Where is Chandara Beach on Phuket?
• Northeast coast on Phang Nga Bay, due East from Nai Thon Beach on the West coast.
What are the GPS coordinates of Chandara Beach?
• GPS Data: 8° 3' 55.804" N, 98° 26' 26.966" E
How far is Chandara Beach from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?
• 35 kilometers is the distance from Chandara Beach to Patong
• 31 kilometers is the distance from Chandara Beach to Phuket Town
• 20 kilometers is the distance from Chandara Beach to the airport
Are taxis available at Chandara Beach?
• Yes, but probably easiest to find at Ao Po pier just to the West down Highway 4007.
What beaches are surrounding Chandara Beach?
Cape Yamu Beach is to the South. There is no beach to the North on the East coast.
Which direction does Chandara Beach face?
South.
How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Chandara Beach?
278m (304 yd.)
How wide is the beach (beach width) at Chandara Beach?
25m (27 yd.)
What is the estimated beach area of Chandara Beach?
6,950 square meters (8,312 square yd.)
How is the quality of the beach at Chandara Beach?
Shallow sand mixed with dirt.
What is the nature of the ocean floor at Chandara Beach?
Muddy sand that is filled with shells.
Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Chandara Beach?
None for the public, but the resort has them if you’re a guest.
What features/amenities are available at Chandara Beach?
This small beach is fine for laying out on a towel or beach mat, and it offers a pleasant view across the water to small islands. Many sailing yachts and other boats are typically in the shallows close by. There is a small pier here for longtail boat passengers, so they don’t have to slog through the mud to reach the beach.
Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Chandara Beach?
No
Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Chandara Beach?
No
Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Chandara Beach?
No
Is Chandara Beach a public or private beach, and are there any entrance fees?
Public, no fees.
Water quality? What is the condition of the water quality at Chandara Beach?
Good
Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Chandara Beach?
Yes, a large area suitable for dozens of boats.
Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Chandara Beach?
Yes, a small unnamed pier.
Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Chandara Beach?
Yes
Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Chandara Beach?
Yes/yes
Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Chandara Beach?
Unknown
How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Chandara Beach?
20-30m
Is there a convenience shop available at Chandara Beach?
No
Attractions? What attractions can be found at Chandara Beach?
No real attractions here, but you can book private villas at a number of places here.
Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Chandara Beach?
Laying on a beach mat for a tan or walking on the beach are your only real options.
FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Chandara Beach?
Not permitted, but if empty?
Are massages offered at Chandara Beach?
No
Is it possible to picnic at Chandara Beach?
Yes
Is it possible to surf at Chandara Beach?
No, none on the East coast.
Is smoking allowed at Chandara Beach?
Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Chandara Beach?
Stingrays are known to be common on all Phuket’s East-facing beaches.
Is there waste runoff into the sea at Chandara Beach?
Unsure