Getting There
Although it is possible to get to Kata, Phuket over land or water, the best way is to fly.
AIRPORT AND PIER TRANSFERS
It can take anywhere between 1 hour to 1,5 hours to reach Kata 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.
MINI BUS
Minibus linking Kata beach and Phuket International Airport is an affordable way to travel to Kata. One way ticket for one person costs around THB200, and buses leave as soon as they filled up.
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
As Kata is a rather small village, it can be easily covered on foot. Strolling along the shaded beachfront sidewalk, lined with the magnificent coconut palms, is a pleasant way to get to any dining, shopping or relaxation establishment.
RENTAL SCOOTER
Kata has several motorbike rental shops and it’s a preferred way to move around the area, but a certain level of experience is required. Also, 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, of course, make sure you wear a helmet.
MOTORBIKE TAXI RIDE
Motorbike taxi ride is a relatively new way of travelling around the area invented by entrepreneurial locals. Depending on the length of the distance the price ranges significantly, still making it an affordable way to move around. Although, motorbike taxi ride is not recommended if you are travelling to longer distances due to reasons of comfort and safety.
TAXI
Phuket taxi makes it easy to move around as you can flag a cab down the street or request a pick-up by phone. There are two types of taxis available in Kata: multitude small bright red or orange coloured minivans or sedan-style taxis with the “Taxi-Meter” sign on top. It is recommended to use metered taxis for longer distances as drivers of minivans that are not equipped with meters are often reluctant to reduce the inflated price.
TUK-TUK
Travelling on tuk-tuk around Kata is another easy way to explore the area. But take into account that there are no fixed prices for tuk-tuk services, and you will be asked to pay the almost equal price as for taxi.