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Speedboat crossing turquoise water between limestone islands on a day trip from Phuket, Thailand

Best Day Trips from Phuket in 2026 (Ranked by a Local Team)

The nine best day trips from Phuket for 2026 — ranked with real durations, honest prices in Thai baht, the best months to go and who each excursion actually suits.

9 min · 5 September 2026
Longtail boats moored at a Phi Phi Island beach with limestone cliffs behind

Complete Guide to Island Hopping in Phuket: Phi Phi, James Bond, Similan, Coral & Racha Islands

How to island-hop from Phuket in 2026 — Phi Phi, Phang Nga (James Bond), Similan, Coral and Racha compared. Boats, costs in INR, seasons, and a 3-day itinerary from a local team.

9 min · 15 July 2026
Rescued elephants at ethical Phuket sanctuary walking freely through jungle

Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries in Phuket: The Honest 2026 Guide

Not every "sanctuary" in Phuket deserves the name. Here is how to tell the real ones apart — and the three we recommend.

7 min · 13 July 2026
Sail Rock viewpoint on Koh Similan with turquoise water below

Similan Islands from Phuket: Day Trip vs Liveaboard (2026)

The Similans reopen November each year and consistently rank among Asia's top dive sites. Here's how to visit — and which trip is right for you.

6 min · 11 July 2026
Aerial view of Maya Bay Phi Phi Islands turquoise water

Phi Phi Islands Day Trip from Phuket: The 2026 Guide

Maya Bay reopened, crowds are back — here's how to do Phi Phi right: which tour to book, what to skip, and the best time to go.

6 min · 11 July 2026
Aerial view of a turquoise Phuket beach with white sand and longtail boats

The Best Beaches in Phuket for 2026 (Ranked by Vibe)

Patong isn't the only game in town. From family-friendly Kata to the hidden gems of the north — here are the 8 best Phuket beaches ranked.

7 min · 11 July 2026
Collage of James Bond Island experiences: Ko Tapu limestone rock, beach visit, longtail boats, aerial view of Khao Phing Kan, walking through the island cave, and sea kayaking through Panak Island hongs

James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay: How to Do It Right

The full guide to visiting James Bond Island — best tours, sea canoeing through hongs, and why sunset trips beat mid-day crowds.

5 min · 6 July 2026