Nai Harn Beach and Surroundings:
Nai Harn Beach is known for its crystal waters and beautiful sands. Embedded between two jungle covered mountains, it boasts some of the best sunsets the island has to offer.
The Samnak Song Buddhist Monastery to the rear of the beach owns most of the beachfront land, keeping develoment to a minimum. Nai Harn Beach is the epitome of a calm and tranquil beachside location. Highly favored by locals, it is the extreme opposite in character to Phuket's best known Patong Beach. There are no jet skis, no banana boats or rubber rings and very few touts patrolling the sands. For those in search of more action however, Patong Beach is still just a 20-minute drive away.
At just under one kilometer in length, Nai Harn boasts warm waters year round, with an average temperature of approximately 30 degrees Celsius. A short walk aorund the headland leads through to the little known Ao Sen Bay. Most are totally unaware of the bay's presence, so those who do often have it all to themsleves.
Nai Harn Village:
Amenities at the beach are plentiful, but there are even more restaurants, shops and spas in Nai Harn Village, which is just a few minutes' drive away, or an easy 15 minute walk to the start of the village.
Local nightlife comes mainly in the form of friendly open-air bars, although a nightclub has recently appeared just outside of the village on the Kata hillside, and is becoming increasingly popular with both locals and foreigners.
For a small village, restaurants are among the best in Phuket, possibly as a result of the large expat community who demand consistently high standards. French, Italian, American, German and of course Thai are just a few of the cuisines on offer.
Whether it be dining out in the evening or popping out for breakfast, the expat community around Nai Harn all seem to know each other. Most mornings, The Breakfast Hut is a hive of activity among the island's residents, and is a great place for tourist tips and getting the lowdown on what to do around the area.
Nearby attractions:
Leading up the mountain from the Nong Han Lagoon is Phuket' s most famous viewpoint, Promthep Cape. This popular spot is framed by a collection of white windmills gently blowing on the hills behind, but the main attraction is in the small island slightly out to sea,and the fabulous sunsets that form behind it.
There is a small lighthouse to the rear of the viewpoint, which many miss as they focus their attention on the sea ahead. It is open to the public, and views from the top are spectacular. A small restaurant serves refreshments and Thai food.
At the foot of the mountainous road leading up to Promthep Cape is the little known Ya Nui Cove. This tiny bay has only a few sun beds and just one small restaurant. It is sheltered from the elements and has clusters of small rocks to either side, which attract small fish and other marine life, and make it one of the best spots in the south of the island for snorkeling.
Other Activities:
elephant trekking, art lessons,
