For our port of call at Phuket, Thailand, the ship had tendered out at sea instead of docking at a pier like in Port Klang. To get to the mainland, you will need to secure a tender ticket for a boat to the Phuket beach. There are several timings available and each boat interval takes about 5-10 minutes. If you had booked a shore excursion like what we did, then they will arrange for you to meet your guide at a designated area and all the boat arrangements would already have been made.
The transfer to the mainland was a rather quick ride – about 5-8 minutes. Along the way, you will be able to see the local sampans as well as private yachts all along Phuket beach. Keep your tour sticker on or else once you arrive at the pier, you will be mobbed by touts selling their Phuket tour packages.
We had to walk a short distance to our tour bus for our shore excursion. There are many interesting sights along the beach as well e.g. mobile massage and manicure/pedicure tents. Do note that those colorful beach chairs are not free though – staff will come around to collect their rental fees.
This is Part I of III of our shore excursion at Phuket. Stay tune for more…
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Sounds like a great trip!
Some of the beaches there have problems with jellyfish, so check before you go wandering on a beach!
I note you book the cruise excursion at phuket…was it worth it? Do you believe it’s safe to do it on your own like take a taxi and go around? Can I expect to get a taxi easily?
Not worth it at all – if u r first-timer to phuket, suggest just walk around Phuket town for some cheap food and shopping and water activities instead – a lot of time was spent travelling during this tour.
What did you visit in phuket? Is phuket town within walking distance from the port or do we need to pick a cab? Is it safe to walk?
We didnt have time to visit Phuket town – its within walking distance n shld be quite safe.
Thailand is one of my favorite countries to visit. Lots of beautiful beaches especially near Phuket. I didn’t spend much time in that city, but it looks like you had a nice day trip.
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Spent my honeymoon in Phuket and now live in Khon Kaen. Love Thailand
Thanks for the write-up on Phuket. I am taking a Royal Caribbean Cruise, where we’ll have a chance to visit Phuket. May I ask where in Phuket the ship will dock? Thanks.
The ship does not dock at Phuket – it is tendered (meaning it is anchored in mid-sea off the Phuket coast) and there are boats that ship passengers to the coast.
Thanks so much. Will that be in Patong Beach, then?
Truly appreciate your blog, this is so very informative. Very much excited to be in the cruise with your worthwhile experiences, vividly told in words and photos. Keep on keeping up!
Hi Elizabeth – yes the ship will be tendered off Patong Beach. Thanks for reading this blog
Thank you nice article. I am someone who really love phuket. Last month I’ve been to Surin Beach and like this place very much because this beach is quiet, white beaches and crystal clear waters. Surin Bay Inn is the great accommodation, i stay here. It’s just like a happy family, everyone there is so nice and hospital.
I am sure, i will come back. SEE YOU PHUKET
Thank you nice article. I am someone who really love phuket. Last month I’ve been to Surin Beach and like this place very much because this beach is quiet, white beaches and crystal clear waters. Surin Bay Inn is the great accommodation, i stay here. It’s just like a happy family, everyone there is so nice and hospital.
I am sure, i will come back. SEE YOU PHUKET
Nice Article!, I have gone to Phuket on last year and stayed at Villa Sanyanga, this is a luxury villa for rent in Surin Beach Phuket. There are six bedroom, which can sleep up to 14 guests.
I thinks this is a wonderful villa for me and it will be the best choice for you, your family and friends.
I really love phuket. Let’ go to phuket. Have a nice weekend.
Thank you for nice post. Phuket island has so many fantastic beaches which will make a lot of attention from the tourists who visit the island.
I never go Phuket before but I really like the fresh air, with sand, beautiful sky and sea. I hope I will come once. And you article is very nice
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