Joanna James
Koh Phangan is a beautiful secluded island belonging to Southern Thailand known famously as the land of coconut trees and entertaining night parties. Here are some top beaches in Koh Phangan.
Ao Nai Wok is a very peaceful bay with a long stretch of white sand beach strip. This bay is located to the north of Thong Sala, which is just a 7 minutes’ walk. The beach is an excellent place for windsurfing, sailing and kayaking due to being exposed to high winds throughout the year and because it is located close to the two small wild islands Ko Tae Nok and Ko Tae Nai.
Haad Chao Phao is yet another peaceful quiet beach located on the western shore of the island of Koh Phangan. There are many accommodation options available by this beach with many a beach resort in Koh Phangan to choose from such as Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas, which offer everything from high-end luxury rooms to low-budget rooms with excellent facilities. The beach boasts many beach bars and a few restaurants where you can enjoy the sunset while sipping wine or having a snack. Haad Chao Phao is a paradise escape for those couples seeking a place to retreat into. Haad Chao Phao Beach is also known for its wild night parties!
Haad Son is a small scenic bay with a lovely beach and fresh crystal clear water. Due to its isolated nature, it is perfect for a private romantic holiday or family vacation. The beach has preserved its low developing status and you can see lots of kids playing on the beach. Couples and families who are seeking a getaway experience from their routine work would find Haad Son Beach a fantastic place to snuggle into. Apart from the immediate beach area, the stretch further away is not conducive for swimming due to the high volume of underwater plants.
Haad Yao is a long stretch of powder-white sandy beach situated north of Haad Chao Phao. When compared with most other beaches, Haad Yao is quite developed with beach bars, ATM banking machines, restaurants and a water sports activity centre. The sea is crystal clear and beautiful near the beach area with golden sandy beaches and lots of palm trees that give shadow. This crystal-clear water enables you to go underwater and enjoy seeing the seabed, and it is perfect for those who love snorkelling. Haad Yao can be considered the best beach found on the West Coast due to its great water, infrastructure and sand. You can also find inexpensive accommodation by the beach here. This beach is also excellent for swimmers as you don’t need to go far in the mornings to swim in deep waters.
This beach is idyllic and is best known for its appeal to the people who want to snorkel or go kayaking, as the waters are calm most times of the year and provide clear views both above and under the water.
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