| Things to do in Phuket : February 2008 |
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A big island that never deserts visitors, Phuket attracts thousands of tourists every year. When people mention 'Phuket', many think only of the sea, white sand and sun. But that's not all there is. In fact, Phuket is popular as much more than just a beach destination and offers plenty of sports and activities for all ages. Realising this, many tourists find their way around the island looking for more than the beaches, looking for something different to do. Why not join them?
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Here we offer ideas on how to bring diversity, inspiration and interest to a holiday in Phuket. Let the adventures begin.
Bungy Jump
If you love extreme adventures then you'll love this one. Bungy Jump is the extreme activity for the extreme sports lover and offers fun and excitement for everyone. Imagine that you're standing 54 metres above the ground and are about to jump over a beautiful jungle lagoon. Either jump alone, or in tandem with your friend. Jumpers have the option of touching the water. This is a jump to get the adrenalin pumping. The thrill is guaranteed.
There are two Bungy Jumps set up in Phuket: Jungle Bungy Jump located in the Kathu area, 5 minutes from Patong Beach and World Bungy Jump on Soi Kepsup2 in Patong.
Jungle Bungy Jump Location: Kathu, Phuket
Open Daily: 9am-6pm Tel: 076 321 351
World Bungy Jump
Location: Soi Kepsup2, Patong. Open Daily 10am-7pm Tel: 076 345185
Cable Ski
Want to escape from the beaches and pools? Here
is another great sporting activity for the speed lover. Phuket Cable Ski, situated by a tropical garden in Kathu, is at a large lake 410 metres long x 110 metres wide and 2 metres deep,with fresh and clean water. You can try knee boards, double skis, slalom (single) skis, wake boards, ski disks and trick skis. All equipment is available for rent or you can bring your own. Costs range from 500 baht for 30 minutes to 1,500 baht for a full day.
Phuket Cable Ski
Location: Kathu,
Open Daily 10am-6.30pm
Tel: 076.202.525-7
Go Cart
This is one activity in Phuket you simply cannot miss. An open-wheeler motor sport for those who love speed. Bring your friends for some heart pumpin' kart racing and start the adrenalin rush as you power round the track or share the thrills in the special double-seater kart. Fun sport but not dangerous.
Phuket Kart located in Kathu, and is the place
to go for some good go kart racing,
Experience the thrill-It's fun and
everyone can do it.
Phuket Kart
Location: Pra Baramee Road, Kathu.
Open Daily 9am-7pm Tel: 076 202 058
ATV tour
Check out Phuket's natural beauty by ATV. It's so much fun. ATV is a unique opportunity to see and enjoy
the natural surroundings and beauty of Phuket while riding. Discover the local villages, farms, plantations, waterfalls and the unspoiled environment. This is THE choice to see the local area!
Take an adventure to see the hidden side of Phuket. Ride on slopes and muddy trails and enjoy the great environment of many different local flora in the tropical forest. This is also a great way to learn more about the lifestyles of the local people. It's loads of fun and unforgettable. You'll surely want to do it again!.
Phuket ATV Tour
Location: Koh Kaew, Phuket.
Open Daily.
Tel: 076 239 717, 08 1892 1414, 08 1892 1661
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