Joanna James
The drop of tropical paradise lying amidst the Andaman Sea, Phuket is an island renowned for its picture-postcard beaches. Besides the breathtaking beauty, these golden-hued sands also offer a wealth of exhilarating water sports, adding a dose of fun and thrills to your tropical island getaway.
Channel some 007 vibes and whizz across the turquoise waters at hair-raising speeds on a motorised sea monster, aka a jet ski. Affording all the exhilaration one can imagine relishing in the tropical blue, hearing the name "jet ski" alone will press the buttons of an adrenaline junkie. As exciting as it sounds, it is vital that you have the proper protective gear on and keep your speed under controllable levels to make sure that you get back ashore safe and sound to enjoy the rest of your vacation.
Water sports in Phuket are not only meant for daredevils; the laid-back folks also have a fair share of activities to revel in. Just as the name gives it away, riding the banana-shaped inflatable boat is something that every family who is headed to Phuket on vacay is looking forward to. A single boat can accommodate up to 6 people while a twin boat allows up to 12, which makes for a jolly good family activity that is bound to treat you with some delightful memories to take back home.
Your Phuket bucket list would never be complete without some snorkelling or scuba diving, especially if you are staying at one of the finest Phuket resorts with the likes of Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, where you are bound to be offered the opportunity to avail yourself of snorkelling and probably scuba diving excursions as well. So, put yourself in a snorkelling or diving suit and hit the turquoise blue waters to feast your eyes on the wondrous treasures of the world underwater.
Why limit your fun to water when you can take it to the skies! Not one for the faint-hearted, parasailing involves attaching yourself to a parachute and being pulled by a speed boat, allowing you to fly above the turquoise blue waters of the Andaman Sea. Take in the incredible bird's-eye view of the picturesque Phuket coastline and make sure to take your camera with you on the heart-stopping ride as it treats you with ample photo ops for some drool-worthy Instagram snaps.
Not one for daring and adventurous water sports? Treat yourself to a little sightseeing while indulging in some light-hearted kayaking. Hop in a kayak and explore the stunning coastline of Phuket, paddling around the golden-hued shores at your own pace. Soak up the awe-inspiring views as you meander inshore and lose yourself in the relaxing mellow vibes.
A true believer that the pen is a mighty weapon, ventures into reaching the minds of every reader with the earnest hope of leaving an indelible stream of thought.
A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
