Racha Islands
Phuket, Thailand • INR 4341 - INR 44772 approx.• 
Underrated
UnderratedPhuket, Thailand
• INR 4341 - INR 44772Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
24°C – 31°C, warm and dry with clear skies, low chance of rain, ideal for beach and underwater activities, high crowds, peak season
24°C – 31°C, warm and dry with clear skies, low chance of rain, ideal for beach and underwater activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Walking on uneven sand, steps, boat transfers required, not accessible.
Walking on uneven sand, steps, boat transfers required, not accessible.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews on crowds versus the overall beauty.
Mixed reviews on crowds versus the overall beauty.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the pristine beaches and clear waters. Perfect for a day of bliss.
Stunning Waters
Visitors found the snorkeling amazing, with clear waters and vibrant marine life.
Beautiful Beaches
Couples enjoyed the white sand beaches. Ideal for a relaxing day trip from Phuket.
Too Crowded
Couples found Batok Bay very crowded with day-trippers. Less privacy during peak times.
Overpriced Tours
Some couples felt the tour packages were overpriced, given the crowds.
Commercial Feel
Travelers felt the experience was a bit commercialized, with pushy vendors.
Hours of operation
Monday
07:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Tuesday
07:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Wednesday
07:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Thursday
07:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Friday
07:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Saturday
07:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Sunday
07:00 AM - 04:30 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
HIGH
24-32°C
Generally sunny and warm with very low rainfall, perfect for outdoor and water activities.
Generally sunny and warm with very low rainfall, perfect for outdoor and water activities.
Open
Boat trips and accommodations remain fully operational with advance bookings recommended.
Boat trips and accommodations remain fully operational with advance bookings recommended.
Recommended
February maintains excellent conditions for visiting Racha Islands with minimal rain and warm temperatures, attracting many tourists especially for diving and snorkeling.
February maintains excellent conditions for visiting Racha Islands with minimal rain and warm temperatures, attracting many tourists especially for diving and snorkeling.
March
MEDIUM
25-33°C
Hotter weather with slightly increased chance of short rain showers, still mostly dry and suitable for outdoor activities.
Hotter weather with slightly increased chance of short rain showers, still mostly dry and suitable for outdoor activities.
Open
Normal availability of tours and accommodation; some flexibility in bookings.
Normal availability of tours and accommodation; some flexibility in bookings.
Recommended
March is a warm month with low to moderate rainfall, making it a good time to explore the islands with somewhat fewer crowds than peak months.
March is a warm month with low to moderate rainfall, making it a good time to explore the islands with somewhat fewer crowds than peak months.
April
MEDIUM
26-34°C
Hot and humid with increasing chance of rain showers, but still feasible for beach and snorkeling activities.
Hot and humid with increasing chance of rain showers, but still feasible for beach and snorkeling activities.
Open
All services available; weather-dependent activity scheduling recommended.
All services available; weather-dependent activity scheduling recommended.
Recommended
April sees rising temperatures and humidity with a higher chance of rain, yet remains a viable month for visiting with fewer tourists than peak season.
April sees rising temperatures and humidity with a higher chance of rain, yet remains a viable month for visiting with fewer tourists than peak season.
May
LOW
26-32°C
Hot and humid with frequent heavy showers as the southwest monsoon begins. Sea conditions can be rough, and visibility for snorkeling/diving may be reduced.
Hot and humid with frequent heavy showers as the southwest monsoon begins. Sea conditions can be rough, and visibility for snorkeling/diving may be reduced.
Open
Some boat services may be reduced or canceled in rough weather. Activities like snorkeling/diving can be affected by poor sea conditions.
Some boat services may be reduced or canceled in rough weather. Activities like snorkeling/diving can be affected by poor sea conditions.
Not recommended
May marks the start of low season with decreased crowds and lower prices, but weather is less predictable and some activities may be impacted by rain and rough seas.
May marks the start of low season with decreased crowds and lower prices, but weather is less predictable and some activities may be impacted by rain and rough seas.
How to get there
Ferry
Recommended
Bike
Boat
Bus
Car
Shuttle
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
