Surat Thani 🏖️ all 95 beaches (Thailand)

About Surat Thani

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Surat Thani attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

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Ko Mat Sum island

Ko Mat Sum island

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Ko Mae Ko island

Ko Mae Ko island

Picturesque • Exceptional beauty • Cliffs

Ko Wua Ta Lap island

Ko Wua Ta Lap island

Picturesque • Exceptional beauty • Cliffs

Tean island

Tean island

Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking • Good for Sup surfing

Baan Bang Rak

Baan Bang Rak

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Football ground

Baan Plai Laem

Baan Plai Laem

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Football ground

Baan Chaweng

Baan Chaweng

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Football ground

Baan Bo Phut

Baan Bo Phut

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Football ground

Choeng Mon

Choeng Mon

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Football ground

Baan Chaweng Noi

Baan Chaweng Noi

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Football ground

Ko Rap island

Ko Rap island

Natural shadow • Wild beach • For explorers

Baan Lamai

Baan Lamai

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Baan Mae Nam

Baan Mae Nam

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Baan Harn

Baan Harn

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Baan Hua Thanon

Baan Hua Thanon

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Baan Tai

Baan Tai

Natural shadow • Good for diving • Football ground

Nathon

Nathon

Natural shadow • Football ground • Good for Kayaking

Baan Thong Po

Baan Thong Po

Natural shadow • Football ground • Good for Kayaking

Ko Samui

Ko Samui

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Wild beach

Ban Bang Khao

Ban Bang Khao

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Haad Mae Haad

Haad Mae Haad

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Haad Khom

Haad Khom

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Haad Salad

Haad Salad

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Haad Khuat

Haad Khuat

Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Baan Thong Nai Pan

Baan Thong Nai Pan

Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Haad Chao Phao

Haad Chao Phao

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Haad Yao

Haad Yao

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Ko Pha-ngan

Ko Pha-ngan

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Moo 7

Moo 7

Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Moo 1

Moo 1

Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Baan Pang Ka

Baan Pang Ka

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Baan Thong Krut

Baan Thong Krut

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Ban Hat Rin

Ban Hat Rin

Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Baan Taling Ngam

Baan Taling Ngam

Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Tong Yang

Tong Yang

Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking • Good for Sup surfing

Ko Wua island

Ko Wua island

Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Don Sak

Don Sak

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Koh Thong Thaeng

Koh Thong Thaeng

Natural shadow • Wild beach • Good for Snorkeling

Baan Chalok Ban Kao

Baan Chalok Ban Kao

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Baan Haad Sai Ree

Baan Haad Sai Ree

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Baan Mae Haad

Baan Mae Haad

Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Ang Thong island

Ang Thong island

Cliffs • Natural shadow • Camping

Ko Tae Nai island

Ko Tae Nai island

Natural shadow • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking

Phum Riang

Phum Riang

Natural shadow • Wild beach • Camping

Surat Thani Best beaches

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Haad Yao

Haad Yao

Haad Yao

Good for Relax

Haad Yao

Haad Yao 0.1 km

Very good

8.4

Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Small open area • Crowded in season • Large low tide

6.2 Amenities index

Crystal Bay Beach

Crystal Bay Beach

Crystal Bay Beach

Senior friendly

Crystal Bay Beach

Baan Lamai 2.4 km

Very good

8.4

Partly hotel beach • Picturesque • Easy access • White sand • Small open area • Crowded in season

3.7 Amenities index

Bottle Beach

Bottle Beach

Bottle Beach

Senior friendly

Bottle Beach

Haad Khuat 0.1 km

Very good

8.4

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Crowded in season • Large low tide

3.7 Amenities index

Mae Haad Beach

Mae Haad Beach

Mae Haad Beach

Senior friendly

Mae Haad Beach

Haad Mae Haad 0.3 km

Very good

8.4

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide

3.7 Amenities index

Chaweng Beach II

Chaweng Beach II

Chaweng Beach II

Senior friendly

Chaweng Beach II

Baan Chaweng 0.7 km

Very good

8.4

Partly hotel beach • Easy access • White sand • Turquoise pure water • Small open area • Crowded in season

7.3 Amenities index

Bo Phut Beach

Bo Phut Beach

Bo Phut Beach

Senior friendly

Bo Phut Beach

Baan Bo Phut 0.3 km

Very good

8.4

Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Small open area • Crowded in season

7.3 Amenities index

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Popular types of Surat Thani beaches

Sand

Fine sand

Secluded relax

Kids friendly

Naturist beach

Long beaches

Wild

Private resort

Good for Relax

Kite or windsurfing

Kite or windsurfing

Sup-surfing

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 95 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Surat Thani.

Most beautiful beaches of Surat Thani

Ko Wua Ta Lap Beach

Ko Wua Ta Lap Beach

8.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty

Thailand, Baan Thong Po 30.1 km

Ko Mat Sum beach

Ko Mat Sum

Ko Mat Sum beach

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, White fine sand

Thailand, Ban Bang Khao 5.6 km

Lamai Beach

Lamai Beach

8.7

Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Thailand, Baan Lamai 0.9 km

Ko Mae Ko Beach

Ko Mae Ko Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty

Thailand, Baan Thong Po 31 km

Bhundhari Beach

Bhundhari Beach

8.5

Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water

Thailand, Baan Plai Laem 2.1 km

Coral Bay Beach

Coral Bay Beach

8.5

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Thailand, Baan Lamai 2.7 km

Quitest and lonely beaches in Surat Thani

Idyllic Samui Beach

Idyllic Samui Beach

8.8

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Choeng Mon 2.4 km

Choeng Mon Beach

Choeng Mon Beach

8.5

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Choeng Mon 0.1 km

Coral Beach

Coral Beach

8.5

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Baan Chaweng Noi 1.7 km

Pariya Beach

Pariya Beach

8.4

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Ban Hat Rin 1.7 km

Four Seasons Beach

Four Seasons Beach

8.4

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Thailand, Baan Thong Po 1.8 km

Bang Por Beach

Bang Por Beach

8.4

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Thailand, Baan Thong Po 0.3 km

Best beaches for snorkelling in Surat Thani

Salad Beach

Salad Beach

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand

Thailand, Haad Salad 0.1 km

Ko Mae Ko Beach I

Ko Mae Ko Beach I

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque

Thailand, Baan Thong Po 30.3 km

Jansom Bay

Jansom Bay

8.3

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access

Thailand, Baan Mae Haad 0.9 km

Freedom Beach

Freedom Beach

8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Thailand, Baan Chalok Ban Kao 1.4 km

Haad Sai Daeng Beach

Haad Sai Daeng Beach

8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light sand & pebble

Thailand, Baan Chalok Ban Kao 1.5 km

Sai Nuan Beach

Sai Nuan Beach

8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Thailand, Baan Mae Haad 1.4 km

Hotel beaches in Surat Thani

SriThanu Beach

SriThanu Beach

8.3

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Haad Chao Phao 1.1 km

Sai Nuan Beach

Sai Nuan Beach

8.1

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Baan Chalok Ban Kao 1.4 km

Aow June Juea

Aow June Juea

8

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Baan Chalok Ban Kao 1.2 km

Haad Baan Tai beach

Haad Baan Tai beach

7.5

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Moo 1 0.9 km

The Secret Beach

The Secret Beach

7.4

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Haad Mae Haad 0.8 km

Haad Tien Beach

Haad Tien Beach

7.2

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Haad Yao 0.6 km

Beaches with shade in Surat Thani

Haad Rin beach

Haad Rin

Haad Rin beach

8.7

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White sand

Thailand, Ban Hat Rin 0.3 km

Malibu Beach

Malibu Beach

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water

Thailand, Moo 7 1.5 km

Thongson Bay beach

Thongson Bay beach

8.5

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water

Thailand, Choeng Mon 1.7 km

Thong Nai Pan Beach

Thong Nai Pan Beach

8.5

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Thailand, Baan Thong Nai Pan 0.4 km

Chaweng Noy Beach

Chaweng Noy Beach

8.5

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Thailand, Baan Chaweng Noi 0.6 km

Maenam Beach (Mae Name Beach)

Maenam Beach (Mae Name Beach)

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Thailand, Baan Mae Nam 0.6 km

The best beaches in small bays in Surat Thani

Haad Sadet Beach

Haad Sadet Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Thailand, Baan Thong Nai Pan 3.6 km

Ao Hin Wong Beach

Ao Hin Wong Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Thailand, Baan Haad Sai Ree 2 km

Ko Wua Ta Lap Beach I

Ko Wua Ta Lap Beach I

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Thailand, Baan Thong Po 30.7 km

The Ritz Carlton

The Ritz Carlton

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Choeng Mon 1.3 km

Ao Luek Beach

Ao Luek Beach

7.7

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Thailand, Baan Chalok Ban Kao 1.1 km

Lighthouse Beach

Lighthouse Beach

7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Turquoise pure water

Thailand, Baan Haad Sai Ree 3.1 km

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Surat Thani, they are as follows:

The region's beaches are mainly narrow, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 48.
An important clarification, 27 beaches in the region have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
The average distance from the road to beach in Surat Thani is less than 500 meters. 79 beaches are relatively easy to access, 1 beach are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 15 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of Surat Thani beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Hundreds of beaches in Surat Thani attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all kayakers, sup boarders, snorkeling lovers.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, Surat Thani is the perfect place for you. More than 30 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
Snorkeling. For admirers of the inner beauty of coastal waters, it is essential to know that about 131 beaches in Thailand that are popular with snorkelers, of which 21 beaches are in Surat Thani. According to our users, the best locations are: Ko Wua Ta Lap Beach, Ko Mae Ko Beach, Salad Beach.
Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 50 beaches in Surat Thani can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Ko Wua Ta Lap Beach, Idyllic Samui Beach.

Do you love an active lifestyle but would prefer something other than water activities? Then on the beaches of Surat Thani you can actively spend time playing volleyball. Although this region does not have the privileged status of the volleyball capital of Thailand, it may well compete for this title because there are about 16 beaches where you can play volleyball.

For campers, important information is the availability of campsites in the region. There are such places near the 3 beaches of Surat Thani. 3 of them are official campsites, with all the necessary (showers, toilets, shops, cafes).

Latest reviews on Surat Thani's beaches

Dreamland Beach

8 Unique Path

When we went in February, the beach was great for swimming. The water was warm and calm, and the sand was soft. The water had a green/turquoise color and felt clean, although not completely clear (possibly due to the rain the previous evening). Additionally, there are several beach restaurant/bars to choose from, and you can also rent a long tail boat from here to visit other beaches.

Haad Yao

10 SunVit Soundz

The beach is incredibly charming and perfect for families. However, every Wednesday, expat locals host a small fair and an after-sunset party simultaneously. Despite this, my family loves gathering together to watch the sunset, play with the kids, and dance to the music.

Crystal Bay Beach

10 Evelyn Rivers

This spot on Koh Samui boasts coral and small fish in close proximity to the beach. The water is clear enough for snorkeling, as long as the waves aren't too strong. It's open to the public for easy access.

Bottle Beach

8 Lirah K.

While the beach is decent, there are certainly more stunning beaches out there. However, if you're visiting for a scenic hike or to take in some breathtaking views, the beach serves as a delightful reward at the end of your journey. Additionally, there are a handful of restaurant choices available for a bite to eat.

Mae Haad Beach

8 Nirushan Kumarasinghe

This is a great spot to grab a drink. The nearby hotel has a fantastic bar that serves delicious fruit shakes. Plus, the view is absolutely stunning.

Chaweng Beach II

8 Liam Parker

This magnificent beach is undoubtedly among the finest in the world. However, it is unfortunate that public access is significantly restricted, and the presence of resorts that have encroached on the beach has marred its natural beauty.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 4 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is May - air temperature during this time warms up to 30.4°C and water up to 31.3°C. The coldest month is December - air temperature drops to 27.4°C and water to 27.8°C. Air and water temperature allows you to relax comfortably in the region all year round, which is enjoyed by tourists and locals.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Surat Thani? In total there are 95 beaches and the most popular is Ko Wua Ta Lap Beach.

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Lipa Noi Beach

Lipa Noi Beach

8.3

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Thailand, Tong Yang 0.5 km

Hin Kong Beach

Hin Kong Beach

7.5

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Haad Chao Phao 2.6 km

Crystal Bay Beach

Crystal Bay Beach

8.4

Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, White sand

Thailand, Baan Lamai 2.4 km

Surat Thani Beach

Surat Thani Beach

7.9

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Good for Kayaking

Thailand, Baan Plai Laem 1.3 km

Nathon Beach

Nathon Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Nathon 0.9 km

Zen Beach

Zen Beach

8.2

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Thailand, Haad Chao Phao 0.5 km

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Surat Thani?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Surat Thani, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 95 beaches in total, of which about 51 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

Sandy / Best sandy beaches in Surat Thani (89 beaches)
Free to visit / Best beaches with free access in Surat Thani (55 beaches)
Located within settlements / Best natural beaches in Surat Thani (26 beaches)

They are also usually:

Easily accessible / Best beaches with easy access in Surat Thani (79 beaches)
With amenities / Best beaches with basic amenities in Surat Thani (80 beaches)
With minimal crowds in season / Best beaches without crowds in Surat Thani (9 beaches)
With high cleanliness / Best beaches with perfect cleanliness in Surat Thani (82 beaches)

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Surat Thani?

Most of the beaches located in Surat Thani are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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Which beaches in Surat Thani are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

The selections of the beaches in Surat Thani according to the recommended audience:

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