Where is Laem Singh Beach on Phuket?
• West coast, just South of Surin Beach, and North of Patong Beach.
What are the GPS coordinates of Laem Singh Beach?
• GPS Data: 7° 58’ 07” N, 98° 16’ 46” E
How far is Laem Singh Beach from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?
• kilometers is the distance from Laem Singh Beach to Patong
• kilometers is the distance from Laem Singh Beach to Phuket Town
• kilometers is the distance from Laem Singh Beach to the airport
Are taxis available at Laem Singh Beach?
• No
What beaches are surrounding Laem Singh Beach?
Surin Beach is North; Kamala Beach is South.
Which direction does Laem Singh Beach face?
West
How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Laem Singh Beach?
241 meters (264 yd.)
How wide is the beach (beach width) at Laem Singh Beach?
37 meters (40 yd.)
What is the estimated beach area of Laem Singh Beach?
8,917 square meters (10,665 square yd.)
How is the quality of the beach at Laem Singh Beach?
Like a private hideaway - all sides of the beach are very steep hills covered with trees. Very nice sand, and the sand beneath the water is nice. There is of course some trash laying around because that’s to be expected in Thailand. It’s common and there’s no sense getting worked up about it. The beach has many shade trees blocking the sun if it’s too intense.
What is the nature of the ocean floor at Laem Singh Beach?
Mostly sandy. Some rocks at the southern end of the beach.
Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Laem Singh Beach?
No
What features/amenities are available at Laem Singh Beach?
One major feature is there are less people. Enjoy this picture-perfect little beach. Don’t forget to take photos at the view point near the entrance where you can see the beach.
Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Laem Singh Beach?
No
Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Laem Singh Beach?
No
Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Laem Singh Beach?
No
Is Laem Singh 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 Laem Singh Beach?
Good
Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Laem Singh Beach?
No
Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Laem Singh Beach?
N/A
Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Laem Singh Beach?
No
Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Laem Singh Beach?
No/no
Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Laem Singh Beach?
Yes
How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Laem Singh Beach?
4-6m
Is there a convenience shop available at Laem Singh Beach?
No
Attractions? What attractions can be found at Laem Singh Beach?
No real attractions anywhere nearby, this is a remote beach – no restaurants or resorts here.
Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Laem Singh Beach?
Perfect for swimming or wading. The south end is really good for snorkeling but is a limited area. There is a lot of sea life in this small area – sea stars, seahorses, and nemo fish. Surfing can be good at the south end where the rocks are. This can be a perfect place to surf because few people there!
FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Laem Singh Beach?
Not permitted, but if empty?
Are massages offered at Laem Singh Beach?
Yes
Is it possible to picnic at Laem Singh Beach?
Yes
Is it possible to surf at Laem Singh Beach?
The waves at Laem Singh can reach a few meters high (10 ft.+) on good days. Waves travel fast here and are good for short boards or bodyboarders – with or without fins. Tides don’t matter much at this beach as far as wave quality; all tides are fine. There is no place for a rental board here, or lessons, you’ll have to try Saltwater Dreaming Surfboard Shop in Cherng Thale, north of this beach.
Is smoking allowed at Laem Singh Beach?
Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Laem Singh Beach?
Large waves come with strong tides. The rip-current can be bad here and on every beach on Phuket Island’s west coast. Do be very cautious.
Is there waste runoff into the sea at Laem Singh Beach?
No