Yes, Thailand’s Beaches Are as Beautiful as You Think
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The beaches of Thailand tick off all the boxes for a tropical paradise, including palm-lined powder-soft sand, calm turquoise water, and jungle-covered mountain backdrops. You’ll find many of these dreamy strands on islands, such as Phuket in the Andaman Sea or Koh Samui in the Gulf of Thailand. Here are some of the most beautiful beaches in Thailand worth a getaway.
Thailand’s Krabi province has long been on beach lovers’ radars, especially Railay Beach. This Insta-ready white-sand strand, reached via long-tail boat from Ao Nang, is framed by limestone cliffs, and it has many secret coves you can explore by kayak.
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The major beach resorts in Phuket are located on the island’s west coast, including the crowded (and some say seedy) Patong Beach. Located just south of Patong, Karon Beach also has beachfront hotels, bars, restaurants, and nightlife, but it has a less intense vibe if you’re looking to be more low-key.
Ko Phi Phi’s largest island, Ko Phi Phi Don, has several luscious beaches, but Long Beach is known as the most beautiful. This pristine stretch, a 5-minute long-tail boat ride from Tonsai village, has powdery soft sand and overlooks neighboring Pi Pi Leh island.
Chaweng and Lamai are both busy, tourist-driven resorts with stellar beaches and all the amenities you’d want, including water sports, restaurants, bars (don’t miss backpacker-favorite Ark Bar on Chaweng), but for a quieter experience, there’s Bophut, a former traditional fishing village with a crescent-shaped beach.
One of Phuket’s lesser-known beaches is Nai Harn, which is surrounded by jungle-covered mountains. It’s never too crowded here, and the water is calm, making it popular with families. There are a handful of Thai and seafood eateries, too, and on its southern end there’s a saltwater lagoon.
Bottle Beach, in a secluded cove and surrounded by a dense jungle, is one of the standout strands on Koh Pah Ngan, a small island in the Gulf of Thailand famous for its full-moon parties. This unspoiled beach has just a few family-owned bungalow-style hotels.
If this beach looks straight out of a movie, it’s because it is. Maya Bay, on Ko Pi Pi Leh’s southwest coast, was featured in the movie version of Alex Garland’s best-seller The Beach. It’s surrounded by limestone cliffs, and its turquoise waters are perfect for snorkeling.
Another knockout Krabi beach is Phra Nang, reached via a 10-minute walk through a cave from sister beach Railey. On this strand, you’ll be treated to stunning views of the massive limestone rock formations the Krabi coast is famous for.
South of Karon Beach, on Phuket’s west coast, lies Kata Beach. It’s popular with families (and surfers) due to its laid-back vibe. Expect snorkeling, beach massages, and beachfront restaurants. Nearby is the Big Buddha statue, one of Phuket’s most important shrines.