With a host of rich historical and artistic offerings, you are wrong to assume that Phuket is all about sandy beaches. The island promises a myriad of other exciting activities to treat your adventurous soul, not to mention some authentic Thai cuisine that speaks right to your foodie’s heart!
A Diving Expedition
Phuket is a hotspot for both locals and tourists alike to try some action-packed diving excursions. Teeming with ample diving sites such as the Anemone Reef, Koh Racha Yai, and the East of Eden in Similan islands, at Phuket beaches, both experienced and amateur divers will find themselves immersed in a captivating underwater adventure. Added to this, there is plentiful exotic marine life like stingrays, pufferfish, barracudas, and vivacious tropical fish species, waiting to be explored as you delve deep under these crystal blue waters.
Exploring the wildlife at Sirinat National Park
Sheltering over 285 mammal species in their natural habitat, Thailand is a sanctuary for a variety of wildlife. Perched along Phuket’s Northwest Coast, you will find yourself in the epicentre of a small national park called the Sirinat National park. The park is comprised of at least four immaculate beaches and hosts an array of distinct trees and bird species. During the night, you can also try your luck at witnessing leatherback turtles coming ashore on Hat Nai Yang and Hat Mai Khao beaches to lay eggs. For those in love with the North West Coast, the best pool villa in Phuket awaits you at Layan Residencies by Anantara nestled a few miles away from the Sirinat National Park and the sandy beaches.
A Visit to the Phuket Trickeye Museum
Planning a roundtrip to the Phuket Trickeye Museum is one of the best indoor experiences you can enjoy on this tropical island. True to its name, the museum is bound to trick your eyes and take you into a world of optical illusions. Interestingly, the museum is also Phuket’s first synergistic 3D museum. Here you can become part of a beautiful painting, awaken your imagination and creativity with stimulating modern art installations, take instaworthy pictures with your family and create many other fond memories with your loved ones.
A little shopping spree at Phuket’s markets
Phuket is also home to some popular markets the likes of Sunday Walking Street Market, Banzaan Fresh Market, and Phuket Weekend Night Market. Whilst you can head over to the Sunday Market for shimmering lights, stunning artefacts, and finger-licking food, Banzaan Fresh Market is the ideal place for you to grab some exotic fruits and vegetables. You cannot also forget the Phuket Weekend Night Market since it’s the perfect place for you to get your hands- on souvenirs, affordable clothes, and other collectables.
