After an understandably quiet time of it, Hong Kong’s junks have been pulling up anchor and heading out on the water again. With the summer months upon us, now is the perfect time to book your next trip. Here’s a list of a dozen of Hong Kong’s best junk boat rental and catering companies so you can do just that.
Junk Boat Rental Companies in Hong Kong
Charter Junks Hong Kong
This new company offers a wide variety of charter packages and tours that take advantage of Hong Kong’s great coastline and waters. See our interview with founder Sharon, over the page! charterjunkshk.com
Hong Kong Junks
Whether it’s a leaving party, a birthday or just a great day out with friends, this “plastic-free” junk company can entertain up to 40 people on the water, with crowd pleasing food and drink options, and a DJ available for hire. hongkongjunks.com.hk
Lazydays
Launched in 2012, Lazydays provides fully catered luxury junk trips on a fleet of 10 or more stylish boats. There’s a strong eco-friendly focus to the trips, along with authentic homemade cuisine with a distinct British feel. lazydays.com.hk
Hong Kong Yachting
This group offers more than 50 boat rental options in Hong Kong, from hiring just a boat to tailoring a personalised catered trip for a big group on a luxury cruiser (including inflatable slide and trampoline!). hongkongyachting.com
Jaspas Junks
Jaspas operates two fully catered family junks from Pak Sha Wan Pier, just south of Sai Kung. The location allows for easy access to some great Hong Kong beaches. casteloconcepts.com/jaspas-junk/sai-kung
Saffron Cruises
With one of the largest fleets of junks in Hong Kong, from a red-sailed Chinese junk floating in Victoria Harbour to an 85-foot motor cruiser yacht, and catering by Shamrock, Saffron offers something for every occasion. saffron-cruises.com
Junk Boat Catering Companies in Hong Kong
Zebratasty
The caterer used by Charter Junks Hong Kong, Zebratasty is a corporate and event catering specialist in HK, with a wide range of menus for everything from junk trips to kids’ birthdays, weddings and more. zebratasty.com
Delicious
This catering group has provided the eats and drinks at some big events in HK, and also offers a range of junk menus to enjoy. In fact, they have their own fleet of junks, cruisers and luxury boats, so they can supply the sustenance and the transport! delicious-hk.com
Gingers
Turning 20 this year, Gingers offers a range of menus from international to Asian flavours. The website has comprehensive lists of food items and categories (including “No Chef” and ”With Chef” options), and a quick online ordering system. gingers.com.hk
Le Pain Quotidien
To complement the offerings at its four locations in Hong Kong, LPQ delivers freshly prepared platters of its pastries, organic breads, signature tartines, salads, artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and organic beverages to wherever they’re needed. lepainquotidien.com/hk/en
Pomegranate
Whether it’s a refined yacht party your planning, or just a regular day on a junk, Pomegranate delivers a range of different maritime menus – from platters to à la carte mains – directly to your pier of choice. pomegranate.com.hk
Shamrock
This catering group was established in 1994 and does everything from licensed catering in its 6,000-square-foot facility to junk packages; there are four menus on the website, starting from H$220 a head, plus an easy ordering form. shamrock.com.hk
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