Every beach I visit feels overcrowded with tourists—it's hard to find the peace and tranquility I’m looking for.

1. Ao Sane Beach -  near Nai Harn, perfect for snorkelling and relaxation.
2. Laem Ka Beach - A small, peaceful beach on the east coast, great for a quiet day out.
3. Banana Beach - Tucked away between Bang Tao and Nai Thon.
4. Freedom Beach - Accessible by boat or a hike, this secluded spot has crystal-clear waters and fewer tourists.
5. Yanui Beach - A small, charming beach near Promthep Cape, popular with locals for its tranquillity.
   

3 hours ago, MichaelJackson said:

Every beach I visit feels overcrowded with tourists—it's hard to find the peace and tranquility I’m looking for.

Nai Yang

I don't think there is one that is not overrun.  Way too crowded last time there, and off season.  Last time, was the last time we'll be visiting, till the next pandemic ... hopefully soon 

Kamala and the other beaches north of Patong is rarely crowded.

1 hour ago, Hummin said:

Kamala and the other beaches north of Patong is rarely crowded.

Like Kamala Beach, and last week supposedly ... not too bad at all ...

 

 

2 hours ago, KhunLA said:

Like Kamala Beach, and last week supposedly ... not too bad at all ...

 

 

To be called Trump beach in January

The beach of Oriental Beach Village.

My favourite beach in Phuket is not on the west coast. Thankfully its in an area where most tourists don't really go anyway. One of the last beaches where you can relax and enjoy some peace and quiet and calm water.

NaiHarn

 

 

On 8/21/2024 at 7:31 PM, Hummin said:

Kamala and the other beaches north of Patong is rarely crowded.

LOL:
guess u never visited kamala, Surin or Bang Tao during high season

Layan is the only one ( NOT weekends)  that gets very very few tourists as there is NOTHING for them but the beach an Sea

NO shops
NO restaurants
NO Massage
Not umbrellas or chairs

2 hours ago, zzzzz said:

LOL:
guess u never visited kamala, Surin or Bang Tao during high season

Layan is the only one ( NOT weekends)  that gets very very few tourists as there is NOTHING for them but the beach an Sea

NO shops
NO restaurants
NO Massage
Not umbrellas or chairs

Yes, plenty of surf & sand if just looking.  North of the popular one, and vendors nearby.  Anywhere north of Bang Tao beach.  Been to most of them, very nice.  Having transport helps, and or staying nearby.  

 

Swim at you own risk though, if going in.   Can even do some plane spotting ... 

... and yes, even Phuket has a bit of a smog problem in February, when photo was taken.   That is not a moisture haze.  That hill in background should be crystal clear.

 

 

 

 

 

Nai Harn beach is nice early morning, not many people about at the moment, 

Naithon beach is not too bad, I even do a bit of fishing sometimes off season... , I always wonder why would people want a completely deserted beach, what they like to do there...!?!? 😉 Only good maybe for taking photos for magezines .. 

 

I don't mind some people around, of course not overcrowded, but a few soles around is not a bad thing, maybe somewhere to get a drink and food etc.