Nai Harn Beach
Nai Harn Beach
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- Melodie P23 contributionsBest beach in PhuketClean, beautiful and not too overcrowded! Restaurants and stores in walking distance. Per local taxi driver we became friends with, this is the best and cleanest beach in Phuket. Patong Beach is dirty and overcrowded with tourists.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 12 November 2023
- SkriptasLondon, United Kingdom29 contributionsDon’t lose your sunglasses, waves are sneakyMudu Higher savęs Thao ir Kata ir Karon but it was great for us. Got First row Beach šešta for 200baht all day and 2 coconuts for 100baht. Many souvenir shops not as many food places. So we ate up the hill towards Karon beach.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 14 December 2023
- Ferhat F3 contributionsAmazing oneAMAZING. The first time was in December 2000, and in November 2023.The beach same way we live it. Excellent experience great place for family also. One thing change know many shop and restaurant. But stile quite place to enjoy your holiday .Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 14 March 2024
- Hadiza B2 contributionsBest part of Phuket.The beach was great, but expect a lot of tourists. Rock Salt is right next to the beach and it’s amazing. The staff, especially Gib, are fantastic. Food and ambience are top notch. If you meet Gib, you’ll have an amazing time there, watching the surf and enjoying the great food.Visited April 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 19 April 2024
- LoislovestravellingMelbourne, Australia870 contributionsBrilliant place to relax ….. quickly!This place is hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the bigger more popular tourist destinations (granted we were here in low season). They had manned life saver flags to swim between, lounge beds to hire by the beach and a smattering of good places to eat…. And of course a perfect place to relax.Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 June 2024
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Laura Maz
Monaco-Ville, Monaco40 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
I love Nai Harn beach!
It’s my favorite beach in Phuket, it is a very long beach , you can chose either to lay on the sand or to stay on the private beach that offers sun-beds and has a small bar ( it was so nice to drink a coconut and relax).
The water is clean, clear and the sand is soft.
Even in high season the beach is not too crowded.
The lake before arriving to the beach is lovely and there is a temple on the side that makes the atmosphere amazing.
I go there every year!
It’s my favorite beach in Phuket, it is a very long beach , you can chose either to lay on the sand or to stay on the private beach that offers sun-beds and has a small bar ( it was so nice to drink a coconut and relax).
The water is clean, clear and the sand is soft.
Even in high season the beach is not too crowded.
The lake before arriving to the beach is lovely and there is a temple on the side that makes the atmosphere amazing.
I go there every year!
Written 26 February 2020
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Robert B
Almhult, Sweden20 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Nai Harn Beach was a Great place to spend a few hours swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing. You can rent 2 beach chairs with umbrella for 200 Thb (a necessity if you don’t have your own shade). There are opportunities to rent SUPs and Kayaks. Lifeguards are on duty. Snorkeling isn’t anything special but fun for kids and an opportunity to see some basic fish. There are some drink bars and massage opportunities as well. The sand is fine, soft and hot in the sun.
Written 24 February 2020
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Lolowin
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam144 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Naiharn beach is a gorgeous beach for swimming and hanging out in lounge chairs. For 200 baht you can rent a pair of loungers and an umbrella but you have to get there early for the good spots, preferably before 9:30 am during peak season.
You can buy fruit and snacks nearby for what is probably an inflated price but it's convenient for sure.
Remember to pack your sunscreen and plenty of water. The water can be calm but also remember to look at the colour of the flag on the beach to make sure you're a skilled enough swimmer to manage it.
There is a nice lagoon area for children on the left side of the beach.
You can buy fruit and snacks nearby for what is probably an inflated price but it's convenient for sure.
Remember to pack your sunscreen and plenty of water. The water can be calm but also remember to look at the colour of the flag on the beach to make sure you're a skilled enough swimmer to manage it.
There is a nice lagoon area for children on the left side of the beach.
Written 25 January 2023
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Kaushik G
Mumbai, India4,065 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
We had visited Nai Harn Beach during our sightseeing in Phuket. We had booked private car through Klook for full day sightseeing and this beach and the adjacent Buddha temple was part of our itenary. This is a beautiful beach with blue sea and yellow sand. The beach was crowded with tourists swimming, sunbathing or relaxing in the beach chairs. We had simple lunch in one of the small restaurants near the beach.
Written 31 December 2020
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Martin McFarlane
Sandstone Point, Australia4 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Excellent beach at southern end of Phuket. Pure white sand and crystal clear water. Great beach for kids. Couple of resorts close by for lunch, local trinket shops and produce available as well as massages etc. lovely big trees sit above beach if it gets to hot for you. Only downside is that it can get a bit overrun at times. Very enjoyable experience
Written 13 April 2020
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Jongleurgirl
England, UK941 contributions
Jan 2020
Beautiful bay backed by tree covered hills. It is a long beach with powder soft sand and clean water. It is patrolled by lifeguards and signs are set out to tell you if it is safe for swimming. Two areas of sunbeds packed close together at the rear of the beach so do not spoil the beauty of the beach. A few restaurants can be found behind the beach. There is a grassy area at the back of the beach shaded by trees. Rocks at the extreme right of the beach good for snorkelling. Parking available behind the beach and lots of food vendor carts on the road leading down to the beach.
Written 19 January 2020
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ianthegolfpro
Truro, Truro District, Cornwall, England71 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Lovely quieter beach, only 1 hotel on the surrounding hillsides.
Safe clean ocean to swim in.
No jetskis, banana boats etc.
Lovely market stalls by beach, cheaper than the night markets for fake clothing, watches etc.
Safe clean ocean to swim in.
No jetskis, banana boats etc.
Lovely market stalls by beach, cheaper than the night markets for fake clothing, watches etc.
Written 16 February 2020
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EffKaytraveller
Karachi, Pakistan17 contributions
Sept 2022
We visited Nai Harn beach in 2013 on way to Promthep cape to see the infamous sunset. Our taxi driver recommended this beach and we tanked him for this.
We were told that this used to be nude beach until few years back (huh!). beach gets tides, so good for tide lovers, but has red flags as back current is not very safe at these spots. Me and son though enjoyed every tide. Since it is located far off and access required taxi, there wasnt too much of rush. Sand is soft and hardly any rocks under water!
some of the hotels looked nice to us (we were staying on Patong) and may be in one of the future trips, will stay on these isolated spots.
We were told that this used to be nude beach until few years back (huh!). beach gets tides, so good for tide lovers, but has red flags as back current is not very safe at these spots. Me and son though enjoyed every tide. Since it is located far off and access required taxi, there wasnt too much of rush. Sand is soft and hardly any rocks under water!
some of the hotels looked nice to us (we were staying on Patong) and may be in one of the future trips, will stay on these isolated spots.
Written 5 January 2023
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Jane hong
Shanghai, China34 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
This beach is a must-visit in Phuket. It is small but has solid beauty.
If you want to enjoy quiet and beautiful sea views, I think you should take it for granted.
This place is so beautiful that even photos can be mistaken for paintings. I recommend this place as a must-visit for families with children. There is also a view taken from the rock salt restaurant in the photo, so it would be good to refer to it. And if you want to see the entire view of Nai Harn, it wouldn't be a bad idea to enjoy the view with a beer at Rock Salt Restaurant.
If you want to enjoy quiet and beautiful sea views, I think you should take it for granted.
This place is so beautiful that even photos can be mistaken for paintings. I recommend this place as a must-visit for families with children. There is also a view taken from the rock salt restaurant in the photo, so it would be good to refer to it. And if you want to see the entire view of Nai Harn, it wouldn't be a bad idea to enjoy the view with a beer at Rock Salt Restaurant.
Written 11 August 2023
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Nathanbkk97
Bangkok, Thailand10 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Beautiful beach - the best on Phuket. Soft sands and clear waters. Early morning when it's quiet is magical, while the sunsets are also stunning (but busier!). Definitely worth the trip if on Phuket.
Written 25 December 2022
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Does anyone know a nice hotel around here ? Is this far from the airport international?
Written 12 November 2022
Hello is there fireworks at 31 December New Year’s Eve?
Written 12 November 2022
Подскажите, пожалуйста, как этот район для отдыха с грудным ребёнком?
Written 25 September 2019
Is there any shortcut/pathway on the east end of the beach to the road which leads to the Windmill viewpoint? Or do you have to walk all the way down by the Nai Harn Lake to get to that road? Shortcut would make the trip almost 1 kilometer shorter.
Written 2 September 2019
Dear All:
I wish to know easy ways to go from Kata beach to Nai Harn beach?
I plan to stay at the Windmill resort near Nai Harn next month. Thank you.
Man
Written 10 February 2019
The Windmill Resort is near Yanui Beach, you can walk there, but Nai Harn Beach is about 4 Kim over a large hill, if you are planning to go there daily you will need transport, as this is a quiet area of Phuket and no Tuk Tuk or Taxi on every corner
Written 9 August 2019
Eva O
Stockholm, Sweden
Hej!Tänkte ta en utflykt till Nai Harn och undrar om det är bra snorkling där?Befinner oss nu i Karon. Eva
Written 24 January 2019
Kan bara hålla med föregående skribent. Fin strand, väl värt besöket men snorklar inte så där faller även jag kort. Önskar er ett härligt besök!
Written 25 January 2019
If we stay in an hotel near this beach, is it easy to reach other beaches or beautiful places by walking or cycling? Thanks
Written 26 June 2018
Hello,! @ Nai Harn area is very pretty and from there you can move easily on other beaches. There are several clubs in Nai Harn but it is quieter than Patong. The best way is the scooter, now there is not much traffic!
Written 27 June 2018
We are going to phuket from Singapore with 3 days cruise. Please suggest which beach is beautiful and how to go there ?
Written 14 June 2018
We did this cruise and hired a local travel guide to give us a day tour. She met us at the jetty and her driver (in a nice air conditioned 7 seater vehicle all day) took us around Phuket. Was well worth the money as you get to see quite a lot. If you are just after beaches, then you may think the travel further south may take too much time with the return ride back, as traffic is horrendous you’d only get a couple of hours at the beach.
Agree with other reviews below that the main ones are pretty busy & not clean
Written 2 July 2018
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