Closed shoes
The ground is rocky and the path between the stations isn't paved. Flip-flops are a mistake here, not just an inconvenience.
Rock Beach Swing, Phuket
A swing that hangs on a cliff above the sea, and the photo that comes out of it is the reason people come. A cheap ticket, a short visit, and getting there requires planning.
Check availability and pricePrices
From 500 THB, when booked in advance.
Important information:
- The site is closed on Wednesdays. On the other days it's open 09:30–18:30.
- The booking is two days ahead, unusual compared to most attractions in Phuket.
- Getting to the parking area isn't included: taxi or rental car. From there on, the shuttle is included in the ticket.
- Closed shoes, and no shade at all — the early and late hours are more comfortable.
- Child price for ages 4–12, adult from age 13.
What's actually there
A lookout point on a cliff above the sea, with photo stations
A lookout point on a cliff above the sea, with several photo stations, swings, protruding balconies, and ladders. The ticket includes entry to all the stations.
It's a photo attraction, not an activity. The visit lasts between half an hour and an hour, depending on how many lines there are at the stations and how many of them you want to be photographed at.
Getting there, and that's the part that needs planning
The last stretch of the road isn't accessible by private car
The ticket includes A round-trip shuttle from the parking area to the site itself. The last stretch of the road isn't accessible by private car, and that's not optional.
Getting to the parking area isn't included, taxi or rental car.
Who this suits
and it's a question of expectations, not fitness
For anyone who wants One powerful photo from Phuket. This is the product, and it does it well.
and for those already in the south of the island looking for a short scenic stop, not a full day.
less suitable for those afraid of heights — the stations are built above a cliff, and although they're secured, It's a feeling of height and some people only discover this once they're on them.
and less suitable for those looking for an activity. There's no trail here, no guiding, and nothing to do except take photos; anyone expecting a full outing will find that it's over within half an hour.
With kids, this works from age 4 price-wise, but keep in mind that rocky terrain, strong sun, and waiting in line is a combination that demands patience from young children.
What to bring
Short, but every item here changes something
Hat and sunscreen
There's no shade anywhere on site. That's not careful wording, there simply isn't any.
Water
Waiting in line in the sun is more exhausting than it seems in advance.
Clothing that won't blow up in the wind
It's a cliff above the sea and the wind is strong. A flowing dress looks great in the photo and is less comfortable on the way there.
How to fit this into your itinerary
It's a stop, and you need to decide in advance what it sits alongside
Because the visit is short and the site is located in southern Phuket, The logic is to link it to another stop in the same area and not dedicate a special trip to it from the north of the island.
Anyone planning a day of lookout points will find that this fits well with other scenic stops in the south, and that the three together make up a whole morning without rushing.
and those who come just for the photo can combine it on the way to or from somewhere else, since half an hour to an hour won't break a schedule.
What does break a schedule is Wednesday and the advance booking, so the decision about scheduling needs to be made early, even though the visit itself is short.
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Photo gallery
Before you book
Two unusual things here: a closed day, and booking two days ahead
Closed on Wednesdays
On the other days it's open between 09:30 and 18:30.
Booking two days ahead
and that's unusual — most attractions in Phuket allow one day. It's worth fitting this into your early planning.
No shade at all
The sun there is especially strong. The early and late hours are more comfortable, both for photos and for the body.
Closed shoes
The ground is rocky and the path between the stations isn't paved.
What actually happens at the stations
One swing is just the beginning
The name talks about a swing, but at the site there are How many different photo spots, swings at different heights, balconies that jut out beyond the edge of the cliff, ladders, and wooden stands. The ticket includes all of them, and there's no additional payment between stations.
Each station has its own line, and during busy hours that's what determines how long you'll stay there. Half an hour if it's empty, an hour if it's busy, and that's the difference between a pleasant visit and a visit of waiting.
At each station there's a staff member who takes photos. It's not a paid service but part of the operation, and they know exactly which angle makes the photo work — it's worth letting them shoot rather than insisting on photographing on your own.
The photo everyone recognizes is The swing facing the open sea, with no land in the background. It's the most sought-after station, and also the one with the longest line.
The time of day determines everything
the same place looks completely different in the morning and at sunset
Early in the morning The light is soft, the site is relatively empty, and the heat is still bearable. It's the most comfortable time for anyone who wants to take photos without fighting for a spot.
At noon The sun is directly overhead. There's no shade at all there, the photos come out with harsh shadows on the face, and being there simply isn't pleasant. This is the time to avoid.
Toward sunset comes the best light, and the longest lines. Anyone who comes for the perfect photo will come then, and will have to accept the wait.
Closing at 18:30 means that in some seasons of the year The sunset itself is too late and won't be visible from the site. Anyone planning around sunset should check the sunset time for that date before booking.
Two things that catch people unprepared
and both can be avoided with planning
The first: Wednesday. The site is closed, and that's not obvious. Travelers who plan by free days discover this too late.
The second: the booking is two days ahead. Most attractions in Phuket allow one day, and some even allow booking on the same day. Here it's two days, and that means you need to fit it in In the early planning and not a last-minute decision.
These two together say something simple: this isn't an attraction you decide on in the morning. Anyone who wants it needs to mark it on the list when planning the week.
and there's a third thing that's talked about less, The last stretch of the road. It isn't accessible by private car, so the shuttle from the parking area is included in the ticket. This sounds like a technical detail, but it means you can't simply drive to the entrance and leave whenever you want.
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Frequently asked questions
What to know before you book
How much does a ticket to the cliff swing cost?
Adult from age 13 ฿500, child ages 4 to 12 ฿300. The price includes a round-trip shuttle from the parking area to the site.
Which days is the site open?
Every day except Wednesday, between 09:30 and 18:30.
When do you need to book?
two days ahead. That's unusual compared to most attractions in Phuket, where one day is enough.
How do you get there?
Getting to the parking area is on your own — taxi or rental car. From there, a shuttle to the site is included, since the last stretch of the road isn't accessible by private car.
How long does the visit take?
Between half an hour and an hour, depending on the lines at the photo stations.
What should you bring?
Closed shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. There's no shade there and the sun is strong.
What is the best time to arrive?
Early morning for soft light and no lines, or toward sunset for the best light and the longest lines. At midday there's no shade and the sun is directly overhead — this is the time to avoid.
Can you catch a sunset there?
The site closes at 18:30, so in some seasons of the year the sunset is too late and won't be visible from the site. It's worth checking the sunset time on your date before booking.
Is there only one swing?
No. There are several photo stations, swings at different heights, protruding balconies, ladders, and wooden stands, and all are included in the ticket.
Does someone take photos of us, or do we need to photograph ourselves?
At each station there's a staff member who takes photos, and that's part of the operation, not a paid service. They know the angles that work.
Suitable for anyone afraid of heights?
less. The stations are built above a cliff and secured, but the sense of height is significant, and some people only discover this once they're already on them.
Why can't you drive up to the entrance?
The last stretch of the road isn't accessible by private car. That's why the shuttle from the parking area to the site and back is included in the ticket, and that's not optional.
Can you book for the same day?
No. Booking here is two days ahead, and that's unusual compared to most attractions in Phuket where one day is enough. It's worth fitting this into the early planning of the week.
How long is the wait in line?
It depends on the time. In the early morning there's almost no wait, and toward sunset the lines are longest, especially at the station facing the open sea.