Phuket  Thailand Beaches -Patong, Kata, Karon & More

Phuket Thailand Beaches

Phuket has a variety of beaches for you to choose from.  Whether you enjoy deserted beaches which you share only with the local crabs and various marine life, or if you like the hustle and bustle of Patong, there is definitely a beach for you here in Phuket!  Following is a brief description about the major beaches in Phuket starting from the airport and going south. We encourage you to keep Phuket's beaches clean by picking up your trash and rubbish before leaving these beautiful beaches.

** A quick word of warning**

During the monsoon season (June-November) the waves can be quite powerful and demanding for even the best swimmers.  If you see a red flag posted on the beach, please stay on shore as even though it may look calm, there are quite often rip tides which can be very strong. There are no lifeguards here, so please if in doubt stay out of the water.

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Naiyang Beach- A National Park which is very scenic and serene beach which never sees crowds.   During the monsoon season, this beach can get some pretty big waves. This beach is very close to the airport if you just can't wait to hit the beach after that long flight.

Naithon Beach- Just south of Naiyang and just north of the Laguna beach complex lies this very quiet and beautiful beach.  Even during high season, there are never too many people here.

Bang Tao Beach- You'll find many 5 star resorts close to Bang Tao.   This once quiet and deserted area has seen many changes over the last few years.   Much of the land in this area has been reclaimed and built upon.  Very nice white sand can be found here.

Surin Beach- On the way from Patong to Laguna beach, you will come past Surin beach.  The beach can become pretty crowded during the high season as there are many good small restaurants to eat at right on the beach, as well as having nice crystal clear water.  Recommended for a nice change away from Patong.

Laem Sing-  A beautiful small picturesque beach which requires going down a 200 meter path to reach the beach.  An incredibly beautiful spot where many postcard photos are taken.

Kamala Beach- This once quiet beach has seen many changes just in the last two years due to the construction of Phuket Fantasea.  Kamala Beach can be divided up into two distinct areas with one being on the far end near Phuket fantasea, and the area being right in the heart of Kamala Village.  During the high season, this beach can become quite heavily populated, but generally the crowd here is much more laid back and easy going than the beachgoers of Patong.  It's a beautiful drive from Patong to Kamala.

Patong Beach

A 5 km crescent shaped beach which opens out to deep water where many boats and ships are at anchorage.  Here is the center of Phuket's universe.  If you want to see or be seen, this is definitely where you need to be.   Although the water is not as clear here as at other beaches, many people find it very convenient to walk from their hotels.  Patong can become quite crowded in high season with the beach chairs lined up 6 or 7 rows deep!

Karon Beach

The editors favorite beach.  Absolutely beautiful with squeaky white sand, and plenty of open beach for everyone.  The water here is quite clear and calm during the high season.  A must visit for those who enjoy sun and beautiful beaches.

Kata Beach

Club Med occupies the envious location of being directly adjacent to this magnificent beach.  The sand is white, the water is clear, and there is even some good snorkeling on the north end of the beach.

Kata Noi- During the low season, this beach is quite popular with the international surfing community as there is a nice point/beach break which can hold it's shape in big waves.  Very scenic looking up at the looming mountains from here.

Naiharn Beach

Many post card photos are taken of this magnificent beach.   Quite possibly has the clearest water on the island.  It's becoming more crowded every year as the word of mouth has spread about this beach.  On the end by the Meridien Yacht club end of Naiharn is a good place for families.  On the other end of Naiharn is an area that is known for the alternative lifestyle visitors.   Parents beware.

Rawai- A quiet Muslim village area in which the local Thais come here on weekends to have an outdoor barbecue.  Definitely worth the drive from Patong.

Chalong Bay-  There's not much of a beach here, but there's beautiful views across Chalong Bay over towards Cape Panwa.

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