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The island has a broad range of activities, it has all sorts of possibilities when it comes to sea and land activities. This article focuses on top seven activities that have to be performed in Phuket.
Snorkelling:
Thailand is surrounded by the Andaman sea which has calm, clear and abundant marine life which is ideal for snorkelling. The snorkelling can be done around the year in Phuket, but the best time is from November to April. At some beaches, one can rent snorkelling gear for the day, and the best thing is to get your own snorkelling gear preferably from the town before you leave to the island.
Scuba diving:
Andaman sea has a calm and crystal clear water with beautiful reefs, and rock formations along with a colourful marine life and the dive sites occupy a place in top 10 scuba diving destinations in the world. Don’t miss an opportunity to jump into the Andaman.
Spa/Massage:
Thai massage also is known as Thai yoga massage is an ancient healing system which combines Indian ayurvedic principles, acupressure and yoga. One can find lots of spa centre in the Phuket town. It costs around 700 bahts for a full massage, and it may vary from shop to shop.
Golf courses:
One can enjoy first rate golf in Phuket, it is probably the sweetest spot of all for hitting a golf ball as the instructors give a sensible advice. The other main destinations in Thailand also hosts golf courses, but Phuket is one of the finest places to learn the game.
Flying Hanuman:
If you love to zip through the sky at an elevation of 40 meters above the dense forest, Flying Hanuman in Kathu is the best and right place for you to do the adventure. One can explore the dense forest in a well-executed aerial view.
Surfing:
Surfing in Phuket is not ranked among the best, but it should not be ignored. Recently Phuket is gaining popularity as a surf destination. West coast of the island is the best place for surfing. Kata beach, Kamala beach, Kalim beach, Surin beach, Nai Harn beach are favorite surf spots in Phuket.
Thai Boxing:
Muay Thai-Thailands martial art is one of the most famous spectator sports. Phuket hosts a lot of training camps for Muay Thai and is open to all ages. The lethal kicks, furious punches and crushing elbow strikes are fascinating to see in live rather on tv.
