Phuket

Culinary & Nightlife

Our most recommended Phuket Culinary & Nightlife

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  1. From Phuket Or Khao Lak: Phi Phi Islands Early Bird Tour

  This early bird Phi Phi Islands speedboat tour is a must-do for Thailand travelers. This tour is the top seller in Phuket and visits all the famous spots of the beautiful Phi Phi islands, its pristine beaches and landscapes. Start your tour very early in order to arrive at the islands before the regular tours. Make your first stop at the island Phi Phi Leh, with its beautiful Maya Bay, famous from the Hollywood movie The Beach, and the Phi Phi Leh Lagoon. Take time for a refreshing swimming break in the lagoon. After this, continue your tour to Phi Phi Don to climb up to the viewpoint. Enjoy the amazing views from the top of the island and get a glimpse of the town. Don't miss out on the opportunity for sightseeing around the island to see the Viking Cave and visit the monkey beach. Make the most of two long snorkeling stops, and as a final stop head to Bamboo Island for a picnic lunch...

  Such a great trip. I can only recommend everyone doing this right now. The beaches and bays are empty and the reefs are full of fish. Just amazing. The tour guides were great too! 10/10 would recommend. I went by myself and had a great group of people.

  Reviewed by Anna, 9/5/2021
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  2. From Phuket: Half-Day Jungle Hike with Hotel Pickup

  Have a unique jungle experience in the heart of Phuket on this 4-hour guided excursion. After pickup from your hotel, head to the Khao Phra Taew National Park in the heart of Phuket Island. After a short briefing from your guide, start the 3.5km hike along beautiful Tonsai waterfall. Discover exotic plants, unique palm leaves and giant liana hanging over the rough trail. Now for the highlight of the trip: enjoy a refreshing swim under a rushing waterfall to cool down during the hike. After leaving the waterfall, the trail will become narrow as you walk between walls of evergreen vegetation. Refresh yourself with some fruit and a local snack before heading back to your hotel.

  We had a wonderful time, great hike with many informations about the jungle fauna and the people.

  Reviewed by Margherita, 2/11/2020
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  3. Phuket Old Town 15-Taster Food Tour

  Are you ready to explore why Phuket is often considered one of Thailand's top foodie hotspots? Greet your guide in the cool of the morning at 10:00am outside the city's famous central market and begin your walking tour weaving your way through the streets passing a glorious Chinese temple en route to try a Phuketian classic snack of spiced rice cooked in banana leaves. Back down at the market, your guide will take you to a hidden little teashop which serves the local Burmese working community. Here, you'll try Burmese curries, crispy samosas and other delights accompanied by naans freshly cooked in their wood-fired oven and washed down with sweet tea. Just down the road is a fine outdoor fresh fruit and vegetable market where your guide will explain the ingredients that go into Thai cuisine and sample exotic fruits, juices, and other tasty morsels like deep-fried coconut balls and prawn...

  Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Her sense of humour was injected throughout the tour which brought some lightness and laughter. The food was amazing and the local restaurants were welcoming.

  Reviewed by Laurie, 2/25/2020
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  4. Phuket: Half Day Easy Thai Cooking Class & Local Market Tour

  Take part in a half–day cooking class in a local kitchen, after you explore the local market to select your ingredients. Choose from 2 half–day classes: a the morning class starting at 9:30 AM or an afternoon class starting at 2:30 PM. For a more flexible menu, choose the Special Sunday class. See below for a sample of your menu: Monday: in the morning class, enjoy tom yam kung, phad thai, green curry, and mango sticky rice. In the afternoon class, prepare chicken satay, tom kha kai, phad see-ew, and mango sticky rice. Tuesday: the morning class will prepare fish cake, papaya salad, panang curry, and deep fried banana. In the afternoon, prepare tom yam kung, phad thai, green curry, and deep fried banana. Wednesday: in the morning, cook tom yam kung, phad thai, green curry, and banana in coconut milk. In the afternoon, cook fried chicken cashew nut, tom kha kai, fried...

  I had a really interesting morning joining the cooking class. After being picked up from the hotel we drove to the local market to pick the ingredients for the meals we were going to prepare. As I was the only participant that morning, I was extremely happy that the class wasn't postponed or even cancelled. The atmosphere was very relaxing and the recipes and the set up of how the preparations would be done were well organized. I would recommend this class to anyone interested in learning a few basics of thai cooking in a very comfortable setting. I had a great time with the owner who is very knowledgeable and personable.

  Reviewed by Katjana, 9/14/2021
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  5. From Phuket: James Bond Island Excursion by Longtail Boat

  First, you will get picked up from your hotel. Start this full-day tour visiting the famous Monkey Cave of Wat Suwan Kuha. Discover the many interconnected caves in the mountain and admire the gold reclining Buddha image at the temple. Explore the magical mangrove forest of Ao Phang Nga National Park by long-tail boat. Stop at a fishing village on Pan Yee Island to enjoy a tasty lunch before seeing James Bond Island, where the blockbuster movie, The Man with the Golden Gun, was filmed. Continue to Khao Phing Kan to see the stunning limestone karst formations. Experience the area’s beauty by sea canoe, paddling around Talu Island before returning to the pier. To ensure your safety, your expert guide will paddle the canoe for you, as the waters in this area can be difficult for paddling. 

  This experience was amazing and I’d definitely recommend to anyone. Our tour guide was lovely and always willing to take pictures for you and even recommended the best spots to take these. One of the best moments of this trip had to be kayaking through the caves - an unforgettable experience and our kayak guide took some brilliant photos for us. The only downside for us was the length of the transfer in order to board the boat which was around 3 hours each way - however for the experience it’s 100% worth it.

  Reviewed by Georgia, United Kingdom, 3/22/2020
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  6. Khao Sok: Full-Day Chiew Larn Lake Tour

  Start your adventure bright and early with complimentary pickup from your hotel. Make your first stop at Rajja Prabha Dam's viewpoint for a unique photo opportunity. After that, depart on a long-tail boat ride to Chiew Larn Lake's highlight, the Khao Sam Kler limestone mountain. Next, jungle trek to Nam Ta Lu cave to see the impressive limestone formations deep inside this very large cave. Then, head to the iconic Pae 500 Rai floating resort for a delicious and Southern Thai buffet. After lunch, spend time in the heart of nature and do some birdwatching. Alternatively, kayak or swim in Chiew Larn Lake's stunning turquoise water, learn how to make a cocktail, or simply bask in the sun surrounded by greenery. The resort guarantees the best view of the lake surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and the lush jungle. After an adventurous day, hop back on the long-tail boat and cruise towa...

  The description mentions you will go in a cave but doesn’t mention you will be wading in water potentially up to neck height. The trek through the cave it almost 1km also. It was great fun! But something to consider. Where footwear you don’t mind getting wet and don’t take a big bag as the tour guide only has a small wet bag for everyone’s phones etc. Water is provided. The whole thing was just under 6miles (bike plus cave). Both your guides where fab and day was very well organised. Beware of lunch as some options are very spicey! Our tour guide Nim was so good so even took photos for you throughout the day and sent them by WhatsApp later!

  Reviewed by Steph, United Kingdom, 1/3/2020
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  7. From Phuket: 3-Day PADI Open Water Diver Certification

  The PADI Open Water Diver course is divided into 3 main segments: 1) Theory Segment – knowledge development to understand the basic principles of scuba diving 2) Practical Segment – confined water dives to learn basic scuba skills (in the pool) 3) Practical Segment – discover scuba diving experience, the skills you have acquired may be credited towards a portion of the full PADI Open Water Diver course certification Day 1 8:00am – Meet your PADI instructor at the dive center for the theory segment 1:00pm – Lunch 10:30am – Pool session 2:00pm – Theory segment and exams Day 2 --> Racha Yai Koh Racha Yai is the largest of the two islands located off the southeastern coast of Phuket. Different kinds of corals can be spotted here with the staghorn coral predominating in many areas. Marine life is rich and species such as barracuda, tuna and milkfish...

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  8. Phang Nga Bay: Early Bird James Bond & Beyond Tour

  Head out before the crowds on an early-morning tour to avoid the tourist hustle and bustle. Enjoy an early bird trip to James Bond Island and the fascinating Phang Nga Bay with its Karst rock formations, mangroves and caves, sights that are sure to take your breath away. Make your first stop at James Bond Island, then go canoeing at a private canoe station away from the regular tours. Explore the depths of the area's caves, and take the chance to drive through the mangroves. Visit the famous floating village of Panyee and enjoy a beach break for swimming. Take a dip into the tranquil blue waters at Kudu or Nok Island. A private lunch will be waiting for you at Koh Yao island in a setting between rubber plantations, coconut trees and pineapples, before you finish your tour.

  Really nice tour, we where able to get to most places 1st for at least 1 hour before the crowds came in, I would totally recommend this tour.

  Reviewed by Oscar, Mexico, 2/17/2020
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  9. Phuket: Coral and Racha Islands Hype Luxury Catamaran

  Discover 2 of the most stunning islands close to Phuket, Coral and Racha Islands, on a special 7.5-hour sea tour aboard a luxury catamaran - the Hype Boat. Sunbathe on the comfortable day beds, enjoy the music of a live DJ, and jump into the crystal clear waters of the Andaman Sea. Select the hotel transfer option for the most hassle-free day out. Board your boat at 11 AM at Chalong Pier and savor a welcome cocktail. After departure, feast on a decadent buffet with options ranging from tapas to sushi, as well as a wide variety of delicious Thai food. Make your first stop on Coral Island at 12:45 PM, and swim, snorkel, or hang out on the white sandy beach. At 2 PM, head to your next destination, Racha Island, a well-known island for snorkeling and diving. At 4:30 PM, board your boat again and delight in an afternoon of dancing until the sun goes down. Admire the astonishing sight of th...

  They pick me up on time and when we arrived at the peer where the boat was waiting, they took our temperature to make sure we were not sick. This was really great as I was concerned about being on a boat for 1 day with other people. The staff was great and really friendly. The drinks and the food really matched my expectations. They also provided us some snacks in the afternoon. The DJ was awesome and played some nice EDM and house music tunes.

  Reviewed by Anonymous, Netherlands, 3/22/2020
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  10. Khao Sok: Luxury 2-Day/1-Night Lake Expedition

  Enjoy a free pickup service from your accommodations in Phuket, Krabi, Khao Lak, Khao Sok, or Surat Thani  and head to Rajja Prabha Dam in Khao Sok. Be amazed by the picturesque viewpoint, which gives you a clear view of the entire national park. Depart from the pier for a scenic boat ride to Nam Ta Lu Cave and on the way stop by Chiew Larn lake's icon the Khao Sam Klur. Start your adventure with a jungle trek and cave exploration at Nam Ta Lu Cave. Climb back aboard the long tail boat and head towards Pae 500 Rai resort for a delicious and authentic Thai lunch. Check-in and spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying the heart of nature. Choose from a whole range of activities such as swimming in the turquoise lake, kayaking, or learning to make cocktails, before having dinner in an exquisite atmosphere by the lake. The multi-day luxury package includes 1-night's accommodation in Pae 500...

  The mountains and the lake was fantastic! Our guide was the best! We enjoyed every minute.

  Reviewed by MIHAELA, Romania, 1/18/2020