
Choeng Mon
Bo Phut, Thailand
Beach on Samui island, Thailand. It lies in Thailand's tropical south, where the best months depend on which coast you are on.
Why visit: The beaches that built Thai tourism — and, if you walk far enough, the ones that didn't.
- ›Swim early before the day boats arrive
- ›Try a water sport or kayak the coast
- ›Eat grilled seafood at a beachfront shack
- ›Stay for the sunset
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Best time
November – April on the Andaman coast; February – September on the Gulf
Weather
Tropical south — 26–33°C all year with high humidity. The two coasts have opposite wet seasons: the Andaman side is wettest May–October, the Gulf side October–December.
Entry fee
Public beaches free; loungers charged
Hours
Open access; lifeguards where present are seasonal
Est. budget
₹1,000 – ₹4,000 for the day
Duration
Half to full day
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