Are you an exercise fiend? Maybe you love to start the mornings centering yourself by being in nature. Maybe you love fresh air and watching the sun rise. Or maybe you love to explore the beautiful hidden parts of this stunning island paradise that is Phuket. Well, you’ve come to the right spot. Here, we will disclose some of the best known and lesser known walking routes in Rawai (and its neighbouring areas).
We share the best trails to walk (or run) to see the sunrise, sunset, to experience the stunning Phuket flora or to get a gorgeous sea view. It is hot season, so remember to bring a big bottle of water, wear good shoes and tuck into a great breakfast before at Poached Breakfast Cafe Rawai. Trust us, you’ll need the fuel.
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Starting Point: Poached Breakfast Cafe Rawai
It’s truth time, folks. The intense Phuket heat and humidity can take a toll on your body. We’re no stranger to heatstroke here after long walks at midday. One of the best ways to avoid this is to fuel up properly before you go, take a sugary/glucose filled snack and keep hydrated as you tackle these beautiful walking routes in Rawai.
The best place to start your walks and to get the energy you need before you start is, of course, Poached Breakfast Cafe Rawai. You can sip on a coffee while you drink in the stunning ocean view, watching the sun sparkle on the water and the long tail boats bobbing in the gentle waves. Our advice is to drink a coffee or caffeinated beverage approximately 30-60 minutes before you head out on your walk, so you give time for the ‘pre-workout’ effect to kick in.
While we’re on the subject of coffee, let me just tell you about what is known to be the best coffee in the south of Phuket – ours! We source our beans from only the finest roasters, we regularly quality assess and we make sure our baristas are trained to the highest standards. When I say they eat, sleep and breathe coffee, I’m literally not kidding. Pretty sure they’ve all found coffee beans in their dreams at some point!
Our expert baristas de-gas, store and grind the beans using the latest science in coffee. It’s an actual thing, I swear. And then they brew the grounds perfectly for you when you order your drink. That’s why each and every brew we serve is packed full of fantastic flavour, depth and smoothness. Whether you order an Americano, a frothy cappuccino or a specialty drink, you can be sure that each of our coffees have the most unbelievable flavour and richness.
Whether you take your walking routes in Rawai super seriously, or you would prefer an easier meander to take in the view, it’s important to fuel up appropriately, especially in this sunny, humid climate. Of course, we at Poached Breakfast Cafe Rawai have a menu that makes it easy to ensure you have the yummiest fuel possible to get cracking on some of those walking routes in Rawai.
If you’re starting your day with a walk, run or hike, you might want to think about getting in some slow burning carbohydrates that will keep you fuller for longer. We might suggest starting with our delicious quinoa power porridge with apple and cinnamon, or digging into our scrummy chia seed pudding with pomegranate reduction, homemade granola and fresh seasonal fruit. Or how about our organic kiwi and coconut museli that we make fresh in house, mixed with fresh berries, homemade yoghurt and Manuka honey? Someone shout, “YUM!”
If you want a little more protein or healthy fats to burn off slowly as you adventure on your walking routes in Rawai, try our classic avocado smash. Smashed avocado on our fresh sourdough toast (great for gut health and burns off slower so it’s great for a walk) topped with roasted tomatoes, crumbly feta and 2 poached eggs. Perfecto.
You could also try a breakfast burrito with our house spicy sausage, smokey eggs, Monterey Jack cheese and zingy tomato and avocado salsa. A great start to your day.
Of course, we have lot’s of other options for you to try! All the breakfast classics like eggs benny (except with pulled pork!), a big breakfast, egg and bacon roll, breakfast fritters, waffles, French toast and more. If those things are more up your alley, fill your boots!
If you’re here for lunch or to refuel after a day of exploring the walking routes in Rawai, check out our amazing stacked burgers (we’ve even got a vegetarian one) that are juicy and delicious. Or try one of our range of yummy salads. All of them are packed with protein, flavour and topped with one of our famous homemade dressings.
Don’t forget to check out our yummy sandwiches and bagels. From our customer favourite, the pan fried halloumi bagel smothered with smokey bbq cream cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and onion to our chicken bagel with avocado, sundried tomato, spinach and chipotle mayo, you won’t be disappointed. Try our range of sandwiches on our delicious bread that comes right from our bakery in Chalong. We’ve got the best flavour combinations from your breakfast classic bacon, egg and cheese, to salami, cheddar, sundried tomato and olives. There are lots of different combinations to choose from so come and check us out!
Whether you’re filling up after a day of stunning views and long walks or you’re fueling up for a big journey, exploring our scenic local walking routes in Rawai, we’ve got all the food and drink you could need. (P.S. if you’re feeling the heat, check out one of our fresh fruit juices or shakes to keep yourself feeling fresh!)
Best Walking Routes in Rawai
Level 1: Super Comfortable
Try walking along the beach promenade in Rawai from tip to tip. You can see the beautiful beach, the islands in the distance and explore the local sea gypsy village and markets. Buy some fresh coconuts to drink from and explore the seafood markets here while experiencing the sea gypsies nomadic way of life.
Level 2: Easy
Try one of the most beautiful walking routes in Rawai along the Rawai Nature Reserve Trail. You can see beautiful forests, unique birds, and gorgeous flowers. We got pretty bitten by mosquitos so spray yourself well or cover up with linen clothing to keep cool (but unbitten).
Level 3: Medium
If you’re up for a bit of an adventure on one of these walking routes in Rawai, then why not try walking from Karon Viewpoint to Nui Beach. You can park your car or bike at Karon viewpoint and make your way to a beautiful secret beach. Take water and snacks on this trip for sure!
Level 4: Hard
For your experienced trail walkers and hikers, or for those of you who like a challenge and can handle some tricky terrain try one of our favourite ever walking routes in Rawai. Start at the lesser known Laem Krating viewpoint and walk around the coast to Black Rock Viewpoint. It’s a tough walk but well worth it. We recommend starting in the early morning when the sun feels a bit less hot (but leave yourself PLENTY of time to get to Black Rock viewpoint). Be careful about afternoon walks as you don’t want to be stuck out there in the dark!
So, which walking routes in Rawai should you explore first?
Pop down to our beachfront cafe at Poached Breakfast Cafe Rawai, grab a super duper cuppa and fill yourself up with something that is full of fresh ingredients and delicious flavour. Check the weather, see the temperature and then choose a walking route! All of them offer stunning views and a unique experience of Phuket that you might miss otherwise. What are you waiting for? Strap on your comfy shoes and let’s get ready to goooo!
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