Explore Phuket
Phuket is Thailand,s largest island. Phuket attracts divers and casual beach lovers who enjoy spending most of their time basking in the sand and munching on local delicacies. There are beautiful lagoons and many modern amenities that will make your vacation a memorable one, but there are plenty of other things to do here too. The island has many gardens, Buddhist temples, museums, and aquariums that deserve a top spot on any traveller,s Phuket itinerary.
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Language Spoken
Currency & Time Zone
Cuisine
Meals
Authentic Thai street food can be found on every corner with prices ranging CHFom 30Bhat (R17.27) to 40Baht (R23). The average price at a midrange restaurant for two would be between 596baht (R327) and 800baht (R460).Drinks
Local rice beers are priced at around 60Baht (R34.50) and wine CHFom 35Baht (R20.13). Cocktails are priced at around 100Bhat (R57.50)- 150Bhat (R86.25)
Transportation
Taxis
Taxis have a standard tariff of around 35Baht (R20.13) and thereafter 4Baht (R2.30) per kilometer, but you can always haggle with the driver.General Transport
Songthaews (open air bus) runs between 07:00am and 06:0pm and they usually charge 15Baht (R8.63) -20Bhat (R11.50) per trip. A 3km Tuk-Tuk trip would cost you 200baht (R115).Things to do in Phuket
Phang Nga Bay; Phi Phi Islands; Bangla Road; Big Buddha Phuket; Similan Islands; Best Beaches; Phuket Night Markets; Island-hopping; Phuket View Points; Wat Chalong and Phuket Temples.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Cholera
- Yellow Fever
- Japanese Encephalitis
- Rabies
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- Thai phrasebook
- Hat and sunscreen
- Bug Spray
- Umbrella/Raincoat
- Hiking shoes
- Universal Adapter
- Lightweight clothing
- Waterproof bag
- First aid kit
- Photocopies of travel documents
