The Phinisi Liveaboard Review

The Phinisi is a 34 meters boat operating as a liveaboard in Thailand and Myanmar. In fact, the liveaboard is also known as the “Cheng I Sao” and offers diving cruise itineraries on the best dive sites in Myanmar and Thailand. Sistership of the “The Junk”, The Phinisi promises adventure and comfort.

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The Cabins

The Phinisi welcomes up to 18 guests on every diving cruise itinerary. The boat has various types of cabins, which will match most budgets for travelers. Indeed, you will find regular double or twin occupancy rooms, but also have the possibility of a triple and even quad-shared room. Every room comes with its own ensuite bathroom, air-conditioning, and has storage space.

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The Phinisi’s On-board Facilities

The Phinisi offers plenty of space, indoor and outdoor, for you to relax and take in all the best views from the cruise, either its Myanmar or Thailand. Indeed, the indoor salon has big windows, features a complete media system, a bar, and ample seating space. Moreover, the dining room is located at the stern, offering the perfect sunset view. Plus, there are loungers and plenty of space for you to enjoy on the sundeck.

Vessel Layout

Built for divers, The Phinisi proudly boasts to compare to its renowned sister ship, The Junk. In fact, the two liveaboards are comparable in terms of capacity, size, and technicalities. Indeed, you will find all the same safety and navigation features on The Phinisi that you would on The Junk. Plus, both have a cruising speed of 8 knots.

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Diving with The Phinisi

The liveaboard offers itineraries in the Similan Islands or Thailand, but also in Myanmar, moving around from November to May each year. The Phinisi features a large dive deck which appears to include everything a diver might need. You will have your own diving towel and personal space with a crate for your material as well as a safety sausage loaned free of charge. Plus, you have access to Aqualung equipment rental, diving courses, and nitrox, all at additional cost.

Price starts at 1,200$US – 5 days / 4 nights – Similan Islands
Price starts at 1,850$US – 8 days / 7 nights – Mergui Archipelago
More itineraries and various durations are also available.