Phuket tours offer a wide range of exciting day trips and excursions that showcase the beauty and diversity of the island and its surroundings. Some popular day trips and excursions available in Phuket and the surrounding areas include visiting the beautiful beaches, such as Patong Beach and Kata Beach, going on a boat tour to explore the nearby islands, taking a tour of the Phuket Town and Old Town area to see the local culture and architecture, and visiting the Phi Phi Islands.
Additionally, many people enjoy taking a trip to the nearby island of Koh Phi Phi, where they can snorkel or dive in the crystal clear waters to see the colourful marine life or visit Maya Bay, made famous by the movie “The Beach”. There are also many elephant sanctuaries and national parks where visitors can learn about and interact with these gentle giants. Many great day trips and excursions are available in Phuket and the surrounding areas, offering something for everyone to enjoy.
A magical canoe experience in Phang Nga Bay [toc] John Gray's Hong by Starlight day trip in Phang Nga Bay is an extraordinary adventure that offers a unique and immersive experience in one of Thailand's most captivating natural wonders. This tour, designed by the renowned sea kayaker and environmentalist John Gray, takes participants on a journey through the mesmerizing limestone karsts, pristine waters, and hidden caves of Phang Nga Bay,
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What to do in Phuket in 2023? [toc] What are the best things to do in Phuket? The popularity of this fantastic island comes from the incredibly vast range of attractions, activities and tours, from fabulous beaches and natural wonders to glittering temples and human-made attractions. Phang Nga Bay is an absolute must-do, with jaw-dropping limestone cliffs and flooded caves. Phi Phi islands are everyone's second favourite, even though they
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An Island near Koh Phi Phi [toc] Bamboo Island, situated near Phi Phi Island, is a picturesque tropical getaway with stunning beaches, clear waters, and lush vegetation covering most of the island. The place is called Bamboo Island but it's mostly covered by Casuarina trees and not much bamboo, maybe long ago it was a little bit more obvious. However, this serene haven is usually the last stop on most
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Tours in and around Phuket [toc] Explore the many wonders of Phuket on a stress-free tour. Discover the grandeur of the Big Buddha and What Chalong nearby, and explore the vibrant history and cultural heritage in Old Phuket Town's charming streets. Embark on a breathtaking boat trip to Phang Nga Bay, famous for its limestone cliffs and emerald waters. Treat yourself to island-hopping adventures like Phi Phi Islands, Koh Racha
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A day trip to Maya Bay on Phi Phi Island [toc] The famous Maya Bay has reopened after a long and much-needed break from the increasing herds of tourists who were travelling all the way to see with their own eyes what this bay of Phi Phi Islands seen in the old Movie ‘The Beach looked like. Update 2023: The Thailand National Park Authorities announced that Maya Bay will close
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Introducing the legend of John “Caveman” Gray Frontier man, cave explorer and environmentalist [toc] Picture blue lagoons, marine caves, monolithic cliffs rising from the sea, the clamour of waves and the deep reverberating hum of cicadas: Phang Nga Bay National Park is indeed one of Thailand’s most iconic and stunning marine national parks littered with caves, colossal limestone formations and white sandy beaches. It is true to say that the
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What are the most popular tours in Phuket? [toc] There is a lot to explore in and around Phuket, and many places are easy to reach, so what are the Best Phuket Tours? Some other great places need a boat or a minibus ride and a bit of planning. We list here 10 of the most popular day trip tours you should consider. Of course, we know there are many
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What to do in Phi Phi Islands? [toc] In 2023, Phi Phi island is open again, blessed with beaches and nearby islands more beautiful than ever so many travellers wonder what the islands look like, how to get there, and how long should they stay. There are many ways to discover Phi Phi Island and fortunately, the island is back to life, shops, restaurants and hotels are open. There are
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Where are the best dive sites in Phuket? [toc] What are the most popular dive sites in Phuket and around the island? Phuket is the gateway to diving in Thailand’s Andaman Sea, the jumping-off point for both northern and southern Andaman Sea dive sites. We have two weather patterns: the northeast monsoon from November to April and the southwest monsoon from May until October. The northeast monsoon is prime season
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How to Get to Koh Hong Island? [toc] Koh Hong is a small and very popular island located halfway between Koh Yao Noi and Krabi, about 7 km from each and technically 30 km east of the closest port of Phuket Island. The island is superb and consists of two enclosed beaches and a bay that reminds a lot of the famous Maya Bay on Phi Phi island. Koh Hong
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What is Siam Niramit Phuket Show? [toc] Siam Niramit Phuket is a surprising show narrating 700 years of Thailand's history. The stage is immense, and the choreography involving more than a hundred people is spotless. The narration is simple and clear enough for everyone to understand each scene. The superb sound system immerses you in a fantastic world based on centuries of Thai myths and legends. It is seriously impressive.
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Phuket Best Dive Clubs [toc] What are the Best Scuba Diving Shops in Phuket? Based on many readers' recommendations and the years we spent working with local dive shops, we compiled a list of reputable dive centres around the island. They offer an amazing range of dive courses, day trips to the many dive sites around Phuket, liveaboard cruises and speciality diving. This list is not sponsored and is in
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Which islands near Phuket should I visit? [toc] There are so many big and small islands around Phuket; it would take forever to visit them all. Most are not far, and you should consider island hopping for your trip or even a private cruise. These are just a few islands near Phuket we had the chance to visit, and we will be adding more as we travel around. 1. Phi
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What to do in Koh Yao Noi? [toc] Koh Yao Noi is a small island just 20 kilometres away by boat from the east coast of Phuket. Koh Yao consists of two distinct islands: the smallest and most populated is Koh Yao Noi (Noi stands for small), and the largest but mostly uninhabited is Koh Yao Yai (Yai stands for large). Koh Yao Noi is where most people spend long
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What to do in the Similans? [toc] The Similan Islands form a fabulous archipelago in the Andaman Sea, just 120 km northwest of Phuket island. These small islands are so stunning; you don't even need to be an excellent photographer to come back with amazing photos. Most people go there on a day trip tour, but the best way to enjoy the Similan islands is to stay for two days.
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[toc] If this is your first visit to Phuket, there are a few things you should know about the island before planning your itinerary or booking any tours. 1. Phuket is a small island Phuket is only 48 km north to south and 21 km west to east; you could drive all around it in a single day. However, there are so many beaches (45!), places to visit and the
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What to do on James Bond Island [toc] James Bond Island, locally known as Khao Ping Kan, is located about 25 kilometres northeast of Phuket Island, in the bay of Phang Nga. This unusual limestone rock formation is one of the many places in Phang Nga people have on their Phuket must-see list. There are some positive and negative opinions about this iconic Island, and most are justified, but it
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Phang Nga Bay cruise on a private boat [toc] Phang Nga Bay is such a fantastic place. A thousand islands and vertiginous cliffs standing above the sea is a scenery out of this world. No matter how often we visit Phang Nga Bay, it is always a jaw-dropping landscape. It should be on your Must-Do list in Phuket, and it is often at the top of many visitors’ lists, and
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What to do on Koh Racha Island? [toc] Koh Racha Island or Koh Racha Yai (also called Raya Island) is a small idyllic island just 12 kilometres south of Phuket, popular for day trips, snorkelling and scuba diving. The island is so small it can only accommodate a few resorts: The Racha, a real luxury hideaway, Racha Island Resort, Baan Raya Resort and the modest Bungalow Raya Resort. Believe it
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What is Koh Panyi Village? [toc] Koh Panyi (Koh Panyee) is a surprising village almost entirely built on stilts in Phang Nga Bay near the famous James Bond Island. Koh Panyi is a unique and exciting site to discover, but it can be hectic, especially at lunchtime because of the many seafood restaurants welcoming visitors. The trick is to get there early and be the only visitor in the village!
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