This little journey snakes through the mountains from close to Kathu Waterfall to just opposite of the Shell gas station in Patong. The route could be hiked or mountain biked, but I have only done it on scooters and motorbikes so far. The terrain is steep and in places very rocky, so be careful. Also (it hasn't happened to myself yet) however if it rains up there, there is no coming back down on a motorbike safely until it's all dried up!
To get there you must take a left turn off the road to Kathu Waterfall. It is the only turn before Banmariab school and cable ski park that will keep on going up the hill. There is a beautiful house covered in tree roots and then there is a small dam on the right as you go up the hill. Once you see that there is a little paved road to the left. If it is steep you know you are on the right track. Follow this up and you should eventually reach a small temple on your right. Now the route becomes a little hazy, but essentially follow the main track over the entire hill. If the track starts to close in or reaches a dead end then back track.
Josh with the ideal motorbike... and my CBR 150! haha
Rooted!
A little fun along the way...
A little fun along the way...
There are a few houses dotted along the route. You will certainly get some very curious looks when the local farmers see you. Some of the small wooden houses have perfect views of the island. I imagine that most of the people that live on Phuket have never been here.
Patong Bay View
Hillside Farming
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