Karon Beach

Karon Beach is the second largest of Phuket's principal tourist beaches. Karon Beach grows more and more popular with each passing season. The development is spread out along the 1.5 km of beach and, even at the height of the season, it's possible to have a swatch of sand all to yourself. Karon Beach has a range of accommodations and services comparable to Patong, but on a much smaller scale, making it a hit with families and anyone trying to avoid the crowds.

Karon Beach refers to a beach, and the town adjoining it, on the western coast of Phuket, Thailand.

The beach is a popular destination for tourists. Generally Koron Beach quieter than neighbouring Patong Beach, it is especially popular among families and couples, and less popular with singles than Patong. It is also especially popular with Scandinavian tourists, with many businesses catering especially to them.

How to Getting Karon

If coming from Phuket Airport you can pick up a voucher from the airport transportation booth for a flat rate of 650 baht. The drive is just under an hour.

For those who are price conscious, the transportation booth inside the airport also sells seats on a minibus for 150 baht. The minibus makes several stops along the way to drop off other passengers.

Get around

The fastest way to get around is by tuk-tuk, which are mostly needed to go to other parts of the beach or nearby towns. To get to Phuket Town taxis are available and cost around 400 baht. There are also public buses which leave from Karon to different places every hour for around 20 baht.

What to See

Unlike the bigger, busier, and noisier Patong Beach further north, Karon offers visitors a nice long quiet stretch of sand, with plenty of beach umbrellas available for rent. Facing west, it gives a beautiful view of the sunset.

What to Do

Snorkeling and Diving
There are some nice snorkeling and diving sites located off Karon beach. Phuket-Diver provides information for those interested in diving and snorkeling in Karon. Hire a scooter and explore Phuket's interior.

See Hotels in Karon Beach / Karon Cliff