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Phuket Beaches can be found all over the Island. It is really a shame that many tourists in Phuket never leave their resort are. The beaches at the resort towns such as Patong beach and Karon Beach have some of the least attractive beaches of Phuket
Hat Kalim (Kalim Beach) | | Located north of Patong Beach is a secluded beach dotted with rocks and coral reefs. Accommodations and restaurants are available. Another interesting stopover is Freedom Beach which is located around the head of Laem Ka Sai Rot and is accessible by a chartered long-tailed boat. |
Hat Kamala (Kamala beach) | Located approximately 26 kilometers from Phuket City, Hat Kamala is a relatively secluded 2-kilometer beach that is suitable for total relaxation. Accommodations are available. Karon Beach Karon itself hosts a wealth of watersports: Swimming, windsurfing, sailing, water-skiing, snorkeling, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, and para-sailing are all available during the season. With a host of excellent restaurants, bars and shops with prices to suit all pockets Karon is an ideal holiday destination, Phuket International Airport is only 40 Kilometers away and with lively Patong beach only a 10-minute drive away, Karon beach is ideally situated Hat Kata (Kata Beach) | Located approximately 17 kilometers from Phuket City are Kata Noi (Small Kata) and Kata Yai (Big Kata) Beaches. Both are renowned for snorkeling to see the coral, tropical fishes and the seas eco-system. Also worth visiting is Ko Pu, a small uninhabited island located off Laem Sai. Most visitors find snorkeling along the islands rich coral reef enjoyable. Diverse beach activities are available on both beaches. Accommodations on Hat Kata are set amidst tropical and cliff settings. Visitors can choose to stay in budget to top end accommodations according to their preference. Well known hotels located here are Club Med and the Boathouse |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 30 October 2007 )
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