The beach known as Ao Yai, situated in Koh Phayam, Thailand, provides visitors with a rustic experience akin to that of Robinson Crusoe. It is a mostly unpopulated beach that is popular among low-budget backpackers due to its lack of luxurious accommodations.
One of the most notable features of the beach is its white powdery sand and adjacent trees with small leaves and needles. Surfing is a common activity, and visitors can rent boards for a small fee. This beach is perfect for those seeking a calm environment under palm trees.
Additionally, it is a nudist beach, making it a suitable option for those seeking a clothing-optional experience. Amenities on the beach include toilets, loungers, bars, restaurants, and a parking area. Visitors are allowed to bring their dogs to the beach.
Ao Yai amenities include parking, toilet and loungers.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight that visitors enjoy the social scene and variety of restaurants on the beach, as well as the clear water and clean sand. However, some visitors complain about the presence of mosquitoes and sand fleas.
Visitors to Ao Yai Beach in Koh Phayam often choose to stay in nearby bungalows and guesthouses that offer a rustic and budget-friendly experience, reflecting the beach's appeal to backpackers. Accommodations are typically within walking distance, allowing guests easy access to the beach's serene environment and surfing opportunities.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
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Latitude: 9.7236481 / Longitude: 98.3929056
Ao Yai is located in Koh Phayam. The following map of Ao Yai shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 28.3°C/29.3°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 34.8°C |
| Sea Temperature | 29.2 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.3 m |
| Rain Chance | 80% |
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| Rainfall | 3.6 mm |
| Rain Duration | 15 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:15/18:50 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 9.2 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.95 |
| Cloud Cover | 89% |
| Speed | 19.4 km/h |
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| Gusts | 35.3 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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