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Phuket for Adventurers: Thrilling Activities You Shouldn’t Miss

As one of the popular island travel destinations in the Andaman Sea, Phuket is more than just a relaxing haven for weary travellers. With an abundance of lush rainforests and sandy beaches, Phuket has plenty of thrilling experiences for those looking to be more adventurous during their vacation. Here are some of the best adrenaline-pumping activities in Phuket for outdoor lovers.

Diving

Phuket is one of the best destinations for diving enthusiasts with crystal clear waters and vibrant underwater ecosystems. Those staying on the island at resorts like Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas will have the perfect opportunity to explore the depths of the Andaman Sea with expert guidance.

Image via Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas

Ziplining

One of the best ways to experience the expanse of forest cover on the island is ziplining. As you speed along the rope and whizz past treetops you’ll be treated to magnificent views of the island’s lush forests from a vantage point like no other.

Windsurfing

If you’d rather race across ocean waters near your Phuket luxury resort, windsurfing makes for an ideal adventure. The ideal time for windsurfing in Phuket is from June till the end of August when the conditions are perfect. More experienced surfers can head for the northwestern region for stronger winds, while the shallow waters of the southern coastlines are perfect for beginners.

ATV Riding

This is yet another exciting way to explore the jungles of Phuket, which involves racing through the terrain at high speeds. You’ll have a close-up view of stunning waterfalls, hidden sacred statues and some of the more elusive wildlife that call the jungles home.

Railay Beach

Railay Beach | Image Credit: By Mark Fischer [<a href="//creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0">CC BY-SA 2.0</a>], <a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3ARailay_Beach_at_Sunrise.jpg">via Wikimedia Commons</a>
Railay Beach | Image Credit: By Mark Fischer [CC BY-SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons
If you set foot on a heavenly stretch of white sand running along the beautiful blue sea in the Krabi Province of Thailand, you can be sure that you are standing on Railay Beach.

How to get there
Once in Thailand, you can catch a flight or bus from Bangkok to Krabi or Phuket, from where you can get on board a small boat or ferry. You can rest in a Phuket luxury resort for some time. Many options like COMO Point Yamu, Phuket are available for this purpose. Another option is getting a boat from Ao Nang, which is a mere 10 minutes distance from the Railay Beach.

Getting familiar
Railay is a widespread beach with three separate areas, namely the Phra Nang Beach, West Railay Beach, and the East Railay Beach.

What to see
The Diamond Cave or the Phra Nang Cave is a famous attraction on the Railay Beach. With its naturally illuminated walking paths, this is quite a beautiful sight. The Phra Nang Beach had been named after a princess, whose remembering temple, the Phra Nang Shrine can be seen on the beach. There is also a nice lagoon and a high viewpoint, which you might enjoy seeing.

What to do
Railay is a famous spot for rock climbing, with a steady range of steep mountains that make the adventure somewhat challenging. Diving, Snorkeling, and Kayaking can also be added to your activity list.

Roland Lefevre is a travel writer who specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe. Google+