Phuket’s true hidden gem, Freedom Beach (or Laem Mai Ngao to locals) is only accessible via an adventurous jungle trek or by longtail boat. As a result there isn’t a single resort here and it feels wonderfully secluded, a blessed relief on this very developed island. No longer a complete secret, expensive boat transfers (B2,000-3,000 roundtrip from Patong Beach) are still a barrier to the bulk of the crowds.