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Best Beaches in Koh Tao

15 places found in Koh Tao

Discover the best beaches in Koh Tao, Thailand. Thailand's dive-school island — cheap certifications, resident turtles, and Nang Yuan's sandbar Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore more, our curated selection highlights the top-rated beaches that Koh Tao has to offer, complete with ratings, reviews, and practical visitor information.

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Aow June Juea

Aow June Juea

4.6(626)
Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
A small, quiet bay on Koh Tao's south coast with clear water, good snorkeling and sunset views.
Tanote Bay

Tanote Bay

4.6(1,261)
Gulf of Thailand, Thailand
A secluded bay on Koh Tao's east coast, popular with snorkelers and divers for its clear waters.
Haad Sai Daeng

Haad Sai Daeng

4.6(645)
เกาะเต่า 84280, Thailand
A secluded red-sand beach on Koh Tao's east coast, popular for snorkeling and peaceful swimming.
Ao Laem Thian

Ao Laem Thian

4.5(74)
3VQ3+HHF, Koh Pha-Ngan, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
A hike-in cove on Koh Tao's east coast with an abandoned resort, quiet water and good snorkeling.
Haad Sai Nuan
Hidden Gem

Haad Sai Nuan

4.5(342)
Unnamed Road, 3RC8+WGM ตำบล เกาะเต่า อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand
A quietly beautiful beach on Koh Tao, ideal for those seeking calm waters and a relaxed atmosphere.
Chalok baan kao bay

Chalok baan kao bay

4.4(651)
3R8G+R2M, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
A relaxed bay on Koh Tao's south coast, fringed by coconut palms with beachfront eateries and dive centers.

Where to stay

Best Hotels in Koh Tao

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Taa Toh Lagoon Beach

Taa Toh Lagoon Beach

4.4(274)
Chalok baan kao bay, Koh Tao, 3R7H+378 ตำบล เกาะเต่า อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand
A tucked-away lagoon beach in Chalok Baan Kao Bay, offering calm waters and a secluded atmosphere.
Sairee Beach

Sairee Beach

4.4(864)
Sairee Beach, Koh Pha-Ngan, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
Koh Tao's longest and liveliest beach, perfect for swimming, diving, and beachfront dining.
Mao Bay Beach

Mao Bay Beach

4.4(60)
3VR2+XC7, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, Thailand
A secluded bay on Koh Tao offering calm waters and a peaceful escape from the island's busier beaches.
Freedom Beach

Freedom Beach

4.2(1,689)
20 Moo 3, Koh Tao, อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand
A small, calm-water cove for swimming and snorkeling, best treated as a half-day escape from the busier sands.
Ao Leuk

Ao Leuk

4.2(3,166)
3RCQ+RH3 เกาะเต่า Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani, Thailand
Come for the snorkeling straight off the sand, not for the beach itself, which is small.
Nangyuan Island Beach

Nangyuan Island Beach

4.2(701)
4R87+PH3, Ko Tao, Thailand
A stunning private island off Koh Tao, connected by a natural sandbar and popular for snorkeling.
Shark Bay

Shark Bay

4.1(1,506)
Ao Thian Og (Shark Bay), Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, Thailand
A south-coast bay on Koh Tao, Ao Thian Og in Thai, where you snorkel with green turtles and small blacktip reef sharks off the beach, best early in the morning.
Ao Hin Wong

Ao Hin Wong

4.1(770)
Ao Hin Wong, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand
A secluded bay on Koh Tao's east coast, popular for snorkeling and its quiet, away-from-it-all atmosphere.
Free beach to shark bay

Free beach to shark bay

4.1(584)
Free beach, Shark Bay (Ao Thian Og), Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, Thailand
The free shore access to Shark Bay on Koh Tao, a small public beach at the bay's western end, from where you swim round to snorkel with the turtles. Best on a calm morning.

About beaches in Koh Tao

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best beaches in Koh Tao?

Browse our curated list above, sorted by rating and visitor reviews. We feature only verified beaches with Google ratings, so you can compare options and find the best match for your trip to Koh Tao.

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Our directory includes a growing collection of verified beaches in Koh Tao. Use the filters to narrow by price range or minimum rating to find exactly what you're looking for.

When is the best time to visit Koh Tao?

The best months for Koh Tao are March – September (calmest water, best visibility), and the rainy season runs October – December.