GROUP TRIP  ·  EDC DECEMBER EDITION

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Dec 17–22, 2026
Trip Dates
6 Days · 5 Nights
Duration
12–14 Pax
Group Size
EDC · 3 Nights
Headline Event
Rhythm Park
Festival Venue
Phuket HKT
Fly Into
Phuket HKT
Fly Out
Festival Pass
Included
What You'll Do

10 Handpicked OJ Experiences

Three nights of EDC is the reason you came. The other three days are the reason you will be glad you gave it six.

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Walk Old Phuket Town's Sino-Portuguese shophouse streets on landing day Day 1
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Watch kineticFIELD light up for night one of EDC Thailand Day 2
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Ride the Ferris wheel mid-set, the carnival rides are real, working rides Day 2
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Beach-club afternoon between festival nights, feet in sand Day 3
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Dig into neonGARDEN, the underground stage, on night two Day 3
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Big Buddha viewpoint over the whole island Day 4
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Close EDC out on night three with the crew Day 4
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Sea-cave canoe through a hong into a hidden lagoon Day 5
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James Bond Island and the Phang Nga karsts by boat Day 5
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The loud last dinner, the table at the back Day 5
Day by Day

The Itinerary

6 days. Old Town at the front, three nights of EDC in the middle, Phang Nga Bay to put you back together.

Day 1

LAND PHUKET · OLD TOWN AND THE EASY LANDED DAY

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Old Phuket Town shophouses on arrival day

Land at Phuket HKT, where the airport hands you a sea breeze instead of a queue. Check in, drop the bags, and spend the first afternoon doing exactly nothing ambitious. As the heat drops we walk Old Phuket Town, Sino-Portuguese shophouses in candy colours, a mural street that knows it is photogenic, dinner on a soi that has been feeding this island for a century. Early night, because tomorrow the festival starts and your legs need to not know that yet.

Did You Know? Old Phuket Town's shophouses are Sino-Portuguese, built on tin-mining money in the late 1800s, when Phuket was one of the richest corners of the region.
Day 2

EDC THAILAND · NIGHT ONE

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EDC Thailand night one at Rhythm Park

Slow morning, hotel pool, a proper brunch. We roll to Rhythm Park in the evening as the gates open, and night one hits different: kineticFIELD lights up, the art cars are still clean, and 200,000 watts of bass introduce themselves politely. We stay till the set that makes us stay, then the shuttle home, however late it runs.

Did You Know? EDC runs multiple simultaneous stages, kineticFIELD, circuitGROUNDS and neonGARDEN, plus full-size carnival rides. The Ferris wheel at EDC is a working ride, not a prop.
Day 3

BEACH RECOVERY · EDC NIGHT TWO

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Night two at EDC Thailand

No alarms. Late breakfast, then a beach-club afternoon with feet in the sand and a coconut in hand, because night two is the deepest one at EDC and the smart move is arriving fresh. Back to Rhythm Park for night two, new stage, new map, same crew.

Did You Know? Phuket in December sits in its dry season, the coolest and driest window of the year, which is exactly why EDC parked itself on the island this week.
Day 4

BIG BUDDHA MORNING · EDC, CLOSING NIGHT

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Closing night at EDC Thailand

A slow start and one easy sightseeing beat, the Big Buddha viewpoint over the whole island, then pool, nap, food. Closing night at EDC is when everyone knows the map, knows the stages, and spends it right. We close it out properly.

Did You Know? The Big Buddha of Phuket is 45 metres of Burmese white marble sitting on Nakkerd Hill, and on a clear December day you can see Phi Phi from the top.
Day 5

PHANG NGA BAY · BOAT DAY

James Bond IslandSea-Cave CanoeingHong Lagoons
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Boat day through Phang Nga Bay

Recovery, by seawater. A full-day boat into Phang Nga Bay, the limestone karsts that made James Bond Island famous, sea-cave canoeing through hongs that open into hidden lagoons, lunch on the deck, and a swim in water the colour of a screensaver. Back for a last dinner together, voices gone, phones full.

Did You Know? Phang Nga Bay has over 40 islands of towering karst, and the hongs, collapsed-cave lagoons you canoe into, are only reachable at the right tide.
Day 6

DEPART PHUKET

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Last morning in Phuket

Breakfast, one last coffee in Old Town if your flight allows it, then the short hop to HKT. You leave with a dead phone battery, a new playlist, and the specific exhaustion that only comes from three nights of EDC with a boat day chaser.

Did You Know? HKT sits about 20 minutes from the festival corridor, one of the shortest festival-to-airport transfers anywhere EDC lands.
The Route

Phuket · Rhythm Park · Phang Nga

Single base for all six days. No repacking, no internal flights, short hops everywhere.

Phuket · Old Town Day 1 · Fly into HKT Rhythm Park Dec 18–20 · EDC Big Buddha Day 4 · Viewpoint Phang Nga Bay Day 5 · Boat day Beach Club Day 3 · Recovery Route Arrive (HKT) EDC Nights Sea Day Depart (HKT)
Phuket · Old Town, Arrive Day 1
Rhythm Park, EDC Dec 18–20
Big Buddha, Day 4
Phang Nga Bay, Day 5
Phuket HKT, Depart Day 6
Investment

Lock In Your Price

One price, and everything on this page is inside it. Festival tiers only move upward as they sell, so the sooner you confirm, the better the pass we buy in your name.

Early Bird
$1,490
≈ ₹1,42,459
per person, twin sharing · until Oct 15, 2026
EMI available

Includes your 3-day EDC pass, bought and held in your name. Festival tiers get more expensive as they sell through, so the earlier you confirm, the better the pass we lock. A ₹25,000 slot-blocking fee secures your spot.

Block at $1,490
Regular
$1,690
≈ ₹1,61,581
per person, twin sharing
EMI available

Same everything, after the early-bird window closes on Oct 15, 2026.

Block at $1,690

Rupee amounts are indicative, converted live. We lock the USD rate for 7 days when we send your balance payment request, so the INR you pay is fixed, not moving with the market.

Bring Your People

Coming with other people? save ₹3,000 each

On any international group trip, get 2 friends to join you on the same batch and all three of you save ₹3,000 each.

Block your slots →

Booking as a three? Tell us right after you block, and we will take ₹3,000 off each on your balance payment.

What's Covered

Inclusions & Exclusions

✓ What's Included
✓3-day EDC Thailand General Admission pass, valid Dec 18, 19 and 20, in your name, bought and held by Team OJ
✓5 nights twin-sharing accommodation in the Rhythm Park corridor
✓Daily breakfast at the property
✓Return transfers to Rhythm Park on all three festival nights, however late the night runs
✓Full-day Phang Nga Bay boat trip with sea-cave canoeing, lunch on board and park fees
✓Old Phuket Town and Big Buddha runs with a local guide
✓All ground transport in private air-conditioned vehicles
✓An Orange Jacket trip leader with the group from landing to departure
✓Airport pickup and drop at Phuket HKT
✓All current government taxes on the ground portion
✗ What's Not Included
✗International flights into and out of Phuket HKT
✗Thailand visa: e-visa or visa-on-arrival, about ฿2,000 at time of writing
✗Lunches and dinners other than the ones listed in inclusions
✗Alcohol anywhere on the trip, including at the festival
✗EDC VIP upgrade, available at extra cost if you want the raised decks and shorter queues
✗Festival merch, lockers and anything you buy inside Rhythm Park
✗Travel insurance, which we treat as non-negotiable for a festival-and-sea trip
✗Personal expenses, laundry, and anything not explicitly listed under inclusions
✗GST and payment gateway charges
Social Proof

What Trippers Say

★★★★★ 5.0 Google Rating
★★★★★

"This was my third trip with One in the Orange Jacket and Vyshakh, after Egypt & Jordan and Bhutan, and each one has been unforgettable in its own way. From Dushanbe to Osh, through the Pamir mountains, every day brought breathtaking views, warm local stays, and seamless planning. We felt completely taken care of. But the best part? The people. We started as strangers and ended as a close-knit group, something that happens naturally on a Vyshakh-led trip. Grateful for yet another amazing journey."

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Krithika Singhania
Google Review · 3 trips with OJ
★★★★★

"I'm an adventure guide from Cape Town, South Africa, travelling solo for the first time. I know adventure, having taken in excess of 5000 guests personally on mountain hikes and adventure tours. This one was the best! To put it simply, it's the connection and immersion I experienced. The hospitality, connection, empathy and love I felt from this group of strangers made this trip one which I will cherish for the rest of my life. They've managed to curate an off the beaten track adventure experience that anyone can participate in."

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Tauriq Gamildien
Google Review · Adventure Guide, Cape Town
★★★★★

"It is so rare after a certain age to meet new people, vibe with them and then genuinely be their friends. Iykyk. And exactly this was what made my 'solo trip' with a group led by Laxman to the already incredible Hornbill Festival, Nagaland so so special. I met 14 absolutely amazing people, had a ball and came back home with not just beautiful memories & a fulfilled soul but also some wonderful friends who I am in touch with, Laxman being one of them."

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Ananya Sharma
Google Review · Hornbill Festival trip
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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the inclusions?

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  • 3-day EDC Thailand General Admission pass, valid Dec 18, 19 and 20, in your name, bought and held by Team OJ
  • 5 nights twin-sharing accommodation in the Rhythm Park corridor
  • Daily breakfast at the property
  • Return transfers to Rhythm Park on all three festival nights, however late the night runs
  • Full-day Phang Nga Bay boat trip with sea-cave canoeing, lunch on board and park fees
  • Old Phuket Town and Big Buddha runs with a local guide
  • All ground transport in private air-conditioned vehicles
  • An Orange Jacket trip leader with the group from landing to departure
  • Airport pickup and drop at Phuket HKT
  • All current government taxes on the ground portion

What are the exclusions?

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  • International flights into and out of Phuket HKT
  • Thailand visa: e-visa or visa-on-arrival, about ฿2,000 at time of writing
  • Lunches and dinners other than the ones listed in inclusions
  • Alcohol anywhere on the trip, including at the festival
  • EDC VIP upgrade, available at extra cost if you want the raised decks and shorter queues
  • Festival merch, lockers and anything you buy inside Rhythm Park
  • Travel insurance, which we treat as non-negotiable for a festival-and-sea trip
  • Personal expenses, laundry, and anything not explicitly listed under inclusions
  • GST and payment gateway charges

What should you bring?

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Clothing Light breathable tops and t-shirts (5–6) · Shorts (3–4) · Three festival outfits you can move and sweat in · Swimwear (2–3) · A light hoodie for the airport and the boat

Shoes & Accessories Comfortable trainers, Rhythm Park is big and you will walk more than you think · Flip-flops for the beach and the boat · A small crossbody bag that closes, for festival nights · Earplugs, the good ones, you will thank yourself on night three

Skincare & Sun Protection Reef-safe sunscreen, high SPF, December sun on a boat is stronger than it feels · Sunglasses · Lip balm with SPF · Aloe or after-sun · A hat for the boat day

Travel Essentials Day backpack · Reusable water bottle, Rhythm Park has free refill stations · Power bank, festival nights are long and your phone will not last · Universal adapter (Thailand runs Type A, B and C, 220V) · Quick-dry towel · Small first-aid kit · Passport, visa printout, travel insurance

Festival Tips Light colours and anything reflective pick up the stage light and photograph far better than black. A folded poncho in the pocket weighs nothing.

I'm coming solo. Is that a problem?

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  • Most people come alone for my trips
  • About 25% of the people bring a friend or partner
  • Honestly it really doesn't matter
  • I have seen on all the batches I have led, most people really gel with everyone, even the ones who thought they wouldn't gel up, surprise themselves always with the way they got comfortable with everyone

What are trips like with OJ?

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Usually most batch sizes are between 12–14 people aged between 18–38. Most people come alone or with a friend. The trip would feel like you are travelling more with college friends than strangers. We tend to do more outdoorsy, experiential things than regular tours. If we find a beautiful sunset or a hidden spot, we stop the vehicle right away. We usually sleep very late because people play group games and feel they'll miss precious time with the group.

Is the EDC festival ticket included in the price?

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Yes. Your 3-day General Admission pass for Dec 18, 19 and 20 is included and Team OJ buys it for you when you block your slot. This matters because tickets are tiered and the price only goes up as the tiers sell through, so the earlier you confirm, the better the pass we lock for you. If you want the VIP upgrade, we can add it at cost. Return transport to Rhythm Park on all three nights is included too, however late you decide to leave.

Do Indians need a visa for Thailand?

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Yes. Thailand ended 60-day visa-free entry for Indian passport holders in May 2026. You now either apply for an e-visa online before you fly, or use visa-on-arrival at Phuket airport, which costs about ฿2,000 and gives you 15 days. Your passport needs six months validity from your return date and a couple of blank pages. We send the full application checklist as soon as you block your slot.

Is EDC 18 plus?

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Yes. EDC is strictly 18 plus and everyone, every nationality, carries government photo ID to the gate every night. No exceptions, no refunds at the gate. The whole OJ group is 18 plus anyway, so this never gets in our way, but bring real ID.

How do I get there and back?

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Fly into Phuket HKT, one stop via Bangkok from most Indian cities, or through KL or Singapore. Seasonal direct flights from India to Phuket exist, and when they run we flag them in the flight plan. We share a full flight plan on a single PNR when you confirm.

What is the crowd and weather like?

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December is Phuket's dry season, 24 to 32°C, the best window of the year, which is exactly why EDC parked itself here this week. The OJ group is 12 to 14 people moving as a pack inside a festival of tens of thousands, with a fixed meetup map every night so nobody is ever lost. You get the full festival experience with a home base that never changes.