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Phuket

Pictured on the left is Phi Phi Island - one of the most popular day trip locations from Phuket

Phuket is a jungle covered mountainous island in the Andaman Sea with beautiful white sand beaches and irresistible turquoise bays set amongst the jagged coastline. Thailand’s most famous island has an international and domestic airport and is connected by a short bridge to the mainland.

Phuket is ideal for day trips to some beautiful and famous islands, such as Phi Phi Leh where “The Beach” starring Leonardo DiCaprio was filmed and Phang Nga Bay where the famous limestone pinnacle is featured in the James Bond “The Man with the Golden Gun” movie. Perfect for swimming, sunbathing and snorkelling.

You’ll find lots of activities in Phuket. There are good dive spots both near and far, yachting, game fishing, kayaking, golf courses, elephant tours and 4WD tours. A visit to the Phuket Zoo can be an entertaining way for the whole family to spend the day with elephant, monkey and crocodile shows and a great range of animals.

Yes, there’s plenty of shopping that can be done in Phuket too but Bangkok is better value and has a greater choice.

One of the viewpoints overlooking Kata, Karon and Patong Beaches.

Approximate Weather Guide for Phuket

November – May
Dry Season
Cool sea breezes cool the air and make this the best time to go. Expect a bit of rain if you’re travelling in November or December. Temperatures remain between 25 – 31’C during the day.

June – October
Rainy Season
Expect the odd heavy downpour but also long sunny periods between showers. May, September and October will have more run and less sun. Day temperatures fall between 26 – 30’C