About Ao Yai Beach
Ao Yai Beach is the longest beach on Ko Phayam Island in Mueang Ranong District, Ranong Province, Thailand. Located on the island's western coast facing the Andaman Sea, it stretches for approximately 3 kilometers with wide white sand and clear water. Known for its tranquil atmosphere, sunset views and laid-back beachfront resorts, it is the main visitor area on the largely car-free island, popular for swimming, walking and relaxing.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a long, wide sandy beach on the west coast of Ko Phayam with open views of the Andaman Sea. The beach is lined with casuarina trees, low-rise resorts, restaurants and bars, with no high-rise development. The sand is light-colored and the sea is generally calm in dry season and wavy in monsoon season. Areas for sunbathing, swimming, beach walking and sunset viewing are accessible along the entire bay.
Key highlights
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Longest beach on Ko Phayam, approximately 3 km of white sand
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West-facing location with sunset views over the Andaman Sea
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Calm, clear water for swimming in dry season and seasonal surf in monsoon
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Laid-back, low-development atmosphere with beachfront resorts and restaurants
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Wide beach suitable for walking, photography and sunbathing
Route
| By air | Fly to Ranong Airport (UNN), then transfer by road to Ranong Pier for boat to Ko Phayam |
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| By road | No road connection to Ko Phayam Island; travel by road to Ranong Pier in Mueang Ranong, then continue by boat to Ko Phayam and by motorbike taxi or walking to Ao Yai on the west coast |
| By public transport |