Getting There
Although it is possible to get to Kamala, Phuket over land or water, the best way is to fly.
AIRPORT AND PIER TRANSFERS
It can take anywhere between 45 minutes to 1 hour to reach Kamala from Phuket International Airport depending on traffic. Ministry of Villas can arrange a chauffeur to greet you upon arrival and escort you to your villa.
AIRPORT TAXI
Alternatively, there is a taxi desk at the arrival level which arranges one-way fares at a fixed-price. You can opt one of the transfer options – a shared mini van with other travellers or a private taxi.
Getting Around
There are plenty of options, so we’ve ranked them according to our recommendations for first-time travellers:
PRIVATE CAR
Ministry of Villas can arrange a private car and chauffeur for you. Depending on which villa you are staying in, the cost for the private vehicle with a driver can vary, so it’s recommended to contact our Ministry of Villas team to get the complete information about the private transfers.
ON FOOT
Kamala can be easily covered on foot. The mesmerising views and cosy little beach bars will delight your eye and quench your thirst while wandering along the beachside path.
RENTAL SCOOTER
Kamala has a few motorbike rental shops, where you can hire a bike for one day or the whole holiday. Motorbike travel is a preferred way to move around the area, especially if you are staying in one of the villas nestled atop of the hill, but a certain level of experience is required due to the rather chaotic traffic. Take into account that you must have an international drivers license on your person at all times, otherwise, the local police can issue you a ticket with a summons to appear in court. And make sure you wear a helmet.
TAXI
Finding a taxi down the street in Kamala might be tricky, however, you can always request a pickup by phone or ask your villa manager to arrange a taxi for you. It is recommended to use metered taxis for longer distances as drivers of minivans, which are not equipped with meters can set a doubled price.
TUK-TUK
You can flag a passing through tuk-tuk or find the one in the designated tourist points (Kamala beach and other tourist locations), and remember that you can always try your hand at bargaining and significantly reduce the first price the driver tells you.