The Junk
Overview
9.6
Excellent
Vessel Type | Sail/Motor |
Year built | 1962 |
Length | 33m |
Width | 8.5m |
Capacity | 18 |
Hull | Wood |
Nitrox
Surcharge
Wifi
No
Equipment
Surcharge
Tech friendly
No
The Junk liveaboard is a stunning, historical 33m vessel that offers liveaboard diving holidays in Thailand. Originally built in 1962 as a sailing cargo vessel, she was completely overhauled and refitted in 1997 to the vessel she is today. Built from the finest Asian teak wood known as Takien Tong, she is a three mast junk vessel with 330 square metres of sails that are both functional and beautiful.
The Junk is able to comfortably welcome 18 divers on board. Accommodation is provided in two flexible double/twin cabins, two triple berth cabins, and two quad cabins that can sleep up to four divers in twin bunk beds. All cabins are equipped with air conditioning, fan and offer en-suite facilities.
The spacious, air-conditioned saloon is decoratively fitted with hand carved shelves, drawers and cabinets, behind which is hidden the on board entertainment selection. Guests can choose from a library of books, videos and mini discs to entertain themselves when out of the water. A large flat screen TV is perfectly positioned for optimal viewing while relaxing in the saloon area.
Dining on board The Junk is truly first class. With a wide selection of dishes ranging from Asian themed cuisine to more traditional Western styled dishes, guests are spoilt for choice. Alongside the regularly scheduled meals throughout the day, fresh fruit and additional snacks are always available. Meals are served in the saloon which, with its open design and many windows, offers incredible views of the surrounding oceans as guests tantalise their taste buds on the exceptional cuisine on board.
An expansive dive and leisure deck provides ample space for kitting up as well as for relaxing. Underwater photographers and videographers will appreciate the large fresh water rinsing tanks and designated areas for charging and preparation of equipment.
Dates & Prices
Cabins
Double/Twin Cabin
The Junk has two cabins with a bed that can converted to either double or twin configuration. The cabins are air conditioned and offer their own en-suite facilities.
Deck: | Lower Deck |
Bedding: | Twin beds or Double |
Max. occupancy: | 2 |
Ensuite: | Yes |
Air-conditioning: | Yes |
No. of cabins: | 2 |
- Ensuite bathroom
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Fans
- Towels
Triple Cabin
There are two triple cabins accommodating up to 3 divers on board the Junk. These cabins can also be booked in a double or twin configuration at our standard twin/double rate. These cabins are air conditioned and offer their own en-suite facilities.
Deck: | Lower Deck |
Bedding: | Twin beds + Single bunk |
Max. occupancy: | 3 |
Ensuite: | Yes |
Air-conditioning: | Yes |
No. of cabins: | 2 |
- Ensuite bathroom
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Fans
- Towels
Quad Cabin
There are two quad cabins onboard The Junk that can sleep up to four divers in bunks. These cabins are air conditioned and offer their own en-suite facilities.
Deck: | Lower Deck |
Bedding: | Single Bunks |
Max. occupancy: | 4 |
Ensuite: | Yes |
Air-conditioning: | Yes |
No. of cabins: | 2 |
- Ensuite bathroom
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Fans
- Towels
Amenities
Vessel facilities
Guests: | 18 |
Double/Twin cabins: | 2 |
Triple cabins: | 2 |
Quad cabins: | 2 |
Ensuite bathrooms: | Yes |
Air-conditioning: | |
Towel change: | |
Saloon: | Yes |
Diving facilities
Dive courses: | |
Equipment rental: | |
Nitrox membrane: | |
Rebreather friendly: | |
Charging station: | |
Photography friendly: | |
Compressors: | 2 x Bauer |
Tenders: | 2 |
Guides: | 4/5 |
Technical
Length: | 33m |
Width: | 8.5m |
Engines: | 1 |
Generators: | 2 |
Hull: | Wood |
Fresh water maker: | Yes |
Safety
First aid: | |
First aiders: | |
Emergency Oxygen: | |
Oxygen administrators: | |
Life Jackets: | |
Life Rafts: | |
VHF ship to tender radios: | |
Extras
Marine Park & Port Fees | Per person |
|---|---|
Similans – 4 nights | 50 USD (non-diver $35) |
Similans – 6 nights | 65 USD (non-diver $35) |
Southern Explorer – 2 nights | 35 USD (non-diver $12.50) |
The applicable marine park fees for your itinerary will be added to your onboard extras to be paid on the boat before disembarkation. | |
Equipment | Price per day: | Price 2 nights: | Price 4 nights | Price 6 nights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full set* (excluding Computer & Torch) | US$25 | US$75 | US$88 | US$125 |
BCD | US$8 | US$24 | US$28 | US$40 |
Fins (incl. booties) | US$3.50 | US$10.50 | US$12 | US$17.50 |
Mask | US$3.50 | US$10.50 | US$12 | US$17.50 |
Regulators (Aqualung) | US$8 | US$24 | US$28 | US$40 |
Wetsuit (3mm shorty) | US$7 | US$21 | US$24.50 | US$35 |
Dive Computer | US$8 | US$24 | US$28 | US$40 |
UW Torch/Flash light | US$3.50 | US$10.50 | US$12 | US$17.50 |
Upgrade to 13ltr (100 cuft) cylinder | US$10 | US$30 | US$35 | US$50 |
*Full equipment set includes BCD, Regulators, Wetsuit, Mask, Fins and Snorkel only.
We recommend pre-booking equipment to ensure availability and correct sizes are on board.
Price | |
|---|---|
Nitrox per day | US$25 |
2 night (3 day) itinerary | US$75 |
4 night itinerary | US$88 |
6 night itinerary | US$125 |
On-board pricing is liable to change without notice. Though we try to keep documentation as up to date as possible, please be aware that, although it is unlikely, prices may be different on your cruise.
Beer | US$2.50 |
Wine (per glass) | US$3.75 |
Merchandise: T-Shirt | US$12.50 |
Merchandise: Can cooler | US$3.75 |
Kayaking (subject to availability) | Free |
PADI Courses | Cost: |
|---|---|
PADI EANx- Nitrox | $100 |
PADI Advanced Open Water | $250 |
Other PADI Speciality Courses | Please enquire* |
PLEASE NOTE: The course prices listed above are for completing the practical (diving) elements only; they DO NOT include course materials or certification registration. You can register for online learning for PADI Advanced Open Water and PADI EANx (Nitrox) here. For all other courses, please speak to our reservations team.
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