Hong Kong is world-renowned for its boat parties – get onboard and check out our guide to renting yachts and junk boats in Hong Kong.
We love the fact that we live in a territory with such easy access to the outdoors. With beautiful neighbourhoods like Stanley and Discovery Bay, idyllic islands like Lantau, and beautiful areas like Tai Po so close to the city, it’s not too difficult for us to escape the bright lights and find some calm. And then there are junk boats. A must in the summertime, we’ve rounded up the best boats, yachts, and packages for you to rent junk boats in Hong Kong and take your trip to the next level. Just grab your favourite swimwear, and you’re set!
Where to rent junk boats in Hong Kong
1. Breakaway Luxury Yachting
Have a mini getaway in the city by taking a customised junk trip on Breakaway luxury yacht. Its fleet is more private in comparison to the other bigger boats, as it can only carry up to 23 passengers. However, if you’re planning a bigger event, Breakaway can also arrange for additional junks to accommodate your desired capacity. In terms of facilities, the air-conditioned boat is equipped with one ensuite bedroom and several add-on services like shisha, massage therapist, and speed boats. In addition, packages include A Day at The Sea, brunch or afternoon tea, mini junk trip, brunch or dinner for two, and more.
Breakaway Luxury Yachting, Kwun Hoi Path, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, p. 6180 5059
2. Island Junks
Explore the islands and the fantastic coastline of Hong Kong with Island Junks’ various charter packages and tours. If you’re after a more traditional and classic experience, you can opt for its Chinese teak junk boat. But if you’re hosting a fun party with your crowd, you’d love to get on board its Ibiza luxury boat. The boats are equipped with not only food and drinks, but also Thai masseuses, bean bags, kayak, inflatable sea-pool, BBQs, paddleboards, and even the entertainments for your own parties. Want to have a sightseeing trip instead? Let the team know your desired destination or check out its bespoke cruise itineraries. This is definitely one of the best places to rent junk boats in Hong Kong!
Island Junks, Kwun Hoi Path, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, p. 6895 4443
3. Hong Kong Junks
Hong Kong Junks offers the old-fashioned junk trip with its two options of teak junk boats. Its fleet can accommodate up to 40 people and has an outdoor shower as well as an undercover dining area. If you want to have a relaxing day on the water, simply go for its boat-only package. But if you’re hosting an all-day party or looking for a more fun experience, the all-inclusive package will be the ideal option. You can also take your experience up a notch by getting the extras like water sport activities.
Hong Kong Junks, Kwun Hoi Path, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, p. 5944 3331
4. Hong Kong Yachting
Looking to rent junk boats in Hong Kong? With a large fleet, including junk boats, cruisers, luxury boats, and sailing yachts, Hong Kong Yachting offers great junk rental packages like the Ultimate Junk Boat Party package and Raft Up Boat Party package. These packages come with BBQ, waiters, inflatable slides, and trampolines. There’s also a Private Container Port Tour package – perfect for tourists who want to sail around with an Australian or New Zealand guide.
Hong Kong Yachting, 2504 Universal Trade Centre, 3 Arbuthnot Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2526 0151
5. Yacht Holimood
If you’re looking for more choices of boats, you should check out Yacht Holimood. The travel search site offers 1,000 booking choices for boat chartering, including carefully selected yacht rentals from various owners and providers. The types of boats range from luxury yacht and cruiser, to junk boat and sailing boat, to event boat and ferry. They can be used for different purposes either during the day or night (even for squid fishing), giving you more flexibility in choosing your desired ocean escapade.
Yacht Holimood, Workshop 1, 9/F, Gravity, 29 Hing Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong, p. 5403 9901
6. Saffron Cruises
Whatever the size of your group or the kind of party you’re hosting, Saffron Cruises can accommodate any event with its large fleet of charter boats. From luxury boats and cruisers to junk boats, sailing yachts, ferries, and speed boats of varying capacities, Saffron Cruises’ selection of boats can bring you to pretty much any seaside hotspot. You’ll be able to head to sunny destinations including Repulse Bay, Shek O, Big Wave Bay, Tai Long Wan, Fan Lau, and Cheung Sha. Oh, and the views aren’t the only thing you can enjoy onboard – Saffron Cruises partners with Shamrock, a local catering service, so that you can create special menus for your themed parties!
Saffron Cruises, 1/F, 101 Shun Kwong Commercial Building, 8 Des Voeux Road West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, p. 2857 1311
7. Michelangelo Cruises
With three decks covering this restored 80-foot classic mahogany and teak yacht, Michelangelo is a luxury junk boat like no other. This colonial-style motor yacht can accommodate almost 60 passengers, with five cabins, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and more. Whether you plan on sightseeing the Victoria Harbour, cruising on the Southern coast, or exploring the bays, Michelangelo will take you on an unforgettable trip with its wide selection of cruise itineraries – even including a mini classical orchestra!
Find out more about Michelangelo Cruises.
8. Lazydays
True to its name, Lazydays offers guests relaxing getaways on their lazy days off. Gather your friends and get ready to enjoy stunning views of Hong Kong’s waters. Head off on a sleek cruiser or wooden junk for a day trip, then top it off with gourmet tea, coffee, desserts, cheese boards, craft beers, or champagne. Moreover, Lazydays provides an evening cruise package with which you can enjoy dinner with free-flow drinks. Or, you can opt for the special packages, such as the Spa on the Sea. Fancy!
Find out more about Lazydays.
9. Aqua Luna
While not your typical wild junk, Aqua Luna is certainly the best option for people who are only spending a short time in Hong Kong. There’s truly no better way to enjoy the city’s famous Symphony of Lights laser show and fireworks at Victoria Harbour than aboard the Chinese red-sail wooden junk boat! Aqua Luna’s harbour cruises offer a 45-minute trip during which you can sip on signature cocktails and champagne while enjoying the gorgeous scenery. You can also choose from a diverse selection of packages, like the Dim Sum Cruise and the Romantic Cruise. This iconic junk boat is not to be missed when visiting Hong Kong.
Aqua Luna, Central Pier 9, Hong Kong, p. 2116 8821
10. Entourage
After a renovation in 2022, Entourage is all set to sail! A deluxe yacht with a cocktail bar, professional sound system, and spacious decks for up to 50 guests, Entourage is for those who want big blowouts. Catering to all kinds of celebrations, parties, corporate receptions, and even wellness retreats, this stylish yacht is the perfect place for you to indulge under the skies of Hong Kong. You’ll find an air-conditioned main lounge with plush sofas, a fully stocked professional bar and cocktail station, marble bathrooms, a DJ booth, and many other facilities. Furthermore, we love how Entourage offers curated food and beverage packages, as well as bespoke itineraries, so that you don’t have to worry about a thing when you host your event!
Find out more about Entourage.
11. Sea-E-O Yachting
Perfect for any occasion from corporate events or DJ parties, Sea-E-O Yachting has an extensive fleet of boats at the ready. Romantic dinners, birthday parties, team building events, and even squid fishing are all available for when you book a boat. Moreover, Sea-E-O Yachting offers catering services with different Asian and Western menus. If you’ve got a big group, the Infinite Boat Party service is ideal, with as many boats as you want coming together for one grand party!
Sea-E-O Yachting, Room 709, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong, p. 5489 4061
12. Hong Kong Asia Boating
With luxury cruisers, yachts, and classic teak junks in the fleet, Hong Kong Asia Boating certainly has a boat for you. From boat-only rentals to all-inclusive packages, you can have catering, drinks, and extreme water sports all taken care of. Multiple packages are available for day junks, evening junks, and Victoria Harbour cruises. As most of them have a capacity of up to 40 guests, you can have a sizable junk party every time. If you want to go all out, you can even book a Thai massage on-board – as well as adventurous jet-ski, speedboat, and wake-surf rentals.
Hong Kong Asia Boating, Flat B, 2/F, Sing Teck Factory Building, 44 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, p. 6376 1012
13. Orange Tree Cruises
Whether you’re with friends, family, or colleagues, Orange Tree Cruises’ two meticulously restored authentic teak Chinese junks are the perfect place to live it up on the high seas of Hong Kong. With a fully equipped kitchen, bar, and barbeque station, you can enjoy a freshly prepared European feast before sunbathing on the cushioned top deck. Packages for day or evening cruises come with food crafted by professional chefs, cocktails, professional sound systems, and water toys.
Orange Tree Cruises, 4/F, Grand Progress Building, 15-16 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong, p. 9633 1942
[This article was originally published in May 2018 and updated in 2024 by Min Ji Park.]
