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Scuba Diving :

Phuket is the center the scuba diving business. Popular
locations for diving include
Similan,
Surin and
Phi Phi
islands. Instruction and equipment are available at the main
beaches, with teachers of various nationalities. Beginner
courses are inexpensive, so if you have never learned to scuba
dive, Phuket is a great place to learn it.
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Snorkeling :
The bays in Phuket contain many interesting coral reefs.
Equipment can be rented from dive shops around the island.
Easily accessible reefs are at
Patong,
Kata and
Kamala
beaches.
Swimming :
Swimming at some beaches during the monsoon season is not recommended.
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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Sailing :
Most classes of boats - from kayaks to yachts are
available for rent. Sailing trips are available for
half-day, day and overnight trips as well as sunset
cruises. Sailing courses for beginners and intermediate
are offered by several sailing schools.
(Facilities & Rules)
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Wind Surfing :
Boards may be rented by the hour, half-day, full day, or
week at most major beaches.

Phuket
Submarine
Phuket
Submarine Co. Ltd. operates the first and only submarine
tours in Thailand.
The dives are in the surrounding waters off of the
Southeast coast of Phuket. A fun and exciting speedboat
takes you to the submarine. After you board the
submarine you will descend in air conditioned comfort to
depths of thirty meters. A once in a lifetime
opportunity to sail in a real yellow submarine.
The submarine tours leave from
Chalong Pier. The
submarine has limited seating capacity so advanced
reservations are recommended. The price is 2,500 Baht
for adults & 1,800 Baht for children under 12 years old.
Deep Sea Fishing :

Many travel agents operate deep sea fishing tours with
well equipped fishing boats. Consult a tour agent for
details.
Sea Canoeing :
Touring the limestone caverns in
Phang Nga Bay is an
unforgettable experience. Inflatable canoes squeeze into
the inner sea of the island. Day and Multi-Day tours are
available. Tour packages include all
transportation and lunch.
Golf : (more
details)
Phuket has top golf courses
with service that makes it a worldwide center for golf
lovers.
Tours of Phuket Town :
The architecture and history of
Phuket Town are examined
during a guided tour of the town's historic center.
- Old Phuket Tour Tel. & Fax. (076) 311270.
Horseback Riding :

Guided tour tours on horseback are another way to relax
while sight-seeing.
Crazy Horse in
Nai Harn - Tel. (076) 288795
Phuket Riding Club at
Chalong - Tel. (076) 288213
Phuket Laguna Riding Club at
Bang Thao - Tel. (076)
381667
Mountain Biking :
It 's easier than it looks. Anyone can enjoy
himself on a mountain bike, which has gearing sufficient
to take the mightiest incline.
Herbal Saunas and Thai Massage :
are available in a variety of price ranges and levels of
expertise.
Spa packages
are available at
Karon Villa,
Banyan Tree and
Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa
Thai Boxing :

"Muay Thai" as it is called in Thai, strikes
blows at and with every part of the body. The stadium is
located at
Saphan Hin in
Phuket Town and bouts are held
Friday nights.
Target Shooting :
Take aim with guns from small caliber to big bore and
shot guns
Phuket Shooting
Range at
Chalong, Tel. (076) 381667-8; Fax. (076) 281054
Paintball :
Paintball Play at war
with guns that shoot paint instead of lead. Loads of
fun.
Top Gun at
Chalong, Tel. (076) 381667; Fax. (076) 381665
Bungee Jumping
Tarzan's Jungle Bungy Jump
Jump from the top of a 53 m crane toward a pond
while connected to a long elastic bungee cord; very exhilarating. Note :
This is not recommended for the aged, the infirm, or those with chronic
heart problem. Located over the hill northeast of
Patong at 61/3 Moo 6 on
the road to Phuket Town.
Tel. (076) 321351.
Tarzan's Catapult Bungy
It uses an elastic cord similar to the one mentioned
above, but relies upon a catapult to shoot customer up in the air. Located
on Soi Sunset at Patong Beach, near the
Expat Hotel.
Tel. 01-4641581.
Patong Go–kart Speedway
A well planned raceway and high–powered go–karts
await go-karting enthusiasts. Located over the hill northeast of
Patong at
118/5 Vichit Songkram Rd., near Kathu District office.
Tel. (076) 321949; open 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Phuket Water Ski Cableways
An inland water skiing course on a man–made lake.
Skiers are pulled round the oval track at speeds of up to 30 kph by
overhead cables. Instruction is free for beginners. Located over the hill
northeast of Patong at 86/3 Moo 6 Soi Nam Tok Kathu, near
Kathu Waterfall.
Tel. (076) 202 525-7; open daily 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Phuket Joyland
Is an amusement park with many different
attractions, located in the same area of Phuket Water Ski Cableways.
Open
daily from 11:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. Tel. (076)
203005-6.
Bowling
Let the balls roll at Pearl Bowl in
Phuket
Town (next to the
Pearl Hotel). Open daily from 10am - 2 am
The following tours are
available at travel agencies.
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- City Tour (Phuket
Sight Seeing Tour)
- Phang-nga Bay Tour
- Phi Phi Island Tour
- Similan Island Tour
- Raya Island Tour
- Coral Island Tour
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- Khai Nok Island Tour
- Rang Yai Island Tour
- Maithon Island Tour
- Nakha Island Tour
- Sea Canoeing Tour
- Eco & Adventure Tour |
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