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From our guest book

Introduction

We have compiled the most complete list of activities and things-to-do during your stay on Phuket available anywhere. We have sought out the leading companies in each activity, those who have established a track record of providing a quality service at a fair price. We do not accept advertising so we maintain the right to list or not list companies as we deem proper. The travel industry is geared for big, they like big boats, and big buses, because it is easier for them to schedule customers. But Phuket is a small island, many of the best activities, and places to visit are in small out-of-the-way locations, or are provided by small companies. Our goal is to provide you with enough local information that you can make informed choices about how to spend your holiday time and money. If you would like to support our project by ordering a copy of our guidebook or if you feel your company should be included in our book please contact the author at the below e-mail address.

Thai Boxing (Muay Thai)

If you don’t mind the violence, a Thai boxing match is worth attending for the pure spectacle and the wild musical accompaniment, the ceremonial beginning of each match, and the frenzied betting around the stadium.

The origins of this martial art and sport are thought to stretch back to the wars with the Burmese during the 15th century. Thailand’s first famous boxer was one, ‘Nai Khanom Tom’ who was said to have single-handedly defeated a dozen Burmese fighters in a wager for freedom. A Thai king, Phra Chao Seua (The tiger King) is said to have been an incognito participant in many boxing matches in the early part of his reign. The sport has changed a lot from the days when boxers would wrap their fists in thick horsehide trimmed with cotton soaked in glue and broken glass for maximum impact with minimum knuckle damage. Many changes initiated to make the sport safer have reduced the high incidence of death and injury. But Thai boxing is still a violent contact sport and considered by many as the ultimate in unarmed combat.

Thai Boxing matches are held every Friday night at the Boxing stadium in Phuket town. Occasional matches are held in Patong. Demonstrations of Muay Thai are held in many of the tourist areas but they are mostly for show.

Jungle Bungy Jumping

A beautiful lakeside setting that is worth a visit even if you do not jump. A pleasant place to sip a cold drink while waiting for the next brave soul to mount the platform. Unlike New Zealand where most bungy jumps take off from lofty bridges with rivers below, the bungy jump sites in Kahtu take off from a metal cage hoisted by a crane to a height of 44 meters. Below the cage is a used tin mine lake. Anyone from 40 to 230 Kg are welcome to make the jump. The operation is highly technical, the equipment is of a high standard and the personnel are qualified Jump Masters. Couples may jump together if they desire. Costs 1200 baht per jump including a T-shirt. 
Ten minutes from Patong on the main road to Phuket town just follow the signs.

Catapult Bungy Jump

Reverse bungy, or a catapult, is the latest concept in aerial thrills. The jumper wears a body harness similar to that of para-sailing instead of having his ankle strapped. This reverse action taxes the nerves less, as you need not jump off a platform. Instead you will be fastened to the ground while the elastic cord is stretched and then you are catapulted from the ground to a height of 33 meters before you "yo-yo" on the elastic cord. The price is 600 baht per jump. 
Located at the end of Soi Sunset by the Expat Hotel.

Go Kart Track

This speedway sport around a loopy figure eight shaped track is great family fun. The circuit covers a distance of 600 meters and the 16 go-karts range from 100cc to 230cc classes. There are double seaters and smaller go-karts for children. Cost 800 baht for 30 minutes.
Located about 2 km from Patong Beach on the main highway to Phuket Town.

Phuket Water-ski Cableways

Offers an opportunity to water ski around a man-made oval lake in water the color of a cup of coffee with cream. A suspended cable propels you around the course at a boring slow steady speed. This is one of the establishments that feel visitors should pay more money than native Thai visitors.

Pirates Cove Miniature Golf

Open daily from 10AM 11PM - a cleverly designed 36 hole miniature golf range. Play 18 Holes for 150 Baht or 36 holes for 250 Baht. Has a snack bar serving tasty Thai & western food. Claims to have the best hamburger on the island. 
Located on Rat-U-Thit Road just behind the Holiday Inn.

Dino Park

Feature a 18 hole mini golf with a prehistoric environment and high tech special effects. Putt around dinosaurs, waterfalls and erupting volcanoes. Hamburger stand with bar and music in the evenings. Family entertainment. Green fee 200 baht 18 holes. 
Located next to Marina Cottage in Karon Beach.

Simon Cabaret

A super-deluxe drag-queen cabaret show. A popular attraction in all of the beach resorts in Thailand. Many Thai transvestites demonstrate a real talent in dressing as women, singing and dancing. A favored tourist destination in spite of the fact they adhere to the policy of charging foreign guests more than visiting Thais. Two shows daily at 7:30 and 9:30 PM.
Located 100/6-8 Mu 4 Patong-Karon Road.

Phuket Butterfly Farm & Aquarium

Open daily 9AM-6PM, Tel: 215 616. A world of free flying butterflies in a man-made tropical environment that contains thousands of colorful-winged butterflies in various stages of their lifecycles. It is impressive to see so many butterflies at one time feeding and fluttering on flowers and plants. Included is an educational illustration on the birth of these beautiful creatures and how they perform a vital function in our natural environment. Adjoining to the garden is a large collection of tropical insects from the forests of Phuket including some huge beetles, and a scorpion pit.
The Aquarium is filled with numerous tanks of colorful corals and some strange looking fish like the dog-face puffer and the long-horned cowfish. Bigger specimens include giant moray eels, sleek black tip sharks, and a playful otter in its own water-world.
From Phuket Town drive north on Yaowarat Road 3km (2miles). Turn left and then right into Paniang Lane, following the signs some 700m to the Phuket Butterfly Garden and Aquarium.

Thai Village

Two shows daily, 11 AM and 5:30 PM Tickets cost 220 baht, children at half price. Reserve a seat by calling 214-860 or 214-861 or you can book through a travel agent. Like the Thai Village locations in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, it provides visitors with a brief sampling of southern Thai culture. A colorful medley of classical and folk dances, sword fighting, the bamboo art of self defense, and Thai boxing, the finale is a Thai wedding. All performed in native costumes. A demonstration on tin mining and rubber tapping reflect two of the major natural resources of Phuket. After the show, exit the hall to an outdoor arena where elephants show how they handle huge teak logs. In an open-air area, artisans demonstrate how southern crafts are made. Near the entrance of the village are nurseries filled with some 40,000 beautiful orchids that may be purchased and shipped home as gifts. 
To reach the Thai village, drive north on Thepkastri Road (H402). Turn left at KM2.5, just before a huge BMW sign, drive 1km (1/2 mile) more and park.

Phuket Seashell Museum

Open daily the usual business hours a truly remarkable building. The museum is in reality Phuket’s oldest and most comprehensive shell shop. Many cheap and unusual gifts.

Phuket Shooting Range

There are two shooting ranges especially designed for those experienced in using hand guns and rifles. Available are hand guns and rifles of varying caliber. All ammunitions used are special range bullets. The cost varies according to the gun models and quantity of bullets spent. For example 10 bullets of 22 cost 350 baht and 5 bullets of 9mm cost 490 baht. 
The shooting range is located on 82/2 Patak Road, 800 meters from the Chalong traffic circle. Hours of operation are from 09.30 to 6.00 PM.

Snake Farm

Part of the Phuket Shooting Range complex this show is part educational with demonstrations on what to if you encounter a snake in the wild, and how to treat a wound if you are unfortunate enough to be bitten. Very useful information because there are a large number of snakes living on Phuket including the king Cobra. The part of the show that includes seemingly sensible young men dance around, kiss, and otherwise annoy the snakes may make you a bit squeamish. 
Follow the directions to the Phuket Shooting Range.