Escape the throngs of party-goers at Patong beach and enjoy the serenity of Surin, one of Phuket’s most beautiful beaches. You won’t find any motorboats, jet skis, or extreme watersports here. Instead, there’s the simplicity of swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and enjoying the sun.
The gently curving beach is set below the foothills north of Kamalais and is known for its beautiful sunsets and relaxing vibe a little off the beaten path.
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Look Around
Swaying palm trees
Large rocks
Playing in waves breaking on rocks
Epic sunsets
Lifeguard station
Friendly stray dogs
Shady trees
Sandy shore
Washed up drift woodWho Will Like Surin Beach
Relaxation Guru
Surrender completely to the soothing sounds of breaking waves and palm trees swaying in the breeze as you lay in the shade with your favorite book.
Nature Lover
Stroll along the water’s edge to soak in every bit of this picture-perfect beach. Catch a glimpse of colorful fish swimming near the rocks at the north and south ends of the beach.
Photography Whiz
Spend hours at this beautiful, postcard-worthy stretch of sand photographing everything from sunsets to crashing waves, to local children playing on the rocks.
Insider Tips For Surin Beach
- Swimming and snorkeling are best during dry season (November-April) and not recommended during rainy season (May-October).
- Come on weekdays to avoid weekend and public holiday crowds.
- Beach chairs and umbrellas are available for rent from local beach vendors.
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How To Get There
Car
Free • Shaded parking with plenty of spots for cars and motorbikes located near the lifeguard station.
Taxi
Several taxis are can be found near the beach entrance. Alternatively, use a rideshare app like Grab.
Bus (Airport Rawai BusSurin Beach)
5-minute walk from bus stop. Buses run about once per hour.
Tech & Photography
Photography
Photography allowed: Yes
Tripod allowed: Yes
Selfie sticks allowed: Yes
Best time to shoot: Golden Hour
Drones
Drones allowed: Yes (subject to national/regional rules)
Bags
Backpacks allowed: Yes
Secured bag lockers available: No
Food & Drink
- Patcharin Seafood - Local seafood restaurant located at the southern end of the beach with ocean views.
Several food stalls are located toward the south end of the beach selling cold drinks like beer and fresh coconut, snacks, and freshly made hot meals like phad Thai and green curry.
Backstory
The Surin Beach park was initially developed as a golf course for Thai elites by King Rama VII in the 1950s. It then became a public park that restricted direct beach access for hotel and resort developments, making Surin one of the few beaches on Phuket that isn’t lined with hotels.
Surin was struck by the 2004 tsunami, which wiped out nearby shops and restaurants and replaced the soft white beach sands with a darker, brown version.
In 2014, Surin became the first beach on Phuket to remove all commercial activity. That rule has since relaxed with some food and rental vendors returning to the beach, but maintaining a balance between preserving beauty and peacefulness with practical development.
Etiquette
- Obey signage about swimming conditions and beach usage.
- Use bins for all rubbish.
- Be careful swimming near or climbing on the rocks.
- Disturb other beach-goers with loud music or noise.
Scorecard
- Breathtaking beach with limited development.
- Beautiful sunsets.
- No vailability of restrooms and public facilities.
- Likely crowds during peak season.
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