Beaches in Khao Lak

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Where the resorts are, and where the sand runs empty

Khao Lak is a string of long, quiet beaches an hour north of Phuket airport, and the main reason people come is that it is everything Patong is not.

Here is the list of 3 Beaches in Khao Lak

1. Nang Thong Beach, Khao-lak

Nang Thong Beach, Khao-lak

Located in the larger area of Khao Lak, Nang Thong Beach is located close to the village of La On. It is the most popular destination in Phang Nga Province of Thailand. Although it spans just two kilometres, this strip is packed with restaurants, bars, diving centres, and plenty of activities. It may be just 80 kilometres from Phuket, but it offers an entirely different experience.

2. Khao Lak Sunset Beach

Khao Lak Sunset Beach
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Ideal place to enjoy a romantic walk on the beach. Soak in the beauty of nature as you stroll on the golden sand with your partner on the clean beaches of Khao Lak. This particular beach is known as Sunset Beach and the name is very fitting. Coming across stall sor restaurants might not be easy but restaurants of the resorts on this beach are accessible by all.

3. Natai Beach

Natai Beach

Natai Beach is a tranquil escape located just 6 kilometres away from Phuket in the Phang Nga Province of Thailand. Here, visitors get to explore a 10-kilometre long stretch of white sands lining the clear blue waters. People have tried to keep the beach as unexploited as possible, so one would not find a lot of construction around it. However, there are some restaurants and facilities for water sports available at the attraction.

Khao Lak is also the jumping-off point for the Similan Islands. Watersports in Phuket covers the diving season, and beaches in Thailand the coast as a whole.

This post was published by Harshitha

FAQs on Beaches in Khao Lak

Is Khao Lak better than Phuket?

For a quiet beach holiday, yes. The beaches are longer and emptier and the resorts are spread out rather than stacked up. For nightlife, shopping and variety of food, Phuket wins easily.

Which beach should I stay on?

Nang Thong for restaurants and shops within walking distance, Bang Niang for a slightly quieter version with the weekly market, and Khuk Khak or Pakarang further north for near-empty sand.

How far is Khao Lak from Phuket airport?

About an hour to ninety minutes by road, depending on traffic and which beach you are heading for. Most resorts arrange transfers, and shared minivans run the route regularly.

When should I visit?

November to April. Khao Lak is on the Andaman coast, so the monsoon from May to October brings rough seas, red flags and many closed businesses, and the Similan Islands shut entirely.

Is Khao Lak good for diving?

It is the main departure point for liveaboards to the Similan and Surin islands, which are among the best dive sites in Thailand. The season runs roughly mid-October to mid-May.

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