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About Phuket and Nearby

Phuket pronounced (roughly) "pu-ged", is Thailand's largest island. Located approximately 862 Kilometers south of Bangkok. It is 48 km in length, 21 km at its widest, and is in Southern Thailand, on the west-facing Andaman Sea coastline, suspended from the southern tip of Phang Nga Province by a pair of short but substantial road bridges. Phuket governance is divided into 3 districts, called "Amphur" they are Amphur Muang, Amphur Thalang and Amphur Kathu.

Phuket has a lot more to offer its visitors other than just its natural heritage of sea, sand, sky, beach, forest and world renowned charter sites. Phuket is an outdoor paradise, with plenty to keep the adventurous and nature-loving amused year round. Of course, everyone is naturally drawn to the sea, not just for its beauty, but also for the range of fun activities it presents. But although the most sung about activities centre around the beautiful turquoise waters of her picture-perfect shores, there are many exciting and rewarding experiences to be had inland as well. Fishing, scuba diving, water skiing, swimming, snorkelling, canoeing and much more to enjoy with group of friends, family and etc. For seafood lovers, there is a lot more to sample than just Phuket's famous Lobster. Inaddition, at Phuket town, the Sino-Portuguese architecture casts its spell delighting travelers to the city, while Phuket-style hospitality has never failed to impress visitors from all walks of life. Altogether these characteristics have made this island a truly unique destination.

Get to know more about the island paradise of Phuket before you are booking flights to Thailand for you and your family. It is essential that you have information on the area as this will allow you to weigh your options when you arrive in Phuket, including what accommodations to book, places to eat delicious Thai cuisine, and sights and activities you may want to experience during your stay on this beautiful island paradise.

Beaches and Islands of Charter Destinations

Beaches

Laem Phromthep:

Literally translate as Brahmas Cape, Laem Phromthep is perhaps one of Phuket's most important landmarks. There is a saying that you havent been to Phuket unless you visit Laem Phromthep. It is here that visitors soak up the sun and savor the breathtaking panoramic view of the Andaman Sea from the islands southern-most tip. The Cape is crowded especially in the evening, as it is a popular observation point at sunset. Laem Phromthep is located approximately 2 kilometers from Rawai Beach.

Nai Yang Beach:

Part of the Sirinath National Park, this is a beautiful and tranquil area. The beach itself is on a long curving bay lined with evergreens that provide shade to picknickers. and Nai Yang is well known as a site where sea turtles come to lay their eggs during the period from November to February.

Bang Thao - Layan Beach:

Layan Beach is a shallow bay. When the tide is out it becomes a plain of rippled sand and shallow pools. You can walk to the island without getting your feet wet. Even when the tide is in you can wade across to the island. This beach and the islet form a small tranquil bay ringed with casuarina trees and coconut palms.

It is a beautiful and secluded little beach with only a couple of resorts. The shallow, calm water is ideal for children, especially when the tide is out when they have the whole bay to explore. Beware the area around the river mouth. The water looks reasonably clean but it does form a channel through the sand with a current that could catch a small child

Surin Beach:

The beach itself has clear water and beautiful white sand, and is lined with tall casuarina trees and seafood restaurants.

Laem Sing, Secret Beach:

Between Kamala Beach and Surin Beach. This was once one of those secret beaches only the locals knew about. During the high season, this small beach is crammed. It is easy to see the attraction. It is an absolutely beautiful beach. A 300-meter stretch of beautiful sand framed by two headlands and ringed by trees. A few rock formations on the beach add character to the setting.

Kamala Beach:

Located approximately 26 kilometers from Phuket City, Hat Kamala is a relatively secluded 2-kilometer beach that is suitable for total relaxation. Accommodations are available.

Patong Beach:

This Beach is the most developed, most vibrant, most visited beach of Phuket that never fails to impress visitors. Located approximately 15 kilometers from the city, the beach has a wide range of accommodations and shopping arcades, and provides magnificent leisure activities and energetic night-time entertainment.It is a picture perfect postcard view of a 3-kilometer long white sandy beach that is perfect for swimming, lazing, and enjoying challenging water sports such as jet skiing, windsurfing snorkeling, sailing, and parasailing.

Karon Beach:

The second largest of Phuket's tourist beaches. Large resort complexes line the road behind of the shoreline, but the long, broad beach itself has no developement. Thesand is very white, and squeaks audibly when walked upon. The southern point has find coral reef stretching toward Kata and Bu island.

Kata Beach:

Located approximately 17 kilometers from Phuket City are Kata Noi (Small Kata) and Kata Yai (Big Kata) Beaches. Both are renowned for snorkeling to see the coral, tropical fishes and the seas eco-system. Also worth visiting is Ko Pu, a small uninhabited island located off Laem Sai. Most visitors find snorkeling along the islands rich coral reef enjoyable. Diverse beach activities are available on both beaches. Accommodations on Hat Kata are set amidst tropical and cliff settings. Visitors can choose to stay in budget to top end accommodations according to their preference. Well known hotels located here are Club Med and the Boathouse. For more information on how to get there, please refer to the transportation section in Hat Karon.

Nai Han and Ao Sen:

Located a few kilometers from Kata Beach, next to Phromthep Cape, approximately 18 kilometers from town is Hat Nai Han, an extra-ordinary beach that has white powdery sand and crystal clear water. The beach borders on two charming landscaped lagoons surrounded by rubber trees and other tropical plants. As the beach has not yet been fully developed to its full potential, it is less crowded, more peaceful, thus is ideal for people seeking solitude. Holidaymakers are not recommended to swim during the monsoon season from May to October. Watch out for the red flag! Despite having a rather limited selection of accommodations, they range from budget bungalows to the top-class Yacht Club.

Islands in Phuket and Nearby

Route Phuket:

Coral Island (Ko Hae)

Racha Island (Ko Raya)

Koh Bon

Koh Khai Nok

Koh Khai Nui

Route Phuket to Phang-nga:

Phang-nga Bay

James Bond Island

Panak Island

Route Phuket to Krabi: