First-time visitors to Phuket often remark on the wide variety of unique things to do and experience. Some of the activities available go way beyond the standard Thailand island experience of swimming, snorkeling, and spa treatments.
We’ll tell you about some unique things to do in Phuket that cannot be found anywhere else. They’ll help make your vacation in Phuket something you’ll always remember and treasure.
Thai Costume Rental in Phuket Town
Phuket Town is renowned for its unique and colorful Sino-Portuguese architecture. This carefully preserved architecture is a remnant of the 19th century when Phuket attracted many people to work in the tin mines, and this style of architecture provided homes and businesses for the immigrants.
Today, you can dress up in authentic and beautiful Thai costumes of the 19th century and pose for photos among the colorful and striking buildings of Phuket Town. Invite your friends and family for insta-worthy snaps and create some memorable moments you will cherish.
Here are some recommendations on where to find Thai traditional clothing for rent:
- HELLO PHUKET: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yLXFt7GMDzo24wFa9
- SANAETHAI CLOSET: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HhFS9jFpz4jT2k137
Take a Private Luxury Cruise in Phang Nga Bay
Although there may be several other resort areas that offer luxury cruises, none of them provide the unique grandeur of Phang Nga Bay as a backdrop. Phang Nga Bay has served as the backdrop for some famous Hollywood movies, like “The Beach”, “The Man with the Golden Gun”, and the “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies.
Phuket is also home to many luxury yachts of all sizes. These yachts can all be chartered, and you can embark on a magical cruise through Phang Nga Bay to visit the spectacular islands in comfort and luxury aboard your very own chartered yacht. The yachts can be chartered for a day trip, or you can set sail for several days and settle into a luxurious cabin and enjoy gourmet meals while you watch a tropical sunset every evening from the private deck of your yacht.
Recommended vendors to rent excursions:
- The Seanary: https://www.theseanery.com/
- Ocean Marina Yacht Charter: https://omyccharter.com/
- Love Andaman: https://www.loveandaman.com/
- Simba Sea Trip: https://simbaseatrips.com/
Go Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay
While a luxury yacht cruise can be an unforgettable experience, many visitors would rather explore the beautiful grottoes and lagoons of Phang Nga Bay’s islands. If that’s the case, the kayak is your vessel of choice. You can book kayaking excursions in Phang Nga Bay and enjoy a guided tour that explores the many hidden azure lagoons of the islands and mysterious grottoes and caves.
These tours are immensely popular with people looking for unique and unforgettable things to do in Phuket. The tour companies will ferry you out to the islands where you’ll board your kayak and set out to explore the natural wonders of these iconic islands.
Our top recommendations for kayaking tours include:
- John Gray Sea Canoe: https://johngray-seacanoe.com/
- Paddle Asia: https://www.paddleasia.com/destinations/phang_nga.htm
Enjoy an Ethical Elephant Experience in Phuket
Phuket is one of a few places in Thailand where you can enjoy meeting elephants rescued from a life of working in the logging or tourism industry. These elephants spend their remaining years relaxing, enjoying pampering from their caretakers, and freely exploring their new home.
While many sanctuaries are available, it’s advisable to select a free-roaming sanctuary that limits human interaction. Ethical sanctuaries provide authentic experiences without the need for physical contact with these gentle giants. This provides a safer experience for the visitor and a chance to enjoy the natural behaviors of these magnificent animals in peaceful retirement.
Our top recommendations include:
- Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve: https://maps.app.goo.gl/R48EaBWbzeE9hfJn6
- Phuket Elephant Sanctuary: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fVnBHw4sKxuS1UnT8
Take a Tour of the Chalong Bay Distillery
The Chalong Bay Distillery offers tours and tastings of their unique Thai-made, multi-flavored rums. Located in Chalong Bay on the southeast side of Phuket, a visit to the distillery allows you to see how the rum is distilled and bottled and allows visitors of legal age to sample the products.
You can also sign up for a class teaching you bartending skills and how to craft delicious cocktails. The distillery also has a bar and restaurant and is available as a venue for unique private events in Phuket.
Book a tour with them here: https://thedistilleryphuket.com/
Take a Muay Thai Class
Many people secretly want to find out how they’d do in a boxing ring. Phuket offers several Muay Thai schools that offer beginning lessons in the martial arts sport of Muay Thai. While it’s significantly different from regular boxing and uses the shins, elbows, knees and fists, it can give you quite a workout and help you decide whether Muay Thai is the sport for you.
Explore our top recommended gyms:
- Phuket Fight Club: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eGg1LRN8YEX59nC87
- Revolution Muay Thai Camp: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qnoqoDjDRK9eT7bX8
- Sutai Muay Thai Gym Camp Shop: https://maps.app.goo.gl/p62VPEX8B8tvDoFG9
Enjoy “Experience Shopping”: Stay in the Heart of Patong
Booking a stay at Recenta Suite Phuket Suanluang, a 4-star hotel in Phuket, can be the ideal decision for travelers who value experience shopping over souvenir shopping.
Recenta Suite Phuket Suanluang allows you to choose from all the most distinctive activities in Phuket. It offers a central location where scheduled tours can easily transport you to and from Phuket’s top attractions. You might even spot the perfect item for someone back home and rekindle your passion for souvenir shopping in the stores and shopping malls of Patong Beach.
Recenta Suite Phuket Suanluang is the ideal spot to stay if you want to maximize both your “experience shopping” and your souvenir shopping options while on holiday in Phuket. Book a convenient and comfortable room with us today.
