About Windmill Viewpoint
Windmill Viewpoint is a hilltop viewpoint in Rawai at the southern tip of Phuket, between Ya Nui Beach and Nai Harn Beach near Promthep Cape. Named for the large white wind turbines on the hill, it offers panoramic views of the Andaman Sea, coastline and offshore islands. The open viewing platform is a well-known spot for sunset viewing and photography and is freely accessible to visitors throughout the day.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open hilltop platform with wind turbines and unobstructed 180-degree views over Ya Nui Beach, Nai Harn Beach, Promthep Cape and the Andaman Sea. The setting is exposed and windy with limited shade, surrounded by grassy slopes and paved viewing areas. Visitors can walk around the platform, take photographs, watch paragliders launching nearby, and view sunset over the sea. Small food and drink stalls and parking are available at the access road.
Key highlights
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Panoramic views over Ya Nui Beach, Nai Harn Beach and Promthep Cape
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Large white wind turbines that give the viewpoint its name
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Popular sunset viewing location over the Andaman Sea
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Views of offshore islands including Koh Man on clear days
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Nearby paragliding launch area with tandem flights
History of Windmill Viewpoint
The hill is known as Khao Daeng and hosts wind turbines installed for wind energy research and electricity generation, which led to the name Windmill Viewpoint
Route
| By air | Via Phuket International Airport (HKT), then approximately 45-60 km by road to Rawai |
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| By road | Located off Soi Ya Nui from Wiset Road in Rawai, about 20 km south of Phuket Town; accessible by car, motorbike or taxi via steep uphill road |