Thong Nai Pan Bay
ท้องนายปาน
Two adjacent crescent bays on the northeast coast with soft sand and clear water, lined with resorts, making this the quietest place on Koh Phangan for a relaxing stay.
Thong Nai Pan Bay consists of Thong Nai Pan Noi, the smaller bay to the north, and Thong Nai Pan Yai, the larger bay to the south, separated by a small headland. A viewpoint on the headland lets you see both bays at once. Thong Nai Pan Noi has the longer, finer beach and is where the upscale resorts and beachfront restaurants cluster. Thong Nai Pan Yai is more low-key, with budget bungalows. Both bays are good for swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding, and nearby is Thong Nai Pan Temple. From Thongsala it takes about 40 minutes north on a paved mountain road that is steep and full of tight bends. Beginners should avoid riding a motorbike here and take a taxi or songthaew instead.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bottle Beach (Haad Khuad)
- Than Sadet Waterfall
- Khao Ra
- Phaeng Waterfall & Domsila Viewpoint
- Wat Pho Herbal Sauna
- Wat Phu Khao Noi
- Wat Khao Tham
- Koh Ma & Mae Haad