Sangchai Beach

Sangchai is a secluded beach hidden in the jungle. This tiny stretch of coastline is framed by rocks and lush vegetation on both sides, but its inaccessibility has its advantages — even during the high season, you’ll find very few people here.

The beach has fine white sand and a gentle entrance into the water. There are many corals and rocks along the shore, so it’s best to swim during high tide, when part of the seabed is covered. However, Sangchai is great for snorkeling — near the rocks on the left side, you’ll find plenty of fish. There are also charming little residents — hermit crabs scurrying across the sand — there are hundreds of them! The sea in the bay is usually calm, making the beach suitable for swimming even in the low season.

There’s a small cafe on site where you can grab a snack or a refreshing drink (though it’s closed during the low season). For photos, there are hammocks and swings. Nothing more — just the sea, sand, and solitude.

How to get there: first, you’ll drive along a dirt road (be careful during the rainy season — it can get washed out), then you’ll reach private property where you’ll need to pay an entrance fee of 20 baht, and after that, descend a concrete staircase to the beach itself. There’s a paid parking lot near the beach that costs 90 baht.

Sangchai Beach is prized for its wild, untouched atmosphere without tourists. It’s an ideal place for a photoshoot or a quiet retreat into nature.