The Junk, Thailand
9.2 Superb - Nitrox available
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Aircon Cabins
“There were two of us for 6 nights in We were completely satisfied. Everything was well organized from transfer, check-in, food, di…”
Highlights
The Junk is a historic liveaboard that offers a unique experience, combining the charm of a traditional wooden ship with modern comforts, while taking divers on adventures around the Similan and Surin Islands. The Junk accommodates 18 divers in 6 fully air-conditioned cabins, each with an en-suite bathroom and hot shower. Choose from private, three-berth, or four-berth cabins to suit your preferences. The boat has a shaded dive deck, personal set-up areas, and the option for Nitrox diving.
This 33-meter authentic wooden sailing vessel has its claim to fame: It has been used in several films, including James Bond’s “The Man With The Golden Gun” and "Swiss Family Robinson."
Enjoy buffet-style meals with fresh local ingredients and warm Thai hospitality. When not diving, unwind in the air-conditioned salon, watch a movie, or explore nearby islands on a kayak. Encounter majestic mantas, playful reef sharks, and a kaleidoscope of tropical fish, making each dive an unforgettable experience. The Junk promises a journey filled with unforgettable moments above and below the waterline.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (10 USD per night), National Park Fees (35-115 USD).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox (25 USD per day), Nitrox Course (100 USD), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (50-250 USD), Snorkel Gear.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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The Junk Reviews
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- 9.2 Superb
- Vessel 8.4
- Crew 9.7
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.1
- Value 9.0
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- 9.2 Superb
- Norbert D
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Germany
We highly recommend the trip, the boat and the crew
There were two of us for 6 nights in We were completely satisfied. Everything was well organized from transfer, check-in, food, diving to the return transfer. The team was super well-rehearsed.Someone from the crew was always there immediately if you needed help. Everyone was always very friendly.The boat has always anchored nearby or moored to the buoy. Then short Zodiac ride to the dive site. Our dive guide immediately adapted to us; always had everything under control. When many other groups were on the road, he made sure that we were very close to him and otherwise left us alone according to the respective experiences. Nevertheless, he kept showing us many things that we might have overlooked otherwise, e.g. tiny nudibranchs but also sharks etc. in blue water. He was also able to assess the residual air very well.The divers were divided into 4 groups so there was no stress and no space problems etc when getting ready or returning. We were a maximum of 5 guests in our group. The groups changed the order daily.There were lists of who was in which group and the respective order of who was allowed in the Zodiac. The crew had also organized this very well. The respective daily schedule with times as well as everything previous and the dive sites planned for the current day were also posted.Each diver had his equipment at a festival. The tanks were refilled immediately after diving. Nitrox was also possible. The oxygen content of the cylinder was always analyzed before each dive.The food was very tasty, varied and if you wanted, you could eat Thai food alone. Right after each dive, a small soft drink was served as soon as we got from the Zodiac to the boat; each time a different one, e.g. matcha tea, cocoa, sorbet.There was enough space on the boat, both for eating and relaxing. Eating was always possible under the awning or in the saloon. Cabins were also sufficiently large with enough storage space. There were two of us with two others in a four-person cabin and we could cut it in half with curtains in case one wanted to read and another wanted to sleep. There were no problems with the others in the cabin. Everyone was practically only in the cabin to sleep anyway. Sleeping was also possible on deck, if the boat did not exceptionally sail at night.The highlight for us was the dive site Richelieu Rock.
- Recommended for
- Dive guide. Helpfulness of the entire crew. Friendliness.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Anike B
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Italy
Almost perfect
We had a terrific experience which exceeded our expectation
- Recommended for
- Food. Crew services. Sites.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Ronald H
- Germany
Relaxation
Crew does their best to make the days really nice. The boat itself has charm and it's all very relaxed. But you can tell the boat's interior is old - everything is very dark also because of the wood and the cabins are simple. You have to be prepared for that, then you can enjoy a relaxed diving holiday.
- Recommended for
- Dive sites. Catering. Service.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Malgorzata N
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Poland
amazing
Perfectly organized, amazing Staff, delicious food and DIVING, DIVING, DIVING
- Recommended for
- crew, food, diving
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Chelsea L
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United States
Fun
With only 15 people on board ut was not to crowded and we got to know everyone. They kept the groups small for diving. Food was great!! I liked the buffet style.
- Recommended for
- Food. Small group dives. Friendly staff.
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- 10 Exceptional
- THIERRY L
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France
Excellent!
Very well managed all the way from pick-up at aiport to drop-off after the cruise. Very friendly staff and dive guides. Excellent mix of Thai and western food (4 meals per day between each dives). 4 dives/day including 1 night dive and 2 dives on last day.
- Recommended for
- Boat & Crew - Food - Dive sites
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- 10 Exceptional
- Jonathan T
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Sweden
A ship with personality
I booked the The junk because I really liked the ships apperance and every dive when we went back to the boat I felt joy and adventure compared to other boats around us. This ship definatly has personality and you could tell the staff loved the boat as well. Great safety and briefs, the food was really awesome and the staff was great as well so only good things to say. I recommend this trip to anyone who likes an adventure when you go diving.
- Recommended for
- Great ship, friendliest staff and the FOOD omg.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Chris S
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United Kingdom
Superb 👌
Superb diving in the Andaman Sea on this traditional Chinese junk boat, enjoy fantastic food too
- Recommended for
- Superb diving. Excellent food. Safety culture.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Liam M
- United States
Perfect
Awesome trip with tremendous staff who go out of their way to make sure you have a memorable trip
- Recommended for
- atmosphere. staff. everything was set up and taken care of.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Gaia S
- Italy
Definitely would do it again
Great experience, the staff is upper kind and always available for you to help you in any way, food is amazing, and the dives are always different and special.
- Recommended for
- Friendliness of the staff. Diving. Good.
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