Water Sports
   Phuket is the center the scuba diving business. Popular locations for diving include Similan, Surin and Phi Phi islands. Instruction and equipment are available at the main beaches, with teachers of various nationalities. Beginner courses are inexpensive, so if you have never learned to scuba dive, Phuket is a great place to learn.  More details

 
Horseback Riding
   Guided tour on horseback are another way to relax while sight-seeing. Ride along blue lagoons, marshland fields and large groves of conifer trees and of course white, sandy beaches.

   There are three riding clubs in Phuket:

    Crazy Horse in Nai Han Tel. (076) 288795
    Phuket Riding Club at Chalong Tel. (076) 288213
    Phuket Laguna Riding Club at Bang Thao Tel. (076) 381667

   They all offer facilities for beginners and experienced riders alike.

 
Golfing, Minigolf
   Phuket has top golf courses with service that makes it a worldwide center for golf lovers. More details
    Phuket Country Club in Kathu Tel. (076) 321038-40
    Century Country Club in Kathu Tel. (076) 321929, 321933-4
    Banyan Tree Bang Thao Tel. (076) 324351-60
    Blue Canyon near the airport in Thalang Tel. (076) 327440-7

   Miniature Golf Aside from Pirate's Cove Miniature Golf, which is covered under the listing on Patong, there is also:

   Dino Park Mini Golf at Karon Beach.18 holes Tel. (076) 330625

 
Thai Boxing
   "Muay Thai" as it is called in Thai, is a  strikes blows at and with every part of the body. It's a 3,000 year old Martial Art and Self Defence System and is the ultimate way to defend yourself, gain confidence and keep fit all at the same time.

   The stadium is located at Saphan Hin in Phuket Town and bouts are held Friday nights.

 
Courses and classes
   The Traditional way to eat Thai food is to share several different dishes at same time, enabling each dinner to discover al many different flavors as possible. If your interest is simply in learning more about what goes into Thai dishes in order to enhance your knowledge and enjoyment when dining out, don't hesitate to join us.

   There are also other courses you can join, as Thai Boxing and Diving. More details
Mountain Biking
   Mountain biking  is one of the fastest growing sports in the South East Asian region, not least in Thailand.

   It 's easier than it looks. Anyone can enjoy himself on a mountain bike, which has gearing sufficient to take the mightiest incline.

   In Phuket several interesting and well worth half day adventures tours are offered.  All the tours will be under American guidance with professional bikes, equipment, parts and back-up vehicle.

 
Target Shooting
   Take aim with guns from small caliber to big bore and shot guns Phuket Shooting Range at Chalong.
   Tel. (076) 381667-8
   Fax. (076) 281054

   Paintball Play at war with guns that shoot paint instead of lead. Loads of fun. Top Gun at Chalong.
   Tel. (076) 381667
   Fax. (076) 381665
Monkey School
   Location in the area of shooting range, at Chalong, show times are 11:00, 14:00, 16:00 daily except Friday 
   Tel. 01-956 9338.
Snake Farms and Cobra Shows
   Are located at Chalong and Patong. At the snake farm, just like in a zoo, you will get a general idea of how many different kinds of these boneless creatures that exist. A man will show different snakes and a woman will in her best English explain the effects of the venoms. You also will get the chance to pet a living cobra and have a very close look at its teeth.

   The best cobra show you can find is "King cobra " show, located in the Phuket shooting range compound. The show also provides knowledge about how to react when you find snakes.

   Brave handlers will show amazing acts, you can be a witness of the death kiss with a cobra. You also can take the chance to hold or get near these creatures.

   Show Time: 10:00, 12:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00

   Location in the area of shooting range
   Tel: (076) 381 667-8
   Fax: (076) 381 655

 
Hash House Harriers
   Join Phuket's expects on their weekly fun run through jungles, up mountains and along beaches-with a few beers after. More details

 
 

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