North Phuket Private Tour: Sunrise, Plane Beach & Banana Beach
This six-hour private route with a Russian-speaking guide takes you north for some of the most memorable photos of your holiday. Watch the sky change colour at Samet Nangshe, stand on the beach as airliners roar just above your head, swim in the clear water of Banana Beach and enjoy lunch among the lotuses at Ma Doo Bua.
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Program and price
North Phuket
Start time: 7:00–9:00 am. Bring water and sunscreen.
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- Hotel pickup
- Sunrise at the Samet Nangshe viewpoint
- Plane beach with airliners flying overhead
- Swimming and relaxing at Banana Beach
- Lunch at Ma Doo Bua café with lotus lake views
- Buddhist temple visit
Included
- ✓Hotel pickup by car
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
Sunrise at Samet Nangshe
The day begins at the Samet Nangshe viewpoint, where the dawn sky slowly fills with soft pastel shades. It is a quiet, almost meditative moment and a perfect setting for a photo shoot before the heat of the day sets in.
Planes and a hidden beach
Next you head to the famous plane beach, where airliners pass so low overhead that every landing becomes a dramatic shot. After the adrenaline, Banana Beach offers the opposite mood: a secluded spot surrounded by lush nature, with crystal-clear water where you can swim and simply unwind.
Lunch at Ma Doo Bua and a temple
Lunch is at Ma Doo Bua, a colourful café known for tasty food and a view over a lake covered with lotuses — one of the most photographed places on the route. The tour ends with a visit to a Buddhist temple, where you get a glimpse of Thailand's spiritual culture with the guide's commentary.
Who will love this route
It suits travellers who want striking sunrise photos and unusual shots on the plane beach, and couples looking for romantic moments on secluded beaches and in picturesque cafés. Those interested in culture will appreciate the temple, beach lovers will enjoy the calm and clear water of Banana Beach, and food lovers will be happy with the cuisine and views at Ma Doo Bua.
Practical details
Pickup from your hotel is between 7:00 and 9:00 in the morning, and the whole tour takes about six hours. The price is for a private car for up to four people and includes a Russian-speaking guide. Bring drinking water, sunscreen and swimwear for Banana Beach. Our GoGo Phuket manager will help you pick a date via chat or WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
What time does the North Phuket tour start?+
Pickup from your hotel is between 7:00 and 9:00 in the morning, and the tour lasts about six hours.
Can we swim during the tour?+
Yes, Banana Beach has crystal-clear water and is the swimming stop of the day, so pack your swimwear.
Where do we have lunch?+
At Ma Doo Bua café, known for tasty dishes and a view of a lake with lotuses, which is also a great photo spot.
Is the tour good for couples?+
Very much so: sunrise at Samet Nangshe, secluded beaches and a picturesque café make it a romantic day for two.
How many people can go?+
The price is per private car for up to four people and already includes a Russian-speaking guide.
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