Beaches of Phuket
Beaches
So you like little concealed shorelines as well? Who doesn't! Laem Ka Beach, in the south of Phuket close Rawai is a little pearl avoided view, just the ones aware of present circumstances may discover it. Laem Ka beach is located in Rawai district in the east coast of Phuket. This beach is not so popular, because the parking and passage is not so comfortable. Aside from that the beach is often used by travel companies, which bring motor boats to the Rawai islands. Because of that sometimes here a lot of people. Despite on all of this in a sunny day and backwater you can find the beach in a perfect phase. What is important that in a low season or in a rainy season in Phuket no any waves. All the waves from May to October is on west coast of Phuket. Absolutely in this period many people asks – where can we swim? The beach Laem Ka in Rawai district it is one of the few places where you can find a calm sea and to have comfortable rest with kids. There were practically no people on this day (in a low season), and after two weeks of cloudy weather this unexpectedly sunny day, the blue sky, the tide, the blue sea were hypnotized. The beach Laem Ka really difficult to find in such phase and I have never thought it’s beautiful, I preferred another Rawai beaches such as: Nai Harn, Yanui, Ao Sane – they were the first if we are talking about beauty and cozy. But this time I changed my mind. It seems that from my professional photos I can get a good postcards. Beside the beach there a not big pier, it is located on territory of deserted hotel (which possibly one day will work again). You can go there from the north side of the beach (there is stairs). Practically from the each point of Laem Ka beach you can see four of the more than 10 islands of Rawai district. Some of them are very close. You can get there if you will rent a boat on the Rawai quay.
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Laem Ka Noi
66 ซอย สุขสันต์ 2So you like little concealed shorelines as well? Who doesn't! Laem Ka Beach, in the south of Phuket close Rawai is a little pearl avoided view, just the ones aware of present circumstances may discover it. Laem Ka beach is located in Rawai district in the east coast of Phuket. This beach is not so popular, because the parking and passage is not so comfortable. Aside from that the beach is often used by travel companies, which bring motor boats to the Rawai islands. Because of that sometimes here a lot of people. Despite on all of this in a sunny day and backwater you can find the beach in a perfect phase. What is important that in a low season or in a rainy season in Phuket no any waves. All the waves from May to October is on west coast of Phuket. Absolutely in this period many people asks – where can we swim? The beach Laem Ka in Rawai district it is one of the few places where you can find a calm sea and to have comfortable rest with kids. There were practically no people on this day (in a low season), and after two weeks of cloudy weather this unexpectedly sunny day, the blue sky, the tide, the blue sea were hypnotized. The beach Laem Ka really difficult to find in such phase and I have never thought it’s beautiful, I preferred another Rawai beaches such as: Nai Harn, Yanui, Ao Sane – they were the first if we are talking about beauty and cozy. But this time I changed my mind. It seems that from my professional photos I can get a good postcards. Beside the beach there a not big pier, it is located on territory of deserted hotel (which possibly one day will work again). You can go there from the north side of the beach (there is stairs). Practically from the each point of Laem Ka beach you can see four of the more than 10 islands of Rawai district. Some of them are very close. You can get there if you will rent a boat on the Rawai quay.
It's unknown beach in Phuket, you can get here only by Google map. Not many people are here as nobody knows this location.
Here you can find some fresh drinks and simple food.
David's beach
It's unknown beach in Phuket, you can get here only by Google map. Not many people are here as nobody knows this location.
Here you can find some fresh drinks and simple food.
It's wild unknown beach in Phuket. You can get here by Google map. Not many people are here. You can take good photos on rocks.
Ta Keng Beach
It's wild unknown beach in Phuket. You can get here by Google map. Not many people are here. You can take good photos on rocks.
It's wild unknown beach in Phuket. You can get here by Google map from Promthep Cape. Not many people are here. You can take good photos on rocks.
Som's Beach (Hermit Crab Beach)
It's wild unknown beach in Phuket. You can get here by Google map from Promthep Cape. Not many people are here. You can take good photos on rocks.
Ya Nui Beach lies between Promthep Cape and Windmill Viewpoint, 2 of Phuket's most popular viewpoints. It's a charming little cove offering good snorkelling, kayaking, and fishing. The sand is soft and comfortable, with plenty of shells for kids to collect. The neighbouring island of Koh Man is around 700 meters out in the sea. When the weather is calm, it's possible to paddle out to check out corals or even to visit Nai Harn. Local fishermen climb the rocky promontory to cast off or simply brave the waves with casting nets during overcast days. You can hire snorkelling gear on Ya Nui Beach. The northern part of this 300-meters-long beach is good for swimming. Many people hire a kayak and paddle out to Koh Man, where snorkelling conditions are even better. If there is a bit of a swell, bodyboarding is popular at the beach's northern end. Beach massage is available at reasonable prices. Ya Nui is fairly busy in high season, with vendors selling merchandise such as textiles, toys, fresh fruit, snacks, and souvenirs. There are a couple of restaurants on the other side of the beach road, with several more shops and eateries around 500 metres down the road towards Rawai. There are 3 routes to Ya Nui Beach in Phuket. From Nai Harn, you can drive south over a hill, passing Windmill Viewpoint and continuing down to the beach. From inland, there's a road leading from Rawai – keep going straight when the main Rawai-Promthep road swings left and continue until you reach Ya Nui Beach. Alternatively, drive down the northern side of Promthep and you'll soon find yourself in Ya Nui.
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Yanui Beach
ซอย ยะนุ้ยYa Nui Beach lies between Promthep Cape and Windmill Viewpoint, 2 of Phuket's most popular viewpoints. It's a charming little cove offering good snorkelling, kayaking, and fishing. The sand is soft and comfortable, with plenty of shells for kids to collect. The neighbouring island of Koh Man is around 700 meters out in the sea. When the weather is calm, it's possible to paddle out to check out corals or even to visit Nai Harn. Local fishermen climb the rocky promontory to cast off or simply brave the waves with casting nets during overcast days. You can hire snorkelling gear on Ya Nui Beach. The northern part of this 300-meters-long beach is good for swimming. Many people hire a kayak and paddle out to Koh Man, where snorkelling conditions are even better. If there is a bit of a swell, bodyboarding is popular at the beach's northern end. Beach massage is available at reasonable prices. Ya Nui is fairly busy in high season, with vendors selling merchandise such as textiles, toys, fresh fruit, snacks, and souvenirs. There are a couple of restaurants on the other side of the beach road, with several more shops and eateries around 500 metres down the road towards Rawai. There are 3 routes to Ya Nui Beach in Phuket. From Nai Harn, you can drive south over a hill, passing Windmill Viewpoint and continuing down to the beach. From inland, there's a road leading from Rawai – keep going straight when the main Rawai-Promthep road swings left and continue until you reach Ya Nui Beach. Alternatively, drive down the northern side of Promthep and you'll soon find yourself in Ya Nui.
Nai Harn Beach is located at the southern tip of Phuket’s west coast, on the west from Promthep Cape viewpoint. This stunning bay, surrounded by the hills, is one of the best and most beautiful beaches on the south coast of Phuket. In 2019, TripAdvisor has included Nai Harn beach in the top three beaches in Asia. Earlier known only to some locals, currently Nai Harn beach has become one of the most popular destination on the island. Nai Harn attracts outdoor enthusiasts and athletes, families with children, fans of a relaxing holiday away from the tourist crowd. So far as only a few hotels are located in the small bay, Nai Harn beach retains its tranquil charm as before. Nai Harn is very convenient for the families with children. A cozy small (about 700 m long) beach is covered with white powdered sand, which is very soft and comfortable for walking barefoot. The seashore is shallow and safe, seafloor is sandy, water is warm, clean and transparent. There are almost no waves here in high season. Sunbed with an umbrella can be rented on the beach. The beach is surrounded by palm and casuarina trees so here you can relax in the tree shade during the sultry hours. In the eastern part of the beach, about 50 meters from the sea, there is a small pond perfect for kids’ swimming and playing: its depth is about the knee, without current and waves even in low season. Nai Harn beach has a perfect location. There is a good infrastructure around the beach. In the palm grove near the beach there are several restaurants and cafes for different tastes: local Thai cuisine, fresh seafood, European food (pizza, hamburgers, French fries etc). Here you can either have a full lunch or just enjoy a fresh mango shake while admiring a beautiful sea view. Several shops with beach equipment, snorkeling equipment and souvenirs stands near the restaurants. Surfboards, sup boards and kayaks can be rented right on the beach. There are several good spots for snorkeling and diving near the cliffs, covering the bay on the both sides. In low season, when wind blows from the sea, you can try windsurfing here. If you prefer relaxing holiday, you can enjoy the famous Thai massage right under the palm trees, overlooking the sea. A beautiful Buddhist temple is located just 500 meters from the beach, so in the evening you can hear the sounds of prayer session. Nai Harn lake lies near the temple, with a pedestrian road 2.2 km length around the lake. You can jog along this road or walk with a stroller and kids. There are plenty of Muay Thai Boxing training camps in the area of Nai Harn Beach, and athletes come to the lake for jogging. Also several weight training equipment are nearby. For outdoor walks, choose morning hours before 11 am or evening hours after 17 hours. A small park with kids’ playground located just on the lake, near the temple. Beautiful view and tree shades make it a great place for yoga or outdoor picnic. Nai Harn is easily accessible by car or motorbike. There are several free parking spaces near the beach. This beach is loved by all tourists and local expats. This is why people come here not only from the surrounding area Rawai, but also from all over Phuket. You’ll also be sure to visit this beach!
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Hat Nai Harn
Nai Harn Beach is located at the southern tip of Phuket’s west coast, on the west from Promthep Cape viewpoint. This stunning bay, surrounded by the hills, is one of the best and most beautiful beaches on the south coast of Phuket. In 2019, TripAdvisor has included Nai Harn beach in the top three beaches in Asia. Earlier known only to some locals, currently Nai Harn beach has become one of the most popular destination on the island. Nai Harn attracts outdoor enthusiasts and athletes, families with children, fans of a relaxing holiday away from the tourist crowd. So far as only a few hotels are located in the small bay, Nai Harn beach retains its tranquil charm as before. Nai Harn is very convenient for the families with children. A cozy small (about 700 m long) beach is covered with white powdered sand, which is very soft and comfortable for walking barefoot. The seashore is shallow and safe, seafloor is sandy, water is warm, clean and transparent. There are almost no waves here in high season. Sunbed with an umbrella can be rented on the beach. The beach is surrounded by palm and casuarina trees so here you can relax in the tree shade during the sultry hours. In the eastern part of the beach, about 50 meters from the sea, there is a small pond perfect for kids’ swimming and playing: its depth is about the knee, without current and waves even in low season. Nai Harn beach has a perfect location. There is a good infrastructure around the beach. In the palm grove near the beach there are several restaurants and cafes for different tastes: local Thai cuisine, fresh seafood, European food (pizza, hamburgers, French fries etc). Here you can either have a full lunch or just enjoy a fresh mango shake while admiring a beautiful sea view. Several shops with beach equipment, snorkeling equipment and souvenirs stands near the restaurants. Surfboards, sup boards and kayaks can be rented right on the beach. There are several good spots for snorkeling and diving near the cliffs, covering the bay on the both sides. In low season, when wind blows from the sea, you can try windsurfing here. If you prefer relaxing holiday, you can enjoy the famous Thai massage right under the palm trees, overlooking the sea. A beautiful Buddhist temple is located just 500 meters from the beach, so in the evening you can hear the sounds of prayer session. Nai Harn lake lies near the temple, with a pedestrian road 2.2 km length around the lake. You can jog along this road or walk with a stroller and kids. There are plenty of Muay Thai Boxing training camps in the area of Nai Harn Beach, and athletes come to the lake for jogging. Also several weight training equipment are nearby. For outdoor walks, choose morning hours before 11 am or evening hours after 17 hours. A small park with kids’ playground located just on the lake, near the temple. Beautiful view and tree shades make it a great place for yoga or outdoor picnic. Nai Harn is easily accessible by car or motorbike. There are several free parking spaces near the beach. This beach is loved by all tourists and local expats. This is why people come here not only from the surrounding area Rawai, but also from all over Phuket. You’ll also be sure to visit this beach!
Ao Sane is a rocky beach on Phuket's southwest coast and is one of the island's loveliest little secrets. The diving and snorkelling at this beach are excellent and the beach's character is encapsulated best by the word "tranquil". Ao Sane has enough trees lining its edge to provide shelter from the sun at all times of the day and also has ample sand space for sun lovers, too. This 200-meters-long beach enjoys regular return visitors in high season and, as it has a series of rudimentary bungalows and a restaurant, it resembles a small community at times. To get to Ao Sane, head to Nai Harn Beach and follow the road under The Nai Harn, the 5-star hotel at the northern end of the beach. After driving through the hotel grounds, head up over the hill and you'll come to a small parking lot with a road leading down to the beach. It's possible to take a vehicle down this hill but, since the drive back up is challenging, most visitors choose to park at the top and walk down. For many, the charm of Ao Sane is its ruggedness and its uncomplicated natural attractiveness. There are no sun loungers or bodyboards for hire, no jet skis or kayaks and no wandering hawkers to disturb you. On the other hand, there is a shower and toilet halfway along the beach, adjoining the restaurant. Ao Sane is never crowded but there are some prime shady spots that get snapped up by early risers. Make sure to bring your own towel to sit on. The restaurant on Ao Sane Beach is a cheerful place with good, cheap cuisine and an international bohemian atmosphere. It serves food from breakfast to late in the evening. Five minutes away, in nearby Nai Harn, the scope of meals ranges from snacks bought from the convenience stores to a choice of simple beach restaurants to fine dining at The Nai Harn. Because of the rocks on the beach, the rough texture of its sand, and a marked slope down to the sea, there aren't a lot of sports like volleyball and football on Ao Sane Beach. However, it's undeniably a magnificent snorkelling and diving spot. You'll have to bring your own mask and fins as there are none for hire on the beach. The underwater life here is outstanding and abundant. At low tide, go out at the easternmost end of the beach (the direction towards Nai Harn) as there's a channel out through the rocks there. For accommodation, Nai Harn has The Nai Harn and the nearby Sabana Resort. A little further inland is the Mangosteen Resort & Spa but the closest hotel to Ao Sane is the 3-star Baan Krating Resort, which lies some 500 meters to the west of the beach, along a track through the trees.
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Αο Σάνε (Παραλία του Φυλουπίν)
ซอย ไสยวน 12Ao Sane is a rocky beach on Phuket's southwest coast and is one of the island's loveliest little secrets. The diving and snorkelling at this beach are excellent and the beach's character is encapsulated best by the word "tranquil". Ao Sane has enough trees lining its edge to provide shelter from the sun at all times of the day and also has ample sand space for sun lovers, too. This 200-meters-long beach enjoys regular return visitors in high season and, as it has a series of rudimentary bungalows and a restaurant, it resembles a small community at times. To get to Ao Sane, head to Nai Harn Beach and follow the road under The Nai Harn, the 5-star hotel at the northern end of the beach. After driving through the hotel grounds, head up over the hill and you'll come to a small parking lot with a road leading down to the beach. It's possible to take a vehicle down this hill but, since the drive back up is challenging, most visitors choose to park at the top and walk down. For many, the charm of Ao Sane is its ruggedness and its uncomplicated natural attractiveness. There are no sun loungers or bodyboards for hire, no jet skis or kayaks and no wandering hawkers to disturb you. On the other hand, there is a shower and toilet halfway along the beach, adjoining the restaurant. Ao Sane is never crowded but there are some prime shady spots that get snapped up by early risers. Make sure to bring your own towel to sit on. The restaurant on Ao Sane Beach is a cheerful place with good, cheap cuisine and an international bohemian atmosphere. It serves food from breakfast to late in the evening. Five minutes away, in nearby Nai Harn, the scope of meals ranges from snacks bought from the convenience stores to a choice of simple beach restaurants to fine dining at The Nai Harn. Because of the rocks on the beach, the rough texture of its sand, and a marked slope down to the sea, there aren't a lot of sports like volleyball and football on Ao Sane Beach. However, it's undeniably a magnificent snorkelling and diving spot. You'll have to bring your own mask and fins as there are none for hire on the beach. The underwater life here is outstanding and abundant. At low tide, go out at the easternmost end of the beach (the direction towards Nai Harn) as there's a channel out through the rocks there. For accommodation, Nai Harn has The Nai Harn and the nearby Sabana Resort. A little further inland is the Mangosteen Resort & Spa but the closest hotel to Ao Sane is the 3-star Baan Krating Resort, which lies some 500 meters to the west of the beach, along a track through the trees.
Kata Noi Beach is a great place to relax and soak up the sun. At about 700 meters long, it's one of Phuket's smaller beaches. Soft sand, crystal clear water, and the lush green jungle backdrops are the main draws here. Kata Noi is on a dead-end road, so the only traffic you might encounter is if you're looking for a place to park your car. The sea is very calm from December to April, while surfers come out to play between May and October. Kata Noi Beach enjoys large swells during this period, so be careful if you see red flags on the sand. Banana boat rides are some of the most popular things to do for families in Kata Noi. You'll be towed through the water by a speedboat, clinging on tightly to the inflatable boat so that you won't fall off. Parasailing and jet skiing are suitable for those looking for thrills. You can also rent Hobie cats and kayaks by the hour to see Kata Noi's beauty from afar. Always wear a lifejacket, especially when jet skiing. The rocks at the southern end of the Kata Noi Beach offer excellent snorkeling, as you get to see plenty of colorful tropical fish and coral reefs. From May to October, surfers flock to Kata Noi to ride the waves. Even if you're not planning on surfing, it's a spectacle worth seeing. The fast waves are usually off the northern headland. The right-hander main wave breaks near the northern headland. Winds are southeasterly to northeasterly, with waves reaching up to 2 meters. As you enter Kata Noi Beach, there a few local restaurants serving reasonably priced Thai and international dishes located on the left-hand side of the road. For those looking for a fine-dining experience, Katathani Resort and The Shore have several restaurants and bars where you can enjoy European cuisine and premium wines. Partway up the hill towards Kata, Mom Tri's Kitchen at Villa Royale is one of the most popular upmarket restaurants on Kata Noi Beach. Kata Noi is just south of Kata Beach – keep going straight after The Boathouse in Kata Beach and the road will eventually rise and veer to the left. Continue on this road and you'll pass the Katathani Phuket Beach Resort.
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Παραλία Kata Noi
Kata Noi Beach is a great place to relax and soak up the sun. At about 700 meters long, it's one of Phuket's smaller beaches. Soft sand, crystal clear water, and the lush green jungle backdrops are the main draws here. Kata Noi is on a dead-end road, so the only traffic you might encounter is if you're looking for a place to park your car. The sea is very calm from December to April, while surfers come out to play between May and October. Kata Noi Beach enjoys large swells during this period, so be careful if you see red flags on the sand. Banana boat rides are some of the most popular things to do for families in Kata Noi. You'll be towed through the water by a speedboat, clinging on tightly to the inflatable boat so that you won't fall off. Parasailing and jet skiing are suitable for those looking for thrills. You can also rent Hobie cats and kayaks by the hour to see Kata Noi's beauty from afar. Always wear a lifejacket, especially when jet skiing. The rocks at the southern end of the Kata Noi Beach offer excellent snorkeling, as you get to see plenty of colorful tropical fish and coral reefs. From May to October, surfers flock to Kata Noi to ride the waves. Even if you're not planning on surfing, it's a spectacle worth seeing. The fast waves are usually off the northern headland. The right-hander main wave breaks near the northern headland. Winds are southeasterly to northeasterly, with waves reaching up to 2 meters. As you enter Kata Noi Beach, there a few local restaurants serving reasonably priced Thai and international dishes located on the left-hand side of the road. For those looking for a fine-dining experience, Katathani Resort and The Shore have several restaurants and bars where you can enjoy European cuisine and premium wines. Partway up the hill towards Kata, Mom Tri's Kitchen at Villa Royale is one of the most popular upmarket restaurants on Kata Noi Beach. Kata Noi is just south of Kata Beach – keep going straight after The Boathouse in Kata Beach and the road will eventually rise and veer to the left. Continue on this road and you'll pass the Katathani Phuket Beach Resort.
Kata Beach is a 1.5-km strip of golden sand and is considered one of the most popular beaches in Phuket due to its combination of beauty, facilities and activities. Hundreds of people come each day to soak up the sun and swim in the sea. Often busy but never crowded, this beach is pleasing in many ways. During the north-east monsoon season (November to April), the warm sea is often as flat as a pancake, crystal clear and turquoise in colour. The south-west monsoon season (May to October) can make for rougher swimming conditions, but it's at this time of year that the surfers flock to enjoy the waves. On days when red warning flags are flying, you should not enter the water due to dangerous rip tides and swells but on these days you probably wouldn't want to go to the beach anyway. Late in the year as the waters turn calm, Kata Bay fills up with beautiful yachts which arrive from all over the region to compete in December's King's Cup Regatta, one of Asia's premier sailing events. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available to rent on Kata Beach on a total of 10% of the sand, at intervals along its length. Beachgoers can also purchase small umbrellas (a few hundred baht in local shops and supermarkets near the beach) and beach mats (at the entrance of the beach, near Kata Beach Resort). The southern end has shops, restaurants and toilets close by. At the top of the beach, and for most of its length, there are shaded areas, sheltering beach massage parlours and street vendor stalls selling a great variety of snacks (fruits, grilled chicken and more) and drinks. The far south is ideal for families with small children as it becomes shaded later in the day and is also close to amenities. Wandering vendors roam the beach with ice-creams, fresh fruits, sarongs, sunglasses and beachwear. Many restaurants serving seafood, Thai and international dishes line the southern part of the beach. Hawker stalls can be found at both ends of the beach road, particularly in the car park at the southern end next to Kata Beach Resort. There's a small island at the northern end with good snorkelling around it. Kayaks can also be used for exploring. Parasailing is also good here as the reefs at either end can be seen from the air. Scuba diving enthusiasts and students are active at the northern end of Kata Beach, particularly during the high season when the water is at its calmest. The rougher conditions of the low season make swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving impractical, but are ideal for surfing. For many, the southern and central parts of the beach offer the best surfing in Phuket, which is why Kata Beach can get rather busy at times, even in the low season. The waves are fast but manageable and at times can really buck high at the sandbar. The south end of the beach is the best place to watch or join in on the surfing action because there's a beach break there. Rentals are available for those who leave their boards at home or just want to have a try. Pay for the day and you can use any of the surfboards or keep switching until you find one you like. The waves are a nice size for beginners and surfing tuition is also available. Close to shore, the waves have far less power and are perfect for little ones, so boogie boards can be rented for children. This will keep them amused like nothing you've ever seen.
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Παραλία Kata
Soi PakbangKata Beach is a 1.5-km strip of golden sand and is considered one of the most popular beaches in Phuket due to its combination of beauty, facilities and activities. Hundreds of people come each day to soak up the sun and swim in the sea. Often busy but never crowded, this beach is pleasing in many ways. During the north-east monsoon season (November to April), the warm sea is often as flat as a pancake, crystal clear and turquoise in colour. The south-west monsoon season (May to October) can make for rougher swimming conditions, but it's at this time of year that the surfers flock to enjoy the waves. On days when red warning flags are flying, you should not enter the water due to dangerous rip tides and swells but on these days you probably wouldn't want to go to the beach anyway. Late in the year as the waters turn calm, Kata Bay fills up with beautiful yachts which arrive from all over the region to compete in December's King's Cup Regatta, one of Asia's premier sailing events. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available to rent on Kata Beach on a total of 10% of the sand, at intervals along its length. Beachgoers can also purchase small umbrellas (a few hundred baht in local shops and supermarkets near the beach) and beach mats (at the entrance of the beach, near Kata Beach Resort). The southern end has shops, restaurants and toilets close by. At the top of the beach, and for most of its length, there are shaded areas, sheltering beach massage parlours and street vendor stalls selling a great variety of snacks (fruits, grilled chicken and more) and drinks. The far south is ideal for families with small children as it becomes shaded later in the day and is also close to amenities. Wandering vendors roam the beach with ice-creams, fresh fruits, sarongs, sunglasses and beachwear. Many restaurants serving seafood, Thai and international dishes line the southern part of the beach. Hawker stalls can be found at both ends of the beach road, particularly in the car park at the southern end next to Kata Beach Resort. There's a small island at the northern end with good snorkelling around it. Kayaks can also be used for exploring. Parasailing is also good here as the reefs at either end can be seen from the air. Scuba diving enthusiasts and students are active at the northern end of Kata Beach, particularly during the high season when the water is at its calmest. The rougher conditions of the low season make swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving impractical, but are ideal for surfing. For many, the southern and central parts of the beach offer the best surfing in Phuket, which is why Kata Beach can get rather busy at times, even in the low season. The waves are fast but manageable and at times can really buck high at the sandbar. The south end of the beach is the best place to watch or join in on the surfing action because there's a beach break there. Rentals are available for those who leave their boards at home or just want to have a try. Pay for the day and you can use any of the surfboards or keep switching until you find one you like. The waves are a nice size for beginners and surfing tuition is also available. Close to shore, the waves have far less power and are perfect for little ones, so boogie boards can be rented for children. This will keep them amused like nothing you've ever seen.
Karon Beach in Phuket is one of the longest beaches on the island, spanning 5 km of fine white sand overlooking the Andaman Sea. The northern end of the beach is usually deserted, making it an excellent spot for those who want the beach to themselves. The southern end, close to Kata, tends to be busier but it isn't that hard to find a nice spot for yourself. There are very few waves during the high season (November–April), resulting in crystal-clear waters. However, Karon Beach experiences dangerous swells and riptides in the southwest monsoon season (May–October). While there are lifeguards on the beach, it's best to take note of warning flags and be very careful. Sea turtles often lay their eggs in the sand at night. If you see any turtles or their tracks, inform your hotel so that they'll contact the Phuket Marine Biological Centre. The organisation's Sea Turtle Conversation Project aims to help the population grow by rescuing injured turtles and incubating eggs in a safe environment. Karon Beach enjoys excellent conditions for windsurfing in Phuket. There's plenty of space for you to manoeuvre the board. Sea kayaking, banana boat rides, waterskiing and wakeboarding are also some of the things to do on Karon Beach. Jet-ski and parasailing operators often walk up and down Karon Beach looking for customers. With fewer jet-skis than Patong, there's more room to operate. Exercise caution and wear a lifejacket when participating in motorised watersports. Karon Beach isn't popular with surfers as it has constantly shifting sandbanks, meaning swells from all directions. You still can surf when there are small swells and no wind. Winds are light and changeable and waves of up to 2 meters can be seen in the low season. Some good snorkelling can be found by the rocks at the southern end of Karon Beach. You can rent snorkel equipment from vendors on the beach. Volleyball is popular in the evenings, with nets and courts available at the beach's mid-point. You won't find public toilets along the length of Karon Beach, but several restaurants across the road from the beach often allow you to use their facilities, usually for a few baht. Wandering vendors roam the beach, mostly towards its southern end and near the Karon Circle. You can easily buy small umbrellas and beach mats at local shops and supermarkets near Karon Beach. Prices range from 300 baht to 600 baht, depending on the size. Karon Beach has many mid-range and luxury resorts with onsite dining options serving a wide range of cuisines. There's a good choice of Thai seafood restaurants immediately to the north of Karon Circle – between the beach and Karon Lake – and several more along the beach road between Karon and Kata. Resort restaurants and stand-alone eateries in Aroona Plaza serve local and international dishes at reasonable prices.
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Παραλία Karon
Karon Beach in Phuket is one of the longest beaches on the island, spanning 5 km of fine white sand overlooking the Andaman Sea. The northern end of the beach is usually deserted, making it an excellent spot for those who want the beach to themselves. The southern end, close to Kata, tends to be busier but it isn't that hard to find a nice spot for yourself. There are very few waves during the high season (November–April), resulting in crystal-clear waters. However, Karon Beach experiences dangerous swells and riptides in the southwest monsoon season (May–October). While there are lifeguards on the beach, it's best to take note of warning flags and be very careful. Sea turtles often lay their eggs in the sand at night. If you see any turtles or their tracks, inform your hotel so that they'll contact the Phuket Marine Biological Centre. The organisation's Sea Turtle Conversation Project aims to help the population grow by rescuing injured turtles and incubating eggs in a safe environment. Karon Beach enjoys excellent conditions for windsurfing in Phuket. There's plenty of space for you to manoeuvre the board. Sea kayaking, banana boat rides, waterskiing and wakeboarding are also some of the things to do on Karon Beach. Jet-ski and parasailing operators often walk up and down Karon Beach looking for customers. With fewer jet-skis than Patong, there's more room to operate. Exercise caution and wear a lifejacket when participating in motorised watersports. Karon Beach isn't popular with surfers as it has constantly shifting sandbanks, meaning swells from all directions. You still can surf when there are small swells and no wind. Winds are light and changeable and waves of up to 2 meters can be seen in the low season. Some good snorkelling can be found by the rocks at the southern end of Karon Beach. You can rent snorkel equipment from vendors on the beach. Volleyball is popular in the evenings, with nets and courts available at the beach's mid-point. You won't find public toilets along the length of Karon Beach, but several restaurants across the road from the beach often allow you to use their facilities, usually for a few baht. Wandering vendors roam the beach, mostly towards its southern end and near the Karon Circle. You can easily buy small umbrellas and beach mats at local shops and supermarkets near Karon Beach. Prices range from 300 baht to 600 baht, depending on the size. Karon Beach has many mid-range and luxury resorts with onsite dining options serving a wide range of cuisines. There's a good choice of Thai seafood restaurants immediately to the north of Karon Circle – between the beach and Karon Lake – and several more along the beach road between Karon and Kata. Resort restaurants and stand-alone eateries in Aroona Plaza serve local and international dishes at reasonable prices.
Karon Noi Beach known as Relax Beach, is probably one of the most beautiful beach of Phuket. Tucked in a cove, it is very hard to access on it. The beach is the most inaccessible of all beaches of Phuket. But, it is not for the guests of the Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort. In this case the luxury hotel owns the land that surrounds it, which ends up being the same. So, the beach is not private! Karon Noi beach is home of the Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort. In fact, it is totally untouched by vendors or parasailing team. The reason is because the land they should cross is private.
Part of the beach is well visible from above, but no path leading to the beach! The beach is hidden and not well-known. In fact, some tourists do not even know its name! The white powdery sand with its crystal blue water makes the beach unique on the island. Weird, but it is true! Karon Noi Beach or Relax Beach is not long, but it is a quite large beach. Comfortable mattresses, beach loungers and umbrellas are located on the beach. Of course, available only for the guest of the hotel. On the beach you can find some water sports. For instance: Paddle board, Hobie Cat, windsurfing. There are some jet skis, but they will not disturb you because the beach is quite large.
Hat Karon Noi
Karon Noi Beach known as Relax Beach, is probably one of the most beautiful beach of Phuket. Tucked in a cove, it is very hard to access on it. The beach is the most inaccessible of all beaches of Phuket. But, it is not for the guests of the Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort. In this case the luxury hotel owns the land that surrounds it, which ends up being the same. So, the beach is not private! Karon Noi beach is home of the Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort. In fact, it is totally untouched by vendors or parasailing team. The reason is because the land they should cross is private.
Part of the beach is well visible from above, but no path leading to the beach! The beach is hidden and not well-known. In fact, some tourists do not even know its name! The white powdery sand with its crystal blue water makes the beach unique on the island. Weird, but it is true! Karon Noi Beach or Relax Beach is not long, but it is a quite large beach. Comfortable mattresses, beach loungers and umbrellas are located on the beach. Of course, available only for the guest of the hotel. On the beach you can find some water sports. For instance: Paddle board, Hobie Cat, windsurfing. There are some jet skis, but they will not disturb you because the beach is quite large.
Freedom Beach in Phuket is a 300-meters-long strip of white sand near Patong. The beach is set in a superb bay dotted with granite rocks and surrounded by hills covered by a thick jungle. Its exclusivity comes from its rather challenging accessibility, but it's well worth the effort. Apart from sunbathing, you can enjoy beach soccer (2 mini-goals are available), beach volleyball, and snorkelling in the area. The shallow waters at both ends of the beach are home to superb underwater life. There are no jet-skis or noisy marine leisure activities at Freedom Beach – the only audible engines are those of the long-tail boats in the distance. A jetty at the southern end of Patong Beach has long-tail boats that can take you to Freedom Beach. It usually costs around 1,100 to 1,500 baht for a roundtrip. It's quite pricey as it takes only 10 minutes to get there, but it's the only option for those who aren't able to tackle the physically demanding walk to the beach. There are 2 ways to get to the Freedom Beach parking lot, located some 200 meters above the bay. If you're coming from the southern end of Patong Bay, follow the road that climbs up the hill, turn left at Amari Coral Beach, pass Baan Yin Dee Resort and, at the bottom of the hill, take a left toward Avista Hideaway Resort which is 700 metres away from the Freedom Beach parking lot. The other entrance to the same road/path is just before the top of Patong Hill, on the road from Patong to Karon Beach. Coming from Patong, the path to Freedom Beach parking lot is on the right, just after Rasta Baby Bar (on the left-hand side of the road). Freedom Beach has 2 distinct areas separated by the long-tail boats’ landing spot. The northern side of the beach is arguably the best place to lay down your towel for sunbathing. If you want to take beautiful photos, climb the concrete stairs for panoramic views of the beach from the hill.
Freedom beach Wedding
Freedom Beach in Phuket is a 300-meters-long strip of white sand near Patong. The beach is set in a superb bay dotted with granite rocks and surrounded by hills covered by a thick jungle. Its exclusivity comes from its rather challenging accessibility, but it's well worth the effort. Apart from sunbathing, you can enjoy beach soccer (2 mini-goals are available), beach volleyball, and snorkelling in the area. The shallow waters at both ends of the beach are home to superb underwater life. There are no jet-skis or noisy marine leisure activities at Freedom Beach – the only audible engines are those of the long-tail boats in the distance. A jetty at the southern end of Patong Beach has long-tail boats that can take you to Freedom Beach. It usually costs around 1,100 to 1,500 baht for a roundtrip. It's quite pricey as it takes only 10 minutes to get there, but it's the only option for those who aren't able to tackle the physically demanding walk to the beach. There are 2 ways to get to the Freedom Beach parking lot, located some 200 meters above the bay. If you're coming from the southern end of Patong Bay, follow the road that climbs up the hill, turn left at Amari Coral Beach, pass Baan Yin Dee Resort and, at the bottom of the hill, take a left toward Avista Hideaway Resort which is 700 metres away from the Freedom Beach parking lot. The other entrance to the same road/path is just before the top of Patong Hill, on the road from Patong to Karon Beach. Coming from Patong, the path to Freedom Beach parking lot is on the right, just after Rasta Baby Bar (on the left-hand side of the road). Freedom Beach has 2 distinct areas separated by the long-tail boats’ landing spot. The northern side of the beach is arguably the best place to lay down your towel for sunbathing. If you want to take beautiful photos, climb the concrete stairs for panoramic views of the beach from the hill.
Paradise Beach Phuket is just 4 kilometres from Patong Beach and consists of two small sandy bays with blue water, soft sand and coconut trees. You will find plenty of beach chairs, bars, restaurants, shops and massive parties on some nights. Yes, Paradise Beach is small, remote and not easy to find if you don’t know, but it is becoming increasingly popular, mainly since it hosts the now famous Phuket Full Moon Parties. Paradise beach used to be difficult to find, until a concrete road made it easier to reach. It suddenly became trendy as it is very close to Patong and it was a bit like discovering a secret beach. This Robinson Crusoe atmosphere is long gone, but Paradise still has a lot to offer. If the main beach gets too crowded for you, walk 100 meters to the left above a small hill, and a flight of stairs will take you to a surprisingly quiet sandy cove. If you ever explored this beach in the past, you will probably have a shock as the main beach has tremendously changed in recent years. It was always a bit crowded with a lot of beach chairs and a couple of restaurants, but it now looks more like a cross-breed between a village and a shopping mall. All around the beach are restaurants, shops, bars, stages, dance floors and more colourful shops. It’s not to everyone’s taste, and the entrance is not free, but it still attracts crowds. How to het: - On your own: From Patong Beach, drive south to the bridge leading to the well-known ‘Amari Phuket‘, and turn left right after the bridge. Then follow for few kilometres until you reach the ‘Marriott Merlin Beach Resort’ on your left and the nice Tri Trang Beach on your right. A sign pointing to ‘Paradise Beach’ a the bottom of the hill will show you to continue further for another 2 or 3 kilometres. The road is quite narrow, but nicely paved which makes it fairly easy (too easy). You will reach a large parking which can accommodate about twenty cars and a lot of bikes. From there a shuttle will take you to the beach (again it’s now all free). - By Shuttle: Look for the yellow truck at Jungceylon mall, it’s free and every 30 minutes (see map)
9:00 am to 9:00 pm, every 30 minutes
9:00 am to 4:00 am, every 30 minutes for the Full Moon Party
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Paradise Beach
Paradise Beach Phuket is just 4 kilometres from Patong Beach and consists of two small sandy bays with blue water, soft sand and coconut trees. You will find plenty of beach chairs, bars, restaurants, shops and massive parties on some nights. Yes, Paradise Beach is small, remote and not easy to find if you don’t know, but it is becoming increasingly popular, mainly since it hosts the now famous Phuket Full Moon Parties. Paradise beach used to be difficult to find, until a concrete road made it easier to reach. It suddenly became trendy as it is very close to Patong and it was a bit like discovering a secret beach. This Robinson Crusoe atmosphere is long gone, but Paradise still has a lot to offer. If the main beach gets too crowded for you, walk 100 meters to the left above a small hill, and a flight of stairs will take you to a surprisingly quiet sandy cove. If you ever explored this beach in the past, you will probably have a shock as the main beach has tremendously changed in recent years. It was always a bit crowded with a lot of beach chairs and a couple of restaurants, but it now looks more like a cross-breed between a village and a shopping mall. All around the beach are restaurants, shops, bars, stages, dance floors and more colourful shops. It’s not to everyone’s taste, and the entrance is not free, but it still attracts crowds. How to het: - On your own: From Patong Beach, drive south to the bridge leading to the well-known ‘Amari Phuket‘, and turn left right after the bridge. Then follow for few kilometres until you reach the ‘Marriott Merlin Beach Resort’ on your left and the nice Tri Trang Beach on your right. A sign pointing to ‘Paradise Beach’ a the bottom of the hill will show you to continue further for another 2 or 3 kilometres. The road is quite narrow, but nicely paved which makes it fairly easy (too easy). You will reach a large parking which can accommodate about twenty cars and a lot of bikes. From there a shuttle will take you to the beach (again it’s now all free). - By Shuttle: Look for the yellow truck at Jungceylon mall, it’s free and every 30 minutes (see map)
9:00 am to 9:00 pm, every 30 minutes
9:00 am to 4:00 am, every 30 minutes for the Full Moon Party
Mee sook beach
180 Muen-Ngern RdJust a small and quiet beach close to Patong. Yo can get here by motorbike and map.
Right opposite of it, is the long ‘Tri Trang Beach’, home of the new Rosewood Hotels. This is probably where some of the confusion came from; it was sometimes called ‘Emerald Beach’, and sometimes ‘Crystal Beach’. 3 or 4 km further, past the hill, ‘Paradise Beach‘ is known for its Full Moon Party. A little further is ‘Freedom Beach‘ one of Phuket most beautiful coves that can be accessed by boat from Patong (the ride costs around 1,000 baht). Among the 4, Tri Trang is the longest and quite a beautiful beach. Its only downside might be during low tide when the sea reveals a rocky area that used to be coral. Fortunately, at high tide, there is more than enough sandy areas for a decent swim. For a long time, Tri Trang was a quiet and empty beach, and locals would come on weekends for a barbecue. It nearly felt abandoned, but there was always a restaurant and a dozen beach chairs. The 2004 tsunami badly damaged this area and many casuarina trees were toppled down by the massive wave. Since they planted palm trees instead, and nothing makes a beach more tropical than a couple of coconut trees! Tri Trang has changed a lot, and in a good way, which is somewhat unusual, so I’ll be the first to enjoy it while it lasts. You’ll find a couple of beach chairs but only one row and enough space in between so you don’t have to smell your neighbour’s sun lotion. You can lunch and even dine at one of the restaurants, and some of them are open until 9 pm, which is a sweet spot to spend the end of the day. You won’t get a sunset shot from this beach, as the sun disappears just behind the cape, but the colour of dawn is often beautiful. There are now a lot of places to eat in Tri Trang. At the end of the beach is another Hotel called ‘Tri Trang Resort‘, a more anonymous building. The restaurant is on the beach itself, which is a rare luxury nowadays. Food is not fantastic, but prices and the beach setting makes up for it. A bit further, the most attractive and most expensive is Ta Khai restaurant at the new Rosewood resort. Ta Khai serves excellent Thai food in a beautiful rustic design, a perfect romantic evening out. Up the hill, on the way to Paradise beach is a set of small and cheap restaurants overlooking the bay. Most of them are modest, but the view on Tri Trang beach from up there is beautiful. It’s great for a quick bite or a refreshing drink at any time of the day.
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Tri Trang Beach
Right opposite of it, is the long ‘Tri Trang Beach’, home of the new Rosewood Hotels. This is probably where some of the confusion came from; it was sometimes called ‘Emerald Beach’, and sometimes ‘Crystal Beach’. 3 or 4 km further, past the hill, ‘Paradise Beach‘ is known for its Full Moon Party. A little further is ‘Freedom Beach‘ one of Phuket most beautiful coves that can be accessed by boat from Patong (the ride costs around 1,000 baht). Among the 4, Tri Trang is the longest and quite a beautiful beach. Its only downside might be during low tide when the sea reveals a rocky area that used to be coral. Fortunately, at high tide, there is more than enough sandy areas for a decent swim. For a long time, Tri Trang was a quiet and empty beach, and locals would come on weekends for a barbecue. It nearly felt abandoned, but there was always a restaurant and a dozen beach chairs. The 2004 tsunami badly damaged this area and many casuarina trees were toppled down by the massive wave. Since they planted palm trees instead, and nothing makes a beach more tropical than a couple of coconut trees! Tri Trang has changed a lot, and in a good way, which is somewhat unusual, so I’ll be the first to enjoy it while it lasts. You’ll find a couple of beach chairs but only one row and enough space in between so you don’t have to smell your neighbour’s sun lotion. You can lunch and even dine at one of the restaurants, and some of them are open until 9 pm, which is a sweet spot to spend the end of the day. You won’t get a sunset shot from this beach, as the sun disappears just behind the cape, but the colour of dawn is often beautiful. There are now a lot of places to eat in Tri Trang. At the end of the beach is another Hotel called ‘Tri Trang Resort‘, a more anonymous building. The restaurant is on the beach itself, which is a rare luxury nowadays. Food is not fantastic, but prices and the beach setting makes up for it. A bit further, the most attractive and most expensive is Ta Khai restaurant at the new Rosewood resort. Ta Khai serves excellent Thai food in a beautiful rustic design, a perfect romantic evening out. Up the hill, on the way to Paradise beach is a set of small and cheap restaurants overlooking the bay. Most of them are modest, but the view on Tri Trang beach from up there is beautiful. It’s great for a quick bite or a refreshing drink at any time of the day.
Patong's 3-km strip of golden sand is one of the most popular beaches in Phuket. It has plenty of parasailing and jet ski operators, boat drivers, beach vendors and masseuses approaching travelers who are relaxing on the sand. Patong Beach has a row of coconut, palm and tropical almond trees separating the shore from the main road. This slightly cooler area is lined with stalls selling snacks and drinks, as well as beach massage parlours. You can also find beachfront restaurants and bars offering simple Thai and international dishes, particularly around the middle of the beach, near the entrance to Bangla Road. The northern part of Patong Beach hides a small sandy creek where the water is very shallow and clear during high season. The southern part is the mouth of a river, where several fishing boats anchor. The bridge over the river leads to a small fishing village and the various bays and beaches around the headland that separates Patong from Karon. The best time to visit Patong Beach in Phuket is between November and April when the sea is very flat and calm. From May to October, the beach experiences large waves and dangerous swells. While you can go in the water on some days, pay strict attention to the red warning flags when they're out on the sand. Along Patong Beach, many roadside stalls and wandering vendors selling a wide variety of food, drinks, snacks, and ice cream. You can also find many sarongs, beach mats, sunglasses, and souvenirs for sale. A large part of Beach Road (from Haad Patong Alley to Prachanukhro Road) is lined with restaurants and cafés, including international fast-food chains such as McDonald's, KFC, and Burger King. There's a good choice of restaurants and bars right on the beach itself, including Sole Mio, Chez Bernard and Patong Beachfront Food Court. Public toilets are spaced out along Patong Beach, and you usually have to pay a few baht to use them. There are plenty of parking spaces for small motorcycles and scooters along the beach road, but they can fill up over the course of the day. Due to its popularity, it's best to come early in the morning to find a good spot. Sun loungers are available on small areas of the sand and you can always lay down your own mat or towel anywhere along the beach. Patong Beach is most popular for jet skiing and parasailing. Operators can be found every few hundred metres, particularly around the end of Bangla Road. Exercise caution and wear a lifejacket if you're interested in motorised watersports. Most jet skis are not insured and scams are quite common. You can also enjoy banana boat rides, waterskiing, wake-boarding, kayaking and windsurfing. The best place to surf at Patong Beach is at the northern end, where waves can be quite fast and open to the wind. You can find some good snorkeling by the rocks at the northern end of Patong Beach. There are many vendors offering snorkel equipment right on the beach. Local masseuses are set up in the shaded areas of Patong Beach. An hour-long Thai massage usually starts from 200 baht. Other types of massage and foot reflexology are also available.
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Παραλία Patong
Patong's 3-km strip of golden sand is one of the most popular beaches in Phuket. It has plenty of parasailing and jet ski operators, boat drivers, beach vendors and masseuses approaching travelers who are relaxing on the sand. Patong Beach has a row of coconut, palm and tropical almond trees separating the shore from the main road. This slightly cooler area is lined with stalls selling snacks and drinks, as well as beach massage parlours. You can also find beachfront restaurants and bars offering simple Thai and international dishes, particularly around the middle of the beach, near the entrance to Bangla Road. The northern part of Patong Beach hides a small sandy creek where the water is very shallow and clear during high season. The southern part is the mouth of a river, where several fishing boats anchor. The bridge over the river leads to a small fishing village and the various bays and beaches around the headland that separates Patong from Karon. The best time to visit Patong Beach in Phuket is between November and April when the sea is very flat and calm. From May to October, the beach experiences large waves and dangerous swells. While you can go in the water on some days, pay strict attention to the red warning flags when they're out on the sand. Along Patong Beach, many roadside stalls and wandering vendors selling a wide variety of food, drinks, snacks, and ice cream. You can also find many sarongs, beach mats, sunglasses, and souvenirs for sale. A large part of Beach Road (from Haad Patong Alley to Prachanukhro Road) is lined with restaurants and cafés, including international fast-food chains such as McDonald's, KFC, and Burger King. There's a good choice of restaurants and bars right on the beach itself, including Sole Mio, Chez Bernard and Patong Beachfront Food Court. Public toilets are spaced out along Patong Beach, and you usually have to pay a few baht to use them. There are plenty of parking spaces for small motorcycles and scooters along the beach road, but they can fill up over the course of the day. Due to its popularity, it's best to come early in the morning to find a good spot. Sun loungers are available on small areas of the sand and you can always lay down your own mat or towel anywhere along the beach. Patong Beach is most popular for jet skiing and parasailing. Operators can be found every few hundred metres, particularly around the end of Bangla Road. Exercise caution and wear a lifejacket if you're interested in motorised watersports. Most jet skis are not insured and scams are quite common. You can also enjoy banana boat rides, waterskiing, wake-boarding, kayaking and windsurfing. The best place to surf at Patong Beach is at the northern end, where waves can be quite fast and open to the wind. You can find some good snorkeling by the rocks at the northern end of Patong Beach. There are many vendors offering snorkel equipment right on the beach. Local masseuses are set up in the shaded areas of Patong Beach. An hour-long Thai massage usually starts from 200 baht. Other types of massage and foot reflexology are also available.
Kalim Beach is located just north of Patong Beach and, unlike its famous neighbour, still retains some of its local Thai touches. A car park and vendor space cut the beach into 2 parts at its southern end. It also hosts a small street food market with several stands selling noodle soup, roti (pancakes), and Thai ice-creams, as well as juices and soft drinks. Kalim Beach is pretty rocky and unsuitable for swimming, though snorkeling is possible at high tide. It's one of the best surfing spots in Phuket, and competitions often take place in low season. A fun activity at Kalim, albeit up the road on the hillside, is sorbing at Rollerball. Kalim also has several fine-dining venues, including Aqua, White Box, and Lim’s – each has its own particular atmosphere, décor and cuisine.
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Kalim beach
247 Kammala - Patong RdKalim Beach is located just north of Patong Beach and, unlike its famous neighbour, still retains some of its local Thai touches. A car park and vendor space cut the beach into 2 parts at its southern end. It also hosts a small street food market with several stands selling noodle soup, roti (pancakes), and Thai ice-creams, as well as juices and soft drinks. Kalim Beach is pretty rocky and unsuitable for swimming, though snorkeling is possible at high tide. It's one of the best surfing spots in Phuket, and competitions often take place in low season. A fun activity at Kalim, albeit up the road on the hillside, is sorbing at Rollerball. Kalim also has several fine-dining venues, including Aqua, White Box, and Lim’s – each has its own particular atmosphere, décor and cuisine.
Iguana Beach Club is a small hidden beach bar with a cool chilled-out vibe during the day and great parties during weekends. Hidden in a cove between Patong and Kamala Beach, Iguana Beach Club is a relaxing hideaway playing house music until sunset and turning into a groovy club by night. Every weekend, Iguana puts on great beach parties organized by Groove Box, a group of well-known club professionals and friends. The beach is a perfect afternoon spot to relax and recover from last night party in those large beanbags scattered around on the sand, enjoying the unique atmosphere of a hidden creek. Drinks, cocktails and food are available all day, and when the sun goes down, the mood gets even more tropical: nothing beats a chilled drink with one of those Thailand sunsets and a DJ spinning progressively from Chill-out music in the afternoon to deep house beat later at night. It’s more intimate and more friendly than the large beach clubs found on Surin Beach and certainly has the right mood with a mix of funk, disco, hip hop & house music. During weekends, expect their parties to really blast you away with names such as Nakadia, NOIR, SuperFlu, Marco Loco, D.Ramirez, Sister Bliss(Faithless), Chocolate Puma, DJ Steek, Mr Mike, Cash Money, Steven “Lee’ Cabrera, Leeroy Thornhill and the list goes on… these guys know how to make your holiday special… and don’t miss the Full Moon parties! How to get here. From Patong beach driveway past Kalim Beach, pass Kalima Beach Resort and from there keep your eyes on the left-hand side of the road, 400 m further you should spot their road sign easily. There is surprisingly large parking above the club.
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Iguana Beach Bar
Iguana Beach Club is a small hidden beach bar with a cool chilled-out vibe during the day and great parties during weekends. Hidden in a cove between Patong and Kamala Beach, Iguana Beach Club is a relaxing hideaway playing house music until sunset and turning into a groovy club by night. Every weekend, Iguana puts on great beach parties organized by Groove Box, a group of well-known club professionals and friends. The beach is a perfect afternoon spot to relax and recover from last night party in those large beanbags scattered around on the sand, enjoying the unique atmosphere of a hidden creek. Drinks, cocktails and food are available all day, and when the sun goes down, the mood gets even more tropical: nothing beats a chilled drink with one of those Thailand sunsets and a DJ spinning progressively from Chill-out music in the afternoon to deep house beat later at night. It’s more intimate and more friendly than the large beach clubs found on Surin Beach and certainly has the right mood with a mix of funk, disco, hip hop & house music. During weekends, expect their parties to really blast you away with names such as Nakadia, NOIR, SuperFlu, Marco Loco, D.Ramirez, Sister Bliss(Faithless), Chocolate Puma, DJ Steek, Mr Mike, Cash Money, Steven “Lee’ Cabrera, Leeroy Thornhill and the list goes on… these guys know how to make your holiday special… and don’t miss the Full Moon parties! How to get here. From Patong beach driveway past Kalim Beach, pass Kalima Beach Resort and from there keep your eyes on the left-hand side of the road, 400 m further you should spot their road sign easily. There is surprisingly large parking above the club.
Truly unique romantic beach for wedding at cozy resort. Due to location’s beautifully maintained landscape and expansive size, they are able to deliver photographic opportunities that are unavailable elsewhere on the island.
Thavorn Beach Village Resort & Spa, Kamala Beach Resort, Phuket
6 2Truly unique romantic beach for wedding at cozy resort. Due to location’s beautifully maintained landscape and expansive size, they are able to deliver photographic opportunities that are unavailable elsewhere on the island.
Yae Beach is not a great beach, but since it is hard to find, I wanted to see it. It’s on a cape between Patong and Kamala, and you won’t see much there, just a small hut selling drinks when it’s open.
Yae Beach
Yae Beach is not a great beach, but since it is hard to find, I wanted to see it. It’s on a cape between Patong and Kamala, and you won’t see much there, just a small hut selling drinks when it’s open.
Hua Beach was unknown to me for a long time. It's not a great beach for swimming, but it is a very peaceful place not far from Kamala Beach. Hua Beach facing due north, is found just before the better-known Kamala Beach as you’re headed north on Phuket Island away from Patong Beach. It is a small beach at just 331 meters (362 yards) long, and most of that is rocky, and without sand, but it’s still a very scenic spot that might be worth stopping by for a quick swim or picnic. A mix of deep sand and large boulders, Hua Beach is ideal for a couple who wants to get away from the crowds for a bit and spend some romantic quiet time alone. You’ll rarely find other tourists or locals in this spot, and the large rocks give some privacy. This beach strikes me as ideal for a bikini modeling shoot, or just a phone full of selfies! You won’t find any of the jet skis, parasailing, or vendors walking the beach bothering you to buy something here. That’s the beauty of Hua Beach! From the road along the beach, you’ll see a small spirit house with 1-meter-high rock wall around it. You may see a couple cars or motorbikes parked there too – this is where you can access Hua Beach, or you can continue down the hill and look for the two concrete pillars on the left side on the dirt road which will take you there. Please note, there are no restrooms or showers, and usually there are no locals selling food or drinks here at Hua Beach. If you’d like to stay in accommodations close to this beach, Laem Son Village Hotel is at the west end of Hua Beach, and it gets decent reviews. All in all, Hua Beach is Calm, quiet, and isolated a bit from the noise of Kamala and Patong beaches, Hua Beach is a tiny oasis of peace and quiet. Very few people stop here, but it’s a very nice beach with a great sunset if you are there around 6 pm.
Hua Beach
Hua Beach was unknown to me for a long time. It's not a great beach for swimming, but it is a very peaceful place not far from Kamala Beach. Hua Beach facing due north, is found just before the better-known Kamala Beach as you’re headed north on Phuket Island away from Patong Beach. It is a small beach at just 331 meters (362 yards) long, and most of that is rocky, and without sand, but it’s still a very scenic spot that might be worth stopping by for a quick swim or picnic. A mix of deep sand and large boulders, Hua Beach is ideal for a couple who wants to get away from the crowds for a bit and spend some romantic quiet time alone. You’ll rarely find other tourists or locals in this spot, and the large rocks give some privacy. This beach strikes me as ideal for a bikini modeling shoot, or just a phone full of selfies! You won’t find any of the jet skis, parasailing, or vendors walking the beach bothering you to buy something here. That’s the beauty of Hua Beach! From the road along the beach, you’ll see a small spirit house with 1-meter-high rock wall around it. You may see a couple cars or motorbikes parked there too – this is where you can access Hua Beach, or you can continue down the hill and look for the two concrete pillars on the left side on the dirt road which will take you there. Please note, there are no restrooms or showers, and usually there are no locals selling food or drinks here at Hua Beach. If you’d like to stay in accommodations close to this beach, Laem Son Village Hotel is at the west end of Hua Beach, and it gets decent reviews. All in all, Hua Beach is Calm, quiet, and isolated a bit from the noise of Kamala and Patong beaches, Hua Beach is a tiny oasis of peace and quiet. Very few people stop here, but it’s a very nice beach with a great sunset if you are there around 6 pm.
It's just a small hidden bay. Its belongs to long Kamala beach. Very quiet and peaceful place.
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Kamala Bakery
It's just a small hidden bay. Its belongs to long Kamala beach. Very quiet and peaceful place.
Kamala Beach is a quiet stretch of sand located around 9.5 km north of Patong in Phuket. It's an excellent spot for sunbathing and you can find many beach activities at the northern end of the beach. With its quieter pace, Kamala is a popular spot for retirees and longer-term visitors in Phuket. Along a winding road leading to the beach, there are small hotels, villas and apartments with great views of Kamala Bay. The waters of Kamala Beach are clear and calm from November to April (high season), but large waves caused by the ocean swell are common between May and October. While swimming is usually very safe on Kamala Beach, it's a good idea to leave the sea to the surfers when you see red flags flying. There are no public toilets on Kamala Beach, but the many beachfront hotels have facilities. Small stalls near the beach offer mats and umbrellas for hire, which cost a few hundred baht each. Head towards the southern end of Kamala Beach to find many beachfront hotels, where you can enjoy Thai and international dishes at their onsite restaurants. There are also a few local restaurants just a short walk away. At the northern end, there's an area with hawker stalls selling all kinds of Thai cuisine from different parts of the country. You'll usually find chicken satay, spicy salads, and curries, as well as traditional desserts. Further north from there, you'll come across luxury beach clubs like Café del Mar Phuket and HQ Beach Lounge, both of which serve high-quality international food. There's a choice of snorkeling spots near Kamala Beach, mostly around the rocks at its northern end. You can rent equipment from vendors patrolling the sand. Jetskiing and parasailing are popular during the high season but note that many jetskis have 'no insurance' stickers – any damage to the vehicle, yourself, or other water-users will be your responsibility. Long-tail boat rides are best enjoyed in the low season. Many of these traditional boats are moored at the southern end of the beach. You can rent one to explore the neighborhood beaches of Laem Singh or Surin. Experienced surfers should head to the northern end of Kamala's northernmost beach. You can find a beach break with stable sandbanks, due to the reefs. There are consistent waves that build up the closer to shore you get. Enjoy variable winds with swells of up to 3 meters. Kamala Beach is extremely popular with photographers doing pre-wedding shoots for betrothed couples. You will often find half a dozen different couples posing along the sand, each in their full wedding regalia. If you want to pose for some nice holiday snaps, you'll find the long-tail boats at the southern end of the beach give a more local vibe while the smooth sand and nodding palms further north are good for paradise-like settings.
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Kamala Beach is a quiet stretch of sand located around 9.5 km north of Patong in Phuket. It's an excellent spot for sunbathing and you can find many beach activities at the northern end of the beach. With its quieter pace, Kamala is a popular spot for retirees and longer-term visitors in Phuket. Along a winding road leading to the beach, there are small hotels, villas and apartments with great views of Kamala Bay. The waters of Kamala Beach are clear and calm from November to April (high season), but large waves caused by the ocean swell are common between May and October. While swimming is usually very safe on Kamala Beach, it's a good idea to leave the sea to the surfers when you see red flags flying. There are no public toilets on Kamala Beach, but the many beachfront hotels have facilities. Small stalls near the beach offer mats and umbrellas for hire, which cost a few hundred baht each. Head towards the southern end of Kamala Beach to find many beachfront hotels, where you can enjoy Thai and international dishes at their onsite restaurants. There are also a few local restaurants just a short walk away. At the northern end, there's an area with hawker stalls selling all kinds of Thai cuisine from different parts of the country. You'll usually find chicken satay, spicy salads, and curries, as well as traditional desserts. Further north from there, you'll come across luxury beach clubs like Café del Mar Phuket and HQ Beach Lounge, both of which serve high-quality international food. There's a choice of snorkeling spots near Kamala Beach, mostly around the rocks at its northern end. You can rent equipment from vendors patrolling the sand. Jetskiing and parasailing are popular during the high season but note that many jetskis have 'no insurance' stickers – any damage to the vehicle, yourself, or other water-users will be your responsibility. Long-tail boat rides are best enjoyed in the low season. Many of these traditional boats are moored at the southern end of the beach. You can rent one to explore the neighborhood beaches of Laem Singh or Surin. Experienced surfers should head to the northern end of Kamala's northernmost beach. You can find a beach break with stable sandbanks, due to the reefs. There are consistent waves that build up the closer to shore you get. Enjoy variable winds with swells of up to 3 meters. Kamala Beach is extremely popular with photographers doing pre-wedding shoots for betrothed couples. You will often find half a dozen different couples posing along the sand, each in their full wedding regalia. If you want to pose for some nice holiday snaps, you'll find the long-tail boats at the southern end of the beach give a more local vibe while the smooth sand and nodding palms further north are good for paradise-like settings.
Laem Singh Beach hides on the west coast between Kamala and Surin beaches in Phuket. Being nestled in a steep-sided bay, lined with nodding palm trees and dotted with giant boulders, it has the feel of a secret beach. It’s not a very well-kept secret, though, as you can see it from a popular viewpoint along the coastal road. The northern part of the beach is good for bodyboarding. Swimming and snorkelling are excellent in the southern part, with loads of fish to see around the rocky headland which separates the beach from Kamala Bay. As it's a little challenging to get to Laem Singh Beach, you can expect a peaceful, remote vibe without having to travel too far from the popular resort towns of Phuket. Once a very busy spot for sunbathing, snorkeling and swimming, direct access to Laem Singh Beach has been restricted due to a land dispute. You can still get onto the sand (which is public land) by taking a boat ride from the southern end of Surin Beach. A trip to Laem Singh Beach costs from 100 baht per person or 400 baht for the entire boat. Note that there’s no pier for boarding – you’ll have to wade out to the ocean and climb into the boat. Laem Singh Viewpoint is a popular stop on the coast road between Kamala Beach and Surin Beach in Phuket. It's also a pleasant place to rest for a while, with seating and a roof providing shelter from the sun. You can enjoy great views of Phuket’s impressive sunsets and across the namesake beach below.
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Laem Singh Beach hides on the west coast between Kamala and Surin beaches in Phuket. Being nestled in a steep-sided bay, lined with nodding palm trees and dotted with giant boulders, it has the feel of a secret beach. It’s not a very well-kept secret, though, as you can see it from a popular viewpoint along the coastal road. The northern part of the beach is good for bodyboarding. Swimming and snorkelling are excellent in the southern part, with loads of fish to see around the rocky headland which separates the beach from Kamala Bay. As it's a little challenging to get to Laem Singh Beach, you can expect a peaceful, remote vibe without having to travel too far from the popular resort towns of Phuket. Once a very busy spot for sunbathing, snorkeling and swimming, direct access to Laem Singh Beach has been restricted due to a land dispute. You can still get onto the sand (which is public land) by taking a boat ride from the southern end of Surin Beach. A trip to Laem Singh Beach costs from 100 baht per person or 400 baht for the entire boat. Note that there’s no pier for boarding – you’ll have to wade out to the ocean and climb into the boat. Laem Singh Viewpoint is a popular stop on the coast road between Kamala Beach and Surin Beach in Phuket. It's also a pleasant place to rest for a while, with seating and a roof providing shelter from the sun. You can enjoy great views of Phuket’s impressive sunsets and across the namesake beach below.
Surin Beach in Phuket is an excellent spot for sunbathing on fine and white sand, with the Andaman Sea stretching out before you. Its calm and clear waters are excellent for snorkeling and kayaking, as well as boogie-boarding and surfing. You can find the 1-km-long Surin Beach along Millionaire’s Row on Phuket’s west coast. It's surrounded by boutique shops, high-end resorts and residences. It's very popular year-round, though swimmers must take note of strong currents that often come during the low season. The access road that takes you from the main coast road to Surin Beach has several ATMs at the road end. Hawker stalls and wandering vendors sell fruit, snacks and drinks on the road running right alongside the sand. Most of them set up shop around the car park located at the beach end of the main access road. There are convenience stores and high-end restaurants in town, just a few minutes from the beach. The waters of Surin Beach are exceptionally clear during Phuket's high season. There are several snorkelling sites by the rocks at the northern and southern ends of the beach. You can rent snorkel equipment from vendors on the beach for a few hundred baht. it's best to avoid snorkelling between November and March when the beach experiences strong waves and low visibility. Speedboats are rare along Surin Beach due to the lack of a launch area. Even in high season, you won't find a lot of jet skis at this part of Phuket. Kayaks are particularly popular on the exclusive Pansea Beach, which you can only access via the sea or through hotels in that area. Laem Singh Beach is a little further, but within reach by kayak. Boogie-boarding and surfing are popular during the low season (May–October). There are some good surfing opportunities at both ends of Surin Beach. There are good waves on the high tide or the low-mid tide. Watch out for the group of large rocks in the middle of the beach. The last rock at the beach's northern end results in a sandbank with a fast left-hander. The conditions here are better suited to advanced surfers, so beginners should check out the northern end of Kamala Beach for safer conditions.
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Surin
Surin Beach in Phuket is an excellent spot for sunbathing on fine and white sand, with the Andaman Sea stretching out before you. Its calm and clear waters are excellent for snorkeling and kayaking, as well as boogie-boarding and surfing. You can find the 1-km-long Surin Beach along Millionaire’s Row on Phuket’s west coast. It's surrounded by boutique shops, high-end resorts and residences. It's very popular year-round, though swimmers must take note of strong currents that often come during the low season. The access road that takes you from the main coast road to Surin Beach has several ATMs at the road end. Hawker stalls and wandering vendors sell fruit, snacks and drinks on the road running right alongside the sand. Most of them set up shop around the car park located at the beach end of the main access road. There are convenience stores and high-end restaurants in town, just a few minutes from the beach. The waters of Surin Beach are exceptionally clear during Phuket's high season. There are several snorkelling sites by the rocks at the northern and southern ends of the beach. You can rent snorkel equipment from vendors on the beach for a few hundred baht. it's best to avoid snorkelling between November and March when the beach experiences strong waves and low visibility. Speedboats are rare along Surin Beach due to the lack of a launch area. Even in high season, you won't find a lot of jet skis at this part of Phuket. Kayaks are particularly popular on the exclusive Pansea Beach, which you can only access via the sea or through hotels in that area. Laem Singh Beach is a little further, but within reach by kayak. Boogie-boarding and surfing are popular during the low season (May–October). There are some good surfing opportunities at both ends of Surin Beach. There are good waves on the high tide or the low-mid tide. Watch out for the group of large rocks in the middle of the beach. The last rock at the beach's northern end results in a sandbank with a fast left-hander. The conditions here are better suited to advanced surfers, so beginners should check out the northern end of Kamala Beach for safer conditions.
Pansea Beach spans almost 400 meters in length along the west coast of Phuket. Located just north of the beautiful Surin Beach, this sandy expanse is separated from Surin by a small rocky cape. The beach is fringed by coconut trees and many exotic trees and plants. Both ends offer top-notch snorkelling opportunities during the day, while its entire length makes for a relaxing sundowner spot in the evenings. Pansea is generally assumed to be the private beach of The Surin Phuket and Amanpuri Phuket (which respectively occupy 80% and 20% of the beachfront). Privatization of the coastline is illegal in Thailand, so the beach is free for public use. This assumption, combined with the fact that you can only enter the beach via The Surin Phuket, means that Pansea Beach is significantly quieter than Surin Beach. The Surin Phuket and Amanpuri Phuket offer plenty of beach bars, sun loungers with umbrellas, and water-sports facilities. You can also find a few local businesses on Pansea Beach. Towards the southern end of the beach, there's a small shack serving reasonably-priced drinks and fruits, as well as inflatable rubber rings and airbeds for hire. In front of The Surin Phuket’s Beach Studio Suites, a group of local masseuses offer traditional massages right on the beach. Right between the resorts, you can rent jet skis to explore the ocean. Pansea Beach is a secluded expanse in Phuket. One of the best way to fully enjoy this lovely strip of sand is by booking a stay at one of its many beach resorts.
Pansea Surin Beach Phuket
Pansea Beach spans almost 400 meters in length along the west coast of Phuket. Located just north of the beautiful Surin Beach, this sandy expanse is separated from Surin by a small rocky cape. The beach is fringed by coconut trees and many exotic trees and plants. Both ends offer top-notch snorkelling opportunities during the day, while its entire length makes for a relaxing sundowner spot in the evenings. Pansea is generally assumed to be the private beach of The Surin Phuket and Amanpuri Phuket (which respectively occupy 80% and 20% of the beachfront). Privatization of the coastline is illegal in Thailand, so the beach is free for public use. This assumption, combined with the fact that you can only enter the beach via The Surin Phuket, means that Pansea Beach is significantly quieter than Surin Beach. The Surin Phuket and Amanpuri Phuket offer plenty of beach bars, sun loungers with umbrellas, and water-sports facilities. You can also find a few local businesses on Pansea Beach. Towards the southern end of the beach, there's a small shack serving reasonably-priced drinks and fruits, as well as inflatable rubber rings and airbeds for hire. In front of The Surin Phuket’s Beach Studio Suites, a group of local masseuses offer traditional massages right on the beach. Right between the resorts, you can rent jet skis to explore the ocean. Pansea Beach is a secluded expanse in Phuket. One of the best way to fully enjoy this lovely strip of sand is by booking a stay at one of its many beach resorts.
Just a small private beach near luxury villa. Not good place for swimming because a lot of rocks are here.
Laem Son (Pineapple) Beach
Just a small private beach near luxury villa. Not good place for swimming because a lot of rocks are here.
Bangtao Beach spans 6 km in length, making it one of Phuket's longest beaches. For the most part, it's pretty deserted – hotels mostly occupy its southern end, while the northern end is generally very quiet and peaceful. Only a few small beach bars are dotted along its length. The sea is flat, calm and clear from November to April. The waves can get a little rough between May and October, so take note of red flags on the coastline. Bangtao Beach attracts those looking to leave everything behind and do nothing more taxing than reading a book. The exception to this rule is if you're at the southern end of the beach. There are several beachfront hotels and beach clubs, resulting in a very lively atmosphere in the evening. However, Bangtao remains one of the most family-friendly beaches in Phuket. Most of the sun loungers on Bangtao Beach are provided by hotels, so they're exclusively for their guests. There are small areas where you can rent a beach chair, but you'll also find plenty of space to lay down your towel or mat for free. In front of the Laguna hotels, local beach shacks sell everything from snacks and drinks to beachwear and tours. Note that Bangtao Beach doesn't have public toilets. As with most things on Bangtao Beach, hotels provide most of the beach's dining options, though you can find several beachfront alternatives as well. Several local restaurants can be found to the north of the Angsana Laguna Resort and to the south of Outrigger Laguna Phuket. On the southern end of Bangtao Beach, there are a few small beach restaurants and beach clubs. There's also a standalone restaurant to the north that's open during the day. Paragliding, waterskiing, jet skiing, and banana boat rides are available in Bangtao during the high season (November to April). During the day, vendors often walk along the beach, looking for customers. Some of the hotels have windsurfers and Hobie cats, but they're usually reserved for their guests. If you're into surfing, the middle section of the beach is protected from the swells. There are usually some smaller waves that are eminently rideable for beginners. Further north along the beach, the waves get bigger as it is exposed to the wind. Shifting sandbanks can result in unpredictable conditions. Sometimes you can enjoy near-perfect surfing in Bangtao, with southerly winds and soaring waves up to 3 meters.
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Bang Thao Beach
Bangtao Beach spans 6 km in length, making it one of Phuket's longest beaches. For the most part, it's pretty deserted – hotels mostly occupy its southern end, while the northern end is generally very quiet and peaceful. Only a few small beach bars are dotted along its length. The sea is flat, calm and clear from November to April. The waves can get a little rough between May and October, so take note of red flags on the coastline. Bangtao Beach attracts those looking to leave everything behind and do nothing more taxing than reading a book. The exception to this rule is if you're at the southern end of the beach. There are several beachfront hotels and beach clubs, resulting in a very lively atmosphere in the evening. However, Bangtao remains one of the most family-friendly beaches in Phuket. Most of the sun loungers on Bangtao Beach are provided by hotels, so they're exclusively for their guests. There are small areas where you can rent a beach chair, but you'll also find plenty of space to lay down your towel or mat for free. In front of the Laguna hotels, local beach shacks sell everything from snacks and drinks to beachwear and tours. Note that Bangtao Beach doesn't have public toilets. As with most things on Bangtao Beach, hotels provide most of the beach's dining options, though you can find several beachfront alternatives as well. Several local restaurants can be found to the north of the Angsana Laguna Resort and to the south of Outrigger Laguna Phuket. On the southern end of Bangtao Beach, there are a few small beach restaurants and beach clubs. There's also a standalone restaurant to the north that's open during the day. Paragliding, waterskiing, jet skiing, and banana boat rides are available in Bangtao during the high season (November to April). During the day, vendors often walk along the beach, looking for customers. Some of the hotels have windsurfers and Hobie cats, but they're usually reserved for their guests. If you're into surfing, the middle section of the beach is protected from the swells. There are usually some smaller waves that are eminently rideable for beginners. Further north along the beach, the waves get bigger as it is exposed to the wind. Shifting sandbanks can result in unpredictable conditions. Sometimes you can enjoy near-perfect surfing in Bangtao, with southerly winds and soaring waves up to 3 meters.
Layan Beach is the name of the northern end of Bangtao Beach on the west coast of Phuket. Unlike the majority of Phuket’s west coast beaches, it's still a very tranquil area, where you can lie and relax under the shade of the tall pine trees bordering the beach. Most people who visit this superb beach are Thais and expats and it all looks the same as it used to 20 years ago. The sea is pretty calm here because the beach is sheltered by Koh Kala – a small island located at its northern part. There’s a restaurant and a few beach chairs at the beginning of the beach, as well as Dream Beach Club, which is one of Phuket's best clubs. The restaurant serves good and fair-priced Thai and western food and is a nice place to enjoy lunch or a sundowner. Behind the beach, you'll find a small pier with long-tail and fishing boats along a small river leading to a lagoon situated north of Koh Kala. Here, you can rent a sea kayak at the restaurant and go around Koh Kala and the lagoon. The pier also has a Sea Rescue centre and a few small shops where you can find some Thai snacks, fruits and drinks. Beside the pier, on the road flanking the beach, there’s a toilet/shower booth where you can clean up before driving back to your hotel. Far from the crowds, Layan Beach is a small, easily accessible Phuket paradise. Tree-fringed beaches such as Layan are very popular with local people as they offer cooling shelter from the sun. Koh Kala is easy to explore and will make you feel like a real Robinson Crusoe, plus it's only separated from the mainland by a few metres. The lagoon north of the beach is very beautiful and there’s not much development yet in the area, other than a few villas and properties.
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Layan Beach
Layan Beach is the name of the northern end of Bangtao Beach on the west coast of Phuket. Unlike the majority of Phuket’s west coast beaches, it's still a very tranquil area, where you can lie and relax under the shade of the tall pine trees bordering the beach. Most people who visit this superb beach are Thais and expats and it all looks the same as it used to 20 years ago. The sea is pretty calm here because the beach is sheltered by Koh Kala – a small island located at its northern part. There’s a restaurant and a few beach chairs at the beginning of the beach, as well as Dream Beach Club, which is one of Phuket's best clubs. The restaurant serves good and fair-priced Thai and western food and is a nice place to enjoy lunch or a sundowner. Behind the beach, you'll find a small pier with long-tail and fishing boats along a small river leading to a lagoon situated north of Koh Kala. Here, you can rent a sea kayak at the restaurant and go around Koh Kala and the lagoon. The pier also has a Sea Rescue centre and a few small shops where you can find some Thai snacks, fruits and drinks. Beside the pier, on the road flanking the beach, there’s a toilet/shower booth where you can clean up before driving back to your hotel. Far from the crowds, Layan Beach is a small, easily accessible Phuket paradise. Tree-fringed beaches such as Layan are very popular with local people as they offer cooling shelter from the sun. Koh Kala is easy to explore and will make you feel like a real Robinson Crusoe, plus it's only separated from the mainland by a few metres. The lagoon north of the beach is very beautiful and there’s not much development yet in the area, other than a few villas and properties.
Its a very private place, you can get there only by reservation a room in that resort.
Andaman White Beach Resort
Its a very private place, you can get there only by reservation a room in that resort.
Nai Thon Beach is a beautiful stretch of sand on the west coast of Phuket. It's a great spot to get away from the crowds and enjoy a quiet swim. Nai Thon is a village of 2 seasons. During the high season, the hotels fill up, the sea is flat, calm and crystal-clear, and beach restaurants appear where you can dine with your bare feet in the sand. In low season, the boot's on the other foot... It's almost a ghost town with an occasionally raging sea. The journey to Nai Thon Beach is almost more enjoyable than the beach itself. On the southern approach to the beach, a narrow road leads through one of Phuket's last remaining virgin rainforests, and winds along a coastline. If you're driving from the north, the road will take you through a village into a lush green valley before reaching the beach. Some of the best things to do in Nai Thon include exploring rocky coves (only accessible by long-tail boat) and scuba diving, which can be arranged by the dive shops on the Beach Road.
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Nai Thon Beach
Nai Thon Beach is a beautiful stretch of sand on the west coast of Phuket. It's a great spot to get away from the crowds and enjoy a quiet swim. Nai Thon is a village of 2 seasons. During the high season, the hotels fill up, the sea is flat, calm and crystal-clear, and beach restaurants appear where you can dine with your bare feet in the sand. In low season, the boot's on the other foot... It's almost a ghost town with an occasionally raging sea. The journey to Nai Thon Beach is almost more enjoyable than the beach itself. On the southern approach to the beach, a narrow road leads through one of Phuket's last remaining virgin rainforests, and winds along a coastline. If you're driving from the north, the road will take you through a village into a lush green valley before reaching the beach. Some of the best things to do in Nai Thon include exploring rocky coves (only accessible by long-tail boat) and scuba diving, which can be arranged by the dive shops on the Beach Road.
Just a 5-minute drive from the Phuket International Airport, Nai Yang Beach is another well-loved beach destination on the island. The beach is fringed with casuarina trees and local shops for buying souvenirs dot the shore. Some part of the must-visit Sirinath National Park is also located on this beach.
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Nai Yang Beach
Just a 5-minute drive from the Phuket International Airport, Nai Yang Beach is another well-loved beach destination on the island. The beach is fringed with casuarina trees and local shops for buying souvenirs dot the shore. Some part of the must-visit Sirinath National Park is also located on this beach.
Mai Khao Beach is on the northwest coast of Phuket. This 11-km-long straight beach is still blessedly undeveloped as it's part of the Sirinat National Park. The only significant landmarks along the beach are the JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Phuket International Airport near Nai Yang Beach. The sand of Mai Khao Beach is possibly the coarsest of any on Phuket, but it's also practically deserted a lot of the time, making it possible to walk for kilometers without another soul in sight. A short distance out into the water, there's a sharp drop off into the Andaman Sea, so take care when you're going for a cooling dip. Plane spotting is a popular activity in Phuket, thanks to the ease of access to the western end of Phuket International Airport's runway, at the southern end of Mai Khao Beach. The place is idyllic: Mai Khao Beach is almost 50 meters wide at high tide at this spot, and the turquoise colors of the sea, especially between 10pm and 2pm, offer watchers stunning photo opportunities. Every day, many people gather at the end of the runway to get their photo taken with a plane. With a capacity of 30 flights per hour at Phuket Airport, you don't need to wait for too long in between planes.
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May Khao Beach
Mai Khao Beach is on the northwest coast of Phuket. This 11-km-long straight beach is still blessedly undeveloped as it's part of the Sirinat National Park. The only significant landmarks along the beach are the JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Phuket International Airport near Nai Yang Beach. The sand of Mai Khao Beach is possibly the coarsest of any on Phuket, but it's also practically deserted a lot of the time, making it possible to walk for kilometers without another soul in sight. A short distance out into the water, there's a sharp drop off into the Andaman Sea, so take care when you're going for a cooling dip. Plane spotting is a popular activity in Phuket, thanks to the ease of access to the western end of Phuket International Airport's runway, at the southern end of Mai Khao Beach. The place is idyllic: Mai Khao Beach is almost 50 meters wide at high tide at this spot, and the turquoise colors of the sea, especially between 10pm and 2pm, offer watchers stunning photo opportunities. Every day, many people gather at the end of the runway to get their photo taken with a plane. With a capacity of 30 flights per hour at Phuket Airport, you don't need to wait for too long in between planes.
There are technically 2 parts to Ao Yon Beach near Cape Panwa in Phuket, separated by a rocky headland. The smaller of the 2 is home to a large shrimp farm but is actually very attractive and virtually deserted, with a great view out to Chalong Bay and Koh Lon. Locals sit under the tree-line and small children like to play at the far western end, where an ice-cold stream coming down from the hills (there's a waterfall behind the beach) meets the sea. At the eastern end is a small, chilled-out beach club - The Cove Phuket. If you head over the hill and round the bend, you'll come to the larger part of Ao Yon Beach. Here, it's best to leave your car on the main road and walk down one of the paths leading to the sea. Ao Yon sparkles at any time of day and is a gem of a beach. If someone would have designed it, no doubt he would be accused of using too many clichés: fine white sand, overhanging coconut palms, waves twinkling in the sunlight and a bright blue sea. Ao Yon is a predominantly residential area and mostly one populated with locals. As a result, there are virtually no beach facilities - no changing room, toilets or anything of the sort. However, if you wish to hire a long-tail boat from a beach resident, it's possible if you ask around. Thai people love to hold weekend picnics on Ao Yon Beach, which is understandable as it's a lovely spot to relax in the shade. Just be sure to take your empties away with you as many residents are tired of cleaning up after visitors. The Phuket Yacht Club nearby, and as the bay is an excellent mooring location, there are a lot of yachts here and weekend activities for local children are held. The swimming is leisurely but there is no snorkelling and swimmers should not approach the pearl farms, some 150 meters out. There are a couple of small restaurants and bars on or near the larger part of Ao Yon Beach, most belonging to the small hotels there. The smaller part of the beach is home to The Cove Phuket, which has an excellent restaurant and bar. There are a couple of smaller establishments dotted around it and occasional local food vendors on the other side of the beach, near the stream.
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Ao Yon beach
5 Soi Ao-Yon KhaokhadThere are technically 2 parts to Ao Yon Beach near Cape Panwa in Phuket, separated by a rocky headland. The smaller of the 2 is home to a large shrimp farm but is actually very attractive and virtually deserted, with a great view out to Chalong Bay and Koh Lon. Locals sit under the tree-line and small children like to play at the far western end, where an ice-cold stream coming down from the hills (there's a waterfall behind the beach) meets the sea. At the eastern end is a small, chilled-out beach club - The Cove Phuket. If you head over the hill and round the bend, you'll come to the larger part of Ao Yon Beach. Here, it's best to leave your car on the main road and walk down one of the paths leading to the sea. Ao Yon sparkles at any time of day and is a gem of a beach. If someone would have designed it, no doubt he would be accused of using too many clichés: fine white sand, overhanging coconut palms, waves twinkling in the sunlight and a bright blue sea. Ao Yon is a predominantly residential area and mostly one populated with locals. As a result, there are virtually no beach facilities - no changing room, toilets or anything of the sort. However, if you wish to hire a long-tail boat from a beach resident, it's possible if you ask around. Thai people love to hold weekend picnics on Ao Yon Beach, which is understandable as it's a lovely spot to relax in the shade. Just be sure to take your empties away with you as many residents are tired of cleaning up after visitors. The Phuket Yacht Club nearby, and as the bay is an excellent mooring location, there are a lot of yachts here and weekend activities for local children are held. The swimming is leisurely but there is no snorkelling and swimmers should not approach the pearl farms, some 150 meters out. There are a couple of small restaurants and bars on or near the larger part of Ao Yon Beach, most belonging to the small hotels there. The smaller part of the beach is home to The Cove Phuket, which has an excellent restaurant and bar. There are a couple of smaller establishments dotted around it and occasional local food vendors on the other side of the beach, near the stream.