One sensation of Phuket is the Big Buddha. Built from white marble, the statue rises 45 m high and is 25 m wide. It is visible from almost every point of the Thai island. A must-see for every tourist – that is why the Big Buddha is your first stop in the south of Phuket. You will reach him at about 3 p.m. and enjoy the best view over Phuket. (From your Khao Lak hotel, it takes around 2–3 hours to reach the first stop)

Then, around 1 hour later, you will arrive at the weekend market. Its official name is Naka Market. It is the biggest one in Phuket. Some people say it equals a hidden treasure full of shopping opportunities and culinary delights. Here you will find a wide range of souvenirs, clothing, shoes, bags and DVDs.

And if all that shopping has made you hungry? Then taste your way through the numerous Thai delicacies that Naka Market has to offer.

Experience a lively and fascinating day at Naka Market until 8:00 p.m. and head back to Khao Lak at around 10:00 p.m.