Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
Phuket has more than 40 beaches, which is more than most people imagine for such a small island. But, strangely, travellers tend to stay on a few popular ones: Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, Nai Harn, Bangtao beach and Mai Khao beach. Some are a little more hidden but still quite busy: Laem Singh (at the time it was open to the public), Paradise and Freedom beaches, Nai Yang and Nai Thon and the small Ya Nui Beach. Then you have the really remote places: Ao Yon, Ao Sane and Banana Beach and Sai Kaew Beach.
What to do in Patong Beach? [toc] Patong Beach is the most popular beach resort town in Phuket, with a 3 km long beach and an immense choice of hotels, restaurants and shops, and legendary nightlife. What makes it so attractive to many is often what other people dislike most about it. Patong can be big, bold, crowded, bright and loud in normal years, yet millions of people can flock
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What to do in Karon Beach? [toc] Karon is one of the longest beaches in Phuket, ranking 3rd on our beach popularity page. It enjoys a 3 kilometres stretch of white sand, a decent choice of dining and nightlife, and never seems to draw crowds of tourists, which is a good thing. Karon is known for its big beach with big hotels lined across the frontage road and the small
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Where to stay in Phuket? [toc] Deciding where to stay in Phuket and the right beach to book your hotel in Phuket can significantly impact your holiday. There are 44 beaches in Phuket, and they can be divided into four categories, plus Phuket Town, of course: The main beach resorts where you can book a hotel: The beach where most people book their hotels are Patong Beach, Kata Beach, Karon
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What are the best beaches in Phuket? [toc] What is the most beautiful beach in Phuket; a frequent and challenging question to answer since everyone likes a beach for so many different reasons. Somehow, there are two kinds of beaches in Phuket: those where people book their hotel and those where people spend the day. Beaches where people book their hotel: Most people like to book their hotel in Patong,
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All the beaches of Phuket in one page [toc] There are no less than 44 Phuket Beaches now on our list! A few are crowded, many are quiet, some are hidden, and some are still secret. However, there are many beautiful beaches where you can walk alone for kilometres, even during the high season. Here is our updated list of Phuket beaches in alphabetical order. Some are easy to find;
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Where are the secret beaches of Phuket? [toc] There are still secret beaches in Phuket and some hidden and quiet spots, most of which are beautiful. Of course, some are difficult to find, but surprisingly many are in plain sight and easy to access. People are just not trying very hard to find them. Despite the permanent tourist complaints, more than ten beaches range from 'quiet' to 'deserted'. Most don't
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What to do in Bangtao Beach? [toc] Bang Tao Beach (or Bangtao) is one of the longest beaches in Phuket, halfway between Phuket airport and Patong Beach on the island's west coast and part of the Cherngtalay area. With such a beautiful stretch of sand, it's no surprise why Bangtao has become the home of some of the largest and most luxurious resorts on the island, such as Banyan Tree
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What to do in Nai Harn Beach? [toc] Nai Harn is a superb beach with soft and smooth white sand tucked between green hills and a couple of tiny islands in the very south of Phuket. More laid back than west coast tourist spots, Nai Harn has enough restaurants, hotels and shops near the beach for a great day and has remained relatively untouched. The protected bay offers great anchorage
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What to do in Kamala Beach? [toc] Kamala Beach is a very nice beach with a tranquil atmosphere on the west coast of Phuket, popular with families and travellers who prefer a quiet holiday. The beach is immense and features many excellent Thai and international restaurants right on the beach, a rare luxury in Phuket. Its popularity expanded with the new Pine Beach Bar opening at The Intercontinental Hotel or
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What to do in Kata Beach? [toc] Kata Beach is a beautiful beach on the west coast of Phuket island and one of the most visited beaches in Phuket after Patong Beach. Kata enjoys a lovely sandy bay with an incredibly blue sea and an iconic island standing in the ocean, making excellent sunset photos. The town stretches for 2 kilometres along the back road, but keep in mind that
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Where to surf in Phuket? [toc] Phuket surfing mostly happens along the west coast, where you can get decent wave action. Waves are not huge but are great for beginners, and competitions are frequent during the low season. You will easily find board rental shops, and surf lessons are widely available at busier beaches. When to surf in Phuket? Phuket surfing is best from May to October, which is the
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What to Do on Tri Trang Beach? [toc] Tri Trang Beach is just a few kilometres south of Patong Beach and is a superb and unsuspected haven of peace. There used to be a lot of confusion about the names of the four beaches around this peninsula: Merlin Beach, Tri Trang Beach, Paradise Beach and Freedom Beach. In the past, Tri Trang was sometimes called 'Emerald Beach' or 'Crystal Beach'. Because
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What to do on Mai Khao Beach? [toc] Mai Khao is 11 kilometres long and is therefore, the longest beach in Phuket. Because it is part of the Sirinat National Park, it still looks in some parts as deserted as when we first visited it in 1990. A few luxury hotels appeared at a respectable distance from the beach, but there are no beach chairs, no umbrellas and no food
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Where to Snorkel in Phuket? [toc] What are the best snorkelling beaches in Phuket? Not all the beaches here are suitable for admiring sea life, and as we were often asked which is best, we listed beaches with nice rocky areas here. None will be as beautiful as Coral Island or Similan Islands, but they will have enough marine life to make your day. The best beaches are often remote
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What is the secret of Freedom Beach? [toc] The beautiful and secluded Freedom Beach is an anomaly. It is one of the prettiest beaches in Phuket, with incredibly soft white sand and clear blue waters. It is just a few minutes away from Patong Beach, the busiest beach on the island and yet, it is surprisingly peaceful and quiet. So what is the secret of Freedom Beach? Freedom Beach Video
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Update 2022: Laem Singh is accessible by boat and now by land! [toc] Laem Singh beach is accessible again? Yes, it is now! Laem Singh Beach is one of Phuket's most beautiful beaches, but it was closed in April 2017. It looks excellent in any weather, like being in the Caribbean, a bit nostalgic, very green with palm trees leaning over the sand and now, you can have the beach
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One of Phuket's most beautiful beaches [toc] Kata Noi Beach is a beautiful sandy bay and a perfect spot in Phuket if you want to be near the famous Kata Beach while staying away from the tourist crowds. This strand of white sand is blessed with incredibly clear blue water during the high season, and its location out of the way keeps it relatively quiet. Unless you know about it,
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Visiting Phuket in 2 Days [toc] Visiting Phuket in two days without rushing is possible because the island is relatively small, but it certainly will be a busy exploration. Three days would allow a lot more, but this overview should enable you to stop at the prominent landmarks and small beaches. We will skip the tourist beaches; you know where they are, and you can include them if you want
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What to Do in Naithon Beach? [toc] Naithon Beach is one of these little-known beaches on the west coast of Phuket, far from crowded areas such as Patong Beach or Kata Beach. People chose to stay here to find a peaceful village with just enough restaurants and hotels not to feel too remote but still all the necessary facilities you need for a great holiday. Phuket being such a small
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What to do in Naiyang Beach? [toc] Naiyang Beach is one of those out-of-the-beaten-tracks hidden gems, little known to first-timers but very popular with returning travellers. Beautiful, shaded, and full of tiny fun bars and restaurants, Nai Yang remains peaceful like most of the northern beaches of Phuket because it is not along the main roads. Nai Yang Beach Video With a vast beach, a shallow sea, and many trees
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