Possibly the best beach on the island. Very wide, long, nice sand, with waves. There are rocks out in the water though, I saw one poor lady had cut her foot on the rocks.

July 11, low season. Windy day, sea a little rough yet about 10 divers/ snorklers can be spotted frm shore. Conditions too dangerous for me. North end of bay has smaller waves.

Kantiang Bay is definitely a hidden gem on the island. It is quite secluded and unfortunately no direct sunset view, but the sceneries are beautiful! There are a few famous bars here to relax. Good to have a stroll, especially at sunset time!

Excellent choice if you're looking to get away from the crowds. Absolutely stunning beach, just huge - with amazing soft sand. Unfortunately as with many beaches these days it falls victim to the amount of pollution we have the world over and does get a lot of washed up debris plastic. You will need your own transport - we hired a 250cc which managed fine but you might struggle on a small scooter. Couple of places down here to eat and stay. We stayed at the Bamboo Bay Resort which sounds a lot posher than it is! very happy with everything there, food was great, the rooms were good compared to Thai standards. Its all set on the side of a hill so involves a bit of uphill walking. Would definitely go back.

Crystal clear waters on an immaculately clean beach welcomes the visitor. Seems to be a popular place to moor yaughts and shuttle boats from the 5 star resorts transport there customers to and from the bay.

So so. The beach is very wide and have several river mouths, and they are pouring out on the beach with wastewater and trash. Another bad thing in my opinion is that there are NO single tree on thee whole beach where you can hide in the shade. You need to buy a parasol or rent one and a sunbed if you want to hide the sun. Otherwise a really nice bay.

Beautiful and well kept. The locals are amazing and so kind. Please take care of the amazing people who live here and cater to the tourists everyday with a smile. Thank you for having me 🙏

Pra-Ae Beach/Long Beach can be a beautiful beach that is wonderful for swimming....BUT you have to be in the right part of this beach.......good waves to play in and float...gets deep very fast but not any strong rip currents or any rocks ...at least that was me experience staying at Lanta Sand Resort for a couple weeks.......This was by far the most enjoyable water I have experienced in Thailand...which includes Ao Nang, Railay and Phi Phi so far. The resort does a great job of keeping their significant area of beach very clean which is not the case as you walk further south....Long Beach gets extremely dirty in spots and can get very rocky too.

Nice beach for walking, running and sunset🧡

This is a nice beach with a long stretch of beautiful sand. These photographs were taken in the early morning, so it's empty, and the place is all for you. It gets busy during the day, especially during sunset, where there are a lot of bars to sit from, and it enjoy the view. The demographic is mixed with young and old and families with kids. During the night, the beach is literally empty and quiet. There are massage places on the beach which is nice. It's a nice beach in my opinion to chill out.

One of the best beaches in Koh Lanta in terms of location and facilities around. It is a very long strip of yellow grayish sand with pine trees. The trees provide shadow and create relaxing ambience. Water is clean and pleasant, there are no rocks underwater like on other beaches, the entrance to the sea is deep enough even during low tides. Not so many people as on khlong dao beach, which makes it more private and peaceful. However beware of many jellyfish! I counted more than 7 in a few meters distance. My Thai friends told me these jellyfish are dangerous. But I also saw them on other Koh Lanta beaches. I guess, it depends on a season, or they were just brought by a storm.

My favorite beach on Koh Lanta. Long stretch of sand walkable for several kilometers. Great restaurants along the way (Lyms has excellent Pad Thai and Cashew chicken). Perfect sun sets as well. A must see beach if you are visiting the island. This type of place makes you never want to leave!

Sailboats, sunsets, volleyball, music, and good snorkeling at the north end makes this an ideal holiday beach.

Nice public beach. Really beautiful in the morning. The water is so clear

(Translated by Google) Cool, beautiful, mesmerizing island. Visit, you won't regret it! (Original) Классный, красивый, завораживающий своей красотой остров. Посетите, не пожалеете!

Simply Wow 😮

(Translated by Google) Fine white sand like flour. A wonderful swimming beach with clear waters. Picnic areas, restaurant, toilets, smoking areas. An unforgettable experience. (Original) Фин бял пясък като брашно. Прекрасен плаж за плуване с чисти води. Зони за пикник, заведение, тоалетни, зони за пушене. Незабравимо изживяване.

(Translated by Google) Island with a wide strip of sand, a small bathing area and the use of a life jacket is mandatory. (Original) Ilha com larga faixa de areia, área destinada para banho um pouco pequena e obrigatório o uso de colete.

Very beautiful only one bamboo tree on the island Swimming is allowed only with life jacket on

(Translated by Google) Great scenery, shame we couldn't swim (Original) Super le paysage dommage on a pas pu nager

(Translated by Google) The island is very beautiful, the beach is clean. (Original) เกาะสวยมาก หาดสะอาด

Beautiful beach but you should come early in the morning if you want quiet time and swim. To many longtails and tourists makes you not enjoying this beach. 300 bath for tickets and 200 bath for the national park.

Soft white sand beaches, clearest water I've even seen, stunning views and amazing vibe. Would love to go back here again! Definitely go here when in Ao Nang or Krabi!

It was amazing experience, I recently visited with friends. We were travel through speed boat. Would suggest you maintain the cleaness. Please check weather before you travel. Overall experience was good. Beach was clean and enjoyed a lot.

The Poda Island, also known as Koh Poda is a beautiful island in South Thailand. It is found just off the coast of Krabi. It’s the largest of four islets in the Poday Group of Islands. What makes it easy to explore is that its near major holiday spots like Ao Nang, Railay Beach and Klong Muang. So you only need a day or half a day tour for you to cover this holiday destination. This islet is heavenly… from the smooth sandy beaches to the clear turquoise sea water that just invites you to jump in, the reefs which are perfect for snorkeling a magnificent backdrop with rock formations, this is a place worth visiting… It’s dreamy I tell you. If you are looking for a place to unwind, then this is the perfect spot.

We went there in our day trip pachage of 7 island tour from krabi. And ko poda was one of most beautiful beach among them. We saw the sunset from here. Did lunch here by the sea. Water was also very clear.

Another stunning island in Krabi! The water here was crystal clear with that dreamy turquoise shade & the beach felt so peaceful compared to the busier spots. The white sand was silky smooth, perfect for just relaxing by the shore and soaking in the view. Definitely one of my favourites from the island tour!

Ko Poda is a hidden gem in Thailand . crystal clear water, soft white sand, and a peaceful atmosphere make it the perfect escape from the crowds. The view of the limestone cliffs is absolutely breathtaking. A must-visit for anyone exploring Krabi .🏝️

✨ Phra Nang Cave Shrine – Where the sea meets the spirit 🌊 Hidden at the edge of Railay Beach in Krabi, this sacred cave tells a story older than time. Locals believe it’s home to Phra Nang, the princess goddess who protects fishermen and grants blessings to those who visit with faith. Colorful offerings, wooden carvings, and the sound of waves create a magical calm inside the limestone cliffs. 🪷 Every corner feels alive with legends and prayers carried by the sea breeze. Here, nature and belief blend into something truly peaceful — a reminder that beauty isn’t just seen, it’s felt. 💫

Kayaked here from railay beach, in about 20mins! Beautiful and secluded, blazed a huge J under some beautifully positioned palm trees etc for some well needed shade. The water was beautiful, clear and warm and definitely worth the kayak trip to this beach! Also possible to explore both the caves at either end of this beach so well worth spending a day here if coming from Ao Nang.

It takes 40 minutes to walk from Railway beach. It is much nicer than Railway beach. Along the way, you get to see some interesting rock formations and there is a rope you can climb (need appropriate footwear, as it is muddy and slippery) but there is a nice viewpoint and a lagoon at the top. Once you arrive at the beach, you can see monkeys and some lizards. People rock climb there too which is interesting to watch

Beautiful beach accessible from Railay East. Caves , rock wall climbing and chilling on Beautiful Phra Nang beach are key attractions. Go early or face massive crowds when securing a spot on the beach. No restrooms Handicap possible. Final take ..RECOMMENDED BUT AGAIN GO EARLY.

Awesome beach. Beautiful fine sand and lovely water. Sheltered in a bay so no big waves really to be concerned about and a great place to either sunbathe or swim. Sunsets are beautiful. Well worth the visit.

Tucked beneath the cliffs of Phra Nang Beach, Krabi, lies one of Thailand’s most mysterious and sacred spots — the Phra Nang Cave Shrine, also known as Princess Cave. Legend says an Indian princess was once shipwrecked here, her spirit now guarding the cave and granting blessings to those who come with faith. Inside, you’ll find hundreds of wooden lingams — offerings symbolizing fertility, prosperity, and safe voyages. The mix of ancient belief, sea breeze, and divine mystery gives this cave an energy you can feel in your bones. 🌊✨ #PhraNangCave #PrincessCave #KrabiThailand #ThaiMythology #SpiritualThailand #FertilityShrine #WondersOfThailand #TravelLegends #KrabiDiaries #ThailandCulture

A quiet beach of your own with few tourists making it a can’t-miss spot in Krabi. This pristine beach stretches afar from famous Pranang Spirit Cave till the end of the beach with high limestone cliffs. Beautiful Soft sand and clear sea water with multicolor green to blue sea will make your day the most relaxing one. Be sure to spend a lot of time lingering leisurely. During low tide you can simply walk to Happy Island just across the shore.

We booked a ferry from Krabi to Railey Beach. There is a little booth near the docks that sell the tickets and tell you the hours that the ferries run. Once a wooden dragon boat is full it heads out. The boat ride was awesome. Open air and smooth. It was one of my favorite parts island hopping during our trip. When we arrived we wondered until we found a hotel that served breakfast. There was a reasonably priced buffet and we ate there. We spent a few hours at the beach, swimming and enjoying the sun. We saw the rain coming and decided to head to bar and grab a drink. Overall it was a great day, and I highly recommend.

We took long tail boat from Ao Nang at 8:30. We were there before 8:00 but if a group came, they had priority. It was a bit chaotic how the boatmen were organizing the boats. After 30 min we could board. It took 15min and cost 100bhat per person. We were 12 on the boat. When coming back there was 1 more couple waiting. Each of us paid 200 baht and we could go immediately back. West Railay beach is nice with stunning views. Inside the “village” it’s already a bit messy. To go there for 1-day trip ok but I wouldn’t stay there for longer. For cat lovers just check the pictures 😻

Really gorgeous beaches, yummy food, wildlife, and almost everything you need. Cool hippie vibes by the west side. I enjoyed the place and was only there for a few hours. Would love to come back and stay on this side of Krabi for a few days.

Beautiful spot. The swim area towards the cliff has a quite rocky bottom and is shallow at low tide. Further towards the boats the bottom has far more sand and is a nicer walk out to swim.

Railay beach is so beautiful. Especially during the sunset days. They have beautiful long tail boats and the scenery looks wonderful. You can get the long tail boats from Ao Nang to Railay Beach at 200 return. Last boat is at 6.30 PM. Get a boat so you will catch the sunset.

Gorgeous beach but recommend carrying beach shoes to avoid getting hit by rocks especially when going for a swim. The water is nice and warm and sandy patches are good on the beach.

The beach is really relaxing with magnificent views. Has lots of stuff to do, do not stay there for 1 day, stay for more. There is so much to do and see. The first priority place that I'll recommend to you if you will go to Krabi. You can only get there by boat. Its a piece of land surrounded by mountains and cliffs. You will need to pay if hotel doesn't provide a free boat to your destination.

When we entered the island our guide said welcome to paradise and I think that's the best way to describe it. It's a perfect place to rest and swim. There's a bar you can buy a drink, they're toilets and showers. I really enjoyed my visit.

Beautiful island but hotel/resorts prices are just crazy even in very low season.

There are a lot of activity here. The sea is very clear. During the day it is vary hot but can solve this problem by the coconut milk or other juice on the island. In the evening, there are many place that you can see the sunset such as Loh Jark Beach. But I recommend to go to Loh Pared beach because there are a lot of restaurants that you eat some food before or after seeing the sunset and there also have many shops that you can buy swimsuits before going to the sea. In addition to the very beautiful view, you can also learn about their culture such as fishing, etc.

Ideal for those looking for peace and quiet. Activities, jet skiing, snorkelling, boat trips to nearby islands and James Bond islands. There are times when it's almost impossible to swim at Lo Pared beach because it's filled with thousands of tiny jellyfish that sting your whole body, making it uncomfortable to be in the water, especially in January and February. The best beach for swimming, snorkelling and monkey watching at the end of the day is Au Moang beach in the south of the island... superb. In the north of the island, because the beaches are almost all mangroves, it's almost impossible to swim, and there's the needle fish that's buried in the ground and when it stings, you get really sick for a few weeks. To swim in the north of the island you have to go to Sandbank beach and swim in the direction of Koh Yao Noi, the neighbouring island to Koh Yao Yai. You can see that the corals on the beaches are being destroyed by the mooring of all kinds of boats. Devastating for public health and the environment is that the population burns plastics mixed with coconuts, herbs and leaves, making the island's air saturated and foul-smelling. Relatively cheap island in general, friendly and pleasant people, good hotels and restaurants, good regional sweets. Before we only saw motorbikes, today we are invaded by cars and jeeps driving along these roads with poor infrastructure. If you're looking for a cure for your bones, rheumatism, blood circulation and other ailments, you should visit Dr Saad, an old, half-blind man who works small or large miracles on your body with an ancient Thai massage called "haille"... I recommend it. I really like this island and the people.

Fantastic island, perfect if you are travelling as a couple wanting to relax and enjoy some amazing beaches. The best way to get around the island is by moped which is pretty safe as there is hardly any traffic on the roads. I still cannot believe that we had the beach all to ourselves.

Do your research before you come here. The island is very rustic and peaceful. Many beaches are rocky and turn into tidal flats on low tide. If you want to hang out on the beach chair outside your hotel, this is your place. Do not trust hotel brochures as the beach access goes.

If you enjoy the nature and not crowded places, you should go. Very nice island, great nature. Before visiting check a tide app so you won't be disappointed. At 2 o' clock afternoon, low tide happens and you won't find any place to swim unless you book a hotel with swimming pool. You can find also other attractions in low tide time, viewpoints, some jungle walking and exploring the island. Not giving 5 stars because low tide reveals a muddy dirty beach with plastic and broken glass everywhere. When you go on the beach, don't forget to take your garbage with you, because of people that don't do that, the beaches are often full of leftovers and garbage. Not nice. You can also see nice sunsets if you go on the east side of the island. The nicest beach that I've seen (i didn't see all of them) is on the left side and right side of the Loh Yak Pier and doesn't seem to be affected that much of low tide. P. S. You need a car or motorbike for a better experience.

Lovely 😍 The beach is great to walk, or sit and relax. It's clean thanks to the Trash Hero volunteers! Quite active with the little tour and fishing boats! Great views 👍

Well the place gets busy by the night and graceful by the morning but always has a vibe there’s always a good view of islands but sometimes due to high tide you have to skip beach days.

Ao Nang Beach is absolutely beautiful and peaceful. The water is calm, the sand is clean, and the views make it even more stunning. I loved walking along the beach, especially during sunset — the sky looks magical. The area is also very convenient with lots of cafes, restaurants, and shops nearby. Local people are friendly and helpful, making the whole experience even better. A perfect place to relax, take photos, and enjoy the true beauty of Krabi. Highly recommended!

The town is quite peaceful. The beach is located across the town drive. Clean stretch of beach with beautiful shell and the beach is landmark. Loved the location and the scenic beauty. My personal advise is to stay in a hotel closer to beach and night market. You are always in the heart of all activities.

Lots of tourists and touristy stalls; the beach itself wasn’t very nice. The Monkey Trail was good, though, and the sunset view from the beach was nice. Ideal for a one-hour visit during sunset, but nothing more.

Super clean Beach. Minimal tourist at morning time. The road near the beach offers variety of shopping at reasonable prices. The prices are better than Ao Nang night Market. Best time to visit is before 8 am . Amazing views at the beach.

Ao Nang Beach in Krabi offers an absolutely fantastic experience that makes it a must-visit location. It truly is a beach for all hours, combining stunning daytime relaxation with vibrant evening excitement. ​During the day, the beach is perfect for soaking up the sun and enjoying the clear waters. The conditions are excellent for swimming, offering a refreshing escape from the tropical heat. ​As the sun sets, the atmosphere transforms into something magical. I highly recommend taking a long night walk along the sand, where the air is relaxed and the view is spectacular. The highlight of the evening is definitely the mesmerizing fire show performances that light up the beach—it’s a great way to truly feel the vibrant Thai atmosphere. ​Beyond the beach itself, the proximity to the bustling night market is a major draw. You can easily transition from the beach to enjoying delicious street food and browsing local goods. ​Overall, Ao Nang Beach provides a great, comprehensive experience, and spending time here, day or night, is highly recommended.

Spacious parking and toilet available at the entrance. Entry costs 50 TBT per person. The temple looks amazing, those colours, symmetries, fascinating. The stairs are tough, 309 meters up in 600 meters, very steep with tall stairs. There is toilet along the way as well. The view from the top is amazing, definitely worth the effort. There is free water waiting for you at the bottom of the stairs, courtesy of the temple.

Keep in mind that the sun goes down by 6:15pm. We got to the bottom at 6:30pm and they had locked it. Even though there were still people up top. It’s not impossible to jump over the side fence, but if you are going to take awhile to get down because of your fitness level, consider that you will have to jump the fence a bit if you’re locked in. Worth the steps. My husband and I did it in 16-17 mins. We are both fit and were still breathing hard. It’s only hard because the steps are steep and some are taller than others. We went on a rainy day too so the heat didn’t ruin it. Beautiful view, very peaceful. Went on a Wednesday in October We saw a lot of water bottles left around at the top and we dumped them and recycled them. There is a bucket for them. Please don’t be those people that bring garbage and leave garbage up there. There were no staff when we were up top.

Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple) Review: Great View After a Hard Climb ​Wat Tham Suea is a temple visit where you must climb a mountain. To get to the top, you walk up 1,260 stairs (309 meters). ​The stairs are not all the same. Some parts are easy, some are medium, and some parts are very hard and steep. It is a real challenge for your legs! ​But when you finish the climb and reach the top, it is truly worth it. You will see a very large, beautiful golden Buddha statue. The view of the green jungle and big rock mountains (KRABI) is amazing. This feeling of seeing the idol and the beautiful scene makes the hard climb worthwhile.

The trek has very steep steps all the way to the top, so I wouldn’t recommend it for elders or young kids. There are over 1200 steps, and completing the climb and returning can be challenging if you’re on a tight schedule of a tour package. However, we managed to finish the round trip in about 1.5 hours. Overall, a rewarding experience but definitely demanding—plan accordingly!

It’s an amazing place located at the top of a mountain. You need to climb over 1,260 steps to reach it . quite tough, but definitely worth it for the experience. You’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Krabi mountains. It’s highly recommended for those who love peace, nature, and spiritual vibes. The temple provides free drinking water. So, carry a bottle with you . you can refill it before and after the climb. It’s a must-visit spot, not far from the Krabi bus terminal.

The views from the top are fantastic! That is, if you can reach the very top of the observation deck with the large Buddha statue. You'll have to climb 1,256 steps. If you're not in good shape, the climb will be very challenging. At times, the steps are very steep, almost vertical, and the height can reach up to 40 cm. But if you can climb all 1,256 steps, the stunning views will be worth it! The descent is also challenging!

Views are amazing at the top, even in wet weather. The stairs are no joke though, so wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Took us about 30 mins to get to the top. The temple at the bottom is quite impressive as well.

The 360° Viewpoint at Koh Hong offers impressive panoramic views once you reach the top — the surrounding islands, turquoise waters, and dramatic cliffs are a photographer’s dream. That said, the climb is quite steep and involves a lot of stairs — definitely not for everyone, especially in the heat. There’s no shade along the way, and the steps can be slippery if it’s rained, so proper footwear is a must. While the view is rewarding, the effort required might not feel entirely worth it for some, especially when the island below already offers plenty of scenic spots. A decent experience overall, but manage your expectations and come prepared.

A short 15-minute climb takes you to the top, where you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful 360-degree panoramic view — absolutely worth the effort. It’s also home to the only clean beach in the area that’s truly suitable for swimming and playing. A perfect spot for both a light adventure and a relaxing beach day!

Gorgeous views to the Andaman See. The stairs are quite steep but if you climbed already to the Tiger Cave, to reach this viewpoint won’t be difficult.

It's a hard, sweaty climb. You need good functional knees and a lot of sunscreen. Drink water and take it slow. At least the stairs are modern and equal. The view is fantastic! It takes about 20-25 minutes at a moderate pace to reach the top. After you go down, i recommend the nearby beach

Best Place to visit and have photo shoot. Our travel guide was See Sea Andaman Travel and had a great experience with them.

Absolute beautiful spot. A great reward after climbing almost 500 step ladder. Take a deep breath and enjoy a beautiful panoramic

Beautiful view and good way to get some exercise and sweat alot.

Wonderful place. Whole purpose of this project is to rescue the gibbons and make them forget about humans so human contact is very very limited. You just spot them from afar and admire them. You may have a chance of feeding them through a strainer attached to a rope…but it all depends on the gibbon’s mood. Great place, hope the gibbons get successfully released into the forest someday.

Bucket list kinda stuff if you love gibbons. Their songs are heard as soon as you enter the park. We learned so much about the current state of gibbon conservation and the rehabilitation processes. We prepared food and learned how to observe behaviour. Zero contact, exactly how it should be. But a fantastic experience and worth every penny. The centre really needs public support as there are over 100 gibbons that need rehabilitation facilities , but the centre relies on the public to carry out the work to get these beautiful creatures taught how to be gibbons after lifetime of being forced into un-natural behaviour for the demands of tourists. Highly recommend!!

What a wonderful project and staff. I came for the longer visit, and got to help make snacks and observe the gibbons. It was a very educational experience and I'm grateful for the volunteers that work so hard to rescue and rehabilitate these gibbons into the wild. I think it would be especially good for helping children learn and become ambassadors for wildlife and the environment as they grow up, even though they discuss difficult topics regarding animal treatment and rescue. Thank you for a very meaningful day.

An incredible place to visit during a trip to Phuket. A true eco friendly experience that educates about Thai Gibbons and provides a hopeful future with the hard work Than and the team put into rehabilitating these beautiful animals whose numbers in the wild have been greatly impacted thanks to humans. This place receives no government funding so relies heavily on visitors who actually care about animal conservation and not an instagramable photo opportunity.

I can tell the nationality of every single person giving 1* because of the whining and lack of education they espouse. Ignore the troglodytes. FYI the waterfall volume is determined by rainfall - dry season it will be a trickle. Go figure. As for wearing flip-flops to a rainforest? You get what you get. Wear sensible shoes or you'll slip, trip, or get bitten by something. Common sense. Rehabilitation of wildlife is really expensive. 1,000baht per person isn't cheap, but it all goes to helping them. This isn't a zoo. You won't get to hold them. You won't get loads of close up photos. That isn't what this place is about and that is exactly why it's the best tourist attraction on Phuket. The vast majority of tourist places on Phuket exploit and actively harm their animals (Tiger Kingdom, most of the elephant sanctuaries, Fantasea etc - never go to these places). This place is the opposite, and it's run by a fantastic, passionate biologist who loves what he does. This is conservation in its purest form. Observing the enclosures at a distance, catching glimpses of the wild ones if you are very lucky, and enjoying learning about the gibbons in their care. National Park entry is 200baht which goes towards running the jungle itself and maintaining paths, car parks etc. I got a taxi there from Bang Tao for 700baht which was expensive because of the storm and surge pricing. You can get it for 250ish no problem. There is a food stall in the car park with basic toilets. You can get mosquito spray from the project building once you've signed in. We had five on our tour - me and a family of four with two young kids. The guide was funny, informative, and passionate. He was so good with the kids that even me as a former teacher was impressed. We also saw an orb weaver spider, loads of butterflies, black termites, various grasshoppers, and a wild monkey, as well as about 12 gibbons in total. The gibbons are at a distance because they're being taught not to rely on humans who have abused them. This is the gold standard of rehabilitation and conservation and I am disgusted anyone would give this place 1*. The paths are concrete but they are mossy, uneven, and slippery, so wear suitable footwear. I could not recommend this place more to any tourist with more than two braincells. If you have fewer, stay at home with your MAGA hat on, cheering the invasion of Palestine or Ukraine. Everyone else, visit and enjoy!

We had an amazing time here. Many thanks to our lovely volunteer guide (sorry we can't recall your name) who explained the rehabilitation process, about some of those which can't be rehabilitated, the history of the project and many other absorbing details. After the visit we then hiked up the adjacent river to the nearby Bang Pae waterfall for a cooling dip!

Full on tropical storm, tremendous guide - informative, essential to the life of the forest, amazing experience. Just another reminder how people who are different make all the difference in the world. Thank you Gibbon Rehab for what you do.

Visited last April songkran week and it was a blast! 🤩 One of the highlights was the Load & Wallet Bracelet - super convenient and hassle-free! 💳👍 No need to carry wallet or cash while swimming, just load up your bracelet and you're good to go! 💦 The park has tons of rides suitable for the whole family, and they provide life jackets for added safety 👍. Prices are pretty reasonable too! 👍 Overall, a fun day out with the fam - would definitely recommend! 🌴👌

For me it's expensive but we had a 2 bedroom family suite. Rooms modern and clean. Breakfast was great with lots of variety. It's situated next to the airport so Patong Beach and the like about 50 minutes away. Took over an hour to travel to Carnival Magic. The waterpark is great for the kids and adults.

I am a kid and I am telling you this place ruined my whole entire life. Okay maybe not my whole life but definitely my holiday and that is basically the same thing. We came to Phuket Splash Jungle Resort because of the waterpark. The big slides. The fun. The excitement. The reason ANYONE goes here. And then SURPRISE the waterpark was CLOSED. Not a little closed. Not fixing something. Just completely shut. The workers just acted like it was totally normal. So they gave us 2400 baht for four people to spend on the day we arrived. Which sounds pretty good until you remember we got there late and had like five minutes to spend it. And they gave us four tiny drinks that were the size of a fingernail and we could not even choose what they were. They just handed us sad little cups like that would fix anything. It did not. Check-in took one thousand years. There were angry parents everywhere. Kids melting down. Staff looking like they wanted to disappear. We just stood there while chaos exploded all around us. Nobody had been told the park was closed. Everyone was mad. Including me. Especially me. Then we went to check out the pools. If you can even call them that. There was one old crusty pool that looked like it had not been cleaned since the dinosaurs. And another pool that was basically the size of a bathtub. A small one. And the lifeguards were just sitting there scrolling on their phones like they were on a break from caring about safety. They were not even looking at the water, in fact facing a different direction. I could have done a backflip and they would not have noticed. Not that I know how to do a backflip but still. We also tried to do beach soccer because it was listed as an activity. But surprise again. It does not exist. We asked the staff and they handed us a ball that was so hard it could break your foot. It was like kicking a coconut. And they expected us to play barefoot. I bruised my toes and foot so much and I’m quite annoyed because I actually value my toes so no thank you. The food was worse than school lunch. And I like school lunch. They forgot my meal completely. My whole family got theirs and finished eating while I just sat there like a sad little potato 🥔 . When it finally came one hour later it was cold and gross and they even forgot the bacon. How do you forget bacon. Bacon is the best part. You could not even eat outside the restaurant which made no sense. You are in Thailand. It is beautiful. And they want you to sit inside like you are at a boring airport food court. No thanks people! The rooms were okay. Big and kind of nice. But that is not why we came here. We came for the waterpark and the fun and there was NONE of that. Also the buggy thing. We were the first ones to call it and the first ones waiting and then a bunch of people just pushed in front of us and got on and the staff just stood there and watched like it was totally normal. We had to wait for another one while everyone else drove off into the distance like it was a race and we were the losers that lost. Everything about this place made me want to scream into a pillow. I would not go back here if they paid me. DO NOT come here. Unless you want to spend your holiday bored and annoyed and watching other people complain while holding a sad tiny drink and wondering what went wrong.

It was supposed to reopen on October 1st 2025, but it’s still closed as of October 9th! No update, no notice, nothing. Their website is completely useless and misleading. Total waste of time and very disappointing!

Great place for families. Plenty of slides and pools with minimal lines (if any) when we went. Down side is they don't allow you to take any food or drinks in (not even water). Not allowed to take towels in either. Wanting you to hire their towels and buy everything to eat and drink in there, and as you would expect, food and drink is overpriced. You load money onto a wristband (no cash payments inside the waterpark, apart from topping up your wristband) and they refund any unspent balance as you exit. Park could definitely do with some maintenance, rusted/corroded guardrails around the steps to the large slides etc. We bought our ticket the day before (including towels and locker) on Klook website - easy mobile redemption at the ticket office as you enter. And saved quite a bit on their gate prices.

We had a pleasant afternoon; the children had fun, and the adults did too. It's just a shame that the park is getting on in years, and many things no longer work or are run down. The price-performance ratio no longer fits together. A renovation for the park is urgently needed. We would not come back again. The staff were all nice and polite. Prices in the restaurant or at the bar are a bit exaggerated since you are not allowed to bring anything into the park; you are dependent on buying something there. 'Live and let live' should be their motto 😉"

Great for Families. Kids over 12 may think the slides are a little timid. Our 5 year old loved it! It is very run down but that didn't cause us any problems. There are change rooms, lockers, showers. Everything you would expect from a water park. As mentioned by everyone, they don't let you bring food or towels in. In 2024 the towels were about 120 baht. Food was only a bit more expensive than restaurants along the beaches. I took a bunch of pictures of the menus, but they have heaps more than this. Thai food way 150 baht. I also purchased the ticket from klook which worked out even cheaper. Zero lines !!!

We visited after their second opening of the day. They stay open until dinner, then reopen afterwards. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted and given a tour. It was shorter than expected—probably because they were busy—and, sadly, we were the only visitors that day. They really need as many visitors and volunteers as possible to help. Some of the dogs were wary of people, but most were full of excitement. Staff and volunteers were everywhere, doing their best. Unfortunately, with over 1,000 dogs in their care, they rely heavily on people to spend time interacting and playing with them. Each caged area usually has one or two workers, while others are busy cleaning and feeding behind the scenes. I was happy to finally visit this place, though it was heartbreaking to see so many dogs in need. Still, it’s comforting to know they are safe here. Around 500 animals are rehomed each year worldwide, which is amazing—it’s wonderful to see dogs and cats finding loving families. The care and dedication of the team is clear. Some animals are in intensive care, and the shelter even offers free neutering for dogs and cats. Everything was clean, with fresh water and food always available 12/08/2025 visited 🐶🐈😍

☀️ No better way to bask ourselves under the sun with plenty of love!! The canines and felines here are exceptionally adorable and friendly just like their staff here. The whole foundation, with hundreds over kind hearted staffs, come from different departments to work together to spark love and spread meaning for humans’ best friends 👏🏾 Left the sanctuary with our hearts full - understanding that we humans might just need these creatures more than they need us ❤️

An amazing place. Full of joy and determination in the face of incredible challenges. Volunteering here is something I won’t ever forget and I will be back. If you invest some of your time here the dogs, cats and people will return your investment ten fold. The staff are inspiring, you will get to meet lots of beautiful dogs, not always easy but very rewarding.

What an incredible facility run by some amazing people and volunteers. We did the free tour (please consider buying something from the shop and/or donate at the end, they run purely on donations and they have 1000+ dogs and cats to care for) Silvia was our tour guide and is clearly so knowledgeable and passionate about the important work they do here.

Best Dog Foundation I ever encountered. Doing so much good for the dog, and cat, population and the people who live side by side with them in Thailand and South- East Asia. Don't just donate, volunteer for at least 2 days to help the organisation take care of their dog population and their activities. This should be a mandatory activity for employees of companies and corporations to give awareness, understanding and the chance to do, and not only think about, charity in the world. Keep up the good work 🙏🏽, you are the best 💪🏽, hopefully till next year 🤟🏽.

Soi is a fantastic place to volunteer. The staff make you feel so welcome and the grounds are beautiful. Walking the dogs all day is wonderful and sitting with cats at lunch time is the best thing ever. It is impressive how much they are doing for the dogs and cats in Thailand

My husband and I already knew about the Soi Dog Foundation before coming to Thailand, so it was a must-stop during our vacation in Phuket. I was very impressed by the facility, everything is perfectly organized, and the dogs and cats have plenty of space to live the life that was once taken from them. Volunteering here is an experience that helps the animals, but most of all, it helps yourself. We decided to make a donation by purchasing 70 handmade keychains to give our wedding guests as favors. Thank you for all the work you do, it was an experience I will always carry with me. Adopt, don't shop!!!

One of the most beautiful national parks we have visited. This National part is part of the southern of Thailand. It’s famous for James Bond Islamd, it’s amazing caves, limestones and green clean water. We reserved a kayak tour and it was amazing. We went around the island and saw many beautiful caves and rock formations. You have to try this at least once on life.

Take a long boat ride around the bay. Stop at the Koh Panyee village on the water. Pass through the waterways under the rocks. See "The Jumping Tiger" on one of the islands. Pass by the famous James Bond Island featured in The Man with The Golden Gun 1974 movie. Multiple photo opportunities. I suggest a camera with good lenses over a phone. The boat catches lots of sprinkles at high speed so be careful with your camera and phone.

Incredible trip! Amazing views! So much fun checking out James bond island and all the sea caves! The.tour left around 730 and got back around 5ish. We got to see so many Incredible places! I was truly blown away by the beauty of this place! So much fun going snorkeling for my first time ever!!!! I can't wait to be back and go exploring here some more! Def would take the earlier excursion next time!

This was a bucket blister. James Bond Island has been a place I wanted to visit since I discovered it. Now I have! Gorgeous and not so overly packed. Touristy, but not horrendous. Did a bit of snorkeling here for my first time, someone who suffers from thalassophobia, glad I got myself to do it. Definitely worth it.

I would rate 5 stars for this one day leisure cruise. We booked the cruise through the hotel travel agent. The boat is new and spacious. Drinks and snacks are served on board. Even young children and passengers with needed assistance are very well taken care of. We started with a simple early lunch in a small local restaurant near the yacht club. The first stop is a small island which gives you spectacular view of the limestone hills standing out from the sea horizon. Then the highlight is canoeing in Phang Nag Bay through the limestone karsts jut vertically out of the emerald-green water. Next comes the renowned James Bond Island. Tourists will never miss the beautiful sunset view of Phang Nga Bay and the trip ends with a small buffet dinner in the same restaurant. Fantastic cruise and money well spent!

Beautiful limeston mountains and small caves surrounded with blue ocean all around, amazing work of art by nature. It's very touristic but you will be treated to some unforgettable sights.

Incredible experience. We booked a kayaking tour and it was amazing. It’s a day of stuff and can get tiring but well worth it. There are also speed boat tours which one might consider and they go much faster than the ferries.

It’s an amazing place location but during the trip u will be tired to go there only to sit for 15 min and will continue the rest of the trip during the day. For me I’ll prefer to sit in island rather than roaming around to take pictures only.

We had a slow boat expedition to James Bond Island. Compared to speed boat in which we went to Phi Phi Island, we enjoyed more on this slow boat. Beautiful, scenic cruise 🛳. Canoeing through the caves were adventurous and exciting. Must do... highly recommended

Khao Phing Kan was one of the four stops during this wonderful boat tour. The James Bond Island was amazing. At two other stops, we canoed into caves. Reaching an atoll through the cave was a surreal experience. The boat crew was great who made the tour an enjoyable experience.

What a great experience to visit Khao Phing Kan / JAMES BOND ISLAND on a privet longtail motor boat.The place is a historic monument after the movie "The man with the Golden Gun" was filmed in 1974. My Capitan "TIGER" took me on the most majestic tour with super nice , breathtaking scenic places .

I was expecting something better. Boat trip to the bond island was a nice experience, through mangroves. But the island itself was a bit disappointing and crowded.

The boat trip to Khao Phing Kan / James Bond Island was a pleasant experience, taking us on a scenic route through the mangroves.

I must say that when we went here there were reviews that experience was underwhelming for few people but I politely disagree. The structure is the middle of the water looks amazing and looked so much better than what we saw in the movie There are ample photo opportunities and you want to be careful while swimming in muddy water because of sea shells. Must visit

Without a doubt, this was the most magical experience. We booked a 4 hour early morning trip through Get Your Guide where we were picked up from our hotel approximately 1 hour from the sanctuary. We were greeted by Joy who was our guide for the day and took us through some really interesting educational points regarding the elephants and the history behind the sanctuary. We then took a 15 minute walk through the jungle and down a river to collect our elephants, for us to then bathe them in the river before walking them to the main part of the sanctuary, where we observed their daily health checks by the keepers and then fed them their breakfast. There was only 3 of us who had booked onto that trip (a solo traveller, my partner and myself) so we were able to be up close to our elephants during the entire visit. Brunch was provided after our mornings activities, which was delicious amd served in the most beautiful setting. I would strongly recommend taking this trip to invest in a good pair of water shoes as the river walk was slippery and fast flowing in places. You are informed of anything else you may need to bring with you prior to your arrival. This experience will was a dream come true, a massive Thanks to Joy and all the incredible Keepers at the Sanctuary who do such an incredible job.

We visited today as a couple, and it was incredible to see how lovingly the elephants are treated there. Our guide was super kind and took so much time for us. The Pad Thai we had there was also really delicious. I can recommend everyone to visit this place, and if I could, I’d give more than 5 stars. We’ll definitely come back the next time we’re in Thailand.

This was our first time seeing elephants and it was the best! One of our best experiences while in Thailand. We wanted to come to an ethical sanctuary and we’re so glad we came here. Ammy our guide was great. His english was really good and made the whole experience fun for us. He took lots of pictures and videos for us and explained everything really well.

The park claims to be ethical and it is easy to confuse this park with the real ethical elephant sancturary KES when booking a package activity tour. The elephant’s here don’t have their own choice as they are fed and bathed for each tourist group and caretakers are strict and have sticks to hit the elephants when they do not behave as they want. The restaurant food was good and they are taking care of the elephants but it is not enough to call it “ethical”. Until they stop the above mentioned tourist activities and physical taming I would not recommend this place. Such a shame.

This place is amazing, the staff, knowledge, education & how they treat the animals. They did a great job making us feel welcome & ensuring we had lots of personal time with the elephant. We got to walk with the elephant, feed it, pet, bathe and massage the elephant with a scrubbing brush. They taught us how they care for the elephant. The food was also amazing.

*5 ★ Amazing Experience at the Elephant Sanctuary in Phang Na* ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I just got back from the Elephant Sanctuary in Phang Na and it blew me away! 🌿🐘 From the moment we arrived, the vibe was calm, caring, and totally immersive. Joy was our guide and she absolutely made the day. She’s lovely, super pleasant, and ridiculously knowledgeable—she answered every question (even the weird ones) with a smile and such passion for the elephants. Walking through the sanctuary, she pointed out subtle behaviours and shared cool facts that made the experience feel personal and intimate. If you’re in Phang Na, this sanctuary is a must‑visit. Joy’s guidance turned a simple tour into an unforgettable, heart‑warming experience. Highly recommend! 🙌✨

It was an incredible experience and I highly recommend this wonderful place to visit, you can see how much they love and care for these great animals🥰

This place called 'museum' is not worth visiting it. It costs 300 Bath for 1 adult. It is not free entrance! Inside you only see pictures after the tsunami and a simple video how a tsunami exists. Both you can see by surfing on the Internet. Outside you see a stranded police boat which was thrown 2 km's inside the land, but for take a picture from the streets, you don't need to go inside the museum for buying a ticket. 50 meters before the museum there is a shop at the left side, also with pictures and handy craft. Entrance is free. Never seen such a bad accommodated 'museum'.

There's a structure that represents the size of the tsunami wave, which is quite interesting. There's also a police boat that got washed inland 2 kilometers, where the boat is still standing now. Put aside from that, there's not much else to see. You could be there 10 minutes

Basic museum but videos upstairs worth watching available in English, German and French. 1 HR 20 mins long but a must see. Nice little gift shop. Boat was under mesh due to construction but you could still see it well enough. Its huge size brings home the sheer power of the tsunami that could throw it 2km inland.

A good place to visit, a somber moment to reflect on the power of nature and its possible destruction. Many lives were lost and disrupted, those who were saved or survived are thankful that they have been given another chance. Stark reminder of humanity against nature.

Small but meaningful museum There’s no entrance fee the introductory film was incredibly moving. It reminded me how powerful and unpredictable nature can be. Thai people are truly resilient and kind. Anyone who visits Thailand should come with respect and appreciation for this land and people.

A lot of critical reviews on here but it’s worth noting that this is a non profit organisation. Yes the displays could be better and the videos better quality, however the visit still brings out the horrific disaster that the people of Khao Lak went through (and many others). If you want to save money look on YouTube but if you want to support the cause then pay them a visit. The memorial park is currently under renovation so no access to police boat

I am unsure how people can give low ratings for the "experience" of this place. It is small and could do with a slightly better layout. That is not the point of this place though. Go there, watch the videos, look at the pictures, then hold your kids tight and just be grateful that you were not one of those who died.

They have price fixing and not everyone wants to negotiate the prices of certain goods. The assortment is rich and they also consider tourists to be rich. Some sellers believe that if you want to know the price, you have to buy it. The food is delicious and at good prices.

Busy and hundreds of stalls, be careful with prices and haggle well as a tourist market they charge a premium and the next shop over will likely be half the price.. good fun though and great selection of Thai delights.. food choice is great with local specialties such as crocodile and bugs!

Mix of food and product vendors, many selling the same items (you may prefer to browse through entirely first before buying). Minimal bargaining possible, catered for tourists. Overall not a must see. We liked the ice cream rolls and joined a long line which moves slow only because each order is made with theatrics. The end result is airy and light. Taxis / tuktuks available along main road end of market with flat rates back to hotels (pending distance).

It’s a big night market that caters to tourists. You can tell as no locals eat or buy anything from there. The store that sells clothes and stuff are repetitive and the usual tourist goods, there are no price tags and prices and 2-3x that of shops out of this area. There are much better night markets that local go to for a better overall experience.

Loved our visits to these markets. Good range of local and knock off products. Always worth bargaining and you get better results if you are pleasant and happy.

Great market, So many food choices. Bought here gifts to my friends and some good quality T-shirts.

Go for the food!! They have crocodile, insects ( to look at) but the fresh coconut water and smoothies were amazing

Almost 20 years today, the destructive tsunami of 2014 that swept through Thailand made an impact on this small Ban Nam Khem village. Today the village housed the memorial of those perished on that faithful day. Nice beach, a restaurant and massage services for those who wished to relax by the beach.

This memorial in Ban Nam Khem, Thailand is a beautiful and moving tribute to those who were affected by the tsunami of 2004. It is a very peaceful, respectful place that honors the terrible tragedy that occurred in this part of the world. The monument is comprised of a single, tall, bronze sculpture that rises from the waters of the sea, representing a group of people, who were trying to escape the devastating tsunami. The memorial includes a plaque with the names of the victims and those who were killed or disappeared. The memorial also includes a bridge leading out to the statue that visitors can walk across to get a bird's eye view of the statue. The memorial is a touching reminder of the tragedy that took place that day and a sober reminder of the human cost of this disaster.

Glad I went to visit as I think it is important to remember and acknowledge the devastation the 2004 Tsunami caused across Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka and India. The memorial is a bit run down which made me sad. A number of the plaques with people's names are faded and there were line needles collecting on them. Still glad I went to visit.

Definitely worth a visit, don't forget to visit the museum a couple of minutes drive around the corner too

This is one of the 2 memorials along the coast of Phang-Nga district that remembers the many people who lost their lives in the Tsunami on 26th December 2004. There is a park and beach near the memorial with a large Buddha, and a small Tsunami information centre. The plaques along the wall of the memorial are there to honour each of the many local villagers and overseas visitors who perished on that fateful day. My wife spoke with a local woman walking near the beach who told her how she had lost 3 family members and still to this day cannot understand why she survived. Please don’t be put off by some of the negative comments about this is place it really is somewhere to come and reflect on the terrible tragedy, honour the loss of so many lives and a great example of nature’s awesome power.

Clean beach area and the memorial park is kept clean

Very moving memorial to the 4000 victims of the 2004 tsunami, the number of victims shows this area was particularly hard hit

The location is nice and some people may enjoy the experience here. However, in my opinion, there are many other attractions in Samui that offer more unique and memorable experiences. If your time on the island is short, I’d recommend prioritizing other places first.

The famous grandmother and grandfather rock resembling the private parts of male and female. The rocks are naturally like this. Good spot for picture. Must visit

⭐️ Hin Ta Hin Yai (Grandfather & Grandmother Rocks) We arrived by taxi — entrance is free and it’s easy to walk around and explore the rocks. You can climb carefully, take amazing photos, and even jump into the water for a quick swim! There’s a small local market nearby with food, drinks, and souvenirs. The area is clean, peaceful, and well-maintained. Don’t miss the coconut ice cream served inside a fresh coconut with a red flower on top — it’s a must! 🍦🥥🌺 #KohSamui #Thailand #HinTaHinYai #IslandVibes #TropicalParadise

It's a nice site to visit which offer a great ocean view and the smiling Tour Guide showed us the Grand Father and Grand Mother Rocks.

Nothing special just some rock shape, and local market stuff. Good view but nothing special to spend your time on, try to visit a few other places before coming here.

Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks are definitely one of those must-see spots when you're in Koh Samui. Known as the “Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks,” the formations are famous for their unique, naturally shaped appearance — you’ll understand the name as soon as you see them! 😄 The area is small but scenic, with the rocks set against a beautiful coastal backdrop, perfect for a quick photo stop. There’s a viewing platform and some nearby stalls selling souvenirs, drinks, and local coconut ice cream, which is perfect on a hot day. It doesn’t take long to visit, but it's worth stopping by if you're passing through Lamai. Aside from the funny shapes, the local legend behind the rocks adds cultural interest. Parking is available, and the spot is easy to access — just a short walk from the entrance.

Cool place to stop and grab a few photos. Also a good amount of shops and the shakes aren't trying to rip you off

Large beach of several kilometers where it is good to walk. The color of the water changes according to the weather. Beware the sea is sometimes very rough with a lot of waves. Lots of massage tent all along and many bars and restaurants to enjoy the view.

We weren’t sure whether to bother with this beach initially, a slight concern that it might be crazy busy and full of rubbish etc… however I’m glad we did because it’s one of the most beautiful beaches on Samui. Sand colour on any beach can appear to change from white to yellow depending on the sun/conditions, but the few days we spent here it was white sand and calm blue waters. Theres loads to do with bars, restaurants and sunbeds to rent. Plus jet skis etc for those that are interested. It wasn’t too busy in June and there was no hassle from beach sellers. The planes coming in and out of Samui Airport made for an interesting back drop too.

Always beautiful soft sand beach. Water is so crystal clear. Good for relaxing and fun dining or shopping here at Chaweng Beach

I Love Koh Samui ❤️ Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui’s most popular stretch, is a 7km crescent of soft, white sand with crystal-clear waters. The southern end offers serene vibes, ideal for relaxation and stunning sunrises, while the northern part buzzes with resorts, bars, and nightlife. Water sports like jet-skiing and snorkeling thrive, but strong currents and occasional litter can mar the experience. Beachside massages and dining are highlights, though crowds and noise may overwhelm some. Perfect for lively beachgoers; quieter seekers should stick south.

Nice beach with clean water and clean sands. Some areas have shallow water so we did have to walk around it and find a good side. Many water sports activities available and some vendors. There are many cafés all around.

Chaweng Beach is truly beautiful – soft white sand, clear water and a long, wide shoreline that’s perfect for swimming, walking and relaxing. It’s one of the nicest beaches on Koh Samui, with a great balance of scenery, comfort and atmosphere. One thing to be aware of is that from around July there can sometimes be jellyfish in the water. I personally didn’t encounter any, but it’s something worth keeping in mind. Also, don’t listen to people who claim that July is “dry season” on Koh Samui – that’s simply not true. It does rain, and the weather can be cloudy and unpredictable. While Samui is usually drier than other parts of Thailand at that time of year, it’s definitely not a guaranteed dry season. Overall, though, Chaweng Beach is fantastic and absolutely worth visiting – just be realistic about the seasonal conditions.

Beautiful beach. Lots of restaurants, bars and beach clubs. Great atmosphere at night.

The souvenirs at the night market are a bit of a tourist trap but the food is absolutely top-notch and very affordable. We just wanted to keep eating, everything was so good. Do note that it doesn't run every day so make sure you check in advance to avoid disappointment.

Fisherman’s Village Night Market is the kind of place where your nose leads, your feet follow, and your self-control takes the night off. Every Friday, Bophut turns into a human salmon run—everyone swimming upstream for deals, snacks, and bragging rights. It’s a total sensory slapshot: sizzling woks, blaring tunes, and a crowd thicker than poutine gravy. One minute you’re buying a bracelet, next thing you know you’re eating noodles out of a pineapple wondering how your debit card got so sweaty. Vendors here could sell snow to a Canadian—they’ll charm the baht right outta your board shorts. You’ll end up with elephant pants, a carved coconut, and enough fridge magnets to start your own souvenir shop. Hungry? Follow the smoke signals—grilled corn, chicken skewers, mango sticky rice so good it deserves its own passport. No fancy cutlery, no problem. Canadians eat Timbits out of the box; we can handle a skewer on the go. By the end, you’re sun-kissed, broke, and grinning like you just won gold in bargain hunting. Fisherman’s Village isn’t just a market—it’s retail cardio with extra flavour. Pack light, spend heavy, and remember: it’s called Fisherman’s Village ‘cause everyone gets hooked.

A lively and popular night market with a wide variety of food and souvenir stalls. This market offers a vibrant atmosphere and a great selection of local dishes and souvenirs, making it a pleasant place to explore during an evening on Koh Samui. It is quite popular among visitors, so it can get busy around 6:30 p.m. Those interested in a more traditional Thai street food experience may wish to explore some of the smaller local markets as well. Overall, it’s an enjoyable stop for anyone wanting to experience the island’s lively night market scene.

This continues to be the best night market in Samui. There’s an incredible variety of food stalls offering everything from authentic Thai dishes to international favourites. We’re always drawn to the banana cakes, they’re absolutely delicious and this time we also loved the chicken wraps from the vendor next to the central seating area. Any of the Pad Thai stalls are a safe bet too. We skipped the sushi and cocktails due to past experiences, but plenty of other visitors seemed to be enjoying them. We took some time to sit in the centre and enjoy the beatboxer’s performance, he’s genuinely talented and well worth giving a small tip. After eating, we wandered around the market stalls. There’s something for everyone, and the sellers are generally open to friendly price negotiations, as long as you’re polite. We picked up a bag last night, and the bargaining was done respectfully, leaving both sides happy. If you’re in Samui, this market is a must-visit. Come hungry, enjoy the entertainment, and take your time exploring.

Perfect place to chill.Find restaurants with wide range of multi cuisines. One can explore the local food with scenic sea view. You can shop souvenirs for your loved ones.

Excellent market on 3 nights a week. A great mix of everything from street food stalls to clothes and trinkets. Live music and cocktails and a great atmosphere make a great night out. Plenty of taxis outside if you are not staying in the area. Plus a large car park for those with car or moped.

Lovely night market with various Thai food and vendor’s installments. Family friendly and friendly people. Plus beach side relaxing enjoying with some cocktails 🍹 simply amazing

This place is awesome and you can get a beautiful sunset view at the right time. Lots of planes flying overhead too which got us some pretty cool shots. Full of cats and dogs on the bottom section (they don’t go upstairs from what we saw)

The Big Buddha itself is stunning, but the panoramic view of the coast and city from the hill is the real bonus. It’s a bright, cheerful, and spiritually inspiring place. Beautiful temple surrounded by cafes and shops. Ciao🌺

My first ever temple/buddhist place I visited - and I loved it. Beautiful and unique architecture + sculptures. But a lot of tourists - I think if there are maybe a few less it would be more stunning. Cool place.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We arrived by taxi, and the driver dropped us right at the entrance. The temple complex is peaceful and full of vibrant details — souvenir shops, cold drinks, snacks, and clean restrooms are available on-site. As you walk around, you can explore smaller shrines and colorful statues before reaching the grand staircase leading to the massive golden Buddha. The view from the top is absolutely breathtaking, overlooking the entire area and the sea beyond. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Koh Samui! 🇹🇭✨ #WatPhraYai #BigBuddha #KohSamui #ThailandTemples #CulturalExperience #TravelMoments #LifeOfANomad

Shops around there, white dress shops are favorite. Enjoy to pray for my family. And happy to knock the big bells hanging on the ceiling. Exciting statue and we better take our shoes off for paying respects to lord Buddha. Nice views are available on top of the temple. There is a small monastery at base of temple and monk can bless you if you believe in superstition and religion. Peaceful at all.

Also from my bucket list No entry fees The view, the quite surroundings... everything perfect for a person who wants calmness in life (like me!!) Got a Thai pant from the shops, but the price is high!!

It was very close to the place where I was staying. Every morning when I went to take a dip in the sea i could see the statue close by. I was intrigued to see it for myself. Very close to the Pier. When I reached here it was quite early in the morning around 9ish, few people around, and I was lucky to witness the place all alone. As the others came to it only after I was leaving. Amazing to see a monk chant the Mantras and feel the tranquility in the air. I enjoyed every second of it. Kinda felt blessed.

Came here for a sunset ride and to check this side out, and was not disappointed. Great vibe, super chill, beach looks amazing, will stay here next time

If you’re reading this then this is the touristy part of the beach. On Google there are two markers that show up for this beach. The beach is basically split by a hill/rocks in between. Didn’t go to the other part of this beach but could see it being rather empty from where we were. Overall a very nice beach. Clear water, no rocks or corals for miles which makes it ideal for swimming. The shore is pretty wide and long so you’ll find a spot to lay down but probably not many shady areas since most of them are taken up by the loungers from cafes and restaurants that extend through this beach. It was a bit crowded when we went but given how wide and expansive the shore was, it didn’t feel crammed for space. Parking for scooters and cars were available few metres from the beach. Mini marts also available around the parking area if you want to grab some water and snacks before you enter the beach.

Amazing spot. Away from all the bustle and hustle of Koh Samui. Very quiet bay with awesome vibes

Beautiful sunrise at the stoned beach in Thong Nai Pan!! Drive through the resort during early morning was easy and the security guard let us drive in with the car and park there 👍 and then we walk for about a minute to the beach... The resort also has a good view point, walk up the steps once you get to the beach and up to the view point

One of the best beach on the island! Definitely worth a visit!

During our day tour of Koh Phangan Island,our guide brought us here to spend some time. It was a beautiful long beach. There were few resorts and restaurants overlooking the sea. Boating facility was also available. The beach was quite long and very clean. Ideal for couples and families.

It is a very beautiful beach, but the journey is quite uncomfortable because there are many hills and hills to reach the beach. But we are tourists, this is not a problem, but there is no shade from trees to stay because the hotels in that area are private.

This resort actually tried to scam me. DO NOT book here. Short version: The hotel made a booking mistake, and wouldn't give me the room I paid for and booked. Then agreed to a refund, but wouldn't actually send it, and made me fight for it. I booked through Expedia weeks in advance. All was confirmed and paid for. However 2 hours before scheduled check-in time while I'm on the ferry over to Koh Phangan, someone from the hotel messages me to say they've made a booking error and the beach front villa that I had reserved is not available. To "make up" for it, they offer me a garden view room for 50% off what I paid already. But that unit is already nearly 50% less than what I paid, so what kind of offer is that? I declined and asked for a cancellation and full refund. I wanted a beachfront bungalow, because that's what i booked. The person I was speaking to instantly becomes rude, and tells me not to come to the resort because my reservation was cancelled and refunded. However the refund never showed up and Expedia had to contact the resort MULTIPLE times, in which they kept refusing to honor the refund the hotel already agreed to. It took nearly 2 weeks of Expedia calling the resort multiple times and eventually a refund was provided. They made a booking error. Then they got rude with me. Then they tried to scam me out of the payment. AVOID AVOID AVOID.

Trust me do not go. Just don't. Location beautiful but remote. Guys that work the restaurant were the best part. They tried to charge my son as an adult on the taxie ride in. They did give money back when I called them on it.

It was one of the worst hotel I’ve ever been. Bathrooms were terrible and there was no protection for bugs. Workers were rude and disrespectful. Transportation is the worst part. On the sites they write we can use taxi, but without a 4x4 it’s impossible to reach to the hotel. We rent a motor and accidentally entered the road, we couldn’t go back after entering. When we reached the hotel hardly, for our return they charged a lot of extra money to take the motorcycle. Workers were careless and they said we have to pay otherwise we have to take the motorcycle on our own from a mountain road. Apart from the beach which is something natural and the hotel couldn’t destroy it, there is no reason to stay at a hotel like this. I would never recommend After reading the comment of the resort; they were shouting at the reception to us even though that I warned them to be respectful. Also even on the website while I make reservation there was no information regarding 4x4 trucks, only mentioned as taxi. We arrived late after sunset. Therefore the signs which they mentioned about warning were not visible at all. And after you ride around 1 km on that terrible road, you will see the warning sign, then there is no turning back. You have to pay money. And what they mean when they say ‘they tried to help’ they mean we had to pay a lot of money. It’s not helping it’s a money trap for the customers. I attached the video of the road and the entrance of it. You will see no warning signs only taxi prices.

Location is perfect, in case you look for serenity, with few people, and pretty much secluded from the outside world - then it is the place. The Sea is nice to swim. The staff at the restaurant are very nice. They also provide transfer from/to the hotel, since definitely not recommending to go there by your car/motorbike due to unpaved road last 15 mins. During rain that road can be quite dangerous. Rooms are old and a smelling mold. Quite expensive room considering how equipped it is. In case you want air conditioner and hot water, you have to pay daily extra, which is ridiculous. In the room is fan, which is a bit helpful. No room service. However area is nice and green around. The pool looked a bit dirty. Even though living conditions were not ideal, I still loved the bottle beach, it has its magic.

Great location if you don't consider how inconvenient it is to get to your room. Having to pay or walk for kilometers through the jungle till you arrive vice versa if you're parking your car or scooter up the top, cause it seems you can't access the resort directly. Host experience really bad though, would not recommend staying here.

We had an amazing 2 nights staying here. We had a bungalow on the beach front and loved it. The room & bathroom was clean and spacious, and it was lovely listening to the wildlife and waves at night!

RUN AWAY ! The hotel notifies you the day before arrival of information on how to get to the accommodation: road impassable by scooter, car or on foot, only by 4x4 with their taxi service. Exorbitant price!!! 300 baht/person/way !!!! It's too expensive ! Just imagine the amount to go out and in 2x a day... I absolutely do not agree with this, taking customers off their damaged road should be free!!!!!! Refusal to refund and lack of respect. Stealing their customer's money

Did not rate this beach at all. It was lovely and quiet but the tide was super low with sea moss, coral and seaweed which was not inviting to swim at all. I was staying on this beach for 6 days and did not swim in the sea at all. Lucky my resort had a lovely pool. Stayed in May so perhaps I was unlucky

Beautiful and peaceful beach. The water is super clear, but not great for swimming — there are corals near the shore and it stays shallow even if you walk out far. It was the same the whole time we stayed

I can’t understand why people give 5 stars review here. It’s super dirty, trash everywhere on the beach and micro floating plastics in the sea everywhere. Maybe far away from the beach has better cleaner water ?! ….there are many clean, beautiful islands and beaches in the world, it’s not worthy to spend money on this island !!!

nice beach. long and has swings. pretty clean as well. water was clear and sand was light. loved the beautiful sunset i caught, and they have at least 3 restaueants in the beach to choose from. 😊😊 one of the nicest beaches in koh phangan. considering how much i generally hate beaches this is really quite nice.

Lovely beach but a little less pristine than other ones 10 minutes away. Great to chill, a little rocky so bring water shoes to this one if you plan to go out into the water. Still absolutely swimable and fun with almost no rip tide so safe for kids.

Beautiful beach and pool but the rooms had no kettle, we had to ask, no tea or coffee or cups in the rooms, no plugs for your handbasin in the bathroom, when we asked for a cup we got told to get one from the restaurant and pay 100 baht deposit, we have traveled extensively around Thailand over the years and never had any place where there is nothing in the rooms, as well as been been charged a deposit of 500 Baht for a room key, there was no welcome when you arrive like an introduction to what there is if anything, when we first asked for a taxi we got told 600 baht per person there and back, you are so remote and far from proper shops and anything else, imagine if you wanted to do things on a daily basis, why they do not have a shuttle at various hours I do not know, if you do come remember to bring your own snacks, coffee, tea etc, definitely will not be back, this place could be paradise if whoever owns it would pay more attention to detail

1. It's another quiet beach which can be accessed through many resorts around it 2. It has nice swimming area 3. Beach umbrellas are available from the report 4. Nice sunset view can be seen from here 5.

I went to the beach to snorkel. The fish are amazing here. I swam with all sorts including reef sharks. Only downside is the sand/grit on the beach is full of rubbish and cigarette butts. For the love of God get one of those machines that siphons the rubbish out. Walking down the beach was horrible.

We were only at the restaurant, being one of then only two choices in that beach. We got terrible sixk after drinking two fruit shakes there. Not sure if the place is so remote they dont get easy access to clean water/ice but we end up in hospital with IV medicine and antibiotics for a week. Can happen anywhere but maybe they can improve their sanitary standards.

I love this stay so much. Been here twice in a row. The rooms and the view are breathtaking. I love the balcony so much. 10/10 would recommend.

I honestly didn’t want to give only 3 stars but the lack of air con spoilt it for me. The room was pretty basic which is okay and it suited me fine. I booked as the sea view balcony over looking the bay sold it to me and as a consequence missed the lack of air con which was my own fault. I was also stitched up by booking.com by paying over the odds. Not a fact, just my gut feeling. Like a lot of Koh Tao, the access roads to places are very steep so if you are new to scooters, please take it easy. After 8 days I got to know the road/track very well and was comfortable with it, even at night. I did a 5 day diving course so didn’t have any time at the restaurant/beach area. It did look lovely and inviting but the restaurant closed at 18:00. The owner said it was because everyone left the complex to go into town which is a real shame for them as it would be such a lovely place to eat. I hope this changes for the owners and people come to dine there as well as the accommodation because it would be a stunning place to eat. Installing air con would have made a huge difference to my star rating and I really am sorry to only give you 3 stars as all the staff were so lovely too.

Only stayed at the restaurant, but loved the dish called ‘no name’. Make sure to order it with seafood!

Best place to swim in snorkel in the island. Cafe is quite cool 🙏🥰

Booked this place on the basis the snorkelling & diving were great however the weather for the whole Five days was nothing I’ve ever seen rain rain and more rain. Nobodies fault, we did note some of the other reviews and didn’t expect a five star however this place is so rundown and in need of some serious TLC. We were getting bitten so muck from what we thought was mosquitoes it was getting rediculous having taken so many precautions and having the net over the bed. Then the bits started to fester and realised they weren’t mosquitoes but either bed bugs or bed flees. We told the women in charge who we assumed was the owner and she acted like nothing had happened ?she did say it happened 3 years ago and they changed the bed ??? Not even an apology. The road out and in of the resort is dangerous with no lights at night so be prepaired and take a touch if you stay there. I’ve been going to Thailand for 20 years and this is the worst place I’ve stayed come 6pm when the restaurant closed these nothing to do trust me I mean nothing. Restaurant food is priced say 200 baht for pad Thai then you have to pay more for chicken and more if you want prawn and even more for sea food and would say the food is very average. The only nice thing about this place is the view from bungarlow room. But dose not compensate for bed flees my wife’s legs are a mess she must have been more sensitive than me . Needless to say we were do happy to get out of the place and looked round for other places to stay if you want to sample the beach and swim take a taxi or bike visit but don’t stay but be careful of the road it’s so steep.

We (the tourists) took the best part away years ago. Above the water everything looks clean and neat. Beautiful sunset etc. Underwater different situation. There is not much littering to be seen however most corals are basically dead. Same as Koh Tao all around the island the snorkel spots look like grave yards. Few fishes here and there. The years of extended underwater tourism with unprotected exposure to dum and ignorant people who would just stand on the corals took its toll. It’s a disgrace. Maybe too late the Thai finally introduced stricter measures. Best thing to do for us - not come back for 50 years

An absolute must visit when in Koh Tao. This island is absolutely gorgeous, the white sands, turquoise waters and the stunning greenery and scenery make this an absolute paradise. Instead of booking an expensive tour to visit here, we drove to the hotel Dusit Buncha and paid a few hundred baht to use there boat service which goes usually most hours and takes about 10 minutes.

did a three hour trip to this island near Koh Tao and it was absolutely worth it! It’s about 10 min with long tail taxi boat The water is crystal clear and perfect for swimming and snorkeling. There’s also a viewpoint that you can’t miss. The most amazing panoramic views of the island and the sea. A must do when visiting Koh Tao!

Is beautiful island to relax and go swimming, snorkeling, dining,more private than other islands guests have place to themselves most of time day trippers come between 10am and 3:30pm when all non guest have to leave the owners and staff are very friendly and helpful food is excellent and very high standard when only guests are on island it so peaceful and relaxing definitely reccommend it as a place to go if you want to get away from the busy overcrowded tourist spots you wont be disappointed definitely going back again next time in thailand

Had a lovely time island hopping from Koh Tao. The sea is so blue and the island is very beautiful. There is a viewpoint of the entire island. Very relaxing atmostphere

Amazing island with pretty corals ans nice beaches

Lovely little island for a couple hours on the beach and snorkeling. I was surprised they have a restaurant. You can rent umbrellas and chairs to get outta the sun. There is a hike you can do for a great view.

Really enjoyed the experience. Butterflies were great. I wanted to do more hiking but realised the hiking and waterfalls you need to go further up for and you can't just do it without the proper vehicle so if you want to hike, make sure you make arrangements to go up further into the park, get permits and probably stay overnight in the park. Maybe that's just my experience or I didn't do enough homework prior to the trip but it wasn't as easy or permissible as I expected. You'll probably need a guide and to hire a 4 x 4 if you don't already have one. But well worth it. Butterflies, monkeys, bird life that we saw was worth it. The lake was magnificent! So scenic. Great place to explore. So much to see

Beautiful National Park. Friends and I did a motorbike ride there from Hua Hin. Worth a visit for sure.

Great place with beautiful views of the mountains and rivers that run very fast. Great for rafting

Most beautiful place you will ever see great roads loads to see and plenty of food stops.

Fantastic place for birding. Here are some of my favourites. You do need a guide to go some places, and a lot of locations and pinpoints are only known by the locals so you do need some connections.

Super Nice but the trail is for experienced hikers. We went by car and already saw a lot of birds, butterflies and deer. Very nice nature as well.

Enjoyed the walk. It can get quite hard as some spots require climbing over rocks with the aid of built-in ropes. The first levels are an easy walk, and the further levels are more difficult. Good small waterfalls to see, lots of fish and butterfly's along the way.

Nice waterfall, really beautiful. Would definitely give 5 stars because it was a really wonderful experience. However, it was so crowded, a bit dangerous as it's extremely slippery. And it was quite difficult to park.

I booked a train tour on SRT to go here (Special train Sai Yok Noi - 150 baht). I highly recommend this method if you have time and want to explore this place with a reasonable price. The trip length is 12 hours, 6:30-19:30. You can discover a historic railroad situated on a side of mountains. The waterfall doesn't have much clean water in this season, so it's good to rent a carpet and picnic. Good picnic place.

Went to both Erawan falls and Sai Yok waterfall. We preferred Sai Yok as it was less crowded and touristy, and the falls looked magnificent as you can see the entirety of it. Erawan, on the other hand, despite it being a 7-tier waterfall you see small bits of it at each level, and does not look as great. You can also stand under the actual waterfall here in Sai Yok and get showered upon. Bonus points as this is free.

Sai Yok Noi Waterfall The drive to the waterfall was scenic, with mountains and beautiful views along the way. I visited on a public holiday, so there were a lot of people. Parking was a bit difficult — I had to circle around 2–3 times before finding a spot along the roadside. There are many food and souvenir stalls around. Even though it was crowded, the place was still well-maintained and clean. At the moment, the water level is quite low and the water is murky, but the overall atmosphere is still relaxing — a nice spot to sit down, have a meal. Remind that free entrance and free parking. 11/07/2025

An easy access waterfall, it's next to the road and last western line train station. I revisited here since 3 decades. There are many changes, the water is clear and some space for sitting with a mat.

Went at around 10am in the photos and the video was around 4pm. Nice and empty early in the day but later in the day theres people swimming and climbing the rocks. Definitely recommend for people in the area

Good place to visit once. You will like it much if you like trails and walking.