Koh Tao is fringed with a number of secluded coves and wide bays that shelter several idyllic beaches just a short water taxi ride away from one another, including…
Enjoy a cool drink at a beachside bar on this west-facing, narrow, 2km-long palm-fringed crescent of white sand that faces translucent aquamarine water perfect for sunbathing, swimming and snorkelling the coral reef, which lies just 100m off the beach.
Rent a kayak and explore the rocky headlands of the bay.
The beach is home to several resorts including the Sensi Paradise Beach Resort (photo) and the Koh Tao Montra Resort & Spa, both of which offer a range of creature comforts.
This palm-fringed white-sand beach faces a gorgeous turquoise bay located on the south coast, with a view of the so-called Buddha rock and within easy walking distance of the neighbouring beaches of June Juea and Saan Joa, among others.
After Sairee Beach, this is the second most popular beach on Koh Tao.
South of Sairee lies this narrow white-sand beach that shelves into shallow water with good snorkelling and a range of accommodation options.
Mae Hat Beach stretches to the north and south of Koh Tao's main town, Mae Hat, where the ferry piers are located.
In the town, you can find a cluster of dive shops, currency exchange kiosks, travel agents, internet cafes, bakeries, restaurants and bars.
The rugged islet of Koh Nang Yuan, located just off the island's northwest coast, features three dramatic jungle-clad peaks linked together by beautiful white-sand beaches.
Paddle a kayak across from the mainland, relax on the pretty white beach and snorkel the nearby coral garden. You can also choose to stay overnight at the island’s own Kohh Nang Yuan Resort.
(Paradise Bay) – Unwind on this pocket of sugar-white sand that shelves gently into a small cove of crystal clear water framed by jungle-clad headlands.
Sunbathe on the palm-fringed beach, swim or snorkel the calm waters and enjoy a range of creature comforts at the Charm Churee Villas, a boutique resort that hugs the hillside overlooking the beach.
Tiny Jansom Bay is located on the southwest side of the island just south of Hat Sairee.
This palm-fringed crescent of white sand faces onto a calm bay framed by jungle-clad headlands.
Relax at the Black Tip Dive Resort, sunbathe on the beach and snorkel spectacular coral reefs teeming with colourful fish at one of the island’s best snorkelling sites.
(Shark Bay) – This small, palm-fringed, white-sand beach fronts a bay famous for snorkelling and daily sightings of friendly black tip reef sharks that hunt small fish in the shallows.
Relax in comfort at the Jamahkiri Spa Resort, which straddles huge boulders on a rocky promontory overlooking the bay, located on the south coast.
This small beach is accessible only by boat and offers a secluded paradise for swimming, snorkelling and diving surrounded by high rocky cliffs and lush green hillsides rising up from the water's edge.
Come on a day trip or relax in comfort at the hillside Mango Bay Grand Resort. Mango Bay is located at the very northern tip of Koh Tao.
Latest update: Best Beaches in Koh Tao: 5 May, 2022
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