Pai Plong Beach is a tranquil oasis located near Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas in Ao Nang, Thailand. This picturesque beach attracts visitors with its stunning natural beauty, crystal-clear waters, and lush surroundings, making it the perfect getaway for relaxation and adventure.
Nestled along the coast of Ao Nang, Pai Plong Beach presents a slice of paradise for both locals and travelers. With its pristine golden sands and tranquil atmosphere, this lesser-known beach is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. The inviting waters are perfect for swimming, while the surrounding cliffs offer breathtaking views that will captivate your senses.
Accessible via a short trek from the main beaches in Ao Nang, Pai Plong Beach is embraced by nature and tranquility. While lounging under the shade of palm trees, visitors can savor the serene ambiance, as the gentle waves lap against the shore. Whether you’re looking to unwind with a good book or enjoy quality time with friends and family, Pai Plong Beach has something for everyone.
The beach is also ideal for water sports enthusiasts, providing opportunities for kayaking and snorkeling in the clear waters teeming with marine life. The vibrant coral reefs just offshore invite adventurers to explore the underwater wonders of the Andaman Sea. Scuba diving excursions are readily available for those seeking to delve deeper into the ocean’s beauty.
As the sun begins to set, Pai Plong Beach transforms into a stunning backdrop, with hues of orange and pink painting the sky. It’s an idyllic spot for a romantic evening or capturing Instagram-worthy photographs. Nearby, cozy beach bars and restaurants serve delicious Thai cuisine, allowing visitors to indulge in the local flavors while enjoying the breathtaking views of the coastline.
Visitors to Pai Plong Beach can easily access nearby attractions in Ao Nang, making it a convenient base for exploring the region. From bustling markets to vibrant nightlife, you’ll find plenty of activities to complement your beach experience.
For anyone looking for tranquility away from the bustling tourist hotspots, Pai Plong Beach is the perfect destination. Escape the crowds, immerse yourself in nature, and discover why this hidden gem of Ao Nang is becoming a must-visit location in Thailand.
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Pai Plong Beach is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking Soi Ao Nang 15 Close To Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas, 81180, Thailand
How anyone was allowed to build a resort on this beach defies me, total National park incursion, but I guess wuith friends in very high places you can get away with anything.It’s an absolutely beautiful beach, with stunning views, and is worth trekking over the hill for. Very Very busy over peak times like Easter / Christmas / Thai new Year, but so is much every other beach in Thailand. If you get to choose when you visit, just don’t visit at those times.For the last few years there has been no problem that I’ve heard reported, but there used to be a big issue here with people getting very sick from swimming with ear and stomach infections due to it’s proximity to a drainage (waste water not sewage) from Ao Nang,
This is a little beach at the end of the monkey trail from Ao Nang, and is well worth visiting. It is quite beautiful, especially compared to Ao Nang beach, and quite peaceful except for the odd passing longtail!Take the Monkey Trail, or just walk around the headland at low tide. Of course, the best option is to reserve a room at the Centara Grand…just sensational!
I have been coming to this beach for several years and have been disappointed by the way some tourists have treated this beach by leaving their fag buts and other rubbish behind. This year there have been improvements but unfortunately some tourists are unable to read the signs that smoking is not allowed on the beach…….please can we enforce this…..fag ends are not nice and they kill fish.
Hidden Beautiful beach cove, not to crowded, pure white sand and surrounded by stunning limestone cliff. Part of a national park and the Centara Beach Resort, absolutely picturesque. You can rent a kayak for 200 Baht/hour,or just swim or lay on the white sand. Amazing. The Centara Resort coast club serves up delicious food and drinks.
Quieter and cleaner than Ao Nang as less boat traffic comes in. Easy walk of about 1km from the Ao Nang long tail area and you can either walk up and over the monkey trail or at low tide walk road the head land. No vendors available due to the hotel (can pay a fee of 5000 bhat!!) so take own food and water.
Went on the monkey trail and was very lucky to see 3 monkeys that looked like mum dad and baby so that bit was great, continued on the trail which wasn’t great underfoot for alot of it,water very clear and shallow,decided to do kayaking from centara after looking at reviews saying 200baht an hour,this only being true if you are a centara guest,otherwise it’s 500 BAHT for 2hours even if you only want an hour it’s still 500 BAHT,it wasn’t the money why we decided not to do it but the awful attitude of the guy with the kayaks,it did put abit of a damper on it,but pleased we did the walk and saw the monkey’s
Nice beach, much calmer than Ao Nang beach. Be sure to bring water, Food etc since there is no shops-bars-restaurants on the beach
Sunday 14th January and we walked to short distance along the Monkey Trail across the headland from Ao Nang Beach to this Beach. As we descended down onto to the beach we were approached by a security guard and asked to sign in. The beach actually belongs to Centara beach resort, so they record who arrives on the beach and as they leave. Think all non-hotel guests had to be off the beach by 18.00.It is a secluded stretch of beach in a cove with golden sands, flanked at both ends by dramatic headland with cliffs and washed by the water’s of the Andaman Sea. Like the other beaches there are no facilities here, sunbeds or umbrellas. The only shade here is provided by the cliffs and some trees along the beach.There are no shops, restaurants or bars here, so for those visitors intending to spend some time here, everything required for the stay if brought with you. One of the features on the beach is the Pai Plong Floating Pier, which we walked along to the end. From the Pier it was the nearest we got on land to the impressive Ao Nang Tower, some wonderful views. Nearby the Pier there are some canoes for hire. It is possible to purchase a day pass to use the facilities of the Hotel, no idea how much this costs.We stayed here long enough to walk the length of the beach and Pier and enjoy the scenery, we then walked back to Ao Nang along the Monkey Trail.It was a very unusal way to get to a beach, via the Monkey Trail, there was some wonderful scenery including Ao Nang Tower. It all combined to make our visit here a bit if an enjoyable adventure but not to be repeated.
Approached the beach in the usual way via monkey trail, about a 12 adult and young around on the Ao Nang end with a few tourists ignoring the the no feed signs. Steep climb up steps and down to the beach, not easy with old knees. Sign in on arrival and departure with security at the bottom of the steps. As said very little shade if busy, but fabulous views and beach. Hotel had a drinks counter on the edge of their property, v small tin of Chang Thb140 and a bottle of small water Thp90. Worth the visit for views but be aware of little shade in the heat of the day.
The mokey trail to get there is really cool, seemingly unsafe at times but thats part of the adventure, free entry you just need to sign in and out. Unfortunately the whole valley has been taken up by a large resort which is why it loses a star, but you can definitely still enjoy a full day there regardless there’s enough beach, it gets much quieter after 3/4 PM despite being an amazing place to watch the sunset, just make sure you have suitable torches for the route home