{"id":1520,"date":"2015-12-02T15:26:46","date_gmt":"2015-12-02T07:26:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.villa-phuket.com\/?p=1520"},"modified":"2025-07-09T23:19:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T15:19:10","slug":"phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/12\/phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers","title":{"rendered":"Phuket Travel Guide: 7 Must-do Activities for First-time Travellers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Embarking on your very first trip to this island? Our\u00a0handy beginner&#8217;s Phuket travel guide will have you exploring the island like a pro. Also, help ensure\u00a0that you don&#8217;t miss out on any\u00a0must-do activities!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 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\/12\/phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers\/#Spend_an_evening_at_the_beach\" >Spend&nbsp;an evening at the beach<\/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\/12\/phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers\/#Snorkeling\" >Snorkeling<\/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\/12\/phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers\/#Enjoy_a_traditional_Thai_massage_treatment\" >Enjoy a traditional Thai massage treatment<\/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\/12\/phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers\/#Try_out_a_session_of_fish_spa\" >Try out a session of fish spa<\/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\/12\/phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers\/#Try_the_local_street_food\" >Try the local street food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/12\/phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers\/#Feast_on_authentic_Thai_fare\" >Feast on authentic Thai fare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/12\/phuket-travel-guide-7-must-do-activities-for-first-time-travellers\/#Visit_the_local_temples\" >Visit the local temples<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spend_an_evening_at_the_beach\"><\/span>Spend&nbsp;an evening at the beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.villa-phuket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/Phuket-beach-sunset.jpg\" alt=\"Phuket beach sunset\" class=\"wp-image-1550\" style=\"width:742px;height:auto\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Phuket&#8217;s gorgeous coasts and picturesque coastal scenery provide a great setting. Either for a romantic evening by the beach, a merry\u00a0family gathering, and even a night of rowdy beachside fun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Got plans for an intimate evening with that special someone? You won&#8217;t go wrong with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/03\/dining-by-the-sea-phukets-best-beachfront-restaurants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seaside dining<\/a><\/strong>. Travelling with your little ones? Make your way to one of the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/05\/family-fun-in-the-tropics-phukets-kid-friendly-beaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">kid-friendly beaches<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>on the island. Up for some hardcore partying? A night of revelry awaits at one of these <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2023\/03\/phukets-best-8-beachfront-nightspots-not-to-be-missed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">trendy beachfront nightspots<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Snorkeling\"><\/span>Snorkeling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Phuket&#8217;s warm tropical weather, clear seas and vibrant marine life makes the island a paradise for avid snorkelers. The best months for <strong>snorkeling<\/strong> are between November to April when the sea is at its calmest. Alas, the activity itself can be done throughout the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, do take extra caution during the months of May to October, as there may be strong undercurrents along the west coasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Laem Singh Beach, Ao Sane, Kata Noi, Paradise Beach and Ya Nui are popular snorkeling spots. You&#8217;re not limited to inland locations;\u00a0the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/09\/off-shore-attractions-introducing-islands-near-phuket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">offshore islands<\/a> surrounding Phuket offer plenty of excellent snorkeling spots too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enjoy_a_traditional_Thai_massage_treatment\"><\/span>Enjoy a traditional Thai massage treatment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.villa-phuket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/traditional-Thai-massage.jpg\" alt=\"traditional Thai massage\" class=\"wp-image-1551\" style=\"width:744px;height:auto\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>A traditional Thai massage treatment<\/strong>\u00a0may seem intimidating, even to those accustomed to massage treatments. All that stretching, pulling and cracking of one&#8217;s knuckles doesn&#8217;t\u00a0give the impression that a\u00a0massage\u00a0treatment could be anything close to being enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, don&#8217;t be too quick to judge &#8211; wait till you&#8217;ve undergone your first treatment. You may find that the knots in your body have melted away under the touch of the massage therapist, along with stiff joints, tense muscles and other body pains. In short, you&#8217;re actually feeling really, really good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thai massage is an ancient healing system that combines&nbsp;acupressure techniques, Indian ayurvedic principles and yoga postures. It is also commonly known as &#8216;yoga massage&#8217;, as the treatment can be considered as a form of assisted yoga. Unlike most other massage treatments, no massage oils or lotions are used, and you&#8217;ll be asked&nbsp;to change into loose-fitting clothes before the session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting from your feet, the therapist will work his or her way up to your head. Be prepared\u00a0to let your body be stretched, rocked, compressed, rubbed, and even walked over. Fingers, toes and ears will be pulled, and knuckles cracked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If this sounds like a painful ordeal, don&#8217;t worry &#8211; for it doesn&#8217;t have to be. If the therapist exerts too much force for your liking, just let him or her know that you prefer a gentler pressure for your treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like yoga, it helps if you stay relaxed and synchronise your breathing. Work with your therapist as she pulls your body into a stretch, and time your inhalations&nbsp;and exhalations to be in sync with&nbsp;her breathing patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_out_a_session_of_fish_spa\"><\/span>Try out a session of fish spa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.villa-phuket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/fish-spa.jpg\" alt=\"fish spa\" class=\"wp-image-1552\" style=\"width:750px;height:auto\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve been traveling in Phuket for at least a couple of days, chances are that you would&#8217;ve caught sight of locals or travellers enjoying a session of <strong>fish spa<\/strong>. It presents a rather curious sight; individuals sit in a row on cushioned seats, their feet submerged in rectangular tanks. The water level in the tanks rise up to their knees, and a swarm of fishes nibble eagerly at the feet and legs of these individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The garra rufa fishes, also known as doctor fish, are excellent providers of skin exfoliation services as they nibble away at dead skin. Letting a school of fishes swim right up for a nip&nbsp;as you dip your limbs into the water may seem like a frightening thought, but rest assured that this spa session&nbsp;is far from painful. In fact, you may need to hold your laughter&nbsp;during this&nbsp;ticklish experience!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_the_local_street_food\"><\/span>Try the local street food<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.villa-phuket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Isaan-Thai-Food.jpg\" alt=\"Isaan Thai Food\" class=\"wp-image-1516\" style=\"width:758px;height:auto\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Shun the touristy restaurants or eateries dishing out plates of &#8220;authentic&#8221; Thai food. It has flavours and spices watered down to cater to foreign tastebuds. Instead, <strong>dine as the locals do, by enjoying a spread of street food delights<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Myriad food stalls and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/01\/phuket-street-food-guide-street-food-vendors-101\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">street food vendors<\/a> sell a plethora of savoury fare and sweet treats! Planning your meals will be a breeze as this means that you&#8217;ve got the mains and desserts covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not quite sure of how to kickstart your exploration of local fare? Have a look at our street food\u00a0Phuket travel guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/01\/phuket-street-food-guide-ten-must-try-dishes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ten must-try dishes<\/a>\u00a0in Phuket!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Feast_on_authentic_Thai_fare\"><\/span>Feast on authentic Thai fare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When in Rome, do as the locals do;<strong> make Thai fare your\u00a0cuisine of choice for a decadent dinner<\/strong>. What&#8217;s not to love about Thai? The diversity in flavours of the local dishes means that your palate will get a good workout as it discerns sweet, sour, spicy and savoury tastes in one mouthful. Start off your gastronomic adventure by eating your way through our list of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/07\/go-local-5-phuket-restaurants-for-an-authentic-thai-feast\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">five restaurants well-known for its authentic local fare<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_the_local_temples\"><\/span>Visit the local temples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Embark on a cultural discovery as your<strong> explore the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/magazine\/2015\/09\/wats-and-more-must-see-temples-in-phuket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mystical temples on the island<\/a><\/strong>. Our top spot in Phuket travel guide is the renowned <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Phuket_Big_Buddha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Buddha<\/a><\/strong>, an attraction not to be missed; the magnificent statue stands at a towering height of forty-five metres upon the peak of Mt. Nagakerd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set away from the crowded areas of Phuket, the grounds of the temple emit a tranquil vibe. Dharma music play softly in the background, its soothing tunes blending in seamlessly with the sound of ringing bells and flags flapping in the wind. The elevated position of the temple puts visitors in a prime spot perfect for enjoying panoramic views over the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">See our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-phuket.com\/\">villas in Phuket<\/a><\/strong>. 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