{"id":1309,"date":"2015-09-25T09:01:15","date_gmt":"2015-09-25T01:01:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.villa-phuket.com\/?p=1309"},"modified":"2025-07-08T12:54:24","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T04:54:24","slug":"off-shore-attractions-introducing-islands-near-phuket","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/09\/off-shore-attractions-introducing-islands-near-phuket","title":{"rendered":"Off-shore Attractions: Introducing islands near Phuket"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There&#8217;s much to see and do in Phuket, but do not limit yourself only to attractions and activities on the island! Venture offshore, and embark on a\u00a0discovery trip to explore one of the many coastal gems, islands located near Phuket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/09\/off-shore-attractions-introducing-islands-near-phuket\/#Koh_Yao_Islands\" >Koh Yao Islands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/09\/off-shore-attractions-introducing-islands-near-phuket\/#Koh_Bon\" >Koh Bon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/09\/off-shore-attractions-introducing-islands-near-phuket\/#Raya_Island\" >Raya Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/09\/off-shore-attractions-introducing-islands-near-phuket\/#Koh_Sirey\" >Koh Sirey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/09\/off-shore-attractions-introducing-islands-near-phuket\/#Coral_Island\" >Coral Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Koh_Yao_Islands\"><\/span>Koh Yao Islands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Laem-Had-Beach-in-Koh-Yao-Yai-Island.jpg\" alt=\"Laem Had Beach in Koh Yao Yai Island\" class=\"wp-image-4378\" style=\"width:743px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Koh Yao Noi<\/strong> and <strong>Koh Yao Yai<\/strong> are a pair of islands set in the center of Phang Nga Bay. Most of the local population reside\u00a0on the latter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors make their way to the islands by taking long-tail boat rides from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.sg\/maps?q=bang+rong+pier&amp;es_sm=93&amp;biw=1093&amp;bih=514&amp;um=1&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=0CAcQ_AUoAWoVChMIg-T3kdWMyAIVSCKmCh35rA_R\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bang Rong Pier<\/a>, located at the eastern coast of Phuket. The boat will make a quick stop over at Koh Yao Yai, before crossing over to Koh Yao Noi. They are just eight minutes away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of these islands near Phuket is\u00a0great for a day getaway or weekend escape. Once on the island, you&#8217;ll quickly catch on to the<strong> laid-back vibes and relaxed pace<\/strong> of the island. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a drive on the quiet roads of the island. Let the scenery and serenity of the place clear the clutter in your mind. When in Rome, do as the Romans do &#8211; here, it means you&#8217;ll spend hours lounging lazily under breezy salas or upon a swaying hammock, whiling your time away in a leisurely manner, just as\u00a0the locals do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round out your day trip by knocking back ice-cold beers and sundowners by the beachfront bars. Tucking into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/07\/go-local-best-street-eats-in-phuket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thai feast<\/a> at one of the restaurants along the coastline is also a good idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Koh_Bon\"><\/span>Koh Bon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Located close to the southeast coast of Phuket, petite <strong>Koh Bon<\/strong> can easily be reached. Only a long-tail boat or speed boat ride is needed from any of Phuket&#8217;s main beaches in the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The quiet shores are perfect for a <strong>leisurely sunbathing session<\/strong>. Of course, away from the crowds. Arm yourself\u00a0with a refreshing coconut juice or ice-cold beer, as you watch the yacht and sailing boats lazily drift by. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beach-goers seeking activity may opt for a<strong> snorkeling<\/strong> or <strong>kayaking<\/strong> trip. Those hungry for a bite may indulge in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Restaurant_Review-g297934-d1109595-Reviews-Bon_Island_Restaurant-Rawai_Phuket.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beachside feast<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raya_Island\"><\/span>Raya Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Racha-Raya-Island-near-Phuket-Thailand.jpg\" alt=\"Racha (Raya) Island near Phuket, Thailand\" class=\"wp-image-4379\" style=\"width:744px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Raya Island<\/strong>, also known as Koh Racha, is made up of two islands: Koh Racha Noi and Koh Racha Yai. This island is a popular diving spot, drawing streams of avid divers with its clear waters and easy diving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be prepared to admire the island&#8217;s\u00a0paradisiacal beauty. You&#8217;ll be surrounded by beautiful blues, pristine shores and swaying coconut palms during your visit. Apart from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/phuketsnorkelingtours.com\/product\/racha-yai-snorkeling-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">snorkeling<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rayadivecenter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scuba-diving<\/a><\/strong>, visitors also hop over to\u00a0tranquil Raya Island especially if you like to escape the bustle of Phuket and Coral Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Koh_Sirey\"><\/span>Koh Sirey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Venture off the beaten path from Phuket\u2019s crowded coasts to her tranquil western shores. There lies <strong>Ko Siray Sea Gypsy Village<\/strong>, home to the Moken sea gypsies. Known as <em>\u2018chao ley\u2019<\/em> in local terms, they are believed to be the original inhabitants of Phuket. This quiet village emits <strong>a sense of peacefulness<\/strong> hardly found in other areas of the island. Take an exploratory stroll around the area! You will find little else apart from a couple of beachfront restaurants, and a handful of stalls selling pearl jewellery and seashells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a more insightful <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">exper<\/span>ience,\u00a0consider<strong> hiring a guide<\/strong> for your trip. Conversant in Thai, your guide will be able to strike up a conversation with the villagers. This will help you with more information about the lifestyles and culture of the locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coral_Island\"><\/span>Coral Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Coral-Islands-near-Phuket-Images-Courtesy-of-Phuket-Live-Website.jpg\" alt=\"Coral Islands near Phuket - Images Courtesy of Phuket Live Website\" class=\"wp-image-4377\" style=\"width:745px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pretty and picturesque, <strong>Coral Island<\/strong> is home to pristine white-sand shores and crystal-clear waters. A few minutes by speedboat from Chalong Bay will bring vacationers to these striking shores. <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">There are also affordable\u00a0<strong>snorkeling day trips<\/strong>, <\/span>making the island a popular choice for water sport enthusiasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a quiet,\u00a0laid-back evening with the coast empty of day-trippers, venture here during the late afternoon. You can also try to embark on a\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.easydaythailand.com\/phuket-island\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunset cruise<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">See our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">villas in Phuket<\/a><\/strong>. 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