Swimming
Swimming along Phuket's west coast is one of
the best activities in Phuket. But during the rainy season's storms,
this can be very dangerous. Look for posted signs and flags indicating
conditions for safe swimming; if the red flag is flying, do not
go swimming in the ocean!
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Snorkeling
The bays in Phuket contain many interesting coral
reefs. Equipment can be rented from dive shops around the island.
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Scuba Diving
Phuket is a center for the scuba diving industry.
Popular locations for diving include the Similan, Surin, and Phi
Phi islands. All instruction and equipment is available at the main
beaches, with teachers of various nationalities. Beginner courses
are very inexpensive, so if you have never learned to scuba dive,
Phuket is a great place to learn.
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Wind Surfing
Boards may be rented by the hour, half-day, full
day, or week at most major beaches. Tuition is available free.
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Deep Sea Fishing
Many tours are available; sailfish and marlins
are the prized fish. Consult a tour agent for details.
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Sea Canoeing
Touring the limestone caverns in Phang-nga Bay
is an unforgettable experience. Inflatable canoes squeeze into and
under islands. Tour packages include all transportation and lunch.
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Sailing
Most classes of boat, from dinghies to yachts,
are available for rent.
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Golf
Phuket has four top golf courses with service
that makes this a worldwide center for golf lovers.
- Phuket Country Club in Kathu. Tel. 0-7632-1038-40.
- Loch Palm Golf Club Phuket in Kathu. Tel. 0-7632-1929-31.
- Laguna Phuket Golf Club at Bangtao. Tel. 0-7632-4350, 0-7627-0991-2
- Blue Canyon Country Club near the airport in Thalang District.
Tel. 0-7632-8088.
Miniature Golf also available at:
- Dino Park Mini Golf - 18 holes miniature golf at Karon
Beach. Tel. 0-7633-0625.
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Thai Boxing (Muay Thai)
"Muay Thai" as it is called in Thai,
strikes blows at - and with - every part of the body. The stadium
is located in Sapan Hin in Phuket Town and bouts are held Friday
nights.
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Horseback Riding
Guided tours on horseback are another way to
relax while sight-seeing. Available at:
- Phuket Riding Club at Chalong. Tel. 0-7628-8213.
- Phuket Laguna Riding Club at Bangtao. Tel. 0-7632-4199
- Crazy Horse in Naiharn. Tel. 0-7628-8795.
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Target Shooting
Take aim with guns from small caliber to big
bore and shot guns. Try at:
- Phuket Shooting Range at Chalong, on the way from Chalong
Circle to Kata Beach. Tel. 0-7638-1667-8.
Paintball Play at war with guns that shoot paint instead of lead.
Loads of fun. Try at:
- Top Gun at Chalong. Tel. 0-7638-1667.
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Bungy Jumping
Tarzan's Jungle Bungy Jump - Jump from
the top of a 53 m crane toward a pond while connected to a long
elastic bungy cord; very exhilarating. Fully insured. Food and drink
in a park-like atmosphere. Located over the hill northeast of Patong
at 61/3 Moo 6 on the road to Phuket Town. Tel. 0-7632-1351.
Note: This is not recommended for the aged, the infirm, or those
with chronic heart problems.
Tarzan's Catapult Bungy - This uses an elastic cord similar
to the Bungy Jump, but relies upon a catapult to shoot customers
up in the air. Located on Soi Sunset at Patong Beach, near the Expat
Hotel.
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Go-kart
Patong Go-kart Speedway - A well planned
raceway and high-powered go-carts await carting enthusiasts. Food
and drink in the pits. Located over the hill northeast of Patong
at 118/5 Vichit Songkram Rd., near Kathu District Office. Tel. 0-7632-1949.
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Spa & Massage
There are many spa & massage operators in
Phuket. Each operators offer a wide variety of courses of spa &
massage. For example..
- Thai traditional massage.
- Facial scrub & massage.
- Body scrub & massage.
- Foot massage.
- Aromatherapy massage.
- Steam & sauna.
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Shows
A wide variety of shows are availble on Phuket
Island. For example..
- Elephant show.
- Monkey show.
- Cobra show.
- Cabaret show.
- Traditional dance show.
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