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THE JUNK SIMILAN LIVEABOARD

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A Similan liveaboard trip on board The Junk offers more than just four days great diving. The nostalgic tale began in the Andaman sea in 1962. The Junk was originally launched as part of a small merchant fleet transporting charcoal from Burma to Singapore. Later it made several movie appearances including James Bond in 1974. It was converted into a diving boat in 1997. No other Similan liveaboard boasts this heritage. The Junk offers a truly unique experience.

Cabin Prices

SIMILANS: from 29,500฿

SIMILANS/SURIN: from 39,000฿

KOH PHI PHI: from 9,000฿

Boat Details

LENGTH: 33M

WIDTH: 8.5M

MAX SPEED: 8 Kt

OVERVIEW

The Junk or correctly named, June Hong Chian was completely restored in 1998 as a luxurious Similan liveaboard. Using traditional Chinese carpenters and the best teak wood the Junk has lost none of her traditional charm. The boat runs typical four day Similan trips or longer six day trips that include diving around the Surin Islands for a maximum of 18 divers.

Three cabin types, furnished in the Junk’s traditional teak wood style, feature individual air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with hot water. Different cabin configurations offer both exceptional value for money or private, spacious luxury.

DIVING

A large shaded dive deck offers each diver their own personal set-up area and storage crate, supplied with a personal deck towel and surface marker buoy for the duration of the trip. To maximise safety, dive site drops off and pick-ups are conducted from a spacious dinghy. This ensures you hit the site’s sweet spots when you enter and get picked up immediately when you surface.

The Junk is suitable for divers of all experience levels and also offers a range of diving courses. You will be in the safe hands of the boat’s experienced dive guides, with thorough safety briefings, dive briefings and extensive local knowledge.

RELAXATION

Relaxing on the Deck of The Junk in Thailand

The Junk features shaded open deck areas, a sundeck with sun beds and an indoor salon which can be cooled by either fan or air-conditioning. All relaxation areas blend seamlessly with the nostalgic feel of the liveaboard. Delicious, highly rated Thai and International cuisine is served buffet style with the choice of shaded outdoor or indoor dining areas.

With fresh fruits and snacks always available between meal times, it is almost guaranteed you will not go hungry aboard the junk. Should you tire of idyllic, tropical island views there is also a TV, a library of movies, books and games.

The Junk Similan Liveaboard Putting Up Sails

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Christmas in the Saloon of The Junk Similan Liveaboard

THE JUNK DECK PLAN & CABINS

The Junk Similan LIveaboard Deck Plan Layout

MAX GUESTS
18
CABINS
6
BATHROOMS
8
NITROX
Yes
AIR-CON
Yes

FOOD
International & Thai Buffet
SUN DECK
Sun Beds & Shaded Area
TOWELS
Bath/Deck
MASSAGE
Traditional Thai
EXTRAS
Kayak Usage

DOUBLE CABIN

There are 2 private double bed cabins which feature plush furnishings, overhead reading lights, air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with hot water and bath towels.

Duration	Destination	Price
4 Nights	Similan Islands	44,000฿
6 Nights	Similan Islands	55,000฿
1 Night	Koh Phi Phi	12,000฿
2 Nights	Koh Phi Phi	16,800฿

4 Nights – Similan Islands – 44,000฿
6 Nights – Similan Islands – 55,000฿
1 Night – Koh Phi Phi – 12,000฿
2 Nights – Koh Phi Phi – 16,800฿

THREE BERTH CABIN

2 three berth cabins offer single beds for 3 individual guests or can be converted into a double bed with an additional single bunk bed. Ideal for couples traveling with a child.

Duration	Destination	Price
4 Nights	Similan Islands	36,000฿
6 Nights	Similan Islands	44,000฿
1 Night	Koh Phi Phi	10,000฿
2 Nights	Koh Phi Phi	14,000฿

4 Nights – Similan Islands – 36,000฿
6 Nights – Similan Islands – 44,000฿
1 Night – Koh Phi Phi – 10,000฿
2 Nights – Koh Phi Phi – 14,000฿

FOUR BERTH CABIN

2 four berth cabins offer twin bunks for 4 individual guests or can be booked as a shared twin. A berth in this cabin is exceptional value for money considering the boat’s quality.

Duration	Destination	Price
4 Nights	Similan Islands	29,500฿
6 Nights	Similan Islands	39,000฿
1 Night	Koh Phi Phi	9,000฿
2 Nights	Koh Phi Phi	12,600฿

4 Nights – Similan Islands – 29,500฿
6 Nights – Similan Islands – 39,000฿
1 Night – Koh Phi Phi – 9,000฿
2 Nights – Koh Phi Phi – 12,600฿

The Junk Schedule

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

COMPUTER	250฿/day
CAMERA	Please Enquire
15LT TANK	Free
NITROX	800฿/day

COURSES

DISCOVERY DIVE	Please Enquire
ADVANCED	9000฿
NITROX	6500฿
SPECIALTIES	Please Enquire

INCLUDED

Transfer from Khao Lak/Phuket
All meals and snacks
Soft drinks, Tea, Coffee & Water
Towels and Housekeeping

NOT INCLUDED

Dive Equipment (800฿/Day)
Marine Park Fees
Diving Insurance
Alcohol, Cigarettes & Merchandise

“This was my first liveaboard dive cruise, and I must say, it was amazing! You get to live on an awesome ship with a cool history. It was featured in several movies, including 007!”

-LYNDI D

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