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6 Beginner’s Tips For Water Sports: Wakeboard & Wakesurf

Posted on August 10, 2018

Wakeboarding and wakesurfing are this summer’s hottest water activities.

To help you get started with either sport, we have integrated the 6 most useful beginner’s tips!

As a new rider, experience a stress-free and fun-filled first session with our introductory guide.

1. How much does wakeboarding/wakesurfing cost?

Many of you are probably wondering whether or not these activities are expensive. How much will they set you back?

Contrary to popular belief, these activities are very affordable!

For example, take a look at one of our wakeboarding packages.

This package’s speedboat can hold a maximum of 7 people, so if you split the total package price of 1300 HKD into 7, each person ends up paying only 185 HKD, even on weekends and public holidays!

It should be noted that our licensed instructors have suggested that each new rider get 30 minutes on the board at a time to properly get the hang of things. Therefore, additional hours can be added on if your party is larger.

Included in the package price, as mentioned earlier, are our licensed instructors and boat crews. Both are highly experienced and will adjust the lesson and boat speed according to you, so there is no need to worry!

2. Where are the best locations to wakeboard/wakesurf in Hong Kong?

In general, Sai Kung is the best place to go. It is one of our favorite areas of Hong Kong! Its beautiful countryside will provide a picturesque backdrop of deep green and clear blue, perfect for your first or next session.

If you choose Sai Kung, you can stop in Nam Fung Wan, Tai Long Wan, or Half Moon Bay. These are all great spots for water sports, so it is completely up to you where you go! You can also ask your boat captain for his or her recommendations.

Check out one of our Sai Kung packages!

Tai Po, another part of Sai Kung, has several lovely bays as well. These include Pak Shek Kok and Mirs Bay.

Check out one of our Tai Po packages!

Of course, there are also plenty of nice locations that are closer to Hong Kong Island, such as the surfing hot spots Big Wave Bay and Tung Lung Chau.

Check out one of our urban packages!

Please note that most of our packages are for morning sessions (9 AM to 12 PM), though we will try our best to accommodate you.

Browse all of our water sports packages!

3. Is wakeboarding/wakesurfing for me?

Most likely! There is no age limit for these activities. Whether you are 5 or 65, you can learn to ride!

That’s right, even children can participate, as long as they are not afraid of the water!

(We provide life jackets in case you or anyone in your party does not know how to swim.)

There are also no weight restrictions, although lighter people will generally have an easier time getting started.

If you want to learn how to do tricks, wakesurfing may be a better choice for you, as it is cordless and less restrictive.

We will get into the differences between the two sports in the next section!

If neither sport appeals to you, we offer other, increasingly popular water sports, such as flyboarding, hoverboarding, and jet skiing.

Check out one of our hoverboarding packages!

Check out one of our jet skiing packages!

4. What is the difference between the two sports?

So, what exactly is the difference between wakeboarding and wakesurfing?

Well, wakeboarding basically entails surfing atop the waves created by the wake of a speedboat that is pulling you along.

There are boots attached to the wakeboard that you strap into, so it is similar to snowboarding.

While riding, you hold onto a cord attached to the speedboat so that you stay afloat behind it.

Wakesurfing is essentially the same activity, except it is more similar to surfing.

This is because it is cordless, and there are no straps for your feet, making this sport less restrictive and more ideal for doing tricks!

Check out one of our wakesurfing packages!

5. Can wakeboarding/wakesurfing be dangerous?

To be fair, every sport has a certain level of risk.

A bit of physical fitness is necessary, as the body needs to maneuver the waves while keeping its balance.

Therefore, muscle strain is a possibility; however, if you fall off your board, the most you will get is a mouthful of salt water.

To reduce the chance of injury, please follow the professional guidance of your licensed instructor to maintain the correct posture and develop the fundamental skills.

Appropriate protective equipment, warm-up exercises, and safety rules should also be incorporated.

Again, we offer life jackets for those who want them.

The most important thing is to relax and have fun!

6. I’m worried about making a mistake and crashing. Any advice?

Yes! Don’t worry!

It is normal for beginners to feel nervous, but it is important that you try to relax.

Pulling at the cord and remaining tense and tight will only make you less balanced and increase the chances of your falling off.

When you relax, you will be more comfortable maneuvering the waves.

Also, do not try to stand too early!

Beginners are often anxious to get started and ride successfully, but standing too early will negatively affect your balance.

Take it slow and easy your first time!

Learn the basics first, then try to do tricks; otherwise, you run the risk of straining yourself and losing your balance.

The basics will include finding your center of gravity, which will help you feel confident on the board!

We hope that our brief guide has inspired you and your friends to get your adrenaline fix out on the water this weekend!

If so…

…browse our water sports packages here!

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Top Hong Kong Junk Boat Trip Party Dinner Catering Packages 2018

Posted on August 7, 2018

With the end of summer looming near, the time for junk boat parties is now or never! (Or until next year.)

Add some flavor to your next boat party, literally, with our delicious catering packages!

From Thai food to American cuisine, we have it all! You can even add beverage packages to get your drink on!

Keep reading for a taste of each of our featured menus!

Overview

After booking a boat on our website, you will be directed to this page, where you can add on food packages, drink packages, and cute floats.

We currently offer five featured food packages, ranging from more upscale menus to more simple junk boat party sets.

After choosing the package best suited for your party, a window will pop up similar to the one below.

In the window, you will find the details of the package, as well as a drop-down menu of the package’s variations, the menus themselves, the delivery method, and the pick-up points.

After selecting the quantity desired, you can then add to cart!

Note: We will do our best to accommodate any dietary restrictions/special requests regardless of which package you select, so please just let us know beforehand!

Exclusive Kowloon Shangri-La Boating Menu

For our first package, we have partnered with Kowloon Shangri-La, a five-star hotel here in Hong Kong!

This package is perhaps better fitted for a more formal event on one of our cruisers or yachts, and the quality of the food is absolutely guaranteed!

There are three menu variations available (A, B, and C), all of which have a minimum of five people.

Each menu variation has four courses: salads, canapés, mains, and desserts.

Here are a few of the dishes you can choose from:

Brie Stuffed With Black Truffle
Balik-Style Salmon Wrapped In Thin Crêpe
US BBQ Pork Ribs OR Roasted French Free Range Chicken With Roasted Potatoes, Grilled Vegetables & Rosemary Apple Chutney
Roasted Sirloin Beef OR Roasted Leg Of Lamb With Sautéed Garlic Potatoes, Grilled Vegetables, Rosemary Jus & Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce
Pan Fried Sea Bass With Steamed Jasmine Rice, Vichy Carrots, French Green Beans & Lemon Butter Sauce
Apple Crumble With Honey & Thyme
Matcha Green Tea Cake

Sound enticing? We think so too!

Thai Party Meal Set

If you are looking for a more casual option, but with a taste of the exotic, consider our Thai Party Meal Set!

There are two package options: one with beverages, and one without. Both have a minimum of 30 people for Sundays and Public Holidays.

Vegetarian options are also available!

With this set, you’ll get delicious Thai dishes like:

Crispy Shrimp Slices
Thai Lettuce Wraps
Thai-Style Pork Neck
Spring Rolls
Crispy Chicken Wings
Chicken/Pork Satay
Thai-Style Fried Rice

Drinks include mineral water and sodas, such as Coca-Cola and Sprite!

Junk Party Set

By far our most affordable option is our junk party set!

With catering available for anywhere between 20 and 60 people, this package also offers plenty of flexibility!

You will get a tasty mix of dishes, such as:

French Fries
Chicken Nuggets
Mini Hot Dogs
Chicken Wings
Garlic Bread
Spaghetti
Fried Rice

There are also a few Thai-Style dishes and desserts included in each menu variation!

Buffet Set

You may be expecting some very hungry guests, in which case, we recommend our buffet set!

There are three menu variations available (A, B, and C), all of which have a minimum of 20 people.

Each menu variation has four courses: appetizers, salads, hot dishes, and desserts. Menu C also has a carving station!

Although each menu’s selections differ, here are some items you can expect:

Chinese Roast Platter (BBQ Pork, Smoked Duck Breast, Soy Sauce Chicken & Sausage)
Sweet & Sour Pork
Italian Assorted Vegetables with Parma Ham, Dried Beef & Salami
Singaporean Fried Noodles
Lobster, Prawn & Fresh Fruit Salad
Maple Glazed Ham With Rosemary Honey Sauce
Strawberry Cheesecake

You also have the option to add on professional catering services for either 4 hours or 8 hours, depending on your needs, making this package versatile for any type of event!

Light Meal Set

A much lighter alternative to our buffet set is, well, our light meal set!

This set has three tiers: the standard cocktail party menu, the superior cocktail menu, and the deluxe cocktail menu.

Each menu requires a minimum of 25 people (the deluxe menu requires a minimum of 30), and each averages about 8-10 pieces of food per person, with differing selections.

Menus A and B feature cold canapés, sandwiches, hot finger foods, and desserts, including:

Pesto Tomato With Smoked Mozzarella Cheese
Smoked Salmon Rosettes
Sushi Platter (California Rolls & Tuna Maki Rolls ) – Menu B Only
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Vegetable Samosas With Mint Sauce
Tandoori Chicken Kebabs
Mini Fruit Tarts

Beverages are also included in both menus, although Menu B boasts a two-hour free flow of non-alcoholic beverages!

The final menu, Menu C, has the aforementioned dishes, plus a few more.

It is the most extravagant of the three, as it includes wine and beer, as well as a dim sum station for dumplings!

Professional catering services are also available for this set.

Some Things To Note

Although we have a wide range of foods for you to choose from, there are a few details that remain the same for each menu.

Please take note of the following things:

All menu items will be served in aluminum trays.
All packages will be delivered to the pier of your choosing, depending on which piers are available for selection for each package.
You must pick up the deliveries at the pier.
Delivery fees may apply to some of the packages.
Please complete your order and payment at least 4 days before boarding.
If you have any dietary restrictions, special requests, or menu choices, please let us know in the comments section when checking out, or contact us at the time of booking.
Packages may change from time to time, and pictures are only for reference.
No cancellations once orders are confirmed.

Is your mouth watering yet?

Click here to see all of our featured catering packages and menus!

Click here to book a boat to go with the food!

Be sure to share your boating experience with us by tagging #yachtholimood in your posts!

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The Difference Between different Water Sports: Wakeboard & Wakesurf

Posted on August 6, 2018

Ever wanted to try wakeboarding?

What about wakesurfing?

Aren’t they pretty much the same thing?

Not quite!

Keep reading for an introduction to these two unique water sports!

Wakeboarding

Wakeboarding evolved from a combination of various sports, namely water skiing, snowboarding, and surfing.

This sport involves coasting on the waves created by the wake of a speedboat. These waves mimic real ocean waves, big enough to ride and even do tricks upon! The rider is towed along behind the boat with a connecting rope.

By far our most popular water sports option, wakeboarding is essentially like wakesurfing, but with a few main differences.

Instead of throwing the connecting rope back to the boat after finding his or her balance as in wakesurfing, riders hold on to the rope to be kept in tow of the speedboat pulling them along.

Due to the specific type of board used in this sport, holding on to the rope is the only way to keep afloat.

Another difference is that wakeboards have boots attached that riders stay strapped into, allowing them to reach faster speeds and greater heights.

These differences make wakeboarding much easier to learn for most people.

Sound reassuring?

Try wakeboarding with us!

We have 2-hour, 3-hour, and 4-hour rentals available.

Some packages can service up to 8 people, so bring your friends!

Wakesurfing

Just like wakeboarding, wakesurfing involves surfing in the wake of a speedboat, atop the waves created by the boat.

Initially, the speedboat pulls the rider out of the water as he or she holds on to the connecting rope.

Once the rider starts riding comfortably, he or she throws the rope back onto the boat, leaving his or her hands completely free!

This sport can be a bit more challenging to pick up at first, especially as riders aren’t attached by boots to the board itself. (The advantage in this is having more freedom for maneuvering and performing tricks.)

Not to worry, however; our boat crews are very friendly and helpful in teaching the basics!

Check out one of our wakesurfing packages for a private session in the gorgeous countryside of Hong Kong: Sai Kung!

Want more water sports?

Check out our blog: 7 Water Sports To Try In Hong Kong!

Ready to jump on board?

Click here to browse all of our water sport packages!

Be sure to share your experience with us by tagging #yachtholimood in your posts!

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Our Special Pool Float Offer For Your Next Yacht Party!

Posted on August 4, 2018

Pool floats are essential to any boat party.

Luckily, we now offer the cutest themed floats through our sister company, Pool Float HK!

To show you guys just how awesome our floats are, we are currently running a special offer.

If you book a boat through our website, you can also order a complete float package at a discounted price!

Keep reading for all the details.

Step 1: Book a boat through our website.

If you book a boat through our website, you can receive a discount on any of our third-party food and beverage packages.

This offer is only applicable to day boat charters.

Another offer we are currently running is $1 Floating Beer Pong!

Now, when you book any day boat, you can add on a floating beer pong mat for only $1!

Here is an example of one of our boat’s booking details.

As you can see, we accept two forms of payment: bank transfer and credit card.

If you book with a credit card, it will not be charged until your reservation is confirmed.

Book Here Now!

Step 2: Choose the floats you want to add on.

After choosing a form of payment and requesting your reservation, you will come to this page.

There, you can choose to add on third-party catering packages, drink packages, and float packages.

Navigate to the float section, and you will see the page below.

Here, you can see the $1 Floating Beer Pong Offer, as well as the featured float package in the middle!

$1 Floating Beer Pong

Our exclusive floating beer pong mat is a summer must-have!

Combine this globally popular drinking game with your next party out on the water!

Our floating beer pong mat is made with high-quality PVC fabric, and it is delicately designed with a double-layered inflatable mouthpiece.

Featured Float Package

Unicorn and flamingo themed floats are always popular at pool and boat parties. We can see why; they are certainly fun and eye-catching!

Now, you can get four different floats (unicorn and flamingo included), as well as an electronic air pump, for just $899! Original price is $1,445.

Complement your next boat party with these adorable additions!

Step 3: Pick up your floats at our office.

After you have made your add-on selections, hit continue to move forward to the final confirmation page.

Here, you can double-check all of your booking details, as well as make sure that your discounted float package has been added (see the red arrow).

Floats can be delivered right to you; just input your address in the comment box.

You can also pick up the floats directly from our office in Kwun Tong! It is a convenient five-minute walk from the Kwun Tong MTR station.

Find a map (and our hours) here.

Please also confirm your order with us before picking up.

Some final things to note:

This discount can only be applied once per boat.
This offer is for a limited time, while stocks last.
Please complete the order and payment at least three days before boarding.

Click here to book a boat!

Check out Pool Float HK for more cool floats, and get free delivery on orders over $700!

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Cheung Chau Hong Kong seafood Junk Ship Trip with sightseeing Tour included

Posted on August 4, 2018

In the last issue, we brought you a complete guide to booking a boat for your next boat trip.

In this issue, we will be featuring one of our favorite packages to give you some ideas for which boats to book!

So, without further ado…

Travel to one of Hong Kong’s most popular outlying islands: Cheung Chau!

Our special boat rental package will allow you to explore the island from all angles, while enjoying a variety of fresh, local seafood!

Steamed Seafood

For those who are seafood lovers, this section will be preaching to the choir. But if not, perhaps it’s because you haven’t tried the very best!

We recommend first choosing a savory blend of flavors, gradually moving from a light taste to a rich one.

Our special package features several delicious options for you to choose from: mantis shrimp, crab, clams, scallops, abalone, prawns, sea snails, lobster, cuttlefish, and more!

Choose eight dishes from the full menu on our website. Lobster and mantis shrimp are each an additional 50 HKD per person.

All options are freshly caught, and the quality is guaranteed, so be sure to give this healthy and tasty menu a try!

Steamed Clam

Abalone With Corn

Lobster With Blue Crab

Blue Crab In Pumpkin Soup

With these dishes, take in the savory essence of the seafood; the sweet flavors are sure to satisfy!

All seafood is subject to seasonal availability.

Book This Package Now!

Guided Tour

Another focus of this package’s itinerary is exploring the story of Cheung Chau from multiple angles!

Weekend trips to Cheung Chau by ferry can be crowded and tiresome. A refreshing alternative is going by boat!

Take a two-hour guided tour with the local boat crew as they show you famous sites such as Cheung Po Tsai Cave, Tin Hau Temple, and various strange rock formations.

The guided tour will extend the total boat rental time from two hours to four hours. It will be an additional 1800 HKD.

Cheung Chau Pier

Cheung Chau Bay

Another Side Of Cheung Chau

Cheung Chau Sunset

For this all-inclusive package, the pricing is quite reasonable.

Before adding the guided tour, the package price is only 350 HKD per person! This includes your choices of fresh seafood in a five-story steamer, as well as the boat rental to and from Cheung Chau.

With the two-hour guided tour, the package price is only 650 HKD per person!

We hope you are now inspired to discover the different sides of Cheung Chau, while enjoying some delicious steamed seafood!

Book This Package Now!

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Yacht Rental User Guide-How To Book A Boat Charter / Chinese Junk?

Posted on August 2, 2018

How to book a junk boat? How can I hire a Chinese Junk boat? How about Yacht Rental? Any Food And beverage included? WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Here comes a platform that could offer a one-stop boat booking service that does not require you to go out of your way to contact individual boat owners.

All available boat and package information is clearly listed on our website, making the boat booking process quick and easy!

We are here to help you along the way of course, but here is a detailed user guide on how to book a boat, so that you can start browsing today!

1. Search & Find

The first thing you will see on our website’s homepage is our currently ongoing offer and our search engine.

At the very top of the homepage is a bar that is classified into the following categories: Boat Types, Services, Our Tailor-Made Service (Flexbook), Add-Ons, FAQs, Contact Info, etc.

If you are unsure about what type of boat you want to rent, you can select Boat Types. This will drop down a menu for you to choose from.

We currently have 8 types of boats, including luxury yachts, cruisers, and junk boats.

Feel free to browse these boats to choose the right one for you, your party, and your budget.

Alternatively, you can select Services, which will also drop down a menu for you to choose from.

In this category, you can choose the type of occasion that your boat rental will be for.

Among other things, we offer all-inclusive packages, squid/cuttlefish fishing, night cruises, and water sports.

We also service various events, such as weddings, company events, and live music parties.

To jump right into a specific search, simply fill out the sections of our search engine.

You will be asked about your desired location, type of event, date, and number of people.

If you happen to have the code of the vessel you want to rent, you can paste that into the “Yacht Code” section.

Your search will bring you to the following page of search results, where you can browse all relevant and available boats.

You can even apply filters to your search on this page to pull up boats that will allow pets, or have karaoke capabilities, for example!

After applying some filters, sort the order of your search results according to lowest or highest price first, guest rating, or ongoing discounts.

Flexbook

We also offer a tailor-made service called Flexbook, on top of our search engine.

This service provides a customized quotation, complete with all of the best options for you and your event!

All you have to do is fill out a short online questionnaire, which will ask you about your needs and preferences.

After submitting the online form, we will email you a quote specifically for you!

You’ve Searched; Now Let’s Find!

Below is a more detailed look at the possible boat listings that might come up after a search.

You can see each boat’s code, name, rating, and associated icons, as well as multiple pictures from different angles.

Click on the boats you are most interested in, which will open up a new tab for each boat.

On each tab you will find all of the boat’s details, including its measurements, water activities, food menus, amenities, possible piers and bays, prices, and more pictures!

You will also find more general information, such as links to our add-on food and drink packages, our arrangements in case of bad weather, and our cancellation policies.

You can also jump to specific information by selecting the relevant section from this bar at the top of the page.

If the page does not move to the section you selected, it means that the vessel does not have that section.

2. Confirm & Book

Now that you have chosen the best boat package for you, it’s time to confirm all the details, and start the booking process!

The process is as simple as this: select the date you want to depart, the number of guests you want to bring along, the pier of departure (usually also the pier you want to return to), the desired boarding time, water activities, meals, and extras.

These options all depend on the boat package you have chosen.

We currently only accept two types of booking payments (bank transfer and credit card), so please select the correct type for you.

If you select online booking by bank transfer:

A reservation request will be sent to us.
You will be directed to the next page, which will give you the option to add on food, drink, and float packages.
The page after that will allow you to check all the details, and confirm that everything is accurate. After agreeing to our policies and terms, please hit submit.
After submitting the online form, please wait for us to verify the reservation. We will usually notify you by email within 24 hours.

If you select online booking by credit card:

A reservation request will be sent to us. Your credit card will not be charged until your booking is confirmed.
You will be directed to the next page, which will give you the option to add on food, drink, and float packages.
The page after that will allow you to check all the details, and confirm that everything is accurate. After agreeing to our policies and terms, please hit submit.
After submitting the online form, please wait for us to verify the reservation. We will usually notify you by email within 24 hours.

Generally, reservations must be made at least one month in advance for a weekend departure, and it is best to book two months in advance of boat season (June – August) to ensure availability.

Please contact us if you have any questions about boat availability.

Meanwhile, take a look at our add-on packages below.

Catering: We offer delicious menus from around the world, with food ranging from American to Thai. We have even partnered with Kowloong Shangri-La, a five-star hotel here in Hong Kong, to provide three exclusive menus!

Drinks: Many of our boat packages do not include alcoholic beverages, so we offer beer packages, wine packages, and various mixers that you can add on!

Floaties: Have you ever heard of floating beer pong? Well, now you can try it for yourself! Get a $1 floating beer pong mat with any boat reservation! We also have several cute themed floaties, which you can find on our sister company’s website as well!

3. Pay & Finalize

If you selected online booking by bank transfer:

Once the reservation request has been accepted, you will receive a confirmation email from us, as mentioned before.

Please complete the payment (usually a deposit of 30-50% of the total package price) within 24 hours of receiving this email.

You can pay this deposit by bank transfer (Hang Seng Bank), Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay, Alipay, or cash to our office in Kwun Tong.

After receiving the deposit, we will send you a second confirmation email. This will include instructions on when to pay the remaining balance.

You will need to do so one day to one week before boarding, depending on the boat package.

If you selected online booking by credit card:

Once the reservation request has been accepted, the deposit will be deducted from your credit card.

After receiving the deposit, we will send you a second confirmation email. This will include instructions on when to pay the remaining balance.

You will need to do so one day to one week before boarding, depending on the boat package.

4. Board & Enjoy

Our customer service team will confirm everything with you a few days before boarding, including the time and place of departure.

On the big day, please arrive at the designated pier at least 15 minutes early for boarding.

Please also bring a copy of the confirmation email (electronic or print), as well as the registrant’s ID card.

Happy Boating!

Click here to book a boat!

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The Top Squid/Cuttlefish Night Fishing Routes & Recommendations

Posted on August 1, 2018

Summers are usually very hot and humid in Hong Kong; practically unbearable, unless you stay inside during the day.

Perhaps you have to go to work or school, in which case, you get a welcome escape from the blistering heat.

But, what if you want to have some fun afterwards, when the sun has gone down?

How about squid / cuttlefish fishing?

Squid fishing season runs from the beginning of June to the end of September, making right now the best time to go!

We highly suggest going in the late evening to catch the most cuttlefish, and we do offer several night boat packages especially for cuttlefishing, which you can find HERE.

If you decide to rent a boat especially for cuttlefishing, you may be wondering what else there is to do on board, as well as where to go!

So, let us give you our top recommendations of popular night fishing routes!

⭐ Ultimately, the boat captain will choose the best location depending on the time of year and his/her own past experience.

Urban Night Fishing Routes

Suggested Route #1 ( Tseung Kwan O ) : Board At Central / Tsim Sha Tsui Pier → Victoria Harbour Tour → Tseung Kwan O → Dock For Dinner → Enjoy On Board Entertainment & Facilities / Go Fishing → Cook & Eat Freshly Caught Cuttlefish → Return To Central / Tsim Sha Tsui Pier

With this route, you will depart from the Central / Tsim Sha Tsui Pier, and head towards Tseung Kwan O.

Enjoy the stunning night view of Victoria Harbour along the way!

Then, the boat will dock in Tseung Kwan O, where you can enjoy dinner on board.

After dinner, it’s time to go fishing!

The boat crew will cook any freshly caught cuttlefish for you to eat.

After enjoying your bounty, you will return to the Central / Tsim Sha Tsui Pier.

Suggested Route #2 ( Southern District ) : Board At Aberdeen Pier → Victoria Harbour Tour → Southern District → Dock For Dinner → Enjoy On Board Entertainment & Facilities / Go Fishing → Cook & Eat Freshly Caught Cuttlefish → Return To Aberdeen Pier

This route is very similar to the one above, except it will take you to the southern part of Hong Kong Island instead of Tseung Kwan O.

Board the boat at the Aberdeen Pier, and head towards the Southern District. The boat will pass through Victoria Harbour on the way.

After an on board dinner in the Southern District, it’s time to go fishing!

After fishing and eating to your heart’s content, you will return to the Aberdeen Pier.

Sai Kung Night Fishing Route

Suggested Route #3 ( Sai Kung ) : Board At Sai Kung Pier → Sai Kung Area → Dock For Dinner → Enjoy On Board Entertainment & Facilities / Go Fishing → Cook & Eat Freshly Caught Cuttlefish → Return To Sai Kung Pier

This route is essentially the same as the previous two, except the start and end location is Sai Kung Pier, and you will be traversing the waters of Sai Kung instead!

Dinner Options

After docking on any of these routes, you and your party can enjoy a delicious dinner on board!

We offer a wide range of food packages, deliverable directly to the pier of departure. That way, you can feast on the freshest food!

Here are a few of our options…

Exclusive Kowloon Shangri-La Set

We have teamed up with Kowloon Shangri-La, a five-star hotel in Hong Kong, to launch three exclusive catering menus for your next boat trip. The quality of the food is absolutely guaranteed!

With each menu consisting of appetizers, main dishes, and desserts prepared by the hotel’s professional chefs, you will be sure to receive a luxurious on board experience.

Thai Cuisine Set

This package is our best value option! It includes 12 special Thai dishes such as pork neck, shrimp slices, and chicken satay, as well as seasonal fruits and great vegetarian options.

At only 180 HKD per person, there is no better bang for your buck!

Other Selected Sets

In addition to the aforementioned packages, we offer others with more variety. These mixes include multi-national dishes, local-style buffets, and cocktail-esque light snacks. They can all be found here.

Each package has its own characteristics, so choose the menu that best suits your personal preferences!

Interested in a specific dish or dishes?

We are willing to accommodate! Please contact us for additional options and quotes.

On Board Entertainment & Fishing

Most of our boats are equipped with a complete karaoke and sound system, as well as other entertainment facilities to keep everyone engaged.

The highlight of the night, however, is squid fishing!

⭐ The boat crew will provide you with all of the necessary fishing tools, which saves you the trouble of preparing them yourself!

In the later months of the season (August and September), the cuttlefish grow to 5-8 inches, with the longest growing up to 20 inches!

⭐ After you and your party finish fishing, the boat crew will prepare any freshly caught cuttlefish for everyone on board!

If you have any preferences regarding the way the cuttlefish are cooked, please let the boat crew know in advance.

You can also bring your own baggies to take what you caught back home!

Ready to go cuttlefishing?

Click HERE to see all of our special boat packages!

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The Best Junk Boat Rental Package In Sai Kung, Hong Kong

Posted on July 31, 2018

As summer is slowly winding down, many are booking last-minute junk boats to live up their remaining weekends in Hong Kong.

If you are one of these people looking to celebrate the end of summer on a junk boat (preferably in the beautiful countryside of Sai Kung), then look no further!

We offer the best package to do just that…

…our newest Sai Kung Cruiser Package!

🛥️ Overview & Activities 🛥️

Although Sai Kung is a bit farther away than, say, Central or Tsim Sha Tsui, it is well worth the trip!

This sprawling countryside is famous for its endless green and blue landscapes and its gorgeous beaches.

Click here for easy directions to Sai Kung, as well as things to do there!

As for the boat itself, it is 46 feet long and can hold a maximum of 23 guests, making it the perfect venue for a medium-sized gathering of friends and/or family.

Whether that be a boozy party or an intimate day of relaxation is up to you, but either way, our English-speaking captain and crew will take great care of you!

The package price includes a full day out on the water (8 hours total), as well as the following fun activities:

3-Person Dinghy
Floating Mat
Water Trampoline
Floating Noodles
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)
Kayaking
Karaoke
Wii
Poker
Mahjong

With all of these options to choose from, everyone in attendance will be sure to have a great time!

🚿 Amenities 🚿

There are plenty of activities incorporated to keep you and your party entertained, as seen above. But what about the boat itself? What amenities will be included?

Well, you can expect all of the following on board:

4 Bags Of Ice
Unlimited Drinking Water
Complete Indoor/Outdoor Bluetooth Sound System
Electric Sockets
Microwave Oven
Basic Kitchen Utensils (Plates, Cups, Wine Glasses)
Refrigerator
Showering Area
TV
A/C
Sunbathing Deck

If you have any other requirements, please let us know ahead of time, and we will do our best to accommodate!

📍 Destinations 📍

As the title states, this boat package is for Sai Kung, meaning the arrival/departure location is Sai Kung Pier.

Additionally, any destination in Sai Kung, including the popular Long Ke and Tai Long Wan beaches, as well as the famed Clear Water Bay, can be set at no extra charge.

Quotations for other destinations can be provided upon request as well; however, we do recommend that you stay in the Sai Kung area, as this will leave you more time to enjoy the water activities!

Plus, just take a look at the pictures below! Sai Kung is a natural haven, perfect for a weekend escape.

Tai Long Wan, especially, is one of the most pristine beaches in Hong Kong!

Why go anywhere else?

(Of course, this is all dependent on the weather, and all final decisions will be made at the discretion of the boat captain.)

Tai Long Wan, Sai Kung

Sai Kung East Country Park

🌊 Miscellaneous 🌊

As mentioned earlier, the boat’s captain and crew speak fluent English, so there is no need to worry about any communication barriers.

Although pets are not allowed on board, children are absolutely welcome! (Unfortunately, there is no children’s discount at this time.)

In addition to everything already included in the package price, we do also offer extras that you can add on, if you so choose. (We will talk about these a bit later.)

Does this all sound great?

We think so, too!

You may now be wondering how much this all will cost, so without further ado…

💸 Price 💸

Before any extras are added on, the total package price is only 6500 HKD!

Divided among the maximum capacity of 23 people, that comes out to only about 283 HKD per person!

The down payment, regardless of any charges for additional activities, will be 30% of the total. Guests are required to pay the remaining amount in cash at the pier before boarding.

All in all, this price cannot be beat, especially in terms of value!

🎁 Extras 🎁

If you’ve got a bit more room in your budget, you may want to check out some of our additional perks:

Speed Boat Package (Wakeboard/Banana Boat) – 2 Hours (+ 2000 HKD)
Speed Boat Package (Wakeboard/Banana Boat) – 3 Hours (+ 3000 HKD)
Edible Ice (+ 50 HKD Per Pack)
Central To Sai Kung Pier Coach Service – One Way (+ 1000 HKD)
Central To Sai Kung Pier Coach Service – Both Ways (+ 2000 HKD)

If you want to relax on the sands of Sai Kung’s beautiful beaches, or try wakeboarding for the first time, our speed boat package is for you!

Need some edible ice to keep your party’s drinks cold and refreshing? Each pack is only 50 HKD!

We even offer transportation to and from Hong Kong Island if you have friends who can’t be bothered to make the journey all the way from Central to Sai Kung, or vice versa!

📝 Things To Note 📝

We know that a lot of information has been thrown at you, and we are almost done!

Here are just a few more important things to note before booking:

NO F&B IS INCLUDED, but we do offer third-party packages that you can choose to add on, which can be found HERE!
All deliveries of third-party packages will be to Sai Kung Pier, and guests must pick up their deliveries from there.
The boat will depart from and return to Sai Kung Pier, but we do offer a coach service to and/or from Central.
Any damages must be compensated for before leaving the boat.
Passengers arriving late or leaving early by speed boat must pay extra, depending on the time and location. This fee could be up to 1000 HKD.
Please note our bad weather policy, as well as our cancellation policy, both of which can be found on our website.

And with that, we hope you are inspired to book this awesome boat for your next day trip!

Happy Boating!

Ready to hop on and hop in?

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7 Water Sports To Try In Junk Boat Charter Party

Posted on July 26, 2018

Hong Kong is known for being one of the world’s international urban hubs. Life in the city is busy and fast-paced, and one can get lost in the hustle and bustle.

As a result, many locals escape to Hong Kong’s lush countryside on the weekends. There, they can soak in the sunshine, relax on the water, and take a much-needed break.

Because Hong Kong has such beautiful natural areas, junk boating is quite popular. In the humidly hot summer months, what better way to cool off and let loose than partying on a junk boat in the middle of a bay?

And a huge fun factor of junk boating is, of course, the water sports!

So, let us introduce to you 7 of our favorite water sports that you should try while in Hong Kong!

1. Wake Surfing

Our very first water sport is wake surfing! This sport involves surfing in the wake of a speed boat, atop the waves created by the boat. These waves mimic ocean waves big enough to ride and even do tricks!

Initially, the speed boat pulls you out of the water with a rope, but once you start riding comfortably, you throw the rope back onto the boat, leaving your hands completely free!

Some have described the feeling as a combination of traditional surfing and snowboarding.

Although it can be a bit challenging to pick up at first, our boat crew is very friendly and helpful in teaching the basics.

Check out one of our wake surfing packages for a private session in Sai Kung!

2. Wake Boarding

Wake boarding evolved from a combination of various sports, namely water skiing and surfing.

By far our most popular option, this sport is essentially like wake surfing. The difference is that, instead of throwing the rope back onto the boat after starting, you hold onto the rope to be kept in tow. Due to the type of board used in this sport, holding onto the rope is the only way to keep afloat.

This difference makes wake boarding much easier to learn for most people! Sound reassuring?

Try wake boarding with us! We have 2-hour, 3-hour, and 4-hour rentals available. Some packages can service up to 8 people, so bring your friends!

3. Fly Boarding

You may have already heard of wake surfing/wake boarding, but what about fly boarding?

Also known as “hydro flying,” this exciting extreme water sport will give thrill-seekers exactly what they’re looking for!

The sport’s boots are attached to a sort of platform connected by a long hose to a speed boat. As the speed boat accelerates, the water will be propelled through the hose and out of the openings on the platform, literally taking you to new heights! (You can reach up to 40 feet/12 meters!)

We offer private sessions in Deep Water Bay with a licensed instructor. More information on this package can be found here!

4. Hover Boarding

Similar to fly boarding, hover boarding is a more familiar alternative that you might like to try!

The two sports are cousins, as they were actually invented by the same person! The main difference is that fly boarding offers more vertical movement, while hover boarding is more horizontal.

Just like fly boarding, your boots are attached to a hover board that is connected by hose to a speed boat. After acceleration, you are then propelled out of the water and into the air!

To break it down, this sport is basically a water version of skateboarding or snowboarding, except with a jet engine at the rear.

Try it out in Deep Water Bay with our exclusive package!

5. Jet Skiing

Another popular water sport is jet skiing!

With this activity, you have 100% complete control, as you are not attached to anything else. (It’s just you and the jet ski, out on the open ocean!)

Jet skiing is pretty easily picked up by most; it just takes some time to get used to turning. A word of encouragement: it is almost impossible to turn too sharply and fall off!

You can, however, go too fast and hit a badly timed wave, accidentally knocking you overboard. If this happens, take your time remounting the jet ski, as trying to do so too quickly can cause it to flip.

With all of these water sports, but especially this one, be sure to apply sunscreen a few minutes beforehand! The sun rays reflecting off the water around you will give you a nasty burn, and that’s speaking from experience!

If you’ve got your sunblock ready to go, head to Aberdeen for your adrenaline fix! More information here.

6. Kayaking

So far, we’ve covered some pretty action-packed water sports. But what about some less extreme activities?

Kayaking can be done both recreationally/on its own, and incorporated into more serious sports, such as kayak diving.

Many people confuse kayaking and canoeing. The main difference is in the paddle; canoe paddles are single-bladed, while kayak paddles are double-bladed, meaning there is a blade on each end of each paddle. The difference also lies in the way you sit; in canoes, you kneel, or sit on a seat. In kayaks, you sit on a low seat, almost on the floor. (Currently, we only offer kayaking!)

Our kayaks are usually rented out as part of a boat package. After docking, the kayaks are brought out to enjoy in one of the many bays of Hong Kong! Check our website for more information.

7. Paddle Boarding

Last but not least, a personal favorite: paddle boarding!

This traditional sport is done by kneeling on a board and paddling with your hands. A relatively new version of this is stand up paddle boarding, or SUP!

This sport’s flexibility is endless; you can practice yoga, go sightseeing, catch fish, and even surf the ocean waves, all on a paddle board!

There are different types of boards for different types of water, too, so you can take a paddle board virtually anywhere! For flat water, such as lakes and rivers, there are wider and longer boards. For ocean water, which is usually more choppy, the boards are narrower and shorter, but more sturdy.

Our paddle boards are standard “ocean” boards that work for all levels of experience. They, like our kayaks, are usually rented out as part of a boat package. Check our website for more information.