Best Thailand Beaches

Thailand Beaches: Similan Islands. Photo by dia_n

Thailand Beaches – Introduction

The first reason why most tourists choose to holiday kingdom of Thailand – is its heavenly beaches. Those tourists who come to this country from other experiences are also not miss the opportunity to soak up one of the beaches of Thailand. Not surprisingly, because the beauty and uniqueness of Thailand beaches are world famous!

Many areas and islands are the territory of the national parks, so the nature of these places remains virtually untouched by man. At different times on the Thailand beaches were shooting the famous cinema and commercials. It should be noted that all of the beaches in the country are mainly sandy.

Thailand Beaches: Similan Islands Landscape. Photo by Fred von Lohmann

Due to the fact that Thailand has quite a long coastline and many islands – a choice of beaches here are very large. Each traveler can choose the beach that it is the soul.

On the mainland resorts beaches are common, urban. The beaches are very crowded, and relax both tourists and local Thais. Usually in the afternoon beaches lined with deck chairs and tables that each camper can take over a very small amount for an unlimited time. Walk along the beach vendors offering tourists to buy fruit, snacks, souvenirs, light clothing without getting a sunbed.

Also on the beach often offer a traditional Thai massage or invite to their tattoo parlors for henna body painting or drawing of this tattoo.

Thailand Beaches: Koh Phi Phi During the storm. Photo by Greg Knapp

The sand on the city beaches is ordinary, not shallow. Sometimes the garbage can occur, but in the evenings sure to clean the beaches. The water is always warm, but not very clear.

By evening the beds clean, the water move away and becomes a little clearer, and the coastline becomes wider and more spacious. Along the beach there are street carts with fruit and preparing food. Thai families and tourists come ashore to dine .

Local kids running along the beach, offering vacationers to buy and run into the night sky Sky Lanterns. The atmosphere is very cozy and relaxing.

Thailand Beaches: Koh Payham in the Sunset. Photo by naturalbornstupid

But still, those tourists who wish to find perfect Thailand beaches with ideally pure sand with crystal clear water, are usually going to the islands, as far as some of them can be easily, quickly and inexpensively accessible by local boats.

On the islands you can find a very diverse beaches. There is also noisy, crowded, with many shops and cafes where you can have fun both day and night. But there are also quieter with secluded coves and bays, where you can feel hidden from prying eyes.

To understand the beauty and diversity of a beach holiday, you should pay attention to the best beaches of the most popular resorts in Thailand.

Thailand Beaches: Pattaya

In the popular resort town of Pattaya in Thailand has several beaches, which stretch one after the other along the coast of the Gulf of Thailand: Pattaya Beach, Jomtien, Hat Toei Ngam, Hat Nang Rong, Chomthian, Wong Phra Chan, Dongtan, Hat Thian Tail Nang and Hat Ram.

Thailand Beaches: Pattaya Beach. Photo by Arentas

Pattaya Beach is located in the central part of town, along a busy street, where are shopping centers and markets, rich nightlife. Therefore, this beach is the most populous in Pattaya, you can meet all kinds of people from all over the city.

Jomtien Beach is located just south and is also quite popular. But this beach is noticeably cleaner, and especially pleasant walk along the beach in the evenings. Other beaches are located on the outskirts of the city or close to them and are the most calm and clean throughout Pattaya. Some of them are protected and have the entrance fee.

Thailand Beaches: Hua Hin

The beaches of Hua Hin called royal, and it’s not by accident. Back in the 20’s of the last century, the King of Thailand Rama VII began construction of his residence at Hua Hin, since so admired the beauty of these places.

Thailand Beaches: Hua Hin Beach – Khao Sam Roi Yot Park. Photo by Dominic Rivard

Today, the royal family of Rama IX likes to relax on the shores of the resort. Hua Hin is famous for its wide and clean beach (Hua Hin Beach). The tourists who want to feel the spirit of a beach vacation and to review the attractions of the country and its capital Bangkok love to visit this beach.

This resort has easy access to all major tourist routes that do not go to the detriment of the quality of a beach holiday.

Thailand Beaches: Koh Samui Island

Thailand Beaches: Southern end of Lamai Beach, Koh Samui. Photo by AdiMeyerhofer

Lamai Beach on the island of Koh Samui perfectly combines all the charm of a beach and outdoor activities. There’s always something to do besides sunbathing. Clean Coast, the beautiful sea, water, Extreme entertainment and fun evening activities. All this makes the beach of Lamai most favorite destination of tourists on Samui.

Thailand Beaches: Koh Samet Island

Thailand Beaches: Koh Samet. Photo by Mark Lehmkuhler

Samet Island loved by tourists because of its tropical and green park beaches. The most popular of them are located in the eastern part, it is Hat Sai Kaew and Ao Hin Khok. This gorgeous white sand, clear warm sea, and along the beach, restaurants and bars are located. More wild beaches are in the southern part of the island.

Thailand Beaches: Koh Chang Island

Thailand Beaches: Koh Chang – White Sand Beach. Photo by Kullez

Koh Chang Island has collected a wide variety of beaches, each with its own distinctive character. There is a wild and totally deserted beaches and very popular, where people come to relax, not only for tourists but also locals. The most favorite beach holiday is the White Sand (White Sand Beach). Its popularity does not prevent him look like a pristine beach of the jungle, which is what makes it special.

Thailand Beaches: Krabi Province

Krabi Province, in my opinion, is the best place for the wild beach holiday. Why do I call this a wild beach vacation? – Because this is where people rest on towels or on the sand.

Thailand Beaches: Sunset at Ao Nang Beach in Krabi Province. Photo by Mikhail Koninin

Many beaches of Krabi are not equipped beach areas with sun loungers and umbrellas, protecting from the sun, but it is in Krabi you can find the best places for privacy.

I advise you to visit the following beaches in Krabi: Railay Beach (East and West), Phra Nang Beach, Koh Poda.

Thailand Beaches: Sunset on Railay Beach in Krabi Province. Photo by Mark Fischer

Thailand Beaches: Koh Poda Beach in Krabi Province. Photo by Pietro Motta

Thailand Beaches: Phra Nang Beach in Krabi Province. Photo by Mark Fischer

Separately, you can visit the island Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Lay. It was on one of these islands is a fabulous Maya Bay, where the shooting took place the film “The Beach”.

As I advise to visit Bamboo Island on the way from Krabi to Phi Phi Islands.

Thailand Beaches: Koh Phi Phi Don Beach in Krabi Province. Photo by Kullez

Thailand Beaches: Koh Phi Phi Lei Islands – Maya Bay, Ktabi Province. Photo by msharkie

For more information on the beaches of Krabi you can find in my article-exhaustive photo report: My first solo (couple) travels to Thailand . More information about May Bay you can also read in my post Maya Beach Thailand

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