Koh Phangan beaches

Thailand • Famous for Full Moon Party, lush hills and quiet coves

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Baan Tai beach
Bottle beach
Chalok Lam beach
Haad Khom beach
Haad Rin beach
Haad Than Sadet beach

Local impressions & editorial overview

📍 In the Gulf of Thailand, north of Koh Samui 🏝️ Mix of party beaches and serene tropical shores ✅ Best for: Backpackers, partygoers, digital nomads, divers ❌ Avoid if: You dislike crowds or seek only quiet relaxation

What to expect from beaches in Koh Phangan based on 99 reports

🌊 Calm water ☀️ Sunny & warm 🧯 Low jellyfish risk 🏖️ Clean sand 💧 Clean water 👁️ Clear water 🤫 Quiet & peaceful 🍽️ Food & drinks nearby 🚿 Basic facilities 🏝️ Secluded spots 🚗 Easy scooter access 🏖️ Bring your own towel

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Top 5 Best to stay For families For couples For swimming Quiet & less crowded Cleanest

🏖️ Koh Phangan Main Beaches

Baan Tai

Baan Tai

Tranquil coastal gem with stunning Samui views and a major party hub.

Calm water
Bottle

Bottle

Secluded cove. Beautiful, remote, often by boat.

Calm water
Chalok Lam

Chalok Lam

Scenic fishing bay with a local feel and stunning mountain backdrops.

Calm water
Haad Khom

Haad Khom

small, secluded bay, known for its peace and basic bungalows.

Crystal clear water Calm water
Haad Rin

Haad Rin

A famous beach known for its vibrant nightlife and full moon parties.

Crystal clear water Often crowded
Haad Than Sadet

Haad Than Sadet

clear, deep turquoise water, waterfalls within a national park

 Haad Thian

Haad Thian

secluded, picturesque cove, known for its tranquil vibe

Noticeable waves
Haad Why Nam

Haad Why Nam

small beach with direct sea views and a blend of modern comforts

Calm water
Haad Yang

Haad Yang

Super nice beach if you don’t mind the amounts of trash.

Calm water
Haad Yao

Haad Yao

It's a long, wide, family-friendly beach with great sunsets.

 Haad Yuan

Haad Yuan

secluded beach with dramatic rock formations, rustic resorts

Noticeable waves
Hin Kong

Hin Kong

Sleepy, west-coast shoreline famous for a massive low-tide sandbank.

 Mae Haad

Mae Haad

Famous for the sandbar, creating a unique swimming and snorkeling spot

Often crowded
Malibu

Malibu

Postcard-perfect bay with iconic round trees and a relaxed resort vibe

Often crowded Calm water
Rin Nai

Rin Nai

serene and relaxed beach with stunning sunsets and calm atmosphere

 Salad

Salad

Sheltered bay, calm water, popular for families.

Often windy Calm water
Secret

Secret

Secluded cove. Very peaceful, feels hidden.

Often crowded
Srithanu

Srithanu

Known for yoga studios, vegetarian cafes, and a very tranquil atmosph

Crystal clear water Calm water
Thong Nai Pan

Thong Nai Pan

stunning, peaceful bay, split into two beaches

Crystal clear water
Thong Sala

Thong Sala

busy commercial hub; expect piers and ferries, not pristine swimming.

Calm water
Zen

Zen

Beach with rustic, bohemian vibe, daily sunset drum circles, and yoga.

Often crowded Calm water

📍 Koh Phangan beaches by crowd level ▼

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📍 Koh Phangan Overview

📍 Type
Island
⛴️ Access
Ferry only
🏍️ Transport
Scooter rental
🌧️ Best Season
Dec–Apr
📶 Internet
Reliable
🏪 Amenities
Full
🏥 Medical
Basic clinic only
📏 Size
125 km²

Most Common Conditions

All months Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Sep Oct Nov Dec

All data extracted from public sources. Updated: October 2025.

☀️ Sky condition
Partly cloudy
66/99 reports
💨 Wind
Light
67/99 reports
🌊 Wave Height
Calm (<0.1 m)
45/99 reports
💧 Water Clarity
Clear
37/99 reports
🚯 Water Cleanliness
Clean
41/99 reports
🏊 Swimming Safety
Safe
45/99 reports
🏖️ Sand Cleanliness
Good
63/99 reports
⚠️ Beach Surface Hazards
Rocks
1/99 reports
👥 Crowd Level
Few people
39/99 reports
🧍 Visitor Type
International tourists
45/99 reports
🌳 Available Shade
Sparse
48/99 reports
🛏️ Sunbeds available
No
50/99 reports
🚻 Toilets working
Yes
2/99 reports
🍔 Food/Drink available
Yes
65/99 reports
🐾 Animals
None
62/99 reports
🔊 Noise
Quiet
43/99 reports
🌡️ Air Temp
29°C
avg from 42 reports
🌊 Water Temp
29°C
avg from 42 reports
Conditions shown represent the most frequently observed values across all verified reports for Koh Phangan. BeachReviewGuide.com provides machine-readable, video-verified beach condition reports for Koh Phangan. Details in dataset description.

📹 Latest 5 Reports (out of 99)

October 2025 👤 Noodchannel
🌡️ Air Temp: 28☀️ Sky condition: Cloudy💨 Wind: Light🌊 Water Temp: 29🌊 Wave Height: Light (0.1–0.2 m)💧 Water Clarity: Crystal clear🚯 Water Cleanliness: Some debris🏊 Swimming Safety: Safe🏖️ Sand Cleanliness: Some trash👥 Crowd Level: Crowded🧍 Visitor Type: International tourists🌳 Available Shade: Sparse🛏️ Sunbeds available: Yes🚻 Toilets working: Yes🍔 Food/Drink available: Yes🥤 Drink Min: 150.0🐾 Animals: Stray dogs
🏖️ Haad Rin
October 2025 👤 Kev D
🌡️ Air Temp: 28☀️ Sky condition: Partly cloudy💨 Wind: Light🌊 Water Temp: 28🌊 Wave Height: Calm (<0.1 m)💧 Water Clarity: Clear🚯 Water Cleanliness: Some debris🏖️ Sand Cleanliness: Some trash👥 Crowd Level: Moderate🧍 Visitor Type: Families🌳 Available Shade: Sparse🛏️ Sunbeds available: Yes🍔 Food/Drink available: Yes🐾 Animals: Stray dogs🔊 Noise: Quiet
🏖️ Haad Yao
September 2025 👤 Walking Mission in Asia
🌡️ Air Temp: 30☀️ Sky condition: Partly cloudy💨 Wind: Light🌊 Water Temp: 29🌊 Wave Height: Light (0.1–0.2 m)💧 Water Clarity: Clear🚯 Water Cleanliness: Clean🏊 Swimming Safety: Safe🏖️ Sand Cleanliness: Some trash👥 Crowd Level: Crowded🧍 Visitor Type: Families🌳 Available Shade: Sparse🛏️ Sunbeds available: No🍔 Food/Drink available: Yes
🏖️ Secret
September 2025 👤 Walking Mission in Asia
🌡️ Air Temp: 28☀️ Sky condition: Cloudy💨 Wind: Moderate🌊 Water Temp: 29🌊 Wave Height: Moderate (0.2–0.5 m)💧 Water Clarity: Slightly cloudy🚯 Water Cleanliness: Clean🏖️ Sand Cleanliness: Some trash👥 Crowd Level: Few people🧍 Visitor Type: International tourists🛏️ Sunbeds available: Yes🍔 Food/Drink available: Yes🐾 Animals: Stray dogs🔊 Noise: Quiet
🏖️ Haad Yao
September 2025 👤 Walking Mission in Asia
🌡️ Air Temp: 30☀️ Sky condition: Sunny💨 Wind: Light🌊 Water Temp: 29🌊 Wave Height: Moderate (0.2–0.5 m)💧 Water Clarity: Clear🚯 Water Cleanliness: Some debris🏖️ Sand Cleanliness: Some trash👥 Crowd Level: Empty🌳 Available Shade: Sparse🛏️ Sunbeds available: No🍔 Food/Drink available: Yes🐾 Animals: None🔊 Noise: Quiet
🏖️ Zen

🏨 Where to Stay on Koh Phangan

Koh Phangan offers a wide range of accommodation — from budget and mid-range hotels to luxury beachfront resorts. Booking in advance is essential during high season (Dec–Apr).

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