Getting Around Phuket
Car Rental Service
There are many international and local car rentals available on the island. Price depends on the size and brand of the car. MyAsianVilla.com can assist to hire the rental car for you at reasonable price. Please contact us at info@myasianvilla.com, tel: 66 (0) 76 235 355 7 or fax: 66 (0) 76 239 970.
Motorcycle taxis
It costs approximately 20 bahts / person / trip to travel around Phuket City. Alternatively, motorcycles can be rented from rental agencies located on Rasada Road or from several operators along beaches. The cost may vary from 150 bahts 300 bahts / day, depending on the number of cylinders.
Songthaeo and Tuk-Tuk
Songthaeos are operated along Ranong Road to several destinations on the beaches. The cost varies from approximately 20 baht to 25 baht / person / trip. Normally the service is provided from 7.00 a.m. until 5.00 p.m.
Tuk-Tuks can be chartered to the beach; however, the rates which can be negotiated are higher at 200 baht to Patong Beach, 230 bahts to Karon and Kata Beaches and 300 baht to Nai Han and Kamala Beaches. However, Tuk-Tuks drive around the town at the rate of 20 baht. It is best to negotiate your fare before you commence your trip as some drivers will try to include a large tip in the price. Taxi Meter
Visitors can call 076 232157-8 to get a metered taxi that will take them anywhere in Phuket. The metered fare will include a 20 baht surcharge.
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