Phuket Beaches

Phuket beaches are spectacular, and one of the most popular travel destinations in Thailand. With warm, crystal clear turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea and a tropical climate, making Phuket an ideal place to take beach vacations and getaways .

Throughout the Island there are plenty of beaches to choose from, the beaches on the west coast are by far the best ranging from gentle crescents of powdery white sand and calm waters to rocky headlands and secluded inlets. Some of the best beaches are also the busiest and most developed with the largest concentration of hotels and resort accommodation, restaurants and shops located around Patong Beach and stretching to Kata Noi Beach in the south of the Island.

The Eastern shore is rocky and covered in thick mangroves and is adjoined by Phang Nga with its magnificent limestone Islands and hidden lagoons.

Phuket Beaches are all open to the public, although some have had resorts built on them. The only way you can gain access to some of these beaches is through the resort or by longtail boat.

Most of the Phuket beaches will have deck chairs and umbrellas for hire for around 100 baht a day, on the busier beaches such as Patong, Karon, and Kata beaches you will find restaurants and stalls selling refreshments.

You can have a beer or a soft drink, sandwiches and fruit at reasonable prices.The beach vendors will try to sell you anything from clothes to bed linen, just beware of the prices on the beach compared to the street price.

There is a range of beach activities available such as jet skis, parasailing or banana boat rides.You could enjoy a beachfront body massage and foot massage or have your nails painted or just lie back on your sunbed in the late afternoon and take in the sensational sunset.

The Best Phuket Beaches

Ao Sane Beach is a beautiful spot located within the headland North of Nai Harn Beach. This beach is three small beaches split by small rocky headlands. The Baan Krating Resort is situated in the jungle above the beach.

Banana Beach is so secluded, not many people ever find this hidden treasure

Bang Tao Beach is a large open bay stretching 8kms in length, it is the second longest beach in Phuket. With many of the best villas and luxury resorts in Phuket.

Freedom Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Phuket with soft white sand and crystal clear water surrounded by lush green mountains.

Kalim Beach is a quiet alternative to the lively Patong Beach, yet within walking distance to the nightlife of Patong.

Kamala Beach is a haven for those who prefer the quieter life. The beach is lined with restaurants and is popular with families.

Karon Beach is the second largest tourist beach in Phuket, here you will find a few large resorts and hotels and a variety of activities, restaurants and shopping.

Kata Beach is a popular destination for families, with great restaurants and accommodation options.

Kata Noi Beach is a much smaller bay, with lush green covered mountains surrounding the beach, with a few shops, hotels and restaurants.

Laem Singh Beach it is located between Kamala Beach and Surin Beach. You can find a few restaurants on the beach.

Layan Beach is beautiful, with its white sand and crystal clear waters, located at the far northern end of Bang Tao Beach.

Mai Khao Beach is located on the Northwest coast stretching 9 kilometres in length, the longest beach in Phuket. It is here that you will find JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Spa.

Nai Harn Beach is located in one of the most beautiful Bays in Phuket, the white sand stretching for almost a kilometre. It is home to the Le Royal Meridien Phuket Yacht Club

Nai Thon Beach is 1km in length and lies within the Sirinat National Park, it would have to be one of the most isolated beaches in Phuket.

Nai Thorn Beach is simply stunning with its white sand and crystal clear waters.

Nai Yang Beach is at the southern end of Mai Khao and lies within the Sirinat National Park, there are a couple of hotels at the southern end of the beach.

Pansea Beach is a small secluded beach only 250 metres long; it is located between Bang Tao Beach and Surin Beach on the North West coast. With two luxury resorts located here.

Paradise Beach is located on the same headland as Tri Tra Beach; just South of Patong.

Patong Beach is the most popular tourist beach in Phuket; stretching 2.7km in length with the greatest concentration of bars, restaurants, shops and activities on the Island.

Rawai Beach is located on the South East tip of Phuket and was the Islands first known tourist beach. A visit to this peaceful beach is a must with great views and some wonderful seafood restaurants.

Surin Beach is stunning with many luxury resorts and villas that overlook the Andaman Sea and seafood restaurants lining the beach.

Tri Tra Beach is a picturesque shady beach lined with casuarina trees with fine white sand. A relaxing beach away from the crowds.

Tri Trang Beach is close to one of Phukets finest beaches, Freedom Beach which is only accessible by longtail boat.

Yanui Beach is located South of Nai Harn Beach and Promthep Cape on the Southern tip of Phuket, a great spot for families with kids.

Phuket beaches are spectacular and they make Phuket the perfect holiday destination, the beaches on the westcoast overlooking the turquoise coloured waters of the Andaman Sea are by far the best ranging from gentle crescents of powdery white sand and calm waters to rocky headlands and secluded inlets.

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