Although Phuket can be an expensive holiday, there are loads of things to keep you occupied for free.
Obviously the beach is the perfect starting point. Sun loungers cost money to hire, so take a beach mat and wile away a few hours gazing out to the crystal blue waters of the Andaman Sea.
If you have access to transport you could drive along the west-coast and enjoy the breathtaking views and luscious jungle scenery. The south-western coastline is home to the Kata Viewpoint perched amidst the lofty heights of a dramatic mountainside. From this beautiful vantage point you can overlook the ocean, Kata Noi and Kata Beach.
Find Budget Accommodation on Phuket
At the southernmost tip of Phuket you will find the Laem Promthep Viewpoint at Rawai. This is where everybody congregates around 6:15pm to watch that famous Phuket sunset. This is a purposely built viewpoint with a lighthouse and everything is for free, so enjoy the sights.
Visiting a Buddhist temple is always a perfect opportunity to soak in the famous and colorful Thai culture. I would recommend Chalong Temple because it’s one of the most aesthetically pleasing and within a five-minute drive from the ever-growing reputation of the Big Buddha Temple, also situated in Chalong.
Big Buddha is a large golden Buddha statue and temple positioned upon one of Phuket’s highest mountains. The views are the most dramatic you will find on the island. There is also the added bonus of viewing the monkeys which live on the mountainside. The Big Buddha monument isn’t fully completed, but this matters not. The views are well worth the journey alone and you will absolutely love it, everybody does!
If you would like to make a comment, please fill out the form below.
You must be logged in to post a comment.
Recent Comments