Tropical Island Beaches - Thailand Koh Phra Thong - part 1
The entire west coast of tropical island Koh Phra Thong is exquisite palm tree lined beach. For descriptive purposes, this is split into 4 distinct regions. Two of which are outlined below.
Golden Buddha Beach
Golden Buddha Beach stretches from the south-west tip of Koh Phra Thong (near the village of Thung Dap), all the way up to Golden Buddha Beach Resort, which is situated close to the centre of the west coast. This sandy beach is more than 10km long and absolutely deserted for its entire length.
Exclusive tropical beach
The beach is lined with trees and tropical flowers. There is not a single resort disturbing the tree line until you reach Golden Buddha resort, which has been tastefully designed to compliment the surrounding nature.
The beach faces the Andaman Sea to the west. During peak season the tropical waters are quite flat. At the fringes of the season the waves can pick up as the day wears on.
Golden Buddha Beach ends at Hornbill Hill. This is also where the first scuba diving site is located, Hornbill Rocks.
Golden Buddha Bay
The northern part of Golden Buddha Beach Resort is fortunate enough to have a region which has beautiful beaches facing both east and the west. This region is the home of Hornbill Hill, the yoga sala and Blue Guru Diving.
The eastern side is where Golden Buddha Bay starts. The broad sandy beach arcs round a tropical bay where the water is completely sheltered from the open sea.
Koh Pling local dive sites
In this bay are the two Koh Pling islands. They assist in breaking up any waves coming in from the outside, keeping the bay interior calm and protected. The four other local dive sites are located around the Koh Pling islands.
The beach at Golden Buddha Bay is as quiet as any other on Koh Phra Thong. The 2km stretch from Golden Buddha resort in the south to Mr. Chuoi's Bar and Huts at the northern end is a delightful walk. You can feel the stress of modern living fall away as you listen to the familiar sound of the sea lapping against the shore and the feel of soft sand underfoot.
Also, as you look out at the Koh Pling islands you can see the two small, yet perfectly formed tropical beaches of Koh Pling Yai and Koh Pling Noi.
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Marine Habitats
This tropical Thai island is fortunate to benefit from diverse & healthy marine habitats. In Golden Buddha Bay there are coral reefs. In Koh Ra Channel there are expanses of seagrass and some of the densest mangrove forest in the country.
Blue Guru Diving
Blue Guru looks after the water sport activities on Koh Phra Thong. There are sensational scuba diving, snorkeling and kayaking experiences on your doorstep. Specially tailored family packages are also available.
Diving/Activities Packages
Blue Guru and Golden Buddha Resort have come up with some select diving packages that also include other activities. These are designed to give guests a taste of what Koh Phra Thong has to offer at very special prices.
Mr. Chuoi Bar and Huts
Mr. Chuoi's bar and huts is an excellent budget accommodation option for the intrepid traveller. Situated close to a private bay, surrounded by nature, with freshly prepared food and an excellent little bar - everyone enjoys their stay with Mr. Chuoi.
