Creating Memories Phuket Day 4: Surf House and Splash Jungle

For some weird reasons that we couldnt figure out until today, Auntie S and Auntie SL had an earlier flight home at 4pm whereas we booked ourselves on a 10pm flight. We didnt realise until the 1st day, when it stuck Auntie S that our return itinerary was different.

The only program for the last day was the Splash Jungle - a water theme park that is near to the airport. The plan was to stay at Splash until it was time to head to the airport. Given the different flight time, we decided to part ways. I cannot imagine staying in the water park for the entire day.

We met for bfast the same, before Auntie S and Auntie SL made their way to Splash. We had a lot more time and headed to the beach instead. It was obviously a lot less fun when the companions were away.

Zaky was interested in taking up a surfing class at Surf House; we walked past it the night before whilst onroute to Blanga Street. Lil Shauna wasnt keen and rather just soaked in the sea. We eventually compromised that let the kids soaked until 10am, when it started to get hot.

The Surf House was about 5 mins walk from the beach. We arrived to realise that the morning class started at 9.30am to 11am. It was a longer than the usual 60 mins class and at a cheaper price of THB770. I supposed not many people can wake up early for classes after crazy nights out.

We didnt have extra time to wait and Zaky was allowed to pay the full price for the remaining class. He hoped in to join the group once payment and registration was done. There were 2 lanes and 2 students can surf at the same time.

Lil Shauna opted out of the class and was entertained with a delicious looking vanilla milk shake. The taste paled as compared to the presentation though. At least the marshmallows were good.

Finally, it was Zaky's turn. The instructor gave him some instructions to a very serious looking Zaky. Lol. He must be really anxious.

He was given instructions on how to manoeuvre the board and had his 2nd try before joining the Q again.

He was a lot more relaxed in the 2nd round and could smile and pose for me.

The next few tries, he was taught and managed to kneel on the board.

In that 50 mins, he had about 10 attempts. I thought it wasnt too bad for the price that we paid.

Lil Shauna and I headed back to the hotel 1st to pack up. She had her little indulgence too.

Lunch was instant noodles before we checked out and made our way to Splash. The hotel helped to book a car at THB800.

The transport arrived on time. It was actually a van and it was so spacious for the 4 of us. We could roll around if we wanted to. I was half wondering if the driver would pick up other passengers along the way but it was just us.

It was a long was to Splash. It was some distant after the airport, providing a good opportunity for an afternoon nap.

Our tickets were prebooked from Klook (yes, again!) at a price slightly lower than what was published on Splash website. This was the only time that I wasnt sure if it was a good choice bcos it took us some time before we managed to find a good price transport to Splash. The hotel staff was so helpful. The 2 tour stalls that we checked mentioned that they packaged the Splash tickets and transfer in a bundle. Our "tickets" were exchanged when the earlier group went to Splash and left at the counter.

We happened to meet the rest at the changing room. They were getting ready to head to the airport. It was the right decision to delay our visit; we were told that the park was small and wouldnt take too long to explore.

Splash was indeed small. We took our time to try all the slides and they were decent. We even stopped to take a 2nd lunch; the earlier instant noodles had all digested with the water play. We also spent a long time floating on the lazy river. The 3+ hours that we allocated was just nice, aided by the short/ no q.

These were the only pictures that we took while leaving the park in search of dinner.

We took a short walk to the road and there were some eating places. We had 2 hours before our check in time and thought of indulging in a massgae after dinner before making our way to the airport. Google map says that the airport is 12 mins drive away.

We skipped the massage bcos we realised that the price was so much higher than in Patong and we had to bargain. Never mind.. that was too hard work for the last hour of the trip. We did find a nice eating place for our last dinner.

Our only worry was to find a taxi to the airport. We saw that there was a hotel next to Splash and had intended to ask the hotel staff to help. However, we got help from the friendly restaurant staff instead.

They tried but couldnt get a taxi and we got worried. They suggested a tuk tuk instead after assuring that it was legit to take a tuk tuk to the airport. Viola!

The driver asked for THB400, which I was half guessing was a rip off but agreed immediately bcos it would be such an experience. Haha. I was just as excited as the kids.

The ride was a tight squeeze for our family. Plus the 2 luaggage, there was barely room for our legs.

We made do and started our journey. We must be the only crazy tourists. Lol. The ride was adventurous. The tuk tuk was traveling at 40km/hr, 50 at best when on a downslope. Now imagine how fast we went on an upslope - 1 tiny motorcycle, 1 tuk tuk structure, 5 people including the driver and 2 luggage and 2 backpacks. Hahaha. For a moment, I was worried that we had to alight to help push the tuk tuk.

Then there was the cut from extreme left to right lane to do a U-turn on a 3-lane road with many fast moving cars. Then to negotiate a long and super narrow single lane road to the airport where half the time, part of the tuk tuk was traveling on the drain grating. I was indeed hoping very hard that Phuket has very strong drain grating. Throughout the whole journey, we were the only tuk tuk in sight.

The sun set and the uncle turned on neon lights. Woohoo! He should have blasted loud techno music too leh.

The way to the airport was much further than I had imagined. It also took much longer, which was understandable given the speed that we were traveling. Zaky almost fell asleep with the wind in his face. I got smacked in the fce by an insect. Lol. We definitely arrived at the airport in style. Yo! Yo! Yo! I subsequently found out that Auntie S and SL paid THB 700 for a taxi to the airport so our tuk tuk experience was definitely worth the THB 400.

Ended up, we were not as early at the airport as I had expected. The checkin counters were opened. Thankfully, the immigration was a breeze. We had coffee and the kids were well entertained with the new movies that we downloaded at the hotel. The wait was therefore very managable.

Our flight was on time and I again had the honor to sit with our 2 kids behind Daddy Lim, who had his extra leg space seat. The kids were beat with the long day and water play and more than ready to sleep the moment we boarded the plane.

Sleep was tough for me. My neck hurts and Zaky had conveniently used my lap as his pillow. I ended up gaming and practicing my Sudoku. Fortunately, the flight was only 1.5 hours. We arrived safely back in Singapore, just with very tired kids, who didnt sleep well in the plane.

With that, we ended our beach holiday.

Mummy Lim