Spent three days in Phuket, and my spending mindset completely collapsed

🌴Phuket August adventure guide! Summer-exclusive activities in this tropical paradise are here～

Location

Phuket, the "Andaman Pearl"🏝️, though it occasionally rains in August, boasts crystal-clear waters and fewer tourists, offering great value! Choose between the lively and tranquil vibes of the three main beaches (Patong, Karon, Kata), enjoy the full Southeast Asian charm of Phuket Town, and the jellyfish sea at the nearby islands is breathtaking～

🏖️Three-day adventure itinerary

Day 1: Island Lover’s Carnival

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Morning: Head straight to Emperor Island for snorkeling🤿! The coral reefs and fish under the glass-clear sea are dreamy. Remember to book the speedboat in advance (choose a reputable company to avoid overloading).

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Noon: Bargain for fresh-caught lobster🦞 at Rawai Seafood Market, haggling down to half price is standard, and the “Your Kitchen” on the second floor does an amazing job cooking it.

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Evening: Order a Mojito at Patong Bar Street and enjoy live music, then party till dawn with the laser show at Illuzion nightclub.

Day 2: Culture + Sunset Highlights

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Morning: Visit Chalong Temple to shoot stunning photos of the golden pagoda in traditional Thai attire (free entry!), remember to wear knee-covering clothes.

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Noon: Eat Go Benz pork ribs rice in Phuket Old Town, Michelin-recognized for its tender, flavorful meat, paired perfectly with iced Thai milk tea.

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Evening: Secure a spot at the cliffside restaurant on Promthep Cape, and capture iconic sunset silhouette photos in bright dresses🌅.

Day 3: Jungle and Night Market

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Morning: Zipline through the rainforest with Flying Hanuman, known for high safety standards.

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Afternoon: Learn to surf at Kata Beach🏄, the small waves are perfect for beginners.

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Evening: Explore the weekend night market, indulge in fiery volcanic ribs and mango sticky rice, and don’t forget to bargain for handicrafts.

🔥Must-visit checklist

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Promthep Cape: Free entry! The whirlpool on the cliff at sunset is stunning, arrive before 5 PM to claim your spot.

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Two Brothers Seafood: Salt and pepper mantis shrimp as big as your arm, so fresh you’ll lick your fingers.

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Phuket Old Town: Colorful Portuguese-style buildings and the same Fujian noodle shop featured in "Love," better for photos during the day.

🏨Accommodation recommendations

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Kata Thani Coast Pool Villa: Private beach + infinity pool, perfect for honeymooners🌊 (Trip.com price about ¥2000/night).

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WOO Gallery Hotel Phuket Town: A favorite for artsy travelers! Wooden vintage style + super convenient for walking to the night market (¥500+/night).

🚌Transportation tips

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Day 1: Book Emperor Island speedboat round trip on Trip.com (includes hotel transfers), bargain tuk-tuk rides to the night market down to 150 baht.

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Day 2: Rent a scooter to circle the island (300 baht/day), parking at Promthep Cape costs 20 baht.

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Day 3: Use Grab to get to the night market, 30% cheaper than taxis.

📸Photo spots

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Kata View Point: Three-level viewing platform with panoramic views of the three bays.

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Giant Rock Beach Swing: Instagram-worthy sea view swing, entrance fee 200 baht but every shot is a masterpiece.

🍜Food highlights

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Tom Yum Soup: Kaab Gluay’s sour, spicy, and coconut-flavored broth with springy shrimp.

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Mango Sticky Rice: After Beach Bar’s sticky rice drizzled with coconut milk, a perfect blend of sweet and salty.

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Fujian Fried Noodles: Old Phuket Town classic, bright red shrimp broth base with stir-fried squid, full of wok hei.

💰Three-day expenses summary

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Accommodation for 2 nights: ¥2500 (mix of villa + artsy hotel)

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Food: ¥1200 (seafood feasts + night market snacks galore)

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Activities: ¥1800 (snorkeling + ziplining + scooter rental)

Feels like burning money but every penny is worth it! After all, the joy of seeing clownfish while diving is priceless～

⚠️Hard-earned tips

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Always bargain for tuk-tuk rides! Don’t pay more than 200 baht for trips within 3 km.

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Reapply sunscreen every hour! I was lazy and ended up a red crab🦀 in one day.

Absolutely in love with Emperor Island’s jellyfish sea! But the rainy season boat trips were so rough I questioned my life… Also, haggling at Banzaan Market was exhausting, but the stuffed lobster made it all worthwhile!

Any pros have hidden tips? Drop them in the comments～