Quiet, uncrowded, peaceful beach with sometimes more trash than other beaches. Nice sand and a good place to hang out for a day. Gradually sloping, so shallow for children and pretty ideal.

Rocky area at both ends. Beautiful beach, many say is the best-looking beach in Phuket. Soft, deep sand, and west-facing for great sunsets.

Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket – just 760 meters (2,500 ft.) inland.

Swimming, bodyboarding, surfing, some snorkeling, and just generally relaxing until you fall asleep are the main activities at this picture-perfect beach. Restaurants close to the beach, massage, bodyboards for rent on the beach.

Yes, during the May to November months the waves can be excellent at this and surrounding beaches. Nai Thon Beach is beautiful, and a bit secluded, isolated from other areas. There are rocky spots on the North and South ends of the beach, and scattered rocks and reef under the water. Rip-tide can be bad here during big swells, just one of the hazards when you surf Phuket beaches. Big waves are possible here, and at most beaches facing west. The waves can build nicely in all tide conditions. Do be careful with children, as the rip-tide is strong with larger waves. In Cherng Thale is the Saltwater Dreaming Surf Shop for lessons or rental boards while you’re at Nai Thon Beach. For more information where to surf in Phuket check out the following blog post: 17 Best Phuket Surfing Beaches.

High fines possible.

High waves possible, and rip-currents are strong during big waves. Watch for lifeguard flags and ask what they mean if unsure.