Seaside Paradise Top 50 Beaches & Islands in Thailand
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Seaside Paradise Top 50 beaches & islands in Thailand. The Indochinese peninsula is a magical land ranking second to none. Two oceans run parallel to the coastline spanning an impressive distance of more than 2,600 kilometres. More than 900 islands and islets dot the waters off the expansive coasts and enjoy the embrace of the gorgeous turquoise blue ocean. Taking the time to explore even just a tiny fraction of the seas and beaches in Thailand will provide you with a personal, magical and unforgettable experience. Taking in the picturesque landscape and a blissful journey along the Indochinese peninsula is one travel experience sure to provide you with fond memories that will remain dear to your heart for years to come. “Seaside Paradises” is a compilation of colourful accounts from various seaside destinations in Thailand. Let this guide lead you and your family on an unforgettable journey accompanied by the sea breezes at your back and the sun on your shoulder. The gorgeous tropical colours of the beaches, fun activities for couples, and simple indulgences that Mother Nature alone can provide for are sure to create the perfect atmosphere for a remarkable tropical holiday. Contents Bangkok NATURAL Beaches Page ROMANTIC Beaches Page 1 Ko Kham, Chon Buri Province 8 15 Ko Kut, Trat Province 54 36 Pattaya 2 Ko Samae San, Chon Buri Province 10 16 Ko Mak, Trat Province 58 37 Hua Hin 46 3 Hat Sam Roi Yot, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province 12 17 Hat Khung Wiman, Chanthaburi Province 60 47 20 45 4 Mu Ko Ang Thong, Surat Thani Province 14 18 Ko Man Nok, Rayong Province 64 21 1 2 35 18 5 Mu Ko Surin, Phang-nga Province 18 19 Ao Kio, Ko Samet, Rayong Province 66 3 19 17 6 Ko Phra Thong, Phang-nga Province 22 20 Hat Tawan Ron, Chon Buri Province 68 44 16 7 Mu Ko Similan, Phang-nga Province 26 21 Hat Pran Buri, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province 72 N 22 8 Ao Phang-nga, Phang-nga Province 30 22 Hat Ban Krut, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province 76 15 9 Mu Ko Hong, Krabi Province 32 23 Ko Thalu, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province 80 23 W E 10 Ko Phi Phi Le, Krabi Province 36 24 Ko Nang Yuan, Surat Thani Province 84 11 Ko Rok, Krabi Province 38 25 Ao Thong Nai Pan, Ko Pha-ngan 86 12 Ko Muk, Krabi Province 42 26 Hat Mae Nam & Hat Bo Phut, Ko Samui 90 S 13 Ko Lao Liang, Trang Province 44 27 Hat Na Dan, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province 94 24 38 14 Mu Ko Tarutao, Satun Province 48 28 Ko Yao Noi, Phang-nga Province 98 25 29 Ko Racha, Phuket Province 102 26 Samui 5 39 30 Hat Khlong Muang, Krabi Province 106 6 4 48 COLOURFUL Beaches Page 31 Hat Bakantiang, Ko Lanta, Krabi Province 110 7 35 Hat Sai Kaeo, Ko Samet, Rayong Province 126 32 Ko Ngai, Krabi Province 114 27 36 Hat Pattaya, Chon Buri Province 130 33 Ko Kradan, Trang Province 118 49 37 Hat Ta Waen, Ko Lan, Chon Buri Province 134 34 Ko Li Pe, Satun Province 120 38 Hat Sai Ri, Ko Tao, Surat Thani Province 138 8 39 Hat Chaweng, Ko Samui 142 28 FAMILY Beaches Page Phuket 40 40 Hat Patong, Phuket Province 146 10 30 Krabi 44 Hat Khlong Phrao, Ko Chang, Trat Province 164 50 41 Ko He, Phuket Province 150 9 43 45 Hat Mae Ramphueang, Rayong Province 168 31 42 Ko Phi Phi Don, Krabi Province 154 41 42 43 Ao Rai Le, Krabi Province 158 46 Hat Jomtien, Chon Buri Province 170 29 11 32 47 Hat Hua Hin, Prachuab Khirikhan Province 174 33 12 48 Hat Lamai, Ko Samui 178 13 49 Hat Khao Lak, Phang-nga Province 182 50 Hat Karon & Kata, Phuket Province 186 34 14 Natural Beaches “Sea is life” is not an overstatement. Three fourths of the earth is covered with water and an ocean habitat. of species. “Natural beach” celebrates the purity of the ocean ecosystem; the underwater world serving as a seawaters provide for. Both above and below the water’s surface, from beaches to mangrove forests and beach forests to underwater explorations, all are inter-connected in the most mythical and magical way that will entice you to explore further and won’t disappoint your curiosity. 8 Seaside PARADISE To Pattaya Chon Buri Sattahip Nature Insight N Ko Kham Chon Buri Province “Reviving Coral Project” Most people have been thinking that coral is a plant rather than an Ban Samae San animal. In fact, coral is an invertebrate similar to a sea anemone Ko Kham Ko Samae San branches. Naturally, it produces limestone to protect its soft body. Since the sea has been affected by El Niño causing the rapid rising of the sea temperature, coral bleaching has occurred. Some corals Activity could revive but others could not. When the number of the coral is Snorkelling : Renting equipment costs t 30 Baht. The Royal Thai Navy decided to establish this project to revive the corals. According to several studies, Ko Kham has suitable ecology for t Exploring the coral reef by glass - bottom boat, which is included with the ticket price. Useful Tips Toilets facilities are available but the restaurant is not open everyday, so it is advisable to bring your own food and beverage. Do not forget to take your rubbish back with you. How to Get There Ko Kham belongs to Mu Ko Samae San growing corals as the seawater is transparent enough to allow the in Chon Buri which is 4 km from the Ban right amount of light into the water and the temperature of the water Samae San shore, Sattahip, Chon Buri. A tiny island which is not far from the coast of Sattahip is Ko Kham or try exploring the island by rambling on is rather stable as well as the degree of saltiness is perfect for corals The island can be reached by marine ship the navy conservation area. Therefore, the island is not the wooden pathway, which takes about half an to grow. Therefore, as part of this project, the navy team picked the which departs from Thai Island and Sea invaded by civilisation. Unnecessary buildings do not exist here hour. Natural History Museum. On the weekend, except toilets and small shelters. A one-day trip to Ko Kham Another must-do activity is to explore brought it to the deep water. The outcome was positive as the corals needs to be booked in advance since activities involving the coral garden which is under the surveillance grew rapidly and healthily. As a consequence, this area has also 15-20 minutes to reach the island. The return conserving the environment such as growing coral are of the Royal Thai Navy. This undersea spot is become the hospital for healing coral reefs nearby. Coral reaching ticket costs 200 Baht for each passenger. usually held on the island. Besides, the island serves as a small utterly unspoiled. At the far end of the array of adulthood would be sent to the area where there is a lack of abodes (Recommend to book in advance) nature study classroom for people who want to learn about buoys is the swimming zone where sea Tel. +66 8 6835 3231 or +66 8 9936 9409) nature as well as for those who want a peaceful hideaway anemones are abundant as well as tiny Nemo, hospital to heal then returned back to their origin to continue their and need clean air. Wind yourself up with the clean beach of which is an adorable and famous fish to most duties. N 12° 34’ 24”, E 100° 55’ 60” Best time to travel. Jan-Apr 10 Seaside PARADISE Seaside PARADISE 11 Nature Insight “The guardian of the sand” The guardian which needs to be acknowledged is the tiny grasses on the beach which to dry weather and can grow well on the sand, therefore, it is often found on the beach. Its duty is not only growing up to cover the sand but also to fortify sand ridges not to dissolve when waves and wind are heavily hitting the shore. In turn this sand ridge will protect us when the strong storm is approaching the beach. Spinifex littoreus is a tiny guardian which is just at the tip on our noses. To Pattaya Chon Buri Furthermore, the soft sand and crystal clear Sattahip N blue sea make it hard to believe that this island is just 2 hours away from the busy capital of Thailand. The name of this beach is called after the name of a type of grass which Ban Samae San is found along the coast. This kind of grass has an uncommon look similar to an urchin. Sometimes the wind blows this grass away Ko Kham and it will adorably roll over on the ground. Ko Samae San Not many facilities are available on the island. Eco Activity There are only a shelter and deck chairs and t Biking around the island. the breathtaking beach. However, these seem t Swimming and sightseeing to be good enough to make us happy and How to Get There the landscape of the meadow at Hat Luk Lom which can be Ko Samae San is 1.4 km away from Ko Samae San accessed by bicycle. the coast of Ban Samae San in t Snorkelling where the Chon Buri which can be reached from Chon Buri Province equipment can be hired from Thai Island and Sea Natural History Ko Samae San, preserved by the Royal Thai Navy, is the home for sea the pier and on Hat Luk Lom turtles to hatch eggs, the abode for rare plants and the safe home for Beach.