Khao Kad Beach

Khao Kad Beach is the first beach on the west side of Cape Panwa, on Phuket’s east coast. Panwa Beaches, and the entire area is a quiet and secluded oasis away from the noise and traffic of Phuket Town and the highways. A quick drive up to Phuket Town for great shopping, or an easy trip to one of the many islands offshore make this a great location to stay for your vacation in Phuket.

If you’re over at the Phuket Aquarium, you might stop by to see Khao Kad Beach for sunset, or a cold drink. The beach is just a very short drive up Soi Ao Yon Khao khad to reach it.

As you can see in our Khao Kad Beach video, the beach is wide enough to throw down a blanket or beach mat, and the sunsets can be spectacular. There is a Thai massage service in an open-walled building facing the beach.

A small café (green building) serves many varieties of fruit smoothies, coffee, and tea if you’re thirsty or need a pick-me-up. There is a small Halal restaurant on Khao Kad Beach and they have a sign touting availability of mopeds, rooms, and taxi service. There are a few kayaks leaning on the fence to the left, and they can probably be rented if you’re interested. Keep in mind, the mud here is thick. Though not ideal for swimming since at low tide it’s a mudflat, most visitors come to enjoy the tranquility and the fresh seafood and cold drinks served up at the Beach Bar. If you turn up here in the morning, you’ll likely have the beach to yourself.

Not far away is the Tarzan Adventure Phuket zip-lines outfit where you can glide through the trees in harnesses. The tour is about an hour and costs around 3,000 Thai baht per person. Most reviewers thought it was worth it.

Smaller yachts and catamarans can be anchored off-shore in this spot, and you will usually have some company as this is a somewhat popular spot for tourist boats.

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Where is Khao Kad Beach on Phuket?
• East side of Phuket on the West side of Cape Panwa, South of Phuket Town and North of Rawai Beach.
What are the GPS coordinates of Khao Kad Beach?
• GPS Data: 7° 49’ 03” N, 98° 23’ 05” E
How far is Khao Kad Beach from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?
23 kilometers is the distance from Khao Kad Beach to Patong
39 kilometers is the distance from Khao Kad Beach to Phuket Town
40 kilometers is the distance from Khao Kad Beach to the airport
Are taxis available at Khao Kad Beach?
• Yes
What beaches are surrounding Khao Kad Beach?
Pa Lai Beach is to the North; Ao Yon Yai is to the West.
Which direction does Khao Kad Beach face?
West.
How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Khao Kad Beach?
1.6 kilometers (1 mi.). There are multiple beaches on Cape Panwa that are labeled “Panwa Beach” on Google maps, so it’s impossible to figure out which, or even if there is one official Panwa Beach. This listing includes only Cape Panwa Beach which faces Koh Lon Island.
How wide is the beach (beach width) at Khao Kad Beach?
Average around 9 meters (10 yd.)
What is the estimated beach area of Khao Kad Beach?
14,400 square meters (17,222 square yd.)
How is the quality of the beach at Khao Kad Beach?

Sand not especially nice, there are shells and rocks mixed with dirt.

What is the nature of the ocean floor at Khao Kad Beach?
Mostly sand, but not so soft – some rocks and shells.
Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Khao Kad Beach?
Available at resorts, but no public facilities.
What features/amenities are available at Khao Kad Beach?

Khao Kad Beach faces directly West, so is good for sunset.

Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Khao Kad Beach?
No
Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Khao Kad Beach?
No, only at the hotels.
Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Khao Kad Beach?
No, only at the hotels.
Is Khao Kad Beach a public or private beach, and are there any entrance fees?
Public and no fees.
Water quality? What is the condition of the water quality at Khao Kad Beach?
Very good.
Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes, there are usually boats anchored off the coast here.
Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Khao Kad Beach?
None
Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes/yes
Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Khao Kad Beach?
6-8m
Is there a convenience shop available at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
Attractions? What attractions can be found at Khao Kad Beach?

The allure of Khao Kad Beach and the entire cape is that it’s a natural oasis very close to Phuket Town and the noise of Phuket. A great little getaway area with close access to town. Patong Beach is 24 km (15 mi.) away.

Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Khao Kad Beach?

The beach is big enough to kick a ball around, or throw a disc. There are some blue kayaks on the side of the small restaurant at the south end of the beach that are for rent. Keep in mind, the muddy sand is deep. There is a Thai massage table next to the restaurant.

FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Khao Kad Beach?
Not permitted, but if empty?
Are massages offered at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
Is it possible to picnic at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
Is it possible to surf at Khao Kad Beach?

None – wrong side of Phuket Island.

Is smoking allowed at Khao Kad Beach?

High fines possible.

Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Khao Kad Beach?

Some sharp shells and rocks in the sand. Rocks under the water. Stingrays have been seen at beaches all over Khao Kad. They hide under the sand, flipping the tail and stinging with barbs with venom. The pain is similar to jellyfish.

Is there waste runoff into the sea at Khao Kad Beach?
A small amount - South.

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Beach Restaurants / Bars Khao Kad Beach
  • At the Beach Restaurant & Bar

    At the Beach – This is a cozy beach bar restaurant right on the sandy beach. There are a variety of table styles including hardwood and plastic. Kind of a mishmash of whatever works. They serve Thai seafood primarily with a few Western appetizers and desserts. Prices were mentioned as reasonable by a number of guests. Some complained the service was slow, but they do get filled to capacity around sunset.

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  • My Beach Resort

    My Beach Resort – This one is also on the West side of Cape Panwa and offers great views and a sort of private oasis from the noise of Phuket. Large rooms with connecting family rooms give it an extra roomy feel. Guests report good service and local guides rate this property highly. Rating is 4.5 out of 5 stars at Google.

    Rates start around 4,000 THB nightly in the off season months.

  • Panwa Boutique Beachfront

    Panwa Boutique Beach – Located on the West side of Cape Panwa. It isn’t far from, and is only twenty-five kilometers from Patong Beach, so it’s a bit of a drive to get to the nightlife, but has easy access to Phuket Town for shopping and restaurants. Modern amenities and slightly dated rooms. For the price, Panwa Boutique Beachfront resort is a great value.

    Starting around 1,300 THB per night in the off season.

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Khao Kad Beach

Khao Kad Beach is the first beach on the west side of Cape Panwa, on Phuket’s east coast. Panwa Beaches, and the entire area is a quiet and secluded oasis away from the noise and traffic of Phuket Town and the highways. A quick drive up to Phuket Town for great shopping, or an easy trip to one of the many islands offshore make this a great location to stay for your vacation in Phuket.

If you’re over at the Phuket Aquarium, you might stop by to see Khao Kad Beach for sunset, or a cold drink. The beach is just a very short drive up Soi Ao Yon Khao khad to reach it.

As you can see in our Khao Kad Beach video, the beach is wide enough to throw down a blanket or beach mat, and the sunsets can be spectacular. There is a Thai massage service in an open-walled building facing the beach.

A small café (green building) serves many varieties of fruit smoothies, coffee, and tea if you’re thirsty or need a pick-me-up. There is a small Halal restaurant on Khao Kad Beach and they have a sign touting availability of mopeds, rooms, and taxi service. There are a few kayaks leaning on the fence to the left, and they can probably be rented if you’re interested. Keep in mind, the mud here is thick. Though not ideal for swimming since at low tide it’s a mudflat, most visitors come to enjoy the tranquility and the fresh seafood and cold drinks served up at the Beach Bar. If you turn up here in the morning, you’ll likely have the beach to yourself.

Not far away is the Tarzan Adventure Phuket zip-lines outfit where you can glide through the trees in harnesses. The tour is about an hour and costs around 3,000 Thai baht per person. Most reviewers thought it was worth it.

Smaller yachts and catamarans can be anchored off-shore in this spot, and you will usually have some company as this is a somewhat popular spot for tourist boats.

Where is Khao Kad Beach on Phuket?
• East side of Phuket on the West side of Cape Panwa, South of Phuket Town and North of Rawai Beach.
What are the GPS coordinates of Khao Kad Beach?
• GPS Data: 7° 49’ 03” N, 98° 23’ 05” E
How far is Khao Kad Beach from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?
23 kilometers is the distance from Khao Kad Beach to Patong
39 kilometers is the distance from Khao Kad Beach to Phuket Town
40 kilometers is the distance from Khao Kad Beach to the airport
Are taxis available at Khao Kad Beach?
• Yes
What beaches are surrounding Khao Kad Beach?
Pa Lai Beach is to the North; Ao Yon Yai is to the West.
Which direction does Khao Kad Beach face?
West.
How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Khao Kad Beach?
1.6 kilometers (1 mi.). There are multiple beaches on Cape Panwa that are labeled “Panwa Beach” on Google maps, so it’s impossible to figure out which, or even if there is one official Panwa Beach. This listing includes only Cape Panwa Beach which faces Koh Lon Island.
How wide is the beach (beach width) at Khao Kad Beach?
Average around 9 meters (10 yd.)
What is the estimated beach area of Khao Kad Beach?
14,400 square meters (17,222 square yd.)
How is the quality of the beach at Khao Kad Beach?

Sand not especially nice, there are shells and rocks mixed with dirt.

What is the nature of the ocean floor at Khao Kad Beach?
Mostly sand, but not so soft – some rocks and shells.
Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Khao Kad Beach?
Available at resorts, but no public facilities.
What features/amenities are available at Khao Kad Beach?

Khao Kad Beach faces directly West, so is good for sunset.

Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Khao Kad Beach?
No
Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Khao Kad Beach?
No, only at the hotels.
Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Khao Kad Beach?
No, only at the hotels.
Is Khao Kad Beach a public or private beach, and are there any entrance fees?
Public and no fees.
Water quality? What is the condition of the water quality at Khao Kad Beach?
Very good.
Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes, there are usually boats anchored off the coast here.
Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Khao Kad Beach?
None
Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes/yes
Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Khao Kad Beach?
6-8m
Is there a convenience shop available at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
Attractions? What attractions can be found at Khao Kad Beach?

The allure of Khao Kad Beach and the entire cape is that it’s a natural oasis very close to Phuket Town and the noise of Phuket. A great little getaway area with close access to town. Patong Beach is 24 km (15 mi.) away.

Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Khao Kad Beach?

The beach is big enough to kick a ball around, or throw a disc. There are some blue kayaks on the side of the small restaurant at the south end of the beach that are for rent. Keep in mind, the muddy sand is deep. There is a Thai massage table next to the restaurant.

FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Khao Kad Beach?
Not permitted, but if empty?
Are massages offered at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
Is it possible to picnic at Khao Kad Beach?
Yes
Is it possible to surf at Khao Kad Beach?

None – wrong side of Phuket Island.

Is smoking allowed at Khao Kad Beach?

High fines possible.

Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Khao Kad Beach?

Some sharp shells and rocks in the sand. Rocks under the water. Stingrays have been seen at beaches all over Khao Kad. They hide under the sand, flipping the tail and stinging with barbs with venom. The pain is similar to jellyfish.

Is there waste runoff into the sea at Khao Kad Beach?
A small amount - South.

At present, we don't have any information on the existence of a beach club here. If you possess more recent information, we would appreciate an update from you. Please do so by completing the 'Suggest an Update' form.

Beach Restaurants / Bars Khao Kad Beach
  • At the Beach Restaurant & Bar

    At the Beach – This is a cozy beach bar restaurant right on the sandy beach. There are a variety of table styles including hardwood and plastic. Kind of a mishmash of whatever works. They serve Thai seafood primarily with a few Western appetizers and desserts. Prices were mentioned as reasonable by a number of guests. Some complained the service was slow, but they do get filled to capacity around sunset.

    Open on Google Maps
Khao Kad Beach Accommodations
  • My Beach Resort

    My Beach Resort – This one is also on the West side of Cape Panwa and offers great views and a sort of private oasis from the noise of Phuket. Large rooms with connecting family rooms give it an extra roomy feel. Guests report good service and local guides rate this property highly. Rating is 4.5 out of 5 stars at Google.

    Rates start around 4,000 THB nightly in the off season months.

  • Panwa Boutique Beachfront

    Panwa Boutique Beach – Located on the West side of Cape Panwa. It isn’t far from, and is only twenty-five kilometers from Patong Beach, so it’s a bit of a drive to get to the nightlife, but has easy access to Phuket Town for shopping and restaurants. Modern amenities and slightly dated rooms. For the price, Panwa Boutique Beachfront resort is a great value.

    Starting around 1,300 THB per night in the off season.

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