Phuket is an island on the incredible Andaman Sea along Thailand’s West coast, where is always something to see and do. For those on Phuket holidays, some of the favourite beaches are Kamala, Rawai, and Patong.
Kamala Beach is all about leisure - water-skiing, parasailing, snorkelling, fishing and massage
Rawai Beach is a quiet spot just 5 minutes from Promthep Cape. It’s one of those sacred places in Phuket where you can sit with the locals on mats by the water, feasting on fresh fish and grilled chicken, and not once have to elbow someone out of your personal space!
Things to do at Rawai Beach while on Phuket holidays
- Rawai Beach is popular with locals, particularly due to its fantastic Thai beach restaurants where you can sit on mats by the water and eat the freshly caught fish, clams and mussels
- Watch the sunset!
- Hire a traditional longtail boat or modern speedboat and explore!
- Head offshore for deep sea fishing—tuna, marlin and sailfish are good near Rawai
- Take a free shuttle to Yanui Beach for sunbathing or swimming
Patong is the centre of Phuket’s shopping and nightlife culture. For decades, tourists have been flocking to Patong to let down their hair, kick up their heels and do as much shopping as the human body can handle. The combination of fun, sun and retail presents the best of all holidaying worlds
Things to do in Patong while on Phuket holidays
- Beach and water activities like snorkelling, parasailing, jet skiing, windsurfing, scuba diving and swimming
- Experience the famous “nightlife”—Patong is the land of themed bars, discos and go-go dancing
- Immerse yourself in shopping, as Patong’s other specialty is fantastic, inexpensive retail therapy