Karon beach in Phuket Island is one of the most scenic and peaceful beach holiday destinations in Thailand.
Karon beach is a coastal tourist centre on Thailand’s Phuket Island. Smaller than nearby Patong, it is seen by many as a quieter alternative to the bustling Patong and a popular destination for those who want to stay at a more relaxing Thailand community. The beach itself is very long, 5km long in fact, and as such is not as busy as Patong beach which can become crowded during the high season. The water here is remarkably clear and the sand is amongst the finest that you will find anywhere. It has even been known for turtles to come ashore on this beach because of its cleanliness and serenity.
Although not as vibrant as Patong, Karon still has some nightlife to offer the visitor and Karon Center has a number of bars and restaurants to enjoy when the sun goes down. In addition to a number of drinking holes that are typical of Thailand life, Karon is also home to a handful of western style pubs making it ideal for couples who wish to share a drink with each other after spending the day on the beach. Shoppers will be happy walking around the local market where trinkets and handicrafts can be found to purchase as gifts to take home.
Visitors to Karon can also enjoy other activities such as Elephant trekking as the majestic beasts are located nearby to take you deep into the islands lush tropical jungle. Children will enjoy the nearby Dino park mini golf and sightseers won’t want to miss a trip to the local temple. Those who enjoy being creative the kitchen can even take cooking lessons so that they can reproduce authentic Thai food at home.
With its relaxing beach, interesting nightlife and activities, Karon makes a good location for those who some fun whilst experiencing a quieter side of Thai life.
