Go kart
Bring out your inner Michael Schumacher with a spin around the
600m track of Patong Go-Kart Speedway, 118/5 Vichitsongkram Rd,
Kathu - at the base of Patong Hill.
Bungy jump
There are two places in Phuket where you can hurl yourself from
great heights and live to tell your friends about it, with the help
of a bungee cord: Jungle Bungy Jump in Kathu District promises to
give you "The best fun you can have with your pants on!"
- a jump from 50m tower over water.
World Bungy Patong, meanwhile, claims to be Southern Thailand's
highest bungy. Located on Soi Kepsap, 2 Sai Namyen Rd, Patong Beach.
 Bowling
Bowling is a popular pastime in Phuket, and there are no less than
5 bowling alleys on the island, with 2-3 more planned to open soon.
Patong: Ocean Plaza Bowling, Bangla Rd;
Rock & Bowl, Sai Nam Yen Rd.
Phuket City: CS Bowl, Big C Supercenter;
Ocean Bowling, Ocean Shopping Mall;
Pearl Bowling Lanes, intersection of Montri and Phang-nga roads.
Elephant Trekking
Thailand's deforestation has not been kind to its famous beast,
and the elephant population is now at a critically low level. Formerly
used to fell logs and battle on the front lines in times of war,
the Thai elephant is still expected to "earn its keep"
to survive. The tourism trade is a way to protect the lives of the
elephants while providing the means to satisfy their enormous appetites.
Riding the back of an elephant and seeing the grace, dexterity
and "personality" of the giant beast up close is an experience
that is not soon forgotten. Just be sure to use only the services
of an operation that looks after the health and wellbeing of its
animals, as there are some in Phuket that clearly fail to properly
care for their elephants.
Cooking
The exotic flavours of Thai cuisine have captured the attention
of food lovers throughout the world, and there's no better way to
learn the art of Thai cooking than with some local chefs. Many classes
also offer the chance to shop for all the fresh ingredients in local
markets.
 ATV
/ Bicycle Riding
Exploring the interior with an all-terrain vehicle is a fun and
exciting way to see some of the hidden gems of the island - rubber
plantations, forests, lakes and lovely beaches. A quieter alternative
is to explore by bicycle, on a tour that takes you through local
villages and nature sites alike.
Mini Golf
Fire-breathing dragons, an active volcano, T-Rex and Brontosaurus
replicas and eerie jungle sounds make for an exciting round of mini-golf!
Dino Park Mini Golf is great fun for the whole family. The Jurassic-themed
restaurant and bar are perfect for a post-game drink or meal. Watch
out for the hungry elephant.
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