About Khao Lak Lighthouse
Khao Lak Lighthouse is a white coastal beacon and viewpoint located on a hill in Khuk Khak, Takua Pa District, near Khao Lak in Phang Nga Province, Thailand. Positioned above the Andaman Sea, it functions as a navigational aid and a popular scenic lookout. Visitors ascend a short paved hill and steps to reach the tower, where panoramic views of the coastline, beaches and sunset are the main attraction.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a short uphill walk on a paved road and steps to a white lighthouse tower on a hilltop surrounded by trees. The site offers an open viewpoint platform with panoramic views of the Andaman Sea, Khao Lak beaches and coastline. There is no interior museum; the experience is focused on sightseeing, photography and sunset viewing from the hilltop area around the tower.
Key highlights
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White coastal lighthouse tower on hilltop viewpoint
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Panoramic views of Andaman Sea and Khao Lak coastline
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Popular sunset viewing spot
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Short accessible hill climb from nearby beaches
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Photography opportunities of coastline and sea
History of Khao Lak Lighthouse
Modern navigational lighthouse serving the Khao Lak coast on the Andaman Sea; the surrounding Khao Lak area is widely noted for its recovery following the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, with nearby memorials commemorating the event.
Route
| By air | Via Phuket International Airport, then by road north to Khao Lak |
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| By road | Accessible by road via Phet Kasem Road (Highway 4) to Khuk Khak, then by local road uphill to the lighthouse; reachable by car, motorbike or taxi from Khao Lak center (approx. 2-3 km) |