Explore on your own rating
Patong is easy by tender; elsewhere needs taxis or tours.
Where ships dock
- Tender to Patong Bay (most ships)
- Deep Sea Port at Ao Makham (some ships; about 22 km from Patong)
Getting to town
Patong tenders land roughly 1.5 km from the beach strip. From the Deep Sea Port, Patong is 30–40 minutes by taxi.
Taxis and tuk-tuks; agree prices first. Boat tours go to Phang Nga Bay.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Thai baht (THB).
Entry: U.S. citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism for up to 30 days (effective Sept 15, 2026, per the Royal Thai Embassy). All travelers, including by sea, must complete the online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival. (Checked Oct 2026.)
Top sights nearby
- Phang Nga Bay (tour)
- Big Buddha
- Phuket Old Town
Beaches
- Patong
- Kata and Karon
Safety & tips
- Agree tuk-tuk prices first.
- Dress modestly at temples.
- Watch for rip currents in monsoon season.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Tender lines grow late in the day. Leave 60 minutes.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.