🌿 Floating above lotus dreams at Madoobua Phuket
If you’ve seen those viral drone shots of people “standing” on giant lily pads — this is the place.
Visiting Madoobua Phuket honestly felt like stepping into a surreal, Pinterest-perfect moment… but there are definitely some things you should know before going 👀
📸 The iconic drone shoot experience
The highlight here is the drone photography over the massive lily pond 🌿✨
• I paid 800 baht for a single 10-shot only drone package (see last pic for price packages)
• They accept cash only at the counter by the right side of entrance (if I’m not mistaken, so come prepared & the staff at the booth isn't exactly the friendliest)
• Only 10 drone shots — strictly no retakes. Out of the total 10 shots i've taken, i think i only like 3 😅
It’s a one-shot kind of experience, so every pose counts!!
☀️ Be ready for the HEAT
No joke… it’s insanely hot 🥵
You’re fully exposed under the sun while waiting and shooting, so:
• 🕶 Bring sunglasses
• 🧴 Load up on sunblock, reapply!
• 💦 Stay hydrated
💃 Posing tips (super important!!)
The staff will guide you on poses, but TRUST ME:
• Do your homework beforehand
• Look up photos/videos so you know how poses look from a drone angle
• They will air drop you your photos immediately after the session, whether you like them or not.
It feels very different from normal photos, and preparation makes a huge difference!
🌸 Free photo spots available too!
Even if you don’t go for the drone shoot, there are:
• Free photo zones right in front of the lily pond, but you might have to queue for your turn if it's crowded.
Perfect for getting pretty shots without spending extra $$
🚗 Getting there
It’s about:
• ~1 hour drive from Kata or Patong area
• Try to get there in the morning so the weather is not too unbearable
So plan your trip properly, maybe pair it with other spots nearby!
💭 Overall thoughts
It’s a unique, once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience. A little pricey for 10 shots and no retakes, but if you’re here for that dreamy lotus shot, it might just be worth it, for once!
Would I go again? Maybe not.
But am I glad I did it once? 100% yes.
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