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There are a huge number of beaches on the Thai island of Phuket, but not all of them are suitable for family and children’s pastime. In the top 10 we included the best beaches in Phuket for families with children.
10 Mai Khao
Mai Khao opens the top ten best beaches in Phuket, suitable for families with children. This is one of the longest beaches, the length of which is about 11 km. Mai Khao meets the requirements of privacy and an almost complete lack of infrastructure. It is territorially part of the Sirinat National Park, so there are no buildings on the shore, noisy water activities are prohibited. A few hotels are located at a distance of at least 50 m from the coast. This beach is often called the “airport” beach, because from it you can clearly see how planes take off and land at Phuket International Airport.
9. Nai Yang
Beach Nai Yang perfect for holidays with children. Comfortable, calm and even slightly wild Nai Yang is located thirty kilometers from Phuket, to the north of the island. For those who like to relax “savage”, perhaps even in a tent, this is the most suitable place. Nai Yang Bay, fenced off from the sea by a coral reef, will help you feel unity with nature, enjoy the beauties to the fullest. Rest on this Phuket beach is a rest in a national park with an area of ninety kilometers. And all this is mangrove forests, which is a unique ecosystem. Mangroves, the wonderful smell of the sea, unique views – all this awaits visitors here.
8. Bang Tao
Bang Tao also quite suitable for families with children. Given that Bang Tao Beach is located in the bay, the sea is always calm here. The width of the beach, like the length, is impressive, especially at low tide. The sand deserves special mention – it is golden and fine here. The sea around the beach is mostly shallow. However, in some places the depth is decent, so you need to be careful. The entry into the sea is long, about 15 m. In the morning, Bang Tao is in the shade – it is created by casuarina trees growing along the entire beach. This continues until about 11 o’clock, after which the hot sun begins to reign here.
7. Kata Noi
Kata Noi included in the list of the best beaches in Phuket for families with children. It is small and cozy. There are relatively few people when compared with Kata. The coastline is wide. There is very little natural shade, in the central part, literally a couple of places from the trees and on the left side near the mountain. The length is about 700 meters. Along the edges of the beach, sand imperceptibly flows into the chain of reefs, becoming a favorite place for divers. In rare coastal rock formations, you can see the life of crabs. Due to the small size of the bay, there is no strong navigation in the water area of the beach, which is also a plus for tourists. Covered with very fine white, clean sand, the water is azure and clear. Kata Noi is south of the rest of the beaches, therefore less crowded. Since it is more remote, you can meet people sunbathing topless on it. Since it is in a dead end, there is no noise from the streets and the city.
6. Knighton
One of the best beaches in Phuket Knighton well suited for families with children. Knighton is located on the territory of the National Reserve, so everything is good with the environment here: there are a lot of greenery and trees around, you can take a walk in the forest. There are no water activities on the coast itself. Along the entire length there are sun loungers and parasols, but they are only 1-2 rows at a fairly large distance from each other.
5. Most Harn
Most Harn is considered one of the best beaches in Phuket, which is ideal for families with children. The coastline is flat and a little less than 700 m long, while not much more than 50 m wide. In the daytime, sunbeds are placed on the beach, but there are not so many of them. The fact is that Nai Harn is a favorite place for family picnics not only for tourists, but also for the Thais themselves. However, even in the high season, the abundance of vacationers is not an eyesore. The beach area is perfect for relaxing. There is the whole standard set of establishments here: cafes, restaurants, bars, sports grounds, souvenir shops, but they do not spoil the view much. After all, Nai Harn is surrounded on both sides by palm groves, creating the feeling of a heavenly dream lagoon.
4. Kamala
Kamala perfect for a relaxing holiday with children. This beach is not one of the smallest, its length is about 2 km, while its width is very narrow (20 – 30 m). For a long time Kamala was a quiet and peaceful place. It served as a marina for fishing boats and for the rest of the Thais. There were very few tourists on it. However, in recent years, more and more often you can meet older people who have chosen this quiet and peaceful place as their second home. It is understandable, all the benefits of civilization are at hand, at the same time, the sea is within easy reach. In addition to those who moved here, there are now many package tourists. The sand on Kamala is white, like grains of salt. There are many hotels on the beach line, and the beach area next to them belongs to them. Accordingly, sand quality and purity can vary significantly.
3. Patong
Patong opens the top three beaches for families with children. Patong with a wide white-yellow sandy strip is located on the western side of about. Phuket and has a length of 4 km. The arcuate strip of the beach is framed on both sides by rocky ledges, which makes the fabulous view of the landscape more comfortable. Immediately, behind the sandy strip, various buildings are buried in lush vegetation: private houses, markets, entertainment venues, hotels and much more.
2. Surin
Surin ranks second in the list of the best beaches in Phuket for families with children. Surin is less than a kilometer long, with impressive stones in the water around the edges. Wide, but in the season it is densely packed with sunbeds under umbrellas, up to five rows, they do not add space to the beach. The ebbs and flows are not as pronounced as in neighboring Bang Tao, the water does not go away for tens of meters. The sand is fine, light, yellow or almost white, depending on the lighting. There is no silt, the water is clear, the color is very beautiful, azure. In combination with white umbrellas with fluttering ruffles, it creates a festive atmosphere. During the season, cleaners with whisks go to Surin all the time, there are waste baskets. It’s very neat and clean here.
1. Caron
Caron – the best beach in Phuket for families with children. This is a fairly large Phuket beach with a length of about four kilometers, with a wide coastline, where in the high season you can find your own corner for relaxation, among a large number of tourists. This is one of the most popular beaches among tourists from around the world. On Karon in Thailand you can find peace, entertainment and well-deserved relaxation. It is also famous for its quartz sand. The same sand that is used in the hourglass. It crunches underfoot in a very interesting way and, in terms of noise perception, resembles the sound that is made when walking on creaky, dry snow.