Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach
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The Most Luxurious Beach in Koh Phangan
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 Thong Nai Pan Noi, the northern of the two sandy brothers and the most luxurious beach in Koh Phangan
thanks to several 5 star hotels lined golden sand strip.
Very popular with families and couples, Thong Nai Pan Noi beach, about 500m long is an all round favourite due to its spectacular palm-lined beach, great restaurants, activities, softly nightlife and varied accommodation options - all the beachfront location. If you’re an avid beachgoer who enjoy the classic beach elements of sun, sea, sand and warm, clear waters, Thong Nai Pan Noi is not going to disappoint.
During the north-east monsoon season (November to April) the weather in the area is generally great and warm,
but sea conditions can be changeable. The best time for swimming to Thong Nai Pan Noi is from February – May with clear sky and the warm sea is as flat as a pancake, crystal clear and turquoise in colour. The south-west monsoon or rainy season (May to October) can make for rougher swimming conditions, and swells but on these days you probably wouldn't want to go the beach anyway. |
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 Getting to Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach
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 A decade ago it was very difficult to get to Thong Nai Pan. In 2013 things have changed: most part of the road is now made of concrete; many hotels serve speed boat transfers; and Koh Phangan airport is being built on island's east coast. Also you can get here from other Koh Phangan beaches by boat-taxi or by Thong Nai Pan Express boat from Samui (jan-oct only, from Maenam).
The largely concrete road through mountainous jungle heading to Thong Nai Pan beach starts in Baan Kai village near 7-eleven and travel time by auto/motorbike is 30 min. Private taxi from Thong Nai Pan to Thong Sala pier is 800 Bath/one way, to Haad Yao beach is 1200 Bath, aroun island 2500 Bath. Public taxi from Thong Sala fee is 300 Bath/per.
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Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach Facilities |
 Sunbeds are available in some beachfront restaurants, bars, Buri Rasa The Beach club and of course at resorts – the latter intended for the exclusive use of guests.
In the same places can be found restrooms usually allow you to use it for a small charge.
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 Every resort in Thong Nai Pan Noi has at least one restaurant and you will have plenty to choose from simple beach-side bamboo-and-straw Thai restaurants in the North end of the beach to high-end 5 star venues with fine dining, great vine list, wide western and seafood menu and amazing sea views. The Beach Club at Buri Rasa resort or Krua Tapan restaurant will be a great choice.
Additionally most of the beach area is lined with reasonable priced restaurants and bars which mainly feature pizza, Thai food and seafood. The beach is probably the best selection of food available of all the beaches in Koh Phangan.
Hawker stalls, selling everything from barbequed chicken to Som Tam (spicy Thai salad, delicious) to cut tropical fruits to drinks, can be found in the local village that's the main access to the beach.
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Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach Attractions |
 If you are full the powers for adventures, there are some eco-attractions around Thon Nai Pan Noi beach, but don't forget to change your shoes rather than flip flops.
Than Prawes waterfall is located west of the beach in the mountains jungle not far from the main road. Follow by road leaving Thong Nai Pan Noi till you'll see small sign heading to waterfall. Than Prawes is multi-levels waterfall go on for about 1km. The best time to visit from dec-feb when it full with a water.
Other place to see is Wang Thong Waterfall hidden away in a quiet
forest. This sight is seasonal. The high waterfall look more fascinating in the rainy months.
 King Rama V Rock with the royal signature on it you can find opposite La Hacienda Restaurant on a way to Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort and Spa.
Santhiya viewpoint it's large dining terrace at the charming Chantara restaurant at Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort. You will get a good meal while enjoying outstanding and sweeping vistas is almost unparalleled in Koh Phangan. |
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Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach Activities |
 On Thong Nai Pan Noi beach you can try fun kayaking for around 200 baht an hour. Head north to the tip not far from Santhiya is a small cove called Laem Pak Chong, or head to south by kayak towards Thong Nai Pan Yai or direct to Koh Kong Thansadet island with untouched coastline to explore. Hire a local boat for sea trip and go to picturesque Haad Khuat (Bottle) beach.
You can fishing by throwing a line out from the rocks at the northen end of the beach. It is more fun than fishing tour.
Close in to beach the waves have far less power and are perfect for little ones thus boogie boards can be rented for children. Sunbathing and reading a good book are also the most popular activities here.
If you are less inclined to take to the water than you are the land, then renting a mountain bike/motorbike or setting off on a day of exploration by foot is just as easily done. Architectural attraction is pretty much dominated by Thon Nai Pan temple.
There is the good library in Panviman Koh Phangan with great choice of books and magazines, daily open 11:30 - 17:30. |
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H2O Dive Center |
 The Dive Center offers PADI cources and dive trips to the best dive sites around Koh Tao, Koh Maa and Koh Phangan islands - the 'Sail Rock' is most popular. The shop also sells a qualitative dive equipment.
opening hours: 09:00 - 22:00
place: the main street in Thon Nai Pan Noi village |
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Spa and Thai Massage in Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach |
 Give yourself and your loved ones something special during your stay in Thon Nai Pan Noi by booking a
spa treatment and discover your private ritual for serenity. Several
luxury
spa resorts on the island have won global spa awards over the years. Most spa feature well-trained therapists who are wonderful examples of the art of Thai hospitality. For the first-time customer, try the traditional Thai massage and/or the famous foot massage.
Anantara Spa at Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villa Resort & Spa Tel: +66 77 239 555
Panviman Spa at Panviman Koh Phangan Tel: + 66 (0) 77 445 101–9
Santhiya Spa at Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa Tel: +66 (0) 76-284334
Opening Hours: Daily. Advance booking is recommended.
Throughout the length several salas have been set up for Thai massage on the beach and in the village. Try the traditional Thai massage at Buri Rasa resort, which includes yoga postures with a variety of massage styles is done by professional masseurs in big open-air sala on the resort's groung. Other types of massage and reflexology are also available. Prices start from 300 Bath/hour.
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Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach Water Sports |
 There's not really any snorkeling close to the shore on Thong Nai Pan Beach, although there is some good scuba diving however it's not from the beach. Dive shops will be able to arrange this for you. Two diving schools are available in Thong Nai Pan Noi beach: Tropical Dive Club on the beach near Thongtapan Resort and H2O Scuba in Thong Nai Pan vilage. Diving is possible by speedboat ride to the famous Koh Tao island's dive-sites.
Jetskiing and parasailing is available in high season. If unsure ask at the beachfront hotels. Beware when jetskiing, most jetskis have 'no insurance' stickers on the front of them! Or why not go for a longtail boat ride? |
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Fitness & Yoga in Thong Nai Pan Noi |
 The modern, well-equipped fitness center at Buri Rasa with new equipmenton and sport-bar with healthy drinks, located in the northen end of the beach near the main road - everything has been designed for serious work. Also you can working out your body at perfect Fitness centres are located in other 5 star hotels in Thong Nai Pan Noi.
Learn or practice with a yoga master while staying at Santiya or Panviman. Prices start from 1,000 baht per session. If you stay at the Santiya have a look at their private sessions with their own teacher. The other good options is Yoga Studio is in the forest on the road to Thong Nai Pan Yai. It is tranquil setting perfect for yoga teaching. |
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Thai Cooking Classes in Thong Nai Pan Noi beach |
 Impressed with Thai cuisine? Then why not enroll at Thai cooking classes at one of Thong Nai Pan Noi’s top resorts and get to learn the secrets of Thai herbs and how to work their wonders?
Check out the Spice Spoon Anantara cooking shcool with culinary workshops held every Saturday and Sunday. Much more than just a cooking class, Spice Spoons offers a rich and interactive immersion in Thailand’s world famous gastronomy, renowned for its artistry and unique four flavour balance of salty, sweet, spicy and pungent. Adding a beautiful creative touch, the school also offers daily afternoon classes in the intricate art of fruit and vegetable carving. Tel: +66 77 239 555
Thai Cusine Cooking Classes at Buri Rasa Koh Phangan with professional Chef have Thai Cusine experience more than 10 years. Booking 1 day in advance and the classes price 1500 Bath/per. Tel: 66-77-23-0222
Also you can easy to find signs for Thai cooking classes in Thong Nai Pan Noi village where some restaurants will open for you secrets of Thai cuisine. |
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Hotels Right on The Beach |
- Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villa Resort & Spa
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 Thong Nai Pan is split into two focal areas: Thong Nai Pan Noi beach which lies northern of Panviman Koh Phangan, it's home to the most luxurious resort on the island, and Thong Nai Pan Yai is southern, with lots budget accomodation where visitors will find some local shops, from souvenir and ready-to-wear stores, to 7-Eleven and local mini-marts. Our alphabetic list is just that, covering all the hotels in the area.
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