Phuket

Island in

Thailand

is the number one destination for tourists in Southeast Asia.

Phuket

is located in the southern part of

Thailand

, approximately 800 km south of Bangkok. Even though

Phuket

is an island, it is connected to the mainland by a 300m bridge, for easy access to the four million tourists that arrive every year.

Phuket

is the home to nearly 600

hotels

and resorts that are mainly located on the western part of the island. There's a large variety of accommodations in

Phuket

, from inexpensive guesthouses and bungalows, to

hotels

and luxurious resorts with large suites and private villas. Nearly half of the

hotels

and resorts in

Phuket

are located around

Patong

beach, by far the most commercial and populated beach on

Phuket

Patong

beach has nearly 300

hotels

and resorts most of them either on the beach or within a walking distance to the beach.

Patong

beach is one of the biggest and most beautiful beaches on

Phuket

, with its white sand and clear waters. Nighttime is famous in

Patong

beach; this is the only place in

Phuket

where the

hotels

and the city never sleep. Many restaurants, bars, discotheques and shows will keep most tourists out of their

hotel

room

s and onto the streets of

Phuket

. However

Phuket

Island can also be wild, secluded and mysterious like other islands in

Thailand

. Karon and Kata beaches are somewhere in between. Not nearly as commercial and constructed as

Patong

, these beaches offer a more quiet and relaxing atmosphere with large luxurious

hotels

and resorts and some quiet more affordable

hotels

. But for tourists looking for wilderness, quietness and a change of scenery, beaches on the North of

Phuket

like Bang Tao or Nai Yang or in the south of

Phuket

like Panwa, Nai Harn or Chalong are perfect for them. These beaches are the hidden treasure of

Phuket

Island. With just a few

hotels

and resorts so as not to spoil the wilderness of the environment, these beaches offer breathtaking views, gorgeous beaches and incredible sunsets.

Activities

Outdoor Activities

Horseback Riding :

Riding on horseback is another way to relax while sight-seeing. Crazy Horse in Nai Han - Tel. (076) 288-795 Phuket Riding Club at Chalong - Tel. (076) 288-213 Phuket Laguna Riding Club at Bang Thao - Tel. (076) 381-667

Elephant Trekking :

Since logging was banned in Thailand, at least about 10 years ago, hundreds of Thai elephants have been out of work and the tourist boom has been a blessing for this work-loving creature. Riding an elephant is an experience not to be missed. There are many elephant treks to choose from and most include a lunch package. Some trekking companies do deals where you get to canoe, and see a monkey training show too.
Try Siam Safari, (076) 280-116; Island Safari (076) 281-281; Phuket Sea Land (076) 222-900

Mountain Biking :

What a better way to fully appreciate the local lifestyle than by pedaling through those narrow roads that tourist buses can't penetrate? It is also a novel and good way to enjoy the natural wilderness.

Bungy Jumping :

Fight the internal struggle that every jumper experiences when standing 54 meters above the ground. Tel. (076) 321-351

Go-Kart :

Almost 30 karts from 160CC – 400cc. Flood lighting for nighttime. Tel. (076) 321-949

Target Shooting :

Take aim with guns from small caliber to big bore and shot guns Phuket Shooting Range at Chalong, Tel. (076) 381-667-8 Paintball Play at war with guns that shoot paint instead of lead Top Gun at Chalong, Tel. (076) 381667

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