Banana beach, Coastal retreat in Phuket, Thailand
The 200-meter stretch of golden sand sits between clear turquoise waters and tall palm trees on the western coast of Phuket island.
The beach remained untouched by commercial development throughout Phuket's tourism expansion in the 1990s, maintaining its natural state for local fishermen.
Local families gather at this beach during weekends to share traditional Thai seafood meals prepared at the small beachfront restaurant.
Visitors reach the beach through a marked trail from the main road near Naithon Beach, with limited parking spaces available along the roadside.
The shallow waters near the shore reveal colorful coral formations and tropical fish, making it possible to snorkel directly from the beach.
Location: Phuket
GPS coordinates: 8.04191,98.27636
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:35
Phuket combines beaches, temples and natural areas. The island offers water sports along Patong and Kata coasts, Buddhist temples like Wat Chalong, excursions in Phang Nga Bay and to Phi Phi Islands. The historic center features sino-portuguese architecture and local markets.
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16.3 km
Sarasin bridge
17.5 km
Tiger Kingdom Phuket
16.1 km
Old Phuket Town
21.5 km
Phuket FantaSea
9.7 km
Sirinat National Park
5.7 km
Kamala beach
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ศาลเจ้าจุ้ยตุ่ย
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Surakul Stadium
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Splash Jungle Water Park
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Holy Trinity Church
7.6 km
Wat Mongkhon Nimit
21.3 km
Thalang National Museum
12.1 km
Wat Khao Rang Samakkhitham
20.1 km
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4.1 km
Wat Mai Khao
9.9 km
Wat Si Sunthon
10.4 km
Bangla road
16.7 km
Paradise Beach
16.8 km
Nai Yang beach
8.1 km
Surin
7.4 km
Soi Dog Foundation
10.4 km
Nam Tok Kathu
13.5 km
Laem Singh viewpoint
8 km
Karon Noi Beach
19.7 km
Freedom beach
18.6 km
Jui Tui Shrine
21.3 km
Phuket Elephant Sanctuary
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