Phuket has a galaxy of tourist spots that are worth exploring and one of the best ways to do so is through boat tours. Holidaymakers who are booking tickets on flights to Phuket and are planning to opt for a boat tour are sure to be delighted with the experience.
Brimming with sightseeing options and entertaining activities, Phuket offers a lot to see and explore. A large number of holidaymakers book tickets on flights to Phuket every year to enjoy what this largest island in Thailand has to offer. Over the years, boat tours and cruising have become quite a highlight of the island. For those who wish to opt for a tour and not sure what to choose, here is a quick look into some of the most popular tours in Phuket that might help.
Exploring Phi Phi Islands by Speedboat
The tour is so popular in Phuket that some even say no trip to the region is complete without trying this one. Phi Phi Islands by Speedboat is all about exploring some of the most exquisite charms of nature. Usually, the trip consists of visiting three islands i.e. Koh Phi Phi Don, Koh Phi Phi Leh, and Koh Kai Yai. Tourists also get to visit Ao Ling, popularly known as the Monkey Bay due to the thriving population of small monkeys here. It is recommended not to hand-feed them. Snorkelling lovers who have blocked tickets for this tour can enjoy snorkelling at several locations en route. Hin Klang, an amazing coral reef area with crystal clear waters, is a perfect place for snorkelling. The tour mostly ends at Phi Phi Leh as you visit Maya Bay, the renowned location where Hollywood movie ‘The Beach’ was filmed.
Sea Kayaking in Phang Nga Hong by Starlight
For nature lovers who are investing on flights, Phang Nga is one of the most sought after attractions in Thailand and this tour shows the best of this place. The tour starts after you savour your afternoon meal. The fascinating limestone caves come first to sight; you can only enter it if the gods are in your favour with right tides! The sunset that follows happens to be a breathtaking one. As the sun goes to sleep and the darkness spreads its wings, the special part of the tour begins. If the bay looks beautiful in the day, it looks heart-stopping at night. There are no artificial lights (such as torches) allowed and the only source of lights are the natural sources that give the area a picture perfect ambiance. This tour is for someone who wishes to have a unique experience, someone who is not short of time, someone who would not mind returning a bit late!
Daytrip of Similan Island by Speedboat
If you are in search of a serene, unspoiled and pristine place where you can explore the best of natural beauty, Similan Islands are just the place. Situated about 84 Km North-West of Phuket Island, the islands are breathtakingly beautiful. In total, there are nine lush green islands with white sandy beaches and rock forms around. Diving lovers who are booking their flights tickets to Phuket and are planning to take this tour would be delighted to know that Similan is renowned for its diving spots. As all the nine islands are reachable by boat, tourists will be able to enjoy the best of each place. Speedboats only take about ninety minutes to reach the Similans and therefore visitors who choose this tour get to have a lot of time to explore and enjoy the sights.
