Water Adventures
With so much water to explore and so many different ways to do so, water adventures in Phuket are unlimited.
Sailing
Find out more about sailing lessons for kids on the hobbies sailing page.
Snorkelling
There are a host of companies waiting to whisk you and your family off on a snorkelling adventure. Anything from half day trips are available, usually on board a speedboat. Once on board you will stop at various points to have a snorkel before stopping at a tropical beach for lunch. The trip is of course only suitable for parents and kids who can snorkel. Alternatively many of the beaches around Phuket are great for snorkelling. Go to the beaches section to discover more.
Power Snorkelling
Power snorkelling is offered off Phuket island and nearby Coral island by the Coral Island Beach Club. It's a great way for kids aged 8 and over to explore the underwater world. Sea scooters are also available. Go to www.powersnorkel.com for more information.
Diving
PADI offer a range of scuba diving courses for kids 8+ years from a Bubblemaker program in a pool environment, a great idea for birthday parties with a difference. Older kids aged 10+ years can try a Discover Scuba Diving program experiencing breathing underwater for the very first time whilst surrounded by fish. Or for the real adventurous kids then how about taking a Junior Open Water Diver Course (full certification) from 10-15 years. Learning to dive at an early age is an education every kid will love which can also include taking care of the underwater world by joining clean-up environment days and even underwater photography workshops learning about the creatures and corals of our seas and how to take care of them. Scuba Diving 4 Kids is available at Pro-Tech Dive College based in Chalong, Phuket opposite the Phuket Shooting Range. Go to www.protechdivers.com for more information, or e-mail info@protechdivers.com
Surfing
Surfing is a very popular pastime in Phuket with annual competitions being held at an international level. Clearly surfing requires waves so is only possible from May to October, Kata Beach is the major surfing hotspot. Phuket Surf offer lessons for kids aged 5 up and are based at Kata Yai. Go to www.phuketsurf.com for more information.
Waterskiing and Wakeboarding
Phuket waterski and cableway park is also located in Kathu and offers a sizeable lake with six cables. Great fun for kids and parents, there is a rail slide and some ramps for those who are more experienced and all types of boards and skis are available along with life jackets. Smaller kids will enjoy watching whilst the bigger kids will love to join in. Go to www.phuketcableski.com for more information.
Kite Surfing
Kite Surfing is suitable for older teens and the tuition location and time changes depending on the season and the tides. Lessons and training courses where you can learn to teach are available. Go to www.kitethailand.com for more information.
Whitewater Rafting
White water rafting is usually offered in Phang Nga bay. Find out more from a reputable tour operator and do ensure full insurance is offered. Strictly for teenagers and adults.
Family Cruising
One of the most enjoyable ways to appreciate Phuket and her surrounding isles is aboard a yacht. Visit one of the local marinas to check out the different options – power or sail, crew or bare boat and take the family on an unforgettable cruise. Breathtaking scenery guaranteed.
Longtail Adventures
Journey on a traditional Thai boat for a fun day out to a neighbouring island. Long tail boats are noisy and can be a little uncomfortable but they can also be lots of fun. They can be picked up at Chalong Pier or Rawai bay but are best only used in calm waters and for short hops. Do check life jackets and shade is available before you leave.
