Top 10 Things to do in Phuket
Located in the Andaman Sea, Phuket is a place of great natural beauty. It is among the best places for snorkeling in the clear, warm waters with its coral reefs and colorful tropical fish. Below are ten of the most fun things to do in Phuket, “The Pearl of the Andaman”.
Spend a fun day in nature canoeing around the islands of Phang Nga Bay, a beautiful area of emerald waters, towering limestone cliffs, beaches and coves. Visit two tropical islands, Koh Hong and Koh Panak. Explore caves, hidden lagoons and mangrove forests while observing the local wildlife like water monitors, macaques, sea eagles and many other animals. Read more
Take a full day fun trip to James Bond Island, known from the James Bond movie "The man with the golden gun". In the beautiful surroundings of Phang Nga Bay surrounded by other island standing in the green waters stands the famous rock, its top nearly twice as wide as its bottom. On the way visit Koh Panyi, a small fishermen village on stilts over the sea situated against a backdrop of imposing limestone rocks rising vertically out of the sea. Read more
An evening of entertainment for the whole family, Phuket FantaSea offers a spectacular Las Vegas style show that portrays the customs, traditions, heritage and beliefs of the Thai people. The "Fantasy of a Kingdom" theatre show tells a legendary tale about the battle between good and evil. The cultural show has magic, illusions, special effects, fireworks, aerial acrobatics and spectacular scenes including battle scenes and a boat floating on the water. Read more
Spend a day on the Andaman Sea aboard the luxury Hype catamaran and visit two tropical islands in the Andaman Sea. Go snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of Coral Island and Racha Yai Island surrounded by colorful fish and corals. Watch the sunset on the way back to Phuket while the DJ plays music and the party atmosphere comes alive. Enjoy lunch, desserts, bite sized finger foods and drinks on the catamaran. Read more
Enjoy an evening of family fun with rides, carnival games, several shows, a parade and fun things to do for children at Carnival Magic, Phuket’s nighttime carnival theme park. One of the highlights is the spectacular river carnival parade show that features huge procession barges, flying creatures, animatronic floats and aerial ballet with the use of virtual reality and special effects. Read more
With its sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, towering limestone cliffs, lagoons and colorful coral reefs, the Phi Phi Islands are among Thailand’s most beautiful places. The islands became known the world over through the movie "The Beach" filmed on Maya Bay with its palm fringed beach, jungle and steep cliffs. Thanks to its clear, warm waters and rich marine life, the sheltered bay is a great place for snorkeling. Read more
Spend a fun morning or afternoon learning how to cook authentic Thai food like spicy hot and sour shrimp soup or yellow curry with chicken and delicious desserts as banana milk in coconut syrup. Start with a visit to a local market, where fresh ingredients are bought for the class. You will learn how to cook curry paste the traditional way with mortar and pestle and how to prepare a harmonious meal by cooking dishes with flavors that complement each other. Read more
A fun evening for young and old, the Siam Niramit theater show portrays the culture, beliefs and traditions of the Thai people. Watch a spectacular stage show with dance, martial arts, music and beautiful scenery. Dancers wearing lavish costumes portray the history, festivals, culture, local life, religion and spiritual beliefs of ancient Siam. Read more
Fun for the whole family to watch, Simon Cabaret is Phuket’s best known ladyboy show. The entertaining glitz and glamour show presents a mix of modern and traditional acts and humor. Ladyboys wearing extravagant gowns in vibrant colors, feather headdresses and long false eyelashes perform an energetic show of dance and songs from around the world. Read more
A fun day out for the whole family, Phuket’s newest water park has a huge wave pool, seventeen water rides, a lazy river, a Flow Rider and a water play area for small children with mini rides and fun sliders. Get an adrenaline boost on fast rides like the Eagle Flyer and Racing Nagas, then relax floating down the lazy river. Read more
Because of its many cultures, Phuket is one of the best places to take a food tour. Foodies get to sample food from the Central region, Southern Thai, Malay, Chinese and Burmese cuisines. Very hard to find elsewhere is Peranakan food, a fusion of several cuisines like Thai, Hokkien Chinese and Malay. Try many kinds of different food at restaurants, local markets and street vendors. Read more
Have a great time feeding and observing elephants at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, an ethical place without elephant riding, performing tricks or playing football. A dozen elephants rescued from the tourism and logging business live in a large jungle like area with trees, ponds and hills. Watch how the animals roam free, bath, look for food and interact with each other. Read more