Paddle Through Paradise: John Gray's Sea Canoe

Getting There

• Tuk-Tuk

  To get to John Gray's Sea Canoe from Patong Beach, first find a tuk-tuk. You can find tuk-tuks at designated stands or flag one down on the street. Negotiate the fare before starting your ride, which should be around 800-1,200 THB. Once you’re in, tell the driver you want to go to 'Pa Klok, Thalang District' and specify 'John Gray's Sea Canoe'. The driver will navigate through the main roads and drop you off near the location.

• Songthaew

  From Kata Beach, walk to the main road and find a songthaew heading towards Phuket Town. Pay the fare (around 30-50 THB). Once you reach Phuket Town, transfer to another songthaew heading towards Thalang. Inform the driver to drop you off at 'Pa Klok'. The total ride may take about an hour. After getting off, you may need to walk or take a local tuk-tuk for the last few minutes to reach John Gray's Sea Canoe.

• Taxi

  If you're in the Karon area, you can book a taxi through a ride-sharing app or find one at a taxi stand. Provide the driver with the address: '80/25-28 หมู่ 6 อ่าวปอ Pa Klok, Thalang District'. Expect to pay around 600-800 THB, and the journey will take approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Public Bus

  From Phuket Town, you can catch a public bus heading towards the north of the island. Get on at the main bus terminal. The bus will take you close to Thalang. When you arrive at the Thalang area, you may need to catch a local tuk-tuk to reach John Gray's Sea Canoe. Make sure to ask the bus conductor to inform you when you reach the stop closest to Pa Klok.