The Phinisi

‘Cheng i Sao’

All Adventure

Discover the Andaman and Mergui Archipelago

Comfort and Style

A home from home

The Phinisi

‘Cheng i Sao’

Tradition, comfort & flexibility

Accommodation on board Thailand and Myanmar’s most iconic diving liveaboard.


The Junk proudly presents her sister boat: The Phinisi, officially known as ‘Cheng I Sao’. The Phinisi (pronounced: Pinisi) operates liveaboard cruises in Thailand and Myanmar.

While a remarkable history and character unites the two yachts, The Phinisi complements The Junk by offering a variety of itineraries in Thailand, plus another exciting destination: the Mergui Archipelago in Myanmar!

THE PHINISI DECK PLAN

Check out our liveaboard before you get here!

Upcoming cruises…

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LIVEABOARD FEATURES

Some of the key features on The Phinisi

THE CABINS

 7 aircon cabins

 Individual aircon control

 Ensuite bathroom with hot water

 Overhead reading lights

 Bath towels

 Cupboards for personal items

THE DIVING

 Shaded dive deck

 Personal set-up area & storage crate

 12l Alu-tanks, weights & belt

 15l Alu/Steel-tanks*

 Aqualung rental equipment*

 SMB (Safety sausages)**

 Personal diving/deck towel

 Nitrox and Dive courses available*

THE BOAT

 Fan Saloon

 42″ Flatscreen TV

 Library of movies, books & games

 Covered outdoor & indoor dining

 All meals served buffet style

 Self service drinks & snacks*

 Sundeck with beds

 2 support RIBs

THE EXTRAS

The Phinisi boutique (Equipment/Merchandise)

Island visits

Service with a smile

(*Charges apply)

(**Free of charge for duration of trip)