beaches on koh samed

HAT SAI-KAEW - ( PHOTO )
This is the largest and most popular beach and one of the most beautiful. Hat Sai-kaew is 1 kilometre long and 25 metres wide. The name means
Diamond Beach, This is a nice area fringed by local bungalows / resorts & restaurants. it is a nice beach filled with activities From dawn to dusk
visitors can enjoy sunbathing,swimming, jet skiing, wind surfing, riding on a banana boat or even partying at night.

AO HIN HOK - ( PHOTO )
This is a small beach located next to hat Sai-Kaew beach and is separated by a small rocky point where a mermaid statue is located,
The beach is famous for its strangely shaped rocks.
There are inexpensive bungalows / huts located along the beach and also value-for-money restaurants providing fresh, quality seafood dishes.

AO PHAI - ( PHOTO )
Located next to Ao Hin Hok, this beach is very crowded with keen sunbathers, swimming here is not recommended due to the whirlpool sea
and quite often has a red flag. vistiors sunbathe and just dip in the sea here.

AO PHUTSA - ( PHOTO )
A small bay next to Ao Pai, which draws repeat visitors intent on relaxing and book reading, Suitable for those who are tired of crowded beaches
and nightlife activities, Ao Phutsa offers a quiet retreat that reunites visitors with nature in its crystal clear calm waters.

AO TUBTIM - ( PHOTO )
Located next to Ao Phutsa, Ao tubtim is set in a tranquil atmosphere and is well known for white sand and clear water, Ao Tubtim is a small
cosy resort which provides nice services in a well decorated area.

AO NUAN - ( PHOTO )
Ao Nuan is located next to Ao tubtim and is a perfect hideaway for holidaymakers in search of tranquility.

AO CHO - ( PHOTO )
This is a quiet tranquil bay, the beach is fringed by small resorts / bungalows offering good quality accommodation
it has some nice beach front bars / restaurants, ideal area for a getaway from it all.

AO VONGDEUAN - ( PHOTO )
This is the second largest beach resort on koh samed, A half moon shaped beach, which attracts tourist groups both in the high and low season
due to its beautiful white sandy beach and clear water. the beach is fringed by small resorts / bungalows offering good quality accommodation
to visitors and a great variety of restaurants / bars for every taste. Ao-vongdeuan has the best sunrise on Koh Samed.

AO THIAN - ( PHOTO ) ( CANDLELIGHT BEACH ) / AO LUNGDUM - ( PHOTO )
Ao Thian's topography is fringed by a rocky beach in which some nice spots for snorkling and swimming in the crystal waters
These beaches are very quiet and free from group tours, the resorts offer small quaint bungalows beach front.

AO WAI - ( PHOTO )
Is located within a short walking distance over the rocky prominence, from Ao thian / Lungdam, shaded by cajeput trees, the beach is quiet,
scenic and a serene spot for sun worshippers & sea lovers.

AO KIEW NA NOK - ( PHOTO )
This bay is a perfect secluded den for those planning to keep their distance from the busy, crowded beaches and vibrant nightlife.
From Ao Wai visitors can walk to this perfect bay to view the spectacular sun rise & sun set.

AO PRAO - ( PHOTO )
This is the only beach on the east coast. Ao Prao is a world class destination, popular with those seeking quality accommodation
and a quiet place. This beach area is quite far away from the lively life of koh samed, The beach is 300 metres long and preferred by travellers
who quietly enjoy the blue sea and white sand in the sunshine. The Sunset from Ao prao, is on a clear night a memory that will last a lifetime.

AO NOI NA - ( PHOTO )
Is located in the north of koh samed, it is quieter and therefore suitable for those looking for a truly relaxing experience on the white clean
sandy beach. The views in the distance from this location are of the mainland resort town of Rayong / Ban Phe.