Activities in Rawai, Phuket and the surrounding Islands
There is so much to do in Rawai, Phuket and at the Mangosteen Resort!
Phuket offers an amazing variety of possible activities and if you for example stay one week on the Island, it is impossible to do and see all. Depending on weather and season, there are many beautiful Island excursions on offer, towards the open sea, where you can do great snorkeling or diving or towards Phangna Bay, where the famous limestone rocks and caves are waiting for you (Mr. James Bond 007 is hidden somewhere). There are hundreds of tour operators and many websites nowadays, trying to sell these excursions online. We would however not recommend booking any of these trips in advance. The quality of operations varies greatly, some are cheap, but you get what you paid for, some have strange cancellation policies. For example, in case of bad weather, there would be no refunds. Reserving once you are on the Island makes a lot more sense, so don’t worry, all the tours can be booked just one day in advance, once you arrived at the Mangosteen.
Phuket is famous for great seafood, shopping, nightlife and shows. The offer just got larger and larger in recent years, offering an activity for anybody, no matter what the preferences are. When staying at the Mangosteen Ayurveda & Wellness Resort, guests are enjoying proximity to almost all must-see locations on the Island.
Points of interest nearby the Mangosteen Resort:
- Promthep Cape Sunset Viewpoint
- Nai Harn Beach
- Ya Nui Beach
- Ao Saen Beach
- Kata Beach
- Big Buddha of Phuket
- Chalong Temple
- Chalong Pier
- Rawai Beach
- Rawai Sea Gypsy Village and Seafood Market
- Rawai, local restaurants and shops
- Phuket Old Town, Sunday Walking Street
- Local Markets
- Kata Viewpoint, Windmill Viewpoint
- Central Floresta & Festival Shopping
Inhouse activities
The Mangosteen Resort is an Ayurveda & Wellness Resort and a lot of activities are included in our retreat packages. Of course, every guest staying with us has the chance to join. Our regular program includes:
- Daily morning and afternoon Yoga
- Sound healing therapies
- Singing bowls meditation sessions
- Meditation sessions at a local Buddhist temple
- Morning or evening hikes to nearby viewpoints
- Zumba lessons, Muay Thai Boxing, others.
Please contact our Spa if you wish to join any of these activities and check the updated schedule here.
Thai Cooking Classes
Thai food is famous around the World and with Asia shops mushrooming in almost every country and city worldwide, more and more people like to cook some of the tasteful and spicy dishes at home. Book a Thai Cooking Class with our Chef and learn by doing. See Thai Cooking Class pictures!
Animal Towel Folding Classes
Maybe you have seen the monkey in your villa? Would you like to learn from our housekeeping team, how to fold these animals? Join the fun at Reception, free of charge, every Wednesday 3 – 4 pm.
