On Phuket, you may fill your days with unforgettable experiences. The island is packed with cultural landmarks and tourist attractions, including a stunning historic district, breathtaking vistas, and fascinating historical sites.
Phuket also serves as a convenient home base to discover the neighbouring islands and all they offer. Phang Nga Bay and the Phi Phi Islands are just two examples of this.
Phuket is a destination with so many options that tourists of any type will find something that suits their interests. The following are some of our favourite places and activities on the island.
Phuket is situated in awe-inspiring natural beauty. Various fantastic day trip alternatives are available, thanks to the lush limestone peaks that rise from the emerald-coloured Andaman Sea and the dense jungles that cover the region. For example, multi-island boat cruises are among the most popular Phuket excursions. During these adventures, you travel through crystal-clear waters, zipping around these stunning rock formations in a speedboat or a traditional longtail boat.
Close by Phuket are the Phi Phi Islands, where you can visit Monkey Beach and Maya Bay, and Phang Nga Bay, where you can see the iconic peak made famous in a James Bond film (dubbed James Bond Island). A bit further away are the Similan Islands, a popular diving destination. All this splendour draws swarms of visitors, yet not far from Phuket are some quieter islands where people are more likely to live according to their ancestral customs and where you might have a more genuine sense of Thai culture.
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On this island-hopping day trip from Phuket, you'll see some of the most beautiful parts of Thailand as you zip along on a jet ski across the clear waters. Follow your private guide through seven different islands as you drive your own jet ski over the coastline and along the beach, all while taking in the breathtaking scenery. As you race throughout the archipelago, you'll get a glimpse of the vibrant marine life beneath the surface.
Discover the Phi Phi Islands' distributed natural beauties on a speedboat tour departing from Phuket. Super-fast boats cut down on travel time so that you may spend more time snorkelling, swimming, and sunbathing in Rang Yai and Maya Bay, the secluded cove featured in the box office hit The Beach.
Leave the crowds behind and embark on an eco-adventure through Phuket's unspoiled mangroves, jungles, and beaches. You can go on bike rides or kayak paddles through mangrove canals, jungle hikes in Khao Phra Taeo National Park, beach vacations on white sand, and spa treatments on the water. The 'four waters' you soak in along the way include a waterfall, the ocean, the hot springs, and the chilly pools at the spa. Plus, you get lunch and transportation as part of the deal.
The Chalong Bay Rum Distillery is a must-visit for any rum connoisseurs; they make a premium white rum that is gaining popularity worldwide. There's a lot to do at the distillery; first, you can take a tour to learn about the process of making rum and then peek behind the scenes to see how everything is run. The trip's final stop is a cocktail school and bar, where you can unwind with a drink after learning to mix various cocktails using Chalong Bay Rum.
Standing nearly 45 meters tall, this Buddha is one of Phuket's most recognizable attractions and a must-see for anybody visiting the island. Those who make it to the hill's peak will be rewarded with a breathtaking vista of the entire island. It is incredibly peaceful at the Buddha, with only the dharma music and a few small bells breaking the silence. Sculpted from pure white Burmese marble, the Buddha gleams majestically in the sunlight.
Since it first started welcoming visitors more than a century ago, Wat Chalong has been a popular tourist destination. Upon arrival, there is a lot to see, beginning with Poh Jao Wat, home to two sculptures of elderly men: Ta Khee-Lek (a local who won many lotteries after visiting the Poh Than Jao Wat statue) and Nonsi. In addition, The Grand Pagoda, which houses a fragment of Lord Buddha's bone, is a stunning structure covered in art depicting the Buddha's life.
Karon View Point, south of Kata Noi Beach, is Phuket's most visited attraction and a visitor's favourite photo location. From this vantage point, visitors may see the three beaches on the island's western shore and the Andaman Sea beyond. You'll get why everyone is flocking to the peak if you enjoy seeing pristine beaches and azure waters.
The locals call it Naka Market. It is located a short distance from Phuket Town. Fruits, antiques, pets, and clothes are just some items on sale. Due to the high volume of visitors and residents, it is recommended to arrive early in the day to have ample time to explore the event. Also, use this opportunity to stock up on local staples like golden buttered corn and other inexpensive foods.
If you're a foodie, this activity is a must! You get to sample some of the country's most delicious foods. The wide variety of street food in Phuket is so impressive that it earned the title of "city of gastronomy" from UNESCO. Enjoy its multiethnic attractions while walking and riding in a minivan with a local cuisine expert, trying at least ten different drinks and foods at five locations. You'll get to explore the sights and try some delicious dishes from the various regions of Thailand, including Southern Thai specialities, Chinese-Thai fusion, Muslim fusion, Peranakan delicacies, and Chino-Portuguese flavours.
An evening at the lively Simon Cabaret Show is ideal for feeling like a star amid such a glamorous setting. Experience a wide range of acts performed in front of stunning scenery by dazzling males disguised as gorgeous ladies in striking costumes.
Rather than participating in Phuket's unethical elephant rides, spend your time at a sanctuary where the impressive animals can spend their golden years in peace and quiet. Located in North East Phuket, on 30 acres of beautiful, tropical terrain adjoining the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary relies on visitors to help fund their efforts to promote ethical and humane elephant tourism. So, if you're looking to do something good and have a good day at the same time, this is it!
Take a thrilling ATV ride through Phuket's jungle and soar through the canopy on a zipline. The tour recommended below is an exciting small-group adventure. First, you get to kick off the day with a thrilling ATV off-road trip to Southern Phuket, including a visit to the Big Buddha monument and breathtaking vistas. Then, you return to the jungle to zip through the canopy like a bird!
Attend a Muay Thai boxing match to get a taste of Thailand's most popular spectator sport. On the tour recommended below, you'll take an evening trip from Phuket to southern Thailand's largest stadium, Patong Boxing Stadium. You'll be picked up and dropped off at your Phuket hotel, and you may choose from three different seating arrangements to watch a series of matches.
If your significant other is bored of being your Instagram sidekick, or if you want some fantastic photos of the two of you, our private Instagram tour is perfect. Visit some of Phuket's most recognizable landmarks, enjoy a meal at a restaurant that caters to photographers, and have your picture taken in a secluded spot with a breathtaking ocean view—all while having your every move documented by a professional photographer. Transportation to and from certain hotels in southern Phuket is included in your package.
Thai food is excellent, but it might be frightening to try making it at home due to the unfamiliar ingredients and delicate balance of bold tastes. Take a small group cooking class during your stay on Phuket to learn how to prepare traditional Thai cuisine like a local. It can be customized to fit your tastes and dietary restrictions. Those who sign up for the morning session also go to a local market and learn how to pick out produce like a pro chef.
Go for a day of freshwater fishing in Phuket and see what you can reel in. In a lake with more than sixty different kinds of fish—including Giant Stingrays, Mekong Catfish, and Siamese Carp—you may relax in the shade of a fishing sala and cast your line. With the help of experts and a couple of baited rods, you may reel in one of the lake's monster Arapaima, which weighs in at a whopping 360 pounds (163 kg.). Then, take some time to relax and unwind by taking a stroll around the lake and enjoying the park and sunset surrounded by fruit trees and tropical mountains.
This list is far from all the fun tours and attractions available during your stay on Phuket. However, they are among the most exciting activities and sights. We are confident you can find something for anyone from this fantastic selection.
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