Destination: Thailand
Itineraries: Similan, Southern Explorer, Surin & Rochilieu Rock (3 - 6 Nights) | From $197++/night
The Junk Liveaboard Quick Pitch
The Junk Liveaboard or S/Y June Hong Chian Lee offers luxury dive cruises through the Similans, Koh Phi Phi and Phuket on a historic 33-m native sailing vessel, converted for divers.
Why You'll LIke The Junk Liveaboard Sky Liveaboard
- Excellent all-inclusive meals in Thai, American and International style
- Air conditioning throughout the boat
- 6 comfortable en-suite cabins for 18 guests per cruise
- Historic luxurious boat redesigned for diving
- Nitrox and diving courses available
- Excellent value for money
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Dive Overview
The Thai Islands and the Andaman Sea are known for widely varied underwater terrain, friendly fish, and diverse marine life, with warm water throughout the year. Marine life includes soft and hard corals, fields of anemones, nudibranchs, harlequin shrimp, cuttlefish and seahorses, plus regular sightings of mantas, zebra sharks, and the legendary whale shark. To join the cruise, you can fly to Phuket International Airport and be transferred to the port.
[See: Thailand Dive Travel Guide & Similan Islands Dive Travel Guide]
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Accommodations
Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos
The Junk Liveaboard Accommodation Details
- No. of Cabins: 6 cabins for 12-18 guests.
- Cabin Types: Double, Triple and Quad Cabins.
- Amenities: En-suite bathroom, air conditioning.
Double, Triple and Quad Cabins, respectively. All with en-suite bathrooms.
General Facilities
The Junk Liveaboard Boat Features
- Indoor lounge, complimentary activities
- Air conditioning throughout the boat
- All inclusive meals, with a variety of Thai, Asian & Internasional flavors
- Library of books and audio & video entertainment
- Beer and wine available at an extra cost
- 42" Flatscreen TV
- Sundeck with beds
The Junk Liveaboard Deck Plan
Schedule, Rates & Availability
The Junk Liveaboard Schedule & Rates
Prices are in USD, per person and do not include National Park Fees.
[See also: Inclusions & Exclusions]
Inclusions
- Accommodation with air con
- All meals, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
- Return hotel and airport transfers in Phuket and Khao Lak
- Dive master services (English-speaking, 1 guide per max. 6 divers)
Exclusions
- Mandatory national park fees: Similans 4 nights 50 USD, Similans 6 nights 65 USD, Thailand 10N 115 USD, Southern Explorer 3 day/2night trips 35 USD.
- Dive equipment rental
- Alcoholic drinks
- Nitrox fills for certified divers
- Airfare
- Single travelers price: quad-share price + double-share price
OTHER DATES & AVAILABILITY
For more information on other departure dates that are not listed above and on availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at 310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!
Dive Information & Itineraries
Itinerary 1: Similan, Surin & Richelieu Rock (November - May, 6 Nights)
- Dive Overview: Leopard shark, giant trevally, angelfish, coral gardens bommies, sharks, batfish and barracuda around Similan Islands. Mantas in Koh Bon. Rays, sharks, pipefish, and nudibranchs in Koh Tachai. oft corals and a variety of marine life in Richelieu Rock. Napoleons, angelfish, bumphead parrotfish, turtles, and more in Surin Islands. You might also visit Khao Lak wrecks if the conditions allow.
- No. of Dives: 19 dives. Up to 4 dives per day plus a sunset or a night dive. Days 1 and 7 are reserved for embarkation and disembarkation.
- Typical Daily Schedule: Light Breakfast, followed by Dive 1. Full breakfast and relaxation, followed by Dive 2. Lunch and relaxation followed by Dive 3. Dinner either before or after sunset/night dive.
Itinerary 2: Similan & Richelieu Rock (November - May, 4 Nights)
- No. of Dives: 14 dives. Up to 4 dives per day plus a sunset or a night dive. Day 1 reserved for embarkation. 2 dives on the last day.
- Typical Daily Schedule: Light Breakfast, followed by Dive 1. Full breakfast and relaxation, followed by Dive 2. Lunch and relaxation followed by Dive 3. Dinner either before or after sunset/night dive.
- Dive Overview: Leopard shark, giant trevally, angelfish, coral gardens bommies, sharks, batfish and barracuda around Similan Islands. Mantas in Koh Bon. Rays, sharks, pipefish, and nudibranchs in Koh Tachai. oft corals and a variety of marine life in Richelieu Rock. You might also visit Khao Lak wrecks if the conditions allow.
Itinerary 3: Southern Explorer (May - September, 3 Nights)
- Day 1: Embarkation begins at 19:00, followed by introductory briefings and dinner.
- Days 2 & 3: The Cruise Director will plan up to 4 dives daily, including 3 regular dives and either a sunset or night dive. A typical diving schedule follows:
- - Light breakfast, briefing, and Dive 1
- - Full breakfast, relaxation, briefing, and Dive 2
- - Lunch, relaxation, briefing, and Dive 3
- - Snack
- - Briefing for Dive 4
- - Dinner
- Day 4: After Dive 3, the vessel begins its return to port, with disembarkation around 16:00.
[Read More: Thailand Dive Travel Guide]
Other Information
Diving Facilities & Services
- Nitrox available at an extra charge
- Dive equipment rental onboard
- Diving courses available at an extra charge
Diving Courses
- Advanced Open Water Course: 250 USD
- PADI EANx/Nitrox Course: 125 USD
- All courses include certification and PADI materials.
Dive Equipment Rental
- Full dive equipment rental: 31 USD per dive day (please request individual item pricing)
- Dive Computer: 10 USD per day
- Torch: 4 USD per night dive
- 15 ltr tank: 13 USD per day
- Nitrox: 31 USD for 1 nights - 5000 THB for 6 nights
Boat Specifications
- Year Built: 1962
- Year Restored: 1998
- Length: 33 meters (99 feet)
- Beam: 8.50 meters (28 feet)
- Speed: 8 knots Motor Sailing
- Engine: 1 Main Engine 380 HP
- Generators: 2 generators 50 kW each
- Tenders: 1 tender 40 hp 4.20 meters & 1 tender 60 hp 5.80 meters
- Compressors: 2 Bauer
- Scuba Tanks: 40
- Electronic: Satellite Navigation System, 3 VHF Radios, 2 CB Radios, Video Depth Sounder
- Watermaker: 6,000 L per day
- Range: 10.000 liters of diesel (range unlimited as long as there is wind)
- Safety: Patient area with 2 large oxygen tanks, 40 life jackets, Life raft for 25 people
- Surface: 2 recreational areas totaling 150 square meters
- Maximum guests: 18 passengers
- Number of cabins: 6
- Crew: 10
Practical Information
- Time Zone: GMT +7
- Local Currency: THB (BHT)
- Language Spoken: English spoken aboard
- Electricity: 220v (110v adapters available)
- Payment Onboard: Cash & Credit Cards accepted
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