Phuket International Airport 1 hr 28
Ban Nam Khem Tsunami Memorial Center (13 min)
Tsunami victims' memorial park, with a curved concrete wall representing a wave & a Buddha statue. Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park (22 min)
Named for 2 of its peaks, this tropical forest park offers scenic beaches & a range of wildlife. Pakarang Cape (16 min) Pak Weep Beach (11 min)
Relaxed, tree-lined strip backed by simple eateries & cozy bars, popular for its sunset views. The Little Amazon Takuapa (18 min) Bang Niang Beach (22 min)
Busy, palm-fringed beach with bars, resort hotels & seafood restaurants, known for its sunset views. Sai Rung Waterfall (12 min)
Rocky cascade in a shady forest grove, with a small pool for swimming & a waterside cafe. Khuk Khak Beach (20 min)
Beach, snorkeling, and nightlife Coconut beach (16 min)
Soft, white sands fringed by coconut palms, with loungers for rent, simple eateries & beach bars. Hat Bang Sak (5 min)
Peaceful white-sand beach known for swimming, sunbathing & picturesque sunrise & sunset views. Bang Sak Beach (19 min) Ko Kho Khao (51 min)
Inhabited island featuring wooded areas as well as beachfront resorts & eateries. Lem Hua Krung Yai (16 min) Bang Niang Market (16 min)
Year-round open-air tourist marketplace hosting vendors of local handicrafts & street foods. Khao Lak Beach (21 min)
Back by palm trees, this long sandy beach with scenic sunsets views is a popular spot for walking. | 
