We have walked for hours when we finally reach the end of the stunning white sandy Bang Tao Beach. We lay down on the soft, warm sand, in the shadows of the palm trees swaying softly in the breeze. A handful of local kids are playing in the azure blue water. A runner just passed us, other than that, we are entirely alone. The only sound is from the waves rolling on the sand.
Bang Tao Beach is the closest Phuket gets to what we consider to be the perfect tropical beach paradise. Among all the beaches we visited and stayed at in Phuket, Bang Tao Beach is our favorite.
This is our travel guide to Bang Tao Beach in Phuket with everything you need to know before you go.
The Ultimate Travel Guide To Bang Tao Beach In Phuket
This Bang Tao travel guide gives you the best things to do and see in Bang Tao Beach, as well as the best places to stay and eat. Bang Tao’s top attractions, beaches, sights, and activities are listed and highlighted on a map. Have a great time exploring Bang Tao! ♥
A Brief History Of Bang Tao Beach
It is hard to believe that the Bang Tao area once looked like a war had raged here. Thirty years ago, the beautiful park, lagoon, and beach area that you see today in Bang Tao was a desolate, ruined landscape.
The Bang Tao area used to be one of the most productive tin mines in Thailand and from here came much of Phuket’s wealth. But in the 70s, when the prices of tin and rubber dropped dramatically, they closed down the mines and left the area looking like a total mess.
Bang Tao desperately needed new workplaces and new sources of income, and so the idea of transforming Bang Tao into a holiday destination occurred to some developers and investors from Singapore. The Bang Tao beach itself was still beautiful and untouched. But the mine pits had ruined the land surrounding it and polluted and poisoned the rivers and canals.
The work took several years, but slowly, the area came back to life. The old tin mines turned into beautiful lagoons and park areas, linked by narrow canals. Today Bang Tao is a stunning area and a fantastic place to go on a beach holiday.
Bang Tao Beach Today
Bang Thao Beach (or Bangtao Beach) is one of the longest beaches on Phuket Island in Southern Thailand.
Located on the island’s west coast this half-moon-shaped bay stretches on for 8km of soft white sand. Forest and trees enclave the beautiful Bang Tao Beach, and you can not even see the road nor hear the traffic.
It is a peaceful and relaxed beach. Unlike some of the other beaches in Phuket, Bang Tao Beach is not packed with sunbeds and umbrellas, noisy jet skis, banana boats, water activities, or pushy sellers. Bang Tao Beach is all about finding that zen moment and enjoy some peace while at the same time have access to some of the best hotels, restaurants, and cafes in Phuket.
Bang Tao is considered one of Phuket’s more “high-end” holiday destinations, and there are certainly plenty of luxury resorts and top-notch restaurants. However, there are also some excellent mid-range hotels and some cool hostels at the southern end of the beach.
Phuket has a lot of beaches, all different, and decided where to stay can feel a bit overwhelming. If you’re still not sure where is right for you, have a look at our new guide to the best beaches and places to stay in Phuket. That article will give you an overview of Phuket’s areas and the pros and cons of staying at each one, along with our recommendations for hotels.
Bangtao Beach has a lot to offer for just about anyone. Bang Tao beach can be divided into two – the northern part and the southern part.
The northern part of the beach is quiet and pristine. Here you can find your undisturbed slice of paradise, put down your towel, and let the days go peacefully by. Further south you have a great choice of restaurants, shopping, bars, and beach clubs.
Southern Bang Tao Beach – Laguna Phuket Complex
At the southern part of Bang Tao Beach, there is a myriad of freshwater lagoons and canals between the beach and the road, covering 1000 acres of beautifully landscaped park. Here you will find some lovely five- and four-star, resorts, and hotels (7 in total) called the Laguna Phuket Complex. These are top-end hotels offering everything you could want for a holiday- big pools, nice bars, top-notch restaurants, gyms, sports facilities, and children’s clubs.
It is easy to go between the hotels, restaurants, and shopping, as you can jump on the free ferry to go across the lake to the different hotels and the beach.
here are also some residential villas and apartment complexes in Bang Tao where you can rent long-term apartments.
Northern Bang Tao Beach
The northern part of Bang Tao Beach is much less developed and more of a natural kind of beach.
Here the locals enjoy themselves on Sunday afternoon, having barbeques while the children play in the water. The peaceful bliss at this part of Bang Tao Beach is so far from Patong Beach as you can get.
1. The Bang Tao Beach
The main attraction of Bang Tao is, of course, Bang Tao Beach itself. It is perfect for walking or running, and you can in total do an 8 km run or walk from one end of the beach to the other.
If you go north, the beach gets more and more peaceful and pristine the further north you get.Grab your camera/ phone and go for a stroll and explore the beach area of Bang Tao. Buy a fresh coconut or a drink at one of the beach bars and restaurants in the southern part of the beach and enjoy the sunset.
2. Beach Clubs In Bang Tao
Beach clubs are popular in Phuket, and Bang Tao is no exception. Here you can rent lounges, sunbeds, use the pools, and buy food and drinks all day long. In the evenings, you can enjoy a drink or two while enjoying the sunset. The beach clubs are the place to go partying in Bang Tao as they have live DJs spinning records that get the party started.
However, you have to pay to get into the beach clubs, and they are rather expensive.
There are four beach clubs at Bang Tao beach:
Catch Beach Club – the first and most famous of the beach clubs in Bang Tao
Xana Beach Club – at Angsana Laguna Phuket hotel
Dream Beach Club – at the north part of Bang Tao beach
Blue Siam Beach Club – at the south part of Bang Tao beach
3. Bang-Tao Night Market
Markets are a big thing in Thailand, and Bang Tao has a great night market. Here you can enjoy some delicious Thai food, snacks, and drinks, and go shopping for souvenirs, clothes, gifts, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables. The prices are reasonable, and the market has a great variety of different goods and food. Worth a visit.
When: Bang Tao Night Market is open every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from around 14:00 (2 pm) – 20:00 (8 pm). It is, however, a bit empty in the early afternoon. People tend to come to the market at around 17:00 (5 pm).
Where: The Bang Tao Night Market is located on Soi Bang Thao 2
4. Lots Of Sports Activities In Bang Tao
Many different sports activities are on the list of what to do in Bang Tao Beach:
Kayaking/ Sailing
At the big lagoon, you can rent kayaks and canoes and go paddling on the lagoon. Or you can rent small sailboats, perfect for practicing your sailing on a windy day.
Bicycling
Bang Tao is perfect for exploring on a bicycle as it has little traffic, and there are many roads to explore. Many of the hotels have bicycles for rent (or for free), or you can rent high-quality bicycles (including e-bikes) at one of the bike rental shops in Bang Tao, like the Siam Bike Tours & Road Bike Rentals (located in Boat Avenue) or Ridenow Phuket.
Horseriding
You can go horseriding along the beach of Bang Tao by contacting Phuket International Horse Club which is located in Bang Tao.
Golfing
Golf is a big thing in Bang Tao, and there are several golf courses in the area. You can go golfing at the 18-hole golf course Laguna Golf Phuket, or the 27-hole golf course at Phuket Country Club. There is also a Phuket Golf Center in Bang Tao with a golf school and lots of fun activities for families and kids.
Mini Golf
If golf is not your thing, mini golf might be. Great fun both for adults and kids! Head to the 18 holes Adventure Mini Golf in Bang Tao Beach. They also have a restaurant and bar.
Muay Thai Training/ Yoga
Bang Tao has a Muay Thai gym, the Sitsongpeenong, where you can work off those calories or take a boxing or yoga lesson. You can even join a Muay Thai training course over several weeks and months.
Diving/ Snorkeling
There are several diving centers in Bang Tao where you can book diving tours or snorkeling tours.
5. Spa
Relax and wind down at one of the many quality luxurious spas in the Laguna area of Bang Tao. Here you can get massages, facial treatments, manicures, and pedicures. Many of the hotels have spas, but there are also several independent spas.
If you want to splurge and get a real luxury spa treatment, you should head to the spa at Banyan Tree Spa Sanctuary, world-famous for its massages and body treatments.
6. Wat Choeng Thale Temple
If you want a break from sunbathing and relaxing on the beach, you can visit the small but beautiful Buddhist temple Wat Choeng Thale.
The temple is not that big, but it is gorgeous with its bright white and red colors and gold decorations.
7. Elephant Retirement Park Phuket
I must admit that I am always skeptical about parks and tours that include wild animals as you never know if the animals are well looked after or if it is just a setup to make money from tourists. I am against riding elephants, so please, whatever activities you choose to participate in and book in Phuket, do NOT go on any elephant rides!
Here are several elephant sanctuary parks in the Bang Tao area, located close to each other in the forest and jungle area inland (a 15-min drive from Bang Tao Beach).
Elephant Wildlife Sanctuary Phuket
At the Elephant Wildlife Sanctuary, the elephants roam around freely in a huge jungle area. There is no elephant riding at the sanctuary. Here you get to see and cuddle with the cute elephants, feed them, and go bathing with the elephants in a river (a bit muddy). Great fun!
This Elephant Save & Care program is a small-group tour that takes about four hours. You will be picked up from your hotel and served lunch at the park.
There are two time slots to choose from:
08:00 – 12:00 or
13:00/ 1 pm – 17:00/ 5 pm
Click here for information about the Elephant Save & Care Program Tour
Elephant Retirement Park
The Elephant Retirement Park in Bang Tao in Phuket does not do elephant riding, nor do they chain or beat the elephants. The park is enormous, and the elephants roam free.
At the elephant park, you get to meet the elephants upfront, feed them, and even bathe with them in the river and the mud. The park has two sessions each day when you can visit; each lasts 3,5 hours:
Morning session: 08:30 (8:30 am) – 12:00 (12 pm)
Afternoon session: 13:00 (1 pm) – 16:30 (4:30 pm)
Included in the elephant park visit are a round-trip hotel pick-up, lunch buffet, and a t-shirt. You also get to shower at the park after your visit, as you might get muddy after bathing with the elephants.
It seems like the elephants are loved and well looked after, and the park gets good reviews on TripAdvisor.
Where: 392/5 Thanon Bandon-Cherngtalay, Bang Tao (a 15 min drive from Bang Tao Beach)
The webpage of Elephant Retirement Park Phuket
Where To Eat In Bang Tao
The restaurants and cafes in Bang Tao are mostly clustered in two areas – Boat Avenue & Tinlay Village, and at the southern Bang Tao Beach.
Boat Avenue & Tinlay Village
The Boat Avenue and Tinlay Village is an upscale shopping complex/ village near the Laguna Phuket Complex located inland in the Bang Tao area, between the lagoon and the canals. Most hotels have free shuttle buses taking you between your hotel and the shopping and dining areas.
At Boat Avenue and Tinlay Village, you find some of the best international restaurants in the entire Phuket, hip and trendy shops, as well as the supermarket Villa Market (with globally imported food and an impressive wine cellar).
Fun Friday Avenue Market
And if you are in Bang Tao on a Friday, you must visit the Fun Friday Avenue Market where you can eat a lot of delicious street food, drinks, and snacks, as well as do a little shopping. The small Fun Friday Avenue Market pops up at Boat Avenue every Friday afternoon (16:00 – 22:00). Night markets are an important part of the culture of Thailand and are a real must-do experience when visiting Thailand. Night markets are vibrant, colorful, and great fun.
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