Apart from the beautiful and pristine beaches, Phuket is home to vivid green Mangroves. Read on to know what to do and see in enchanting Phuket Mangroves. When we see the tourist guides and ads about Thailand and, more importantly, about Phuket, all we come across are the images of beautiful, pristine beaches. But Phuket is hiding a gem in itself that is the lush green Mangroves. Even though the mud of the coasts produces short trees which are not very grand or majestic but one cannot deny their importance in developing the landscape and coastal ecology of Phuket. And the Mangroves had shown their importance in avoiding the serious damage during the tsunami of 2004 when it acted as a natural barrier for the humongous sea waves. They are known to filter water impurities, and their roots are capable of holding a large amount of water. So, what can visitors do for fun in these Mangroves? Let’s find out. Mountain Biking. If you want to catch in all the natural and scenic beauty that Phuket and Mangroves offer, then there is no better way of doing it than biking or cycling. If you know cycling, then you could enjoy the offbeat parts of Phuket, which do not get a mention in tourist guide books. Travel companies organize these biking trips with a lightweight mountain bike and an English-speaking guide, snacks and water. These trips are for half-a-day, and you can choose from either “Northern trails” or “Northern and Southern trails”. Nature Safari. If you have a few days to spare and you want to enjoy the glories of Phuket unhurriedly, then you can opt for a multi-day safari. You can spend time exploring the river that goes through the Mangroves on a dingy with a motor. You can do birdwatching, explore various creeks and get a chance to be in the lap of nature. ATV tours. The ATV discovery tours are famous among tourists who want to explore this part of Phuket. The tour starts at the ATV camp situated in the Thalang district. You start your tour with a rubber plantations and untouched deserted beaches. The sight of mesmerizing Mangroves that come out sand with twisted stilt resembling roots. The fun part of these ATV tours is driving them in a bit of challenging terrain along the beaches. So, would you like to visit Phuket’s Mangroves on your next trip to Thailand?
