Phuket Beach Guide: Where To Go for Your Favourite Beach Activity

It is a well-known fact that beach lovers are spoilt for choice on tropical Phuket. The island is home to an array of sandy shores that charm a myriad of travellers, ranging from laid-back beach bums and tanned sunbathers to energetic water sports enthusiasts and trendy night revellers. If you’re wondering where to begin, this Phuket beach guide will help point you toward the perfect stretch of sand for your favorite seaside activity.

With numerous beaches on the island, it can be hard to make your choice when it comes to picking the best spot to head to for your favourite beach activity. The beach fanatics on our team help to make things a little simpler for you, by putting together a Phuket Beach Guide:

Party

Patong Beach

Ask any enthusiastic party-goer about the locations of hip and happening nightspots in Phuket, and it is likely that he or she will chime, ‘Patong Beach, of course!’

After sunset, the town turns into a hot spot of bustling nightlife. Be in the thick of action at Soi Bangla by exploring its neon-lit streets filled with restaurants, pubs, GoGo Bars, beer bars and glitzy discos.

Karon Beach

The hustle and bustle of Patong may not be everyone’s cup of tea. If you find the crowded streets of Patong too chaotic for your liking, venture instead towards Karon Beach. Sandwiched between Kata and Patong Beach, the coasts of Karon offer a diverse range of entertainment options that will appeal to travellers with varying interests. Vacation makers seeking a night of revelry will find a good selection of nightlife spots close to Karon Centre, as well as the southern end of Karon beach near Luang Poh Chuan Road.

Snorkeling

Laem Singh Beach

Flanked by Kamala and Surin Beach, Laem Singh Beach is a slice of paradise along the western coastlines of Phuket. Water sports enthusiasts will be delighted to venture to the southern end of the beach, for it presents an excellent site for snorkeling. If you would like to be surrounded by a myriad of beautiful marine creatures, we offer a simple tip – bring along some bread, and break them up into chunks to feed the fishes. You will find yourself being enveloped by flocks of fishes in no time!

Paradise Beach

True to its name, Paradise Beach is a striking beauty that captivates beach-goers with its picturesque coasts. The gorgeous coral reefs of the beach makes it a great spot for snorkeling.

Surfing

Kalim Beach

Regarded as one of the best surfing sites on the island, Kalim Beach hosts a number of surfing competitions throughout the year. Do not wait a moment longer – grab your surf board, head down to the coast and get ready for a wet and wild adventure!

Swimming

Find the perfect location for swimming on this Phuket beach guide:

Laem Ka Beach

The gentle waters of Laem Ka Beach make it a popular spot for beach bums. Of course, especially those who are keen on getting a good swim in the tropical waters. The best section of the beach for swimmers lies at the northern end. It is considerably less rocky if you compare it to other sections of the coast. Safe and serene, the waters at Laem Ka Beach draw avid swimmers of all ages.

Unwind and Relax

Layan Beach

Are you searching for a quiet coast to spend a lazy afternoon under the sun?

If you have answered yes, fill up your tote bag with beach essentials and vacations reads. Then you can go along and make your way over to Layan Beach. You can find it on the western coasts of Phuket. It is a tranquil coast lined with shady palms and towering pine trees.

Unlike other popular and ‘touristic’ beaches in Phuket, one will not find long, snaking lines of beach chairs and umbrellas. The coast remains relatively quiet and empty. There may be a handful of beach-goers, a restaurant and a small selection of shops selling fruit and drinks,

Emerald Beach

Emerald Beach is a hidden gem that draws beach-goers keen on chilling out along an isolated coast. It is atop a headland in the south of Patong. Sun-seekers can look forward to a good sunbathing session, for a large portion of the unshaded coast basks under direct sunlight.

Arm yourself with a trusty pair of shades and a bottle of rich suntanning oil, before you lay back and relax. You can use on one of the sun beds along the beach!

Wine and Dine

Surin Beach

Pretty as a painting, Surin Beach boasts a fine stretch of pristine white sand and sparkling turquoise waters. The scenic surroundings offer an intimate ambience, totally perfect for a romantic night out. Dress up in your best, and venture out to one of the fine-dining restaurants and posh bars overlooking the beautiful coast!