ISLANDS
Coral Island
Known locally as Koh Hae, Coral Island is popular daytrip destination
9 km off the south east coast of Phuket.The main beach get busy in
the daytime with many snorkellers, water skiers, para-gliders and
sunbathers enjoying the nice sand and clear shallow water. Diving
offshore can be done as well. There are also “sea walking”
tour though this activity has been criticised for the possible damaging
effects on the island’s coral reesfs.
To get to coral island, there are local long-tail or speedboat from
Chalong Bay or Rawai Beach to travel there in about 10-15 minutes.
Racha Island (or Raya Island)
Located 12 km south of Phuket, Racha Island is well-known as excellent
diving and snorkelling daytrip destinations.
Racha Yai is quickly developed in \to a place to stay with a number
of bungalows and resorts.The main bay called Ao Pak Tok has a strip
of fine white sand tuck deep into the long, U-shaped welcoming many
tourists . The other bay, Ao Siam , is a pretty place where lonely
strolls in solitude are possible.
Racha Noi is uninhabited and has no accommodation ,but there is
some great diving site.
Travelling to Racha Island is about 45 minutes by speedboat or more
than an hour by long-tail boat.
Naka Island
Naka Yai Island is rapidly changing from a fishing village into
a fairly exclusive resort location.Most of the beaches here are
broad and sandy. Along its eastern shore the is the view of Phang-Nga
Bay
Naka Noi Island is known as the “pearl island” as it’s
the site where rare South Sea Pearls are cultivated.
Rang Yai Island
It is the small ,uninhabited island that has developed into an activity
center for groups. Spending the day kayaking, windsurfing, mountain
biking, hiking, playing volleyball and more or relax in the shade
on the sandy beach. There’s no accommodation ,but camping
can be arranged.
Maprao Island
This island of fishing villagers is reached within 10 minutes by
long-tail boat from Laem Hin pier on the east coast of Phuket. A
peaceful place with agro-tours and homestay with local families
available. The island’s rich mangrove forests can be explored
by boat. Between Phuket and Maprao are some rustic floating restaurants
with live seafood held in submerged pens to select for a fresh seafood
meals. Near the restaurants are a few lonely floating bungalows
for rent.
Maiton Island
The popular Maiton Island Resort is only one accommodation on the
island offer the perfect choice for your private stay.
Lone Island
Lone Island is situated in the middle of Chalong Bay, remains a
quiet ,lush place with only few upmarket resorts in operation.
Bon Island
This island ,just 15 minutes off the shore of Rawai, is a beautiful
tiny isle with soft white sand and good snorkeling sites. The Evason
Phuket advertises the island as its own private island with only
luxurious honeymoon suite.
Kaew Island
This speck of an island is found just offshore as the southernmost
trip of Phuket, and can be seen from Phromthep cape viewpoint. Long-tail
boat transfer to the island can be arranged in Rawai.There is not
much here besides a large Buddha statue.
CAPES
Ka Cape
Located at the extreme southwest 7 km from Chalong Bay, Ka Cape
is a popular stop for Thai visitors. South of the point is Laem
Ka Beach, a sandy strip dotted with rocks and boulders. The extensive
coral reefs offshore make for interesting snorkeling mornings. Bungalows
,Thai food and boat charters to the island are available.
Phromthep Cape
The cape has tall cliffs on the south and was formerly called by
local villagers “Laem Jao” (The Gods’ Cape).From
the cliff ,running down to the boulders at the sea is a line of
palm trees. Emerald green currents swirl in the deep water and breakers
hurl themselves in vain against the rocky point. It is one of Phuket’s
most inspiring vistas which is the most beautiful place to catch
Phuket’s famous sunset.
Singh Cape
It is located about 1 km south of the entrance to Surin Beach. Singh
cape is not visible from the road, but the small parking area is
located about half way up the grade at the north end of Kamala Beach
look for the small hand made signs.This is one of the undeveloped
beach frequently missed by visitors who are unaware of its location.
It is a five minute walk down a fairly steep path to reach this
remote little beach. The natural beauty of this beach is enhanced
by the fact it is well below the highway which lends a serene and
quiet feeling that is not always present on other beaches in Phuket.
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