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Scuba
Diving
Phuket is a center for the scuba diving industry. Popular locations
for diving include the Similan, Surin, and Phi Phi islands. All insturction
and equipment is available at the main beaches, with teachers of various
nationalities. Beginner courses are very inexpensive, so if you have
never learned to scuba dive, Phuket is a greatplace to learn. |
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Golfing
Phuket has four top golf courses with service that makes this a worldwide
center for golf lovers. |
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Snorkeling
The bays in Phuket contain many interesting coral reefs. Equipment
can be rented from dive shop around the island. |
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Wind
Surfing
Boards may be rented by the hour, half-day, full day, or week at most
major beaches. Tuition is available for free. |
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Herbal
Saunas and Thai Massage are available in a variety of price ranges
and levels of expertise. |
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Deep
Sea Fishing
Many tours are available; sailfish and marlins are the prize fish.
Consult a tour agent for details. |
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Sea
Canoeing
Touring the limestone caverns in Phang-nga Bay is an unforgottable
experience. Inflatable canoes squeeze into and under islands. Tour
packages include all transportation and lunch. |
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Swimming
During the rainy season's storms the can be very dangerous. Look
for posted signs and flags indicating conditions for safe swimming;
if the red flag is flying, do not go swimming in the sea. |
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City
Tours The architecture and history of Phuket Town are examined
during a guided tour of the town's historic center. |
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Jungle
Tours Learn details of the life and environment of Phuket and
surrounding provinces. Forest walks, river canoeing, elephant treks,
and tour by land Rover are made in small group; eco-friendly eco-tourism. |
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Horseback
Riding Guided tours on horseback are another way to relax while
sight-seeing. |
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Mountain
Biking It's easier than it looks: Most any person enjoy themselves
on a mountain bike, which has gearing sufficeint to take the mightiest
incline. |
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Thai
Boxing "Muay Thai" as it is called in Thai, strikes
blows at - and with - every part of the body. The stadium is located
at Sapan Hin in Phuket Town and bouts are held Friday nights. |
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The
following tours are available at trvel agencies:
- City Tour (Phuket Sight seeing Tour)
- Phang-nga Bay Tour
- Phi Phi Island Tour
- Similan Island Tour
- Raya Island Tour
- Coral Island Tour
- Khai Island
- Rang Yai Island
- Maiton Island
- Naka Island Tour
- Sea Canoeing Tour
- Eco & Adventure Tour
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