Best tours and experiences in Phuket and the Andaman coast
Honest guides to each popular tour: what to expect, who it suits, real prices in THB and USD, ratings, and which alternative might fit you better.
In-depth tour guides
Coral Island and Racha Island speedboat tour from Phuket
Review of the Coral Island and Racha Island speedboat day trip from Phuket — snorkeling, water sports, and which island is actually worth your time.
James Bond Island sea canoe tour — small-group longtail from Phuket
Small-group Phang Nga Bay sea canoeing with James Bond Island, limestone hongs, and a longtail boat. Full-day tour from Phuket.
Khao Sok Cheow Lan Lake day tour from Phuket — honest review and what to know
Full review of Khao Sok Cheow Lan Lake day tours from Phuket — boat trip, cave visit, lunch, and whether the 10-hour day is worth it.
Krabi Tiger Cave, Emerald Pool and hot springs day tour
Climb 1,237 steps to a jungle summit, swim in a turquoise rainforest pool, and soak in natural hot springs — all in one long day from Krabi.
Muay Thai fight night at Bangla Boxing Stadium Patong — visitor review
Honest review of Muay Thai at Bangla Boxing Stadium in Patong — how to buy tickets, what to expect from the fights, and whether it is worth the price.
Phang Nga Bay sea kayaking — full-day tour through limestone hongs
Paddle inside hidden limestone cathedrals, visit a stilted fishing village, and see James Bond Island without the crowds hogging the viewpoint.
Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay speedboat day tour from Phuket
Full-day speedboat tour covering Phi Phi Don, Maya Bay, Bamboo Island, and Khai Island with snorkeling and lunch included.
ATV and zipline tour in Patong, Phuket — honest review and operator comparison
Real talk on ATV and zipline combos in Phuket — trail quality, safety standards, prices, and which operator runs the best setup.
Phuket ethical elephant sanctuary — feeding and jungle walk
Half-day ethical elephant experience in Phuket: feed, mud bath, and jungle walk with no riding. Honest review of what to expect and how to choose well.
Phuket Old Town street food walking tour review
Honest review of the Phuket Old Town street food walking tour — what you eat, how far you walk, and whether the evening or daytime version is better.
Phuket Thai cooking class review — market visit, hands-on cooking, and what to expect
Honest review of Thai cooking classes in Phuket — market trips, dishes cooked, group sizes, and how to pick the right class for your trip.
Similan Islands scuba diving — King Cruiser wreck and Shark Point day trip
Dive Phuket's best sites: the King Cruiser wreck and Shark Point. Honest guide covering depth, certification, cost, and what to expect.
Simon Cabaret Phuket review — what the show is actually like and whether it's worth it
Honest Simon Cabaret review covering show quality, ticket tiers, what to expect, and how it compares to other Phuket entertainment options.
Top experiences in Phuket and the Andaman coast
Most-booked activities by Phuket Escape readers.
Phuket: Phi Phi, Maya Bay & Khai Island day tour by speedboat
Phuket: Full day James Bond Island with sea kayaking
Phuket: Similan Islands tour by premium speed catamaran
Phuket: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary — ethical feeding experience
Phuket: Easy 4-hour Thai cooking class
Phuket: Simon Cabaret Show admission
Phuket: Discover scuba diving at Racha Yai Island
