Phuket boasts a variety of exciting activities for you to do from frolicking on the beach in the sun to partying the night away! Here are 5 unmissable things you have to do to best experience Phuket.
Green Elephant Sanctuary Park
Love animals but not too sure where would be an ethically right place to go? Head on over to Green Elephant Sanctuary Park where elephants are allowed to roam in a lovingly cared-for environment. Here, there are no phony trick shows, no tourist rides but you can still enjoy and see the elephants up close. If you want to, there is also a chance for you to get hands-on with feeding, cleaning and even swimming with these gentle giants!
The Big Buddha
Boasting an impressive 36-degree view of the island, the Big Buddha is a 45 meter tall marble Buddha statue where you can see Phuket Town and bays of Kata and Karon. While the view is incredible, the statue itself is a marvel in itself. Sitting on top of a mountain looking over the city below, this site is great for an afternoon of enjoying the viewpoint and the impressive beauty of Phuket.
Phang Nga Bay
Everyone comes to Phuket to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and for the paradise island getaway. Nothing is better than island hopping to properly indulge in what Phuket has to offer! Jump on a speed boat and spend a day or two exploring some of the hundreds of tiny islands surrounding Phuket. But if you don’t have the luxury of spending all your time, make sure to make a trip to Phang Nga Bay where you can see the famous limestone cliffs, snorkel in the clear waters and lounge on the beach.
Naka Weekend Market
Naka Weekend Market is a huge weekend market in Phuket Town where you can find some of the most delicious street food and local Thai favourites! Chow down on authentic dishes from fruit salads to freshly grilled seafood. Perfect for the foodie traveler, you can also try your hands on some deep fried locusts if you are feeling brave!
Bangla Road
One of the best experiences Phuket has to offer is the nightlife and there is no party like a party on Bangla Road where you can find countless bars and clubs that open till early hours of the morning. Whether it be a more laid-back bar to start your night or the more adult-entertainment oriented bars, you are bound to find a spot that will satisfy your needs for the night and for partying!
