Ao Sane is a rocky beach on the southwest coast of Phuket and one of the island’s most enchanting little secrets. The diving and snorkeling at this beach are excellent, and the beach’s character is best summed up in the word ‘quiet.’ Ao Sane has enough trees lining its edge to shelter from the sun at any time of the day and plenty of sand for sun-worshippers. With rudimentary bungalows and a restaurant, it sometimes feels like a small community. To get to Ao Sane, drive to Nai Harn Beach and follow the road below Nai Harn, the 5-star hotel at the north end of the beach.
After driving through the hotel grounds, drive up the hill, and you will come to a small car park with a path leading to the beach. It’s possible to go down this hill in a vehicle, but since it’s challenging, most visitors choose to park at the top and walk down. Ao Sane in Phuket is a small, quiet beach with three bays. One can often find people here enjoying the low-key tropical life, sampling delicious seafood at the local restaurants, or even snorkeling. There are also some beautiful bamboo huts for rent along the coast.
Facilities on Ao Sane Beach
For many, the charm of Ao Sane is its robustness and uncomplicated natural appeal. There are no beach chairs or bodyboards for rent, jet skis or kayaks, and street vendors to bother you. On the other side is a shower and toilet halfway up the beach next to the restaurant. Ao Sane is always open, but early risers occupy some shady top spots. Be sure to bring your towel to sit with.
Ao Sane Beach restaurants
Ao Sane Beach Restaurant is lively with good cheap food and an international bohemian atmosphere. It serves food from breakfast until late at night. Five minutes away in nearby Nai Harn, dining options range from supermarket-bought snacks to a selection of simple beachfront restaurants and dinner at The Nai Harn.
Ao Sane Beach activities
Due to the rocks on the beach, the rough texture of its sand, and the steep slope to the sea, there are few sports like volleyball and football at Ao Sane beach. However, there is no denying that it is an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving. You must bring a mask and fins as they are not rented on the beach. The underwater life here is remarkable and abundant. Towards Nai Harn) as there is a channel through the rocks.
Where to stay near Ao Sane Beach:
Nai Harn offers The Nai Harn and the nearby Sabana Resort for accommodation. Mangosteen Resort & Spa is a bit further inland, but the closest hotel to Ao Sane is the 3-star Baan Krating Resort, which is about 500 meters west of the beach along a path among the trees.
