More Time for Cocktails with Your Own Private Driver in Phuket!

Diana Vidovic

Last updated 11 May 2020

You're on your Thai holiday, but you don't want to drive because:

You've had a few...
You don't trust your future self, that you won't have a few...
You've heard all the crazy Tuk Tuk and motorbike stories from uncle Dave...
You're on holidays, you ain't got time for that... c'mon!

Well you've come to the right place. Did you know, you can book a private driver for as little as $80 for half a day to take you and your mates around the island, to any place you want?! Luxury right!

Book a private driver

Book a private driver on Phuket!

Booking a private driver on Klook will give you the flexibility to plan out your holiday without having to worry about a DD (that's "Designated Driver").

You have the option to select between 4 to 12 hours and 2 to 3 days, as well as vehicle size from sedan to van (1 to 10 passengers). An experienced driver will tour you around the island and don't worry, all cars have air-con.

Alright, so now you've got your driver booked in, what are some of the things you should do?

1. Visit secret waterfalls

Ask your driver to take you to Kathu Waterfalls - a beautiful cascade of flowing water between Patong and Phuket Town and the highest point in Phuket! Expect a hard climb up to the top of the falls, but there are many drop pools along the way for you to take a break and cool off.

Address to tell your driver: Kathu Waterfalls, Kathu District, Phuket 83120, Thailand

2. Visit animal sanctuaries

There's no sitting or riding at this Elephant Sanctuary in Phuket - only mud spas, feeding time and showering with the rescued big grey mammals. The sanctuary's keepers will also inform guests of Elephant behavioural patterns and characteristics so you can get a better understanding of their trunk signals! If you're an animal lover, you'll really appreciate this place as a exemplary sanctuary against all the cruelty that occurs.

Address to tell your driver: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket Offices, 2/12 Moo6, Kathu sub-district, Kathu district, Phuket 83120

Book Elephant Sanctuary tickets here!

3. Catch the sunset at Windmill Point

If you want to catch the best views in Phuket, then you need to pop over to Windmill Point. Relax and listen to the waves crash against the shore while waiting for the sun to bid goodbye along the horizon. Be sure to tell your driver to head up there before 5pm to get the perfect viewing spot.

Address to tell your driver: Rawai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83100

Opening hours: 6am - 7pm daily

4. Cocktail-crawl and rooftop bars

Getting thirsty? After your romantic views, animal fun and waterfall chasing, you'll prob want to hit the town. This pub crawl will hit all the famous party spots on Bangla Street, with complimentary shots and fast track entry access!

Address to tell your driver: Thanon Bangla, Tambon Patong, Kathu District, Chang Wat Phuket - then head over to The Smiley Bar. The staff will be wearing a black shirt with Phuket Bar Crawl Thrilling Thai Tours.

Book the Patong Pub Crawl here!

If you're looking for something more peaceful, Baba Nest at Sri Panwa Phuket offers one of the best views with its 360-degree open deck surrounded by an infinity-edge pool! Toast to the sparkling Andaman sea as you watch the sun set. This bar is located at Cape Panwa on the Phuket East Coast, away from the hustle and bustle of the city and the overcrowded Patong beach.

Address to tell your driver: 88/5 Moo.8, Sakdidej Road, Tambon Vichit, Mueang Phuket District

Opening hours: Daily 5pm - 9pm

5. Watch a Cabaret Show

Glitz, glamour, glitter, glowing, Ga Ga - some of the terms that ring to mind when one thinks of Thai Cabaret. Expect to see the weird and wonderful: fabulous costumes, lady boys, OTT decor and stage props. It's Terrific with a capital T, especially with a couple of drinks (lucky you have that driver, eh eh).

The most popular is the Simon Cabaret Show in Patong - a little tricky to get to, so optimal that you have your transport sorted. You will watch acts combining burlesque, comedy, carnival, pop, Bollywood and of course, cross-dressing. If you're staying in Phuket Town, there is an adaption called the Simon Star Show which is just as good.

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