7 Most Beautiful Beaches of Phuket
A paradise for every beach lover
If there’s one place you definitely must visit for a beach vacation, it’s Phuket! With well-maintained beaches and something for every type of beach lover, you are sure to enjoy hours on your vacation with the wind in your hair and the sound of the waves floating into your ears. With so many choices though, it can be hard to decide which beaches to visit on your holiday. So here’s our list of the top seven best beaches in Phuket (in no particular order) to spend an afternoon or even the whole day!
Patong Beach
Patong Beach is usually the first that comes to mind when one thinks about Phuket, and for good reason: this beach is the most vibrant and appealing if you are looking for a place to party, and party hard. With plenty of bars, go-go bars, places to eat, and people to see, Patong Beach boasts nightlife like no other, and plenty of activity in the daytime as well. For some quiet time, you can try going toward the northern end of the beach to get away from the bustle. However, this is not a good choice of beach if you are not a fan of crowds.
Kata Beach
Easily the second-most vibrant beach after Patong Beach, Kata Beach is one of the best beaches in Phuket because there is an endless amount of things to see and do here. While still reasonably crowded, it is not as crowded as Patong, so it is more comfortable to visit even casually with your young kids. Rent a sun lounger and a parasol to curl up with a book and enjoy the breathtaking view in front of you, or even just drink, eat, and shop the day away at the retail establishments lining the beach. This beach is best accessed by staying at Club Med Phuket, Kata Beach’s next-door resort.
Freedom Beach
While technically still in the Patong area, Freedom Beach is a far cry from the boisterous Patong Beach. Quiet, secluded, and pristine, it’s not hard to see why this 300-metre stretch of beach is one of the best beaches in Phuket. However, there is a catch to visiting this beautiful beach: you can only get to it after trekking through a jungle or paying up for a long tail boat ride almost half an hour long.
Kata Noi Beach
A quieter nearby beach to Kata Beach in Phuket is Kata Noi Beach, a 700-metre beach that is relatively untouched by development compared to its vibrant neighbour. Perfect for lounging and contemplating life, there isn’t as much to do on this beach, which is why it’s great for those who need a respite from the crowds. Clean sands, clear blue water, and an especially fantastic sunset view make this beach worth the 20-minute walk from Kata Beach if you have the time.
Kamala Beach
Up north from Patong is Kamala Beach, which is one of the more serene beaches on this list. Providing a change of pace from the more touristy beaches around Phuket, this beach has shallow waters that are not too choppy, making it suitable for families with young children or those who just want to relax in the water. If you plan to visit this beach, you may as well also make a trip to the nearby Fantasea Park, which has plenty of places to shop, take photographs, eat, and entertain everyone in your entourage.
Nai Harn Beach
Surrounded by lush greenery and being minimally developed, Nai Harn Beach is one of the best beaches in Phuket to visit if you want more natural views rather than the built-for-tourists offerings of other popular beaches. You are likely to find more locals than tourists on this beach anyway. This beach has calm waters in high season, but in the low seasons, currents can get pretty strong. There is also a lake behind the beach where you can take a romantic ride in swan-shaped pedalos or go fishing.
Karon Beach
While not as popular as other hotspots in Phuket like Kata Beach or Patong Beach, Karon Beach still holds its own as one of the most-visited beaches in the region. The second-longest beach in Phuket at three kilometres long, Karon Beach has gorgeous turquoise waters and clean white sands, but at the same time, offers plenty to do for the restless adrenaline junkie who can’t sit still. Go parasailing, kayaking, snorkelling, and jet-skiing, among other activities, but watch out for rough waters during the rainy season.
With all these selections of exceptional beaches to visit, why would you hesitate to pack up and your bags and fly to Phuket? Come book your stay with us to visit not only the nearby Kata Beach, but the rest of Phuket’s best beaches as well!