Phuket, the largest island in Thailand, offers its visitors an abundance of attractions. However, the place also has some underrated experiences that have not quite made it onto the tourist radar yet. Here is a look at some of the unusual activities to engage in on this island.
1. Exploring hidden viewpoints
Phuket is home to exceptionally beautiful and diverse landscapes. One great way you can feast your eyes on this beauty is to explore the viewpoints there. There are quite a number of them, but Promthep Cape, in the southernmost point of this island, is a popular site for ocean views. You also get an awesome lighthouse to inspect, and if you go there near dusk, you will be able to witness a stunning sunset. This is also a great spot to click some pictures to upload on your Instagram account, as you will witness natural beauty all around.
2. Delve into cultural experiences
Phuket offers plenty of cultural experiences, and one place you can get a taste of this is Phuket Art Village. This is a place where you can learn about traditional Thai crafts like art, murals, puppets, painting and sculptures. Some Phuket luxury resorts offer guided cultural tours where guests can visit heritage places and interact with the locals in village settings. Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas offers its guests an immersive village tour where they will experience a walk through rubber plantations, eco-print batik making, turn intricate coconut leaves into works of art and sample fresh seafood delicacies at a local restaurant.
3. Visit Phuket Walking Street Market
Are affordable shopping experiences on your mind? Then you need to drop by Phuket Walking Street Market. This bustling destination is a great place to experience Thai culture, explore local products, taste Thai food and soak in the lively setting of a historical location filled with local vendors, music and live performances. You can also inspect the vibrant historical streetscapes and Sino-Portuguese architecture along Thalang Road. Interactions with the locals will open our eyes and ears to their lifestyle. Therefore, you will have a memorable time exploring the products on offer and delving into Thai heritage.
4. Engage in marine life experiences at Aquaria Phuket
If you are a fan of underwater experiences, you need to visit Aquaria Phuket. Known as a great destination for families due to its interesting display of more than 25,000 marine creatures that have been categorised into four areas: the biodiverse South China Sea, Coastal Haven, Mystical Forest (amphibians and reptiles), and the River Giants (freshwater species). You can also join in the feeding sessions, watch performances and taste the delicious dishes at this place, which is known as the country’s largest aquarium.
5. Enjoy family time at Andamanda Phuket
Another place which will keep you and your children engaged is Andamanda Phuket. This place fuses Thai culture with exciting waterpark activities like a flow rider intended for surfing, a wave pool, swift water slides and a play area which offers adventurous excursions. You also get spaces which have been divided into themes like Water Kingdom, Naga Jungle and Pearl Palace. Another striking fact about this location is that it has incorporated the natural environment into its setting by setting the Andaman Sea and limestone cliffs in its backdrop.
