Nai Harn and surroundings
A quiet little spot at the southern end of Phuket, Nai Harn is one of the island's most beautiful locations
and most popular places with in-the-know locals.
This quiet and tranquil place has only a few hotels and is a favourite anchorage for boats during the high season.
Great for swimming from November to April, however care should be take in the low season (May-October) when there
can be strong undertows on occasion.
The local restaurants just above the beach make a great place to relax with a sundowner.
Just north of Nai Harn, along the coast, is Nui Beach, small, secluded and difficult to access.
Further along is Ya Nui, a charming sandy cove featuring good snorkeling, kayaking and fishing.
During high season there is a line of sun loungers for hire as well as a stand that rents out masks, fins, kayaks
and body boards for very reasonable prices.
There is also an ad hoc restaurant. The sand is beautifully soft and children love to collect shells on this beach.
An island called Koh Keyao Noi stands 700 metres out in the sea and in calm weather yachts moor just off the coast
and it is possible to paddle out to explore the coral or to pay a visit to neighbouring Nai Harn. In rougher weather
local fishermen climb the rocky promontory to cast off or simply brave the waves with casting nets.
Another out-of-the way spot nearby is the tiny beach of Ao Sane, a great spot for snorkeling,
reached by taking the small road that starts at Le Royal Meridien's car park.
A great place to have a snack and watch the sunset is Promthep Cape, a popular viewpoint only a few minutes drive from Nai Harn.