Baan Tai is found on the south western coast of Koh Phangan and runs from south of Thong Sala to Haad Rin. It faces Koh Samui and has tremendous sunsets - amongst the best on the island. Baan Tai has a small town centred around the pier.
The beaches are a haven for sun worshippers as the long white sandy beaches such as Charu Bay, Baan Tai Bay and Baan Kai Bay separated by mountain springs providing a splendid setting. There is an abundance of bars scattered along the beachfront, but as it is so long it is not too noisy in one particular location. However, the exception is the massive half moon party which moves from Haad Rin to Baan Tai. There is a timetable of events, so that you can choose your time to visit Ban Tai.
Baan Tai is a small fishing town on the west coast of Koh Phangan just 5 minutes away from the main town and ferryport of Thong Sala and a 20 minutes taxi ride away from Haad Rin, where the full moon party takes place. It is the ideal place to stay if you want to be near the action, but not too near.
Baan Tai beach is a haven for sun worshippers as the long white sandy beaches such as Charu Bay, Baan Tai Bay and Baan Kai Bay separated by mountain springs providing a splendid setting. There is an abundance of bars scattered along the beachfront, but as it is so long it is not too noisy in one particular location. However, the exception is the massive half moon party which moves from Haad Rin to Baan Tai. There is a timetable of events so that you can choose your time to visit Ban Tai.
There is coconut farming right along the coast, where the palms lean right over the beach, but the main industry as with many of the coastline villages is fishing. There is a small marina and pier in the centre of Ban Tai where boat and fishing trips can be arranged.
The town is centred around the pier has the usual convenience stores, massage shops, art and handicraft shops, internet cafes, motorbike rental, bars and a cluster of seafood restaurants, funky bars and coffe places as well as a bakery.
Either side of the marina, the wide white sand beach gradually slopes to meet the coral reef about 200 metres away. In low tidal season (April to November), swimming on the beach side of the reef is not always possible. Once over the reef, a variety of corals and marine life make the area good for snorkeling.
This beautiful stretch of beach beach, facing Koh Samui, is the longest uninterrupted beach on Koh Phangan and experiences amazing sunset views. The small bungalow resorts are well spaced along the beach and you can always find a private spot.
At night if you did not want to go in the town or the restaurants on the main road between Thong Sala and Haad Rin it is easy to walk the beach and visit the bars and restaurants there.
The large supermarkets of Big C and Tesco Lotus are located on the main road to Thong Sala.
Boat Trips
A small marina where boats can be commissioned for various boat tours and fishing trips.
Jungle Flight
A zipline adventure in the forest at Baan Tai
Bird and Animal Safaris
Interesting excursions into the forest near Baan Tai
The actual Baan Tai to Thong Sala road which runs behind the beach offers bar, restaurants and Karaoke bars within a few minutes walk.
The Fisherman’s restaurant located not far away at Baan Khai serves great seafood and has a feature of a long tail boat fitted out with tables and chairs creating a delightful ambiance with chill out retro music.
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