Air : throughout the year, temperatures range from 25°C to 34°C with April through May being the hottest month and January the coldest
Sea : between 27°C - 30°C year round, with May being the warmest and December being the coldest.

Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend 3 mm wetsuit year round.

Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels. You can find out more informations about diving in South Andaman Sea here : South Andaman Sea

Embarkation / Disembarkation
The embarkation and disembarkation are in Phuket or Khao Lak, guest can fly in/out Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Tap Lamu Pier (Khao Lak) is approximately 1 ½ - 2hr, depending on traffic.
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Chalong Pier is approximately 1 ½hrs, depending on traffic.

Visa Requirements
Many nationalities can visit Thailand without a visa under the Visa on Arrival rule or Visa Exemption scheme. These options allow visitors to stay for up to 30 or 45 days.
To find out more information, please visit the Thai Visa on Arrival, or Visa Exemption and Bilateral Agreement or contact your nearest embassy/consulate.

Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are required unless you are coming from or passing through contaminated areas. Yellow fever certificates are required for those who are coming from the following 14 countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Angola, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Mauritania, Mali, Nigeria, Sudan and Zaire.

Money Matters
The local currency is Thai Baht (THB). The majority of established hotels and restaurants accept major credit cards.
However, smaller, family-run places probably will not. There are money-changers and ATM machines located at the airport and at the ports.

Drones
Tourists can bring their drones into Thailand. However, they are not allowed to fly their drones here until they have registered their devices with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).

Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.


Similan Islands

Best time for diving
Mid-October - May is the optimum diving season on the Andaman coast (west coast). From early December until late April you can usually expect clear skies nearly every day. On average, you can expect 20 meters of visibility at The Similan Islands throughout the diving season.

Due to the likelihood of extreme weather during the monsoon months, the local authorities close the marine parks from May 16th until October 14th every year. Therefore the Similan diving season is from October 15th to May 15th.

About temperatures
Air: throughout the year, temperatures range from 25°C to 34°C with April through May being the hottest month and January the coldest
Sea: between 27°C - 29°C all year round, there are times when it drops to the mid or even low 20s, but in general these are rare or temporary occasions.

Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 mm wetsuit year-round.

Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels. You can find out more information about diving in Similan Islands here : Similan Islands

Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation and disembarkation are in Khao Lak, or Phuket, guests can fly in/out of Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Tap Lamu Pier (Khao Lak) is approximately 1 ½ - 2hr, depending on traffic.
Transfer between Phuket Airport and Chalong Pier is approximately 1 ½hrs, depending on traffic.

A few liveaboards set their embarkation and disembarkation in Ranong (UNN).

Visa Requirements
Many nationalities can visit Thailand without a visa under the Visa on Arrival rule or Visa Exemption scheme. These options allow visitors to stay for up to 30 or 45 days.
To find out more information, please visit the Thai Visa on Arrival, or Visa Exemption and Bilateral Agreement or contact your nearest embassy/consulate.

Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are required unless you are coming from or passing through contaminated areas. Yellow fever certificates are required for those who are coming from the following 14 countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Angola, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Mauritania, Mali, Nigeria, Sudan, and Zaire.

Money Matters
The local currency is the Thai Baht (THB). The majority of established hotels and restaurants accept major credit cards.
However, smaller, family-run places probably will not. There are money changers and ATMs located at the airport and the ports.

Drones
Tourists can bring their drones into Thailand. However, they are not allowed to fly their drones here until they have registered their devices with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).

Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.

Diver's reviews (1)

Lily Zhang, 20/07/2014

Me and my mother just back from 5-day-4-night liveaboard trip from THE JUNK. We really enjoyed our time on this authentic and historical teak wood merchant sailing vessel, Thank you Shueri for recommend it to us! Because my mum is a non-diver, i was worried she will be board while i was under the sea. But onboard of THE JUNK, there is a huge deck with comfortable matresses to lay around and relax, and a large air-con saloon. My mum enjoyed it! And diving in the southern Andaman Sea was better than i imaged. We saw whale shark! it was my first time saw whale shark, i'm really happy about it! And the enitre trip! Thanks

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