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TOP 10 KOH LARN BEACHES AND PRACTICAL SPOTS (2026)

Koh Larn is the short island hop from Bali Hai Pier. No fresh departure ban found as of 12 Oct 2026 under TMD Warning No. 9. Police are still on the pier for the public-land dispute; ferries kept moving. Waves can top 2 m in thundershowers. Check the pier, beach flags, and Tourist Police 1155 before you buy a ticket. Do not treat a weather watch as a cancelled day.

Updated October 12, 2026
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Tawaen Beach
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Tawaen Beach

"Main public beach with the ferry landing. Crowded on weekends, quieter early. Clear enough water for a swim if flags are green. Not a secret."

Location
Koh Larn
Status
Daylight

The Verdict

  • Direct ferry drop from Bali Hai.
  • Beach chairs and food stalls right there.
  • Easiest first stop if you only have a few hours.
First-timersShort visitsPeople who do not want to hire a songthaew on the island
Expert Tip

"Arrive on an early ferry. By 11:00 the chairs fill and the music starts. Last return boats leave early evening—do not miss the cutoff."

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Samae Beach
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Samae Beach

"Slightly quieter stretch next door. Still busy but less of the main pier chaos. Same clear water profile."

Location
Koh Larn
Status
Daylight

The Verdict

  • Short walk or songthaew from Tawaen.
  • Fewer jet-ski desks than the main landing.
  • Decent sand for a towel.
Slightly calmer swimFamilies avoiding the main scrumAfternoon when Tawaen is full
Expert Tip

"Songthaew on the island is cheap and loops the beaches. Agree the fare before you sit."

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Nual Beach
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Nual Beach

"Further around. Fewer day-trippers if you time it. Still basic—no resort polish."

Location
Koh Larn
Status
Daylight

The Verdict

  • Less immediate pier traffic.
  • Water usually clear enough for snorkel if you brought your own.
  • Food stalls exist but thinner.
People who already did TawaenSnorkel with your own gearQuieter lunch
Expert Tip

"Bring cash. Card machines are not reliable on the island."

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Thonglang Beach
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Thonglang Beach

"South-side beach. Longer ride from the main pier. Worth it only if the weather is settled and you have time."

Location
Koh Larn
Status
Daylight

The Verdict

  • Further from the ferry scrum.
  • Views back toward the mainland on a clear day.
  • Fewer speedboat pickups.
Full-day visitorsPeople with their own transport arrangedAvoiding the main beaches
Expert Tip

"Check the last return ferry time before you head this far. A late cell can cancel the final boats."

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Bali Hai Pier
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Bali Hai Pier

"Public ferry terminal on the Pattaya side. Extra police present for the land dispute. Buy tickets at the counter, not from touts."

Location
South Pattaya
Status
Ferries roughly 07:00–18:30

The Verdict

  • Only public ferry point.
  • Counters sell the cheap tickets.
  • Tourist Police 1155 is reachable if something goes wrong.
Anyone going to the islandChecking real-time conditionsAvoiding speedboat upsells
Expert Tip

"Ignore the people shouting prices before the counter. The public ferry is the flat low rate. Recheck if a cell is overhead."

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Na Ban Village
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Na Ban Village

"Village area near the main pier. Basic restaurants and shops. Fine for a sit-down meal before the return boat."

Location
Koh Larn
Status
Daytime

The Verdict

  • Closest food and shops to the ferry.
  • No need to leave the island for a meal.
  • Cash-only in most places.
Lunch before the last ferryBuying water and sunscreenSitting out a brief squall
Expert Tip

"Ask for the price before you order. Portions are large; sharing works."

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Speedboat Operators (Bali Hai)
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Speedboat Operators (Bali Hai)

"Speedboat desks at the pier. Faster and more expensive. Use only if the public ferry is full or you need a specific beach drop."

Location
South Pattaya
Status
When conditions allow

The Verdict

  • 15–20 minutes instead of 30–45.
  • Can drop closer to some beaches.
  • Flexible if the scheduled ferry is full.
Groups splitting the costPeople who hate waitingSettled weather only
Expert Tip

"Agree the exact drop-off beach and return time before you pay. Weather can still cancel them."

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Koh Larn Songthaews
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Koh Larn Songthaews

"Island songthaew loop. The practical way to move between beaches once you are there. Cheap and regular during daylight."

Location
Koh Larn
Status
Daylight

The Verdict

  • Connects the main beaches.
  • No need to walk in the heat.
  • Drivers know the last-ferry cutoff.
Beach hoppingAvoiding a long walkGroups
Expert Tip

"Confirm they are going to your beach before you get in. Shared rides are the norm."

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Tawaen Beach Clubs
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Tawaen Beach Clubs

"Basic beach clubs and chair rentals on Tawaen. Fine for shade. Not a nightlife destination."

Location
Koh Larn
Status
Daytime

The Verdict

  • Shade and a seat without bringing your own.
  • Food and drinks on site.
  • Easy exit to the ferry.
People who want a chairCouplesShort stays
Expert Tip

"Chair rental is separate from food. Ask both prices. Leave before the last boats fill."

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Koh Larn Viewpoints
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Koh Larn Viewpoints

"Viewpoint spots on the higher ground. Short walks or rides. Clear days only—skip if rain is building."

Location
Koh Larn
Status
Daylight

The Verdict

  • Mainland and island views.
  • Quick stop between beaches.
  • Free or low cost.
PhotosSettled weatherPeople who already swam
Expert Tip

"Do not plan this if a cell is visible. The roads get slippery and the boats can stop."

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