Scuba Diving: Phuket is a center for the scuba diving industry. Popular locations for diving include the Similan, Surin, and Phi Phi islands. All instruction 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 great place to learn.
Snorkeling : The bays in Phuket contain many interesting coral reefs. Equipment can be rented from dive shops around the island.
Swimming : During the rainy season’s storms this 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 ocean!
Sailing : Most classes of boat from dinghies to yachts are available for rent.
For yachts & cruises:
- Thai Marine Leisure, tel. 66 (0) 7623 9111
- Sunsail Charters, tel. 66 (0) 7623 9057
- Phuket Island Discovery, tel. 66 (0) 7623 9031
- Phuket Marina Services, tel. 66 (0) 7623 8943-4
- House Boats Ahoy, tel. 66 (0) 7626 0494
- East West Siam provides the Chinese Junk tour of Phang-Nga Bay, tel. 66 (0) 7634 0912 fax. 66 (0) 7620 6653
Facilities and services for yachts are available at
- Phuket Boat Lagoon, in Koh Kaew; tel. 66 (0) 7623 8948; fax. 66 (0) 7623 9056. Restaurant, hotel pool, modern facilities; about 5 kms. north of Phuket Town in a sheltered lagoon.
- Yacht Haven Phuket is located at the island’s northeast end and offers year round protection from storms and rough seas, tel. 66 (0) 7620 6704-5.
- Royal Phuket Marina, tel. 66 (0) 7623 9762
- Phuket Boating Association, tel. 66 (0) 7638 1615 at Ao Chalong
- Ao Chalong Yacht Club, tel. 66 (0) 7638 1488 at Ao Chalong
- Ban Nit Marina, tel. 66 (0) 7620 0409 at Kao Kan
- Phuket Yacht Club, tel. 66 (0) 7621 1470 at Ao Yon
For smaller craft : Toppers and dinghies are available at Patong; Catamarans, Hobie Cats, and Top Cats are available at Kata.
Wind Surfing : Boards may be rented by the hour, half day, full day, or week at most major beaches. Tuition is available free.
Deep Sea Fishing : Many tours are available; sailfish and marlins are the prized fish. Consult a tour agent for details.
Sea Canoeing : Touring the limestone caverns in Phang-Nga Bay is an unforgettable experience. Inflatable canoes squeeze into and under islands. Tour packages include all transportation and lunch.
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