About Phuket
Phuket, which is 867 km or a one hour flight from Bangkok, is Thailand’s largest island and the country’s only island province.
Known as the Pearl of the Andaman, Phuket derived much of its former glory and its enormous wealth from tin production, which dates back over 500 years.
Today, Phuket is Thailand’s major tourist destination. The surrounding waters contain much varied marine life and the island itself is blessed with lovely seashores and forested hillsides.
Phuket Town also has some wonderful examples of Sino-Portuguese architecture. The dream of escaping to an idyllic tropical island becomes a reality on Phuket; Thailand’s island paradise in the Andaman Sea.
Shaped like an irregular pearl and measuring approximately 21 km wide by 48 km long, the island has excellent roads and infrastructure whilst still retaining most of its original natural beauty. The landscape is one of lush green hills, coconut groves, rubber plantations and a coastline dotted with a dozen or more spectacular beaches.
Unspoiled stretches of fine white sand are found along the entire west coast of the island. Each sun-drenched beach has a character and charm of its own, and is separated from its neighbours by picturesque headlands and backdrops of wooded hills. Lapping the shore are the sparkling warm blue waters of the Andaman Sea which are perfectly safe for swimming for much of the year.
Bang Thao in Choeng Thale has numerous venues for live music, be it in restaurants, bars or nightclubs. You can find a variety of bands and genres, including reggae, blues, soft rock, and Thai music, with specific Bangtao live music frequently playing at certain venues, and many other clubs, bars and restaurants with Dj’s around Bang Thao, Choeng Thale in Phuket.
Shopping
Here you will find an in-depth guide to Bangtao and Phuket’s shopping. From Phuket boutique shops and shopping centres to the vibrant night markets and your daily mini market needs.
Bottom line is that Phuket island is a shopaholic’s paradise! The island has a great variety of shopping, from bustling open-air village food markets, noisy night markets, street stalls and local shops to western-style department stores and up-market specialist boutique shops. Prices naturally vary, going from amazing bargains to credit card-melting designer labels. More details
Eco-friendly
Being Eco friendly around Bangtao and the whole of Phuket means living in a way that is not harmful to the environment. While Bangtao and Phuket homes and Hotels may not pollute or cause massive deforestation as much as the world’s logging, mining and beef cattle ranchers do, Palm plantations, over construction and population increases on Phuket has stripped away the natural habitat, polluted the streams, rivers and ocean, and the diesel and petrol cars, motorbikes and coaches have filled the air with massive amounts of of CO2 emissions. This must change.
As of 2000, 60% of Phuket was tree cover. From 2001 to 2021, Phuket lost 7.50kha of tree cover, which is the equivalent to a 23% decrease in tree cover since 2000. This lost, or deforestation, is due to over tourism, palm / rubber plantations, logging and population increases, which intern brings a massive increase in over construction, loss of habitat and wildlife, and the ever increasing amount of vehicles on the roads.
The Eco-friendly way of life is becoming increasingly important, as we need to protect Bangtao, Phuket, and the rest of our planet from more human-made damage, and respects the environment and wildlife, and not destroy it.
Our comprehensive guide covers all aspects in our life, including; Planting a LOT more trees, using non toxic cosmetics or cleaning products, using solar panels or wind turbines, and renewable energy sources to help locals, expats and tourists make a contribution to reducing climate change effects, and being more eco friendly in our daily life. Read more
Charity
Phuket charities, Orphanages and animal welfare rehabilitation centres on Phuket, and in Asia. You can also help, donate and contact directly by visiting our supported charities on our ‘Tsunami Day‘ page.
Besides the above we also bring awareness to all credible charities and volunteer organizations on Phuket and Thailand. To see a full list please visit our Thailand and Phuket charities and volunteer organizations guide page.
FAQ
* Population: Phuket’s 2023 population is now estimated at 449,389. In 1950, the population of Phuket was 23,170. More than 115,000+ expats also reside in Phuket (pre-COVID).
* Tsunami: Phuket was heavily impacted by the Indian Ocean tsunami on December 26, 2004. Around 250 people died on the island.
* Future Transport: The Phuket Light Rail Transit, or Phuket Tram, is currently under construction. The tram will have 24 stations and connect Phang Nga province with Phuket City. The tram is expected to start running by 2026, maybe.
* Time zone: Indochina Time (ICT), UTC +7 (No daylight saving time, same UTC offset all year)
* The IANA time zone identifier for Phuket is: Asia/Bangkok.
* Sunrise: 06:15
* Sunset: 18:05
* Day length: 11h 51m
* Solar noon: 12:10
* Population: 386,605 (2015)
* University: Phuket Rajabhat University
* ISO 3166 code: TH-83
* Alternate Names: Phuket, Phuket Island
* Time zone: The time zone id for Phuket, Thailand is Asia/Bangkok.
* Currency: Currency in Phuket, Thailand is THB (Baht)
* Elevation: 10 meters
* Nearby Airports: Phuket International Airport (HKT) offering both domestic and direct flights to Phuket
* Phoning Thailand: 0011 + 66 + area code + local number
* Thailand Country Dialling Code: +66
* Phuket’s Area Code: 76 (Or 076 for local)
* Location: Andaman Sea
* Coordinates: 7°53′24″N 98°23′54″E
* Latitude: 7.8833333
* Longitude: 98.4
* Area: 576 km2 (222 sq mi)
* Island Length: 50 km (31 mi)
* Island Width: 20 km (12 mi)
* Average Annual Rainfall: 315 mm
* Holidays: New Year’s Day, 1 January; Chakkri Day, 6 April; Songkran Day, mid-April; Coronation Day, 5 May; Queen’s Birthday, 12 August; Chulalongkorn Day, 23 October; King’s Birthday, 5 December; Constitution Day, 10 December. Movable holidays include Makabuja Day, Plowing Festival, and Visakabuja Day.
* Shopping Malls: Central Festival Phuket, Jungceylon, Tesco Lotus, Big C
* International Hospitals: Bangkok-Phuket Hospital, The Phuket International Hospital, and Mission Hospital.
* Land measurments (In Rai, Ngan and Wah). A) 1 Rai = 4 Ngan (or 1600 Sq.m.). B) 1 Ngan = 100 Wah (or 400 Sq.m.). C) 1 Wah = 4 Sq.m. D) 1 Acre = 2.5 Rai E) 1 Hectare = 6.25 Rai
Trending Activities
Below you can search through our online listing of Phuket activities and tours, or you can visit our Bangtao & Phuket Eco activities page for an indepth view of what to do while you are in Phuket.
Top 10 Trending Phuket island Activities
1 hour 10 minutes Phuket Simon Cabaret Show tour by Bangtao Activities - Skip the Line: Phuket: Simon Cabaret Show Admission Ticket takes 1 hour 10 minutes. With transport from the Bangtao area the Phuket Simon Cabaret Show departs from Kathu, Thailand. The Phuket Simon Cabaret Show can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket, Thailand. 
7 hours Snorkeling tour by Bangtao Tour Services - Phuket Coral Island by Speedboat With Lunch takes 7 hours. With transport from the Bangtao area the Snorkeling departs from Thalang District, Thailand. The Snorkeling can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket island. 
5 to 6 hours Phuket Old Town tour by Bangtao Activity Services - Phuket Private Customized Sightseeing Tour takes 5 to 6 hours. With transport from the Bangtao area the Phuket Old Town departs from Phuket Town, Thailand. The Phuket Old Town can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket island. 
10 hours Adventure Tours tour by Bangtao Travel Agency - 4-Waters Eco-Adventure Trip from Phuket Including Lunch takes 10 hours. With transport from the Bangtao area the Adventure Tours departs from Tambon Karon, Thailand. The Adventure Tours can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket island. 
10 hours Phi Phi Islands tour by Bangtao Travel Agency - Full Day Tour of Phi Phi Island by Big Boat from Rassada Pier, Phuket takes 10 hours. With transport from the Bangtao area the Phi Phi Islands departs from tambon Rassada, Thailand. The Phi Phi Islands can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket. 
3 hours Adventure Tours tour by Bangtao Travel Agency - Adventure Combo- Rafting 5 Km, Flying Fox, Jungle Walk with Thai Lunch on Sale takes 3 hours. With transport from the Bangtao area the Adventure Tours departs from Koh Kaew, Thailand. The Adventure Tours can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket. 
5 to 6 hours Phi Phi Islands tour by Bangtao Activities - Phuket Phi Phi Maya Bay Snorkeling Sunset Dinner Tour takes 5 to 6 hours. With transport from the Bangtao area the Phi Phi Islands departs from Ratsada, Thailand. The Phi Phi Islands can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket, Thailand. 
1 hour Port Transfers tour by Bangtao Activities - Phuket International Airport Private 1-Way Transfer Service takes 1 hour. With transport from the Bangtao area the Port Transfers departs from Phuket Town, Thailand. The Port Transfers can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket. 
4 hours Spas tour by Bangtao Activity Services - Phuket Half-Day Facial, Massage, and Scrub Package takes 4 hours. With transport from the Bangtao area the Spas departs from Tambon Wichit, Thailand. The Spas can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket, Thailand. 
1 hour Airport & Hotel Transfers tour by Bangtao Tour Services - Phuket Airport Fast-Track Immigration Service takes 1 hour. With transport from the Bangtao area the Airport & Hotel Transfers departs from Mai Khao, Thailand. The Airport & Hotel Transfers can be booked online or you can book this tour, or any other tours or activities, when you arrive to Bangtao, or anywhee in Phuket island. See all Phuket Tours
Property Sales
Bangtao & Phuket Property For Sale
Phuket Real Estate and property guide. Here you can see some of our past and present Bangtao beach and Phuket properties for sale or resale, including Bangtao, Naithon, Kamala beach, Layan, Cherngtalay, Surin and Laguna beach houses, Villas, Hotels, Resorts, Guest Houses, and Apartments for sale.
You can search for Bangtao or Phuket area Villas, Apartments or other properties for sale or resale using the below link.
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