Long Beach, Ko Lanta

Long Beach delivers the most laid-back stretch of sand in Thailand, with nearly 4 kilometers of calm, turquoise shore on Ko Lanta. Its gentle waves and spectacular sunsets make it a diver's paradise, as the island sits just 20 minutes by boat from world-class dive sites like Hin Daeng. Outperforming #10 Hua Hin Beach in tranquility, Long Beach offers a serene escape without sacrificing convenience—you'll find cozy bungalows and beachfront restaurants every few hundred meters. The water remains shallow up to 50 meters out, ideal for families, while the average temperature hovers at a comfortable 28°C year-round. Compared to busier destinations, Long Beach maintains a sleepy charm, with fewer than 200 permanent structures lining the shore, ensuring a peaceful experience that cheaper rivals in Phuket can't match.