Ao Bang Son
Ao Bo Mao
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
Located in the Amphoe Pathiu. Far from Bo Mao Bay about 2 kilometers. Bang Son Bay is next to Bo Mao Bay to the
south with Laem Thaen in the middle. The brown beach of Bang Son Bay stretches to Saplee Beach. The beach is long
and tempting for swimming on the high tide. In general, the bay offers a calming atmosphere with scattered houses
ong the seaside and no other facility. The nature is still in a perfect condition. The viewpoints nearby at Khao
Dinsor provide a remarkable top-view of Bang Son Bay and Chumphon islands.
Ao Bo Mao
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
Located in the Tambon Chumkho, Amphoe Pathiu. Far from downtown Amphoe Pathiu for about 10 kilometers. In the past,
Ao Bo Mao was deserted and no dwelling, but abundant with nature and marine creatures. Nonnative villagers enjoy
fishing here and digging for freshwater under Cha-Mao tree, thereby the name Bo Mao. Ao Bo Mao is a half-moon curving
beach. In low tide, it reveals the wide flat beach stretching far. Every evening, villagers are combing on the beach
to collect crabs and shellfish. In high tide, the clear water is perfect for strolling on the beach and swimming.
Ao Krok
Ao Thung Makham
Location : Amphoe Lang Suan
Located in the Moo 13, Tambon Nam Jeud, 20-kilometer away from the office of Amphoe Lang Suan. Ao Krok is mostly the
rock beach with the red-brown sand at some part. It is used as a fish trading place where the middle dealers buying
fish from fishermen. It is also a pier to visit Pitak Island by a fishing boat with only 20-baht/person fare. Travelers
can take a rest at a wooden pavilion on Ao Krok.
Ao Phanang Tak
Location : Amphoe Mueang
Far from Chumphon downtown for about 10 kilometers. Ao Phanang Tak is a large bay behind Khao Pho Bae, blocking Thung
Wua Laen Beach from Ao Phanang Tak. The curving beach stretching from Khao Pho Bae toward Kwang Island Cape down south
is an asset for Ao Phanang Tak. The sand is soft and level suitable for swimming and beach sports. The beach is under
the coconut shades providing relaxing spots of a picnic. The hill at the end of bay offers a spectacular view point.
The beachfront restaurants also provide a calming atmosphere for travelers during the meals.
Ao Thung Khai Nao
Ao Krok
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
Located in the Tambon Chumkho, Amphoe Pathiu. Far from downtown Amphoe Pathiu about 18 kilometers. Ao Khai Nao is a
small and half-moon sand beach. It stretches its length for 300 meters with mountains on both sides. Although the
sand is not fine, the clear water is alluring for swimmers. The line of reefs in the middle of the sea is offering
a spectacular view. Local men name those reefs by their features such as Koh Tad Phom, Koh Lok, and Koh Tone. The beach
is shaded by the line of coconut and pine trees, introducing a calming atmosphere. It is perfect for travelers who
cherish a private picnic.
Ao Thung Mahar
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
Located on the Tambon Chumkho, Amphoe Pathiu. Far from downtown Amphoe Pathiu about 18 kilometers. Ao Thung Mahar is
the wide curving beach, shaded by coconut trees. Travelers can clearly spot Vieng Island, another permitted island for
collecting bird-nest, which is 5km away. Phra and Si Kong Island in the middle of the sea are where travelers go
fishing. Next to Ao Thung Mahar is Ao Thung Sang which is another interesting place to visit.
Ao Thung Makham
Ao Thung Sarng
Location : Amphoe Mueang
Ao Thung Makham. Since that is a tourist attraction with beautiful one in Chumphon province. Ao Thung Makham is a place
popular with tourists travel to travel a lot because of the condition of the beautiful landscape. Ao Thung Makham is
still in Mueang Chumphon District. Making the coming attractions. It is a comfortable accommodation close to both hotels
and bungalows. Are characteristic of a semicircular bay number 2 endways place during the middle of the circle between
the two rocks is peaked. Consisting of large stones less. A variety of shape and then see a novel that is significant
here is the point of demarcation that divided into the Gulf. Ao Thung Makham outside. Ao Thung Makham and in the field.
Features that make the tourists had come to travel. Then have been impressed and would like to travel back at this
place is Sands of Ao Thung Makham. Are white and ivory belt parallel to the beach with a row of coconut streak longer
than 3 kilometers to the sea important to include Ao Thung Makham. And look very beautiful. Ao Thung Makham is except
Attractions interesting Chumporn include coconut island beach sand re-load the island likely brand image Dr. Beach Koh
Chumphon estuary crocodile red cliff sands Re Swi all leading.
Ao Thung Sarng
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
Ao Thung Sarng is in village no.5 Chum Ko Subdistrict. To get there, travel from Patue District office, to the
north-east about 18 kilometres, along an asphalt road, Pa Tue-Bang Chag. Go along to across road for 1 kilometre.
Besides, this bay has a wonderful view, with white, clean, sandy beach. By the side of the beach, there are a lot
of shells, and coral reefs.
Ao Yai Ai
Paradornparb Beach
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
Away from Khai Nao approximately 1 kilometer. Ao Yai Ai is quite different from other beaches. The beach is shaded by
coconut trees and varying tropical woods. The front beach is wide where local men and travelers alike pack their snacks
for a picnic near the sea. Ao Yai Ai is similar to Ao Khai Nao but more declining with the assets underwater. It is fit
for appreciating the view and fishing rather than swimming. Yai Ai Cave is up on the mountain with 25-meter height.
It offers a walk-tour to enjoy the stunning stalactite and stalactite inside.
Arunothai Beach
Location : Amphoe Thung Tako
Next to Takoe estuary, Amphoe Thung Tako velers can hire a boat to visit. North of Tako estuary is a beautiful beach
called Arunothai Beach. It is the only beach in Amphoe Thung Tako. The white sand beach is shaded with pine trees and
the clear water is alluring for swimming. At the end of the beach road from Sairee Sawee Beach is the monument for
Kromluang Chimphon Ketr-Udomsak. Not only that the beach is perfect for a picnic, the beach road is also offering a
scenic view along the way.
Kho Khao Beach
Sairee Beach
Location : Lang Suan
Located in the Ban Kho Khao, Naphaya Sub District, about 15km from Lang Suan district. Kho Khao Beach is Lang Suans
one of the beautiful and quiet beaches with a wide beach area for swimming in private surrounding. On the hillside is
the location of Kho Khao Temple or Thep Nimit Residence of Monk. Many large trees in the temple area offer very shady
atmosphere. The temple is the housing place of the Standing Buddha Image in the blessing manor and the image of Chaomae
Kuan Im Bodhisattva. Additionally, there is the replica of Kromluang Chumphon Royal Warship to be respected.
Lam Son Beach
Location : Lang Suan
Being 14 kilometres from town by the same route to Hat Sai Ri or 2 kilometres from Hat Pharadon- Phap, this beach has
a 10-metre red cliff which has been eroded by wind and rain and has turned to the shape of a curved bridge. It is also
one of the best sites to view the sea and is suitable for relaxation.
Paradornparb Beach
Location : Amphoe Mueang
Thambon Pak Nam, Amphoe Muang, far from downtown for 12 kilometers. Paradornparb Beach is the clean white beach with
serene atmosphere and the local way of life along the beach. The beach also offers historical stories during
Thailand-Japan war. It is believed that Thailand and Japan called for a truce and built an ally here, thereby the
name - Paradornparb Beach (Brotherhood beach). Paradornparb Beach stretches its white sand under the coconut shades
from Chumhon estuary for 3 kilometers. Although not soft, the beach is leveled enough for strolling and swimming.
Walking along the beach is offering varying beauty whee rocks are emerging in some stretches, or a declining line of
coconut trees in some stretches. The morning presents an extraordinary view as the sun reflects a golden light on the
water surface the declining coconut trees forming the line and Koh Samed is in the middle of the sea. Paradornparb
Beach is pleasing for swimming, while villagers’ life can be observed on the seashore. The beach is also filled with
historical stories during Japanese-Thai war that a truce is sighed here, thereby the name “Paradornparb (Brothrhood)
Beach”.
Pha Daeng Beach
Sairee Sawee Beach
Location : Amphoe Mueang
Next to chumphon estuary, 2-kilometer away from Paradornparb Beach. The high cliffs behind the beach are also in red.
The red beach is due to erosion of the red cliffs. The most attractive place on the beach is the stone arch on the left
side, with height of 6-8 meters. The stone arch is similar to the one on Khai Island, Satun province, except here is
on an easily accessible beach rather than an island. Pha Daeng Beach is not for swimming but mostly for a scenic view.
Sa Phlee Beach
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
This beach is located in village No.4 Chum Kho Subdistrict, 10 kms.
south of Pa Tue District 2 kms. and far away from Thung Wua Laen Beach to the north along asphalt road or far from the
city center by Chumphon Sa Phlee Route about 18 kms. Sa Phlee Beach is near Sa Phlee Bay where is a large fishing
village named "The Samed". This is a big community that is renowned shrimp paste and fish sauce. The tourists can buy
preserved seafood here.
Sairee Beach
Location : Amphoe Mueang
Next to Pha Daeng Beach, 3-kilometer away from Paradornparb Beach. The middle of the beach is a monument of Kromluang
Chumphon Ketr-Udomsak, father of the Navy whom is respected by Chumphon people and sailors alike. The old shrine is a
retired torpedo ship while the new one is sitting next to it for visitors to pay their respect. Khao Chao Muang on
the south is the viewpoint where travelers can walk up there to appreciate Maprao Island, Lak Island raed and Marttra
Island view.
Sairee Sawee Beach
Tham Thong - Bang Boet Beach
Location : Amphoe Sawee
Along the beach road-Sawee-Borkha Road, 24-kilometer away from downtown Amphoe Sawee. The only sand beach in Amphoe
Sawee is Sairee Beach, as other seashore areas are covered with mountains and fishermen villages. The name is similar
to Sairee Beach, Amphoe Muang while their beauties are also not different.
However the sand is rather rough and dull comparing to Sairee Beach at Amphoe Muang. Sairee Sawee Beach is stretching
its length to reach the mountain. It is shaded with coconut and pine trees. The beach is not crowed nor facilitated,
as found at Ban Krud Beach, Prachuab Khirikhan. It is perfect for a picnic, while travelers can also take a pleasure in
driving along the beach road toward Thung Takoe estuary.
Tawan Chai Beach
Location : Amphoe Lamae
It is a long-stretch calming beach with an undisturbed nature. It is the last beach of Chumphon sea, in Amohur La Mae
and close to Amphoe Tha Chana, Surat Thani. The length of Chumphon beach from Bang Bird Beach, Amphoe Pa thiew to Tawan
Chai Beach is 222 kilometers.
Tham Thong - Bang Boet Beach
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
From town, use Phetkasem Road, turn right at the 426th kilometre for 21 kilometres The beautiful beach in Tambon Pak
Khlong is more than 5 kilometres long. The highlights of the area consist of different-shaped limestones and seaside
villages, parallel to the road and pine tree line, suitable for easy driving or biking. The beach is extended to Bang
Boet in Prachuap Khiri Khan, which is presently the area of H.M. the King's project.
Thung Wua Laen Beach
Thung Wua Laen Beach
Location : Amphoe Pathiu
Location in the Tambon Saplee, Amphoe Pathiu, on the south-end. At present, the first destination for visiting
Chumphon beaches is Thung Wua Laen Beach. Not only that it offers the white-fine sand, broad area, and important diving
spots (Ngam Noi Island, Ngam Yai Island, Chorakhae Island), but it also offer convenient facilities such as resorts,
restaurants, beer-bars, convenient stores and internet shoos. It is, therefore, recognized as the most popular and
pleasurable beach in Chumphon.
Thung Wua Laen beach stretches its white and fine sand from Saplee beach. Its level is agreeable to swimming and beach
sports. In the early morning, travelers can frequently spot the sight of foreigners exercising at beach, while enjoying
he spectacular sunrise. At soout-end where Chumphon Cabana Resort locates, the rocky cape is called Khao Pho Bae. The
rocks forming a beautiful curve, sponge, anemone and various fish are delightful for diving, while fishing rods are
also found.
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