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| Phuket Thailand Travel Guide and Interested Activities in Phuket |
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At sea, on land, or even above it, Phuket's remarkable range of sports, tours, diversions and adventures guarantee a fun-packed holiday for all.
In the water or out, the Andaman Sea and Phangnga Bay offer an unrivalled selection of watersports, including deep-sea fishing that would give Hemingway a thrill, and snorkelling and Scuba diving that would take Cousteau's breath away. There is also sea-canoeing into spectacular hollow island escarpments and enchanting yachting experiences that have not only made these waters world famous, but also helped make Phuket one of Asia's premier yachting destinations, with yachts from every continent represented in the bays and marinas of the island.
On shore, Phuket's thrills and adventures are just as numerous. Gallop gracefully across the sand on a horse from one of Phuket's several riding stables, or take a trek into the island's jungles aboard an elephant. Hike through the primordial forest of Khao Phra Tieow, or mountain bike along the winding hill roads. Play 18, 36 or 72 holes of golf at any of the four world-class golf clubs, or putt a little easier at the Mini-golf park in Kata. Take a leap of faith at the island's Bungy Jump centre or - if speed is your thing - roar around Phuket's Go-Kart track.
In fact, with so much to do on and around Phuket, booking a longer stay may be advisable - just to give yourself time to fit it all in.
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Scuba Diving
Phuket diving sites number among the very best to be found. In fact, the readers of the top diving magazine voted Phuket diving among the top ten in the world. Diving Phuket's warm clear blue waters is best from mid-October to May, when the calm seas and rain free days make Phuket diving off Ko Kaew Noi, Ko Rajali Yai, Shark Point a truly unique experience.
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Snorkelling
This can be enjoyed in sheltered bays all around Phuket. It is particularly enjoyable at easily accessible reefs at Patong, Karon and Kata beaches.
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Canoeing
as popular one-day tours, or more extended tours involving overnight camping on island beachs, and occurs principally in the neighbouring Phangnga Bay and Krabi, where mangrove swamps and island grottoes are accessible only by canoe.
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Yachting
Phuket is a natural base for sailing. This Singapore-sized island is packed with accommodation facilities and yachting services for all kinds. There are scores of uninhabited islands to explore and despite the many attractions, the Andaman Sea has yet to become congested with boat traffic.
The Andaman Sea has very good weather conditions all year and is comparable to any region in the world in this respect. The long northeast monsoon season from November to May creates the best climate for sailing, with the best winds from November to February.
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Go Karts
Phuket has a 750 metre go-kart track, the Patong Go-kart Speedway, with flood lighting for evening races and a wide range of go-karts. These include high speed super karts, standard single karts, two-seater karts and kids' karts. The track also has a 30-seat round-view restaurant and seating area for spectators.
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Golfing
Phuket have long been the destinations of people looking for rest and relaxation. Sea, sand and sun are in abundance, complementing great seafood, unspoiled national parks and a unique culture. For those that pursue an active lifestyle and enjoy the challenges of gofing, the three provinces offer perhaps the utimate high.
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Bungee Jump
Take the plunge, or catapult, and view life from a completely different angle, with insurance! There is only one Bungee jump/Catapult in Phuket on the Kathu to Town road.
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