Phuket & Krabi Travel Guide

Five days covers the main highlights, and seven days is the more practical choice for both destinations. Three days is tight, and fourteen days is usually too long unless you add rest days or slower beach stays.

Indian ordinary-passport holders can enter for tourism without a visa for up to 30 days, under the scheme effective 15 September 2026. Confirm the current rules with the official sources before you travel, and read the [visa guide](/visa/phuket-krabi-visa-for-indians/).

November to March has the lowest rainfall and suits island trips best. It is also the high season, so book early. From May to October rain is frequent, and September is the wettest month.

Direct services are available from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, with flight times of about four and a half hours. Airlines and schedules can change, so check them at the time of booking.

Yes, beaches, pools and short boat trips can suit families. Check sea conditions, transfer times and age restrictions for each activity, and plan rest time during the hottest part of the day.

Indian restaurants are available in major tourist areas such as Patong, Kata, Phuket Town and Ao Nang. Choice is more limited outside the resort centres, so check the location of restaurants when you choose a hotel.

No separate permit is generally needed for ordinary tourist visits. Some national-park sites and marine excursions may need an entry fee or operator-arranged access, so confirm these with your planner.

It can be, if the trip uses comfortable road transfers and accessible hotels. Steep viewpoints, uneven paths, speedboats and wet landings may be unsuitable for some, so tell your planner about any mobility needs.