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Klong Dao Beach
Best time to visit
Afternoon offers a breathtaking sunset and cooler temperatures, making the beach experience more comfortable. Visiting during the dry season ensures clear skies and calm seas.
Budget tips
Access is free, so bring your own snacks and drinks to save on resort prices. Renting beach chairs is affordable and supports local businesses.
Recommended for
Beach lovers, Families with kids, Photography enthusiasts, Casual swimmers
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Quick facts: Stretching over 3 kilometers, this beach offers a vast sandy shore perfect for leisurely strolls and sunset watching. It's one of the calmest beaches in the region, making it ideal for swimming and beginner-friendly snorkeling.
Highlights: Gentle waves create a serene swimming environment while colorful traditional longtail boats dot the horizon, providing fantastic photo opportunities. The beach's soft white sand stays cool underfoot even in the afternoon heat, enhancing barefoot comfort.
Insider tips
- Wear light, breathable clothing and sandals since the sand stays cool but the sun is strong.
- Visit in late afternoon to capture the stunning golden hour light, perfect for photos.
- Avoid peak midday to skip crowds and high heat.
- Bring snorkeling gear for calm waters near the shore where colorful fish are visible.
Practical info
Have you heard of free walking tours?
After traveling to 30+ countries, there's one thing I wish someone had told me from day one, and it completely changed how I experience new cities.
Free walking tours. Yes, actually free. No credit card needed. No catch.
Local guide, 2-3 hours
Major sights, hidden gems, local stories
100% tip-based
Guides earn only tips, so they give their absolute best
You tip what feels right
At the end, just tip whatever you feel is right
I've done these in dozens of cities and they've been the highlight of almost every trip. If you're visiting Ko Lanta, Thailand, do this on your first day. You'll thank me later.
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