Visit Big Buddha
Karon/Chalong 2 hrs
See the iconic white marble Buddha statue with panoramic island views.
Where to stay
Hotels in Kamala Beach
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Thai and English
Local currency
THB
(THB)
Local time
(GMT+7)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Kamala Beachfront
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not strictly required but appreciated for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
85 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Pad Thai
Tom Yum Goong
Green Curry
Mango Sticky Rice
When to visit Kamala Beach
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January
Busiest: Nov-Feb
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Jan95
Dry, sunny, cool breeze
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Feb90
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Mar80
Hot, humid, less rain
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Apr70
Hot, humid, some rain
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May60
Start of monsoon, showers
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Jun55
Monsoon, frequent showers
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Jul55
Monsoon, frequent showers
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Aug50
Monsoon peak, heavy rain
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Sept50
Monsoon peak, heavy rain
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Oct60
End monsoon, improving
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Nov85
Dry season starts, sunny
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Dec90
Dry, sunny, pleasant
Things to do in Kamala Beach
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Snorkeling or Diving Trip
Andaman Sea 6 hrs
Explore vibrant marine life in the Andaman Sea with a boat tour.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Thai Cooking Class
Kamala/nearby 3 hrs
Learn to prepare authentic Thai dishes from local chefs.
Explore Old Phuket Town
Phuket Town 4 hrs
Wander through charming Sino-Portuguese streets and admire colorful architecture.
Surf Lessons at Kamala
Kamala Beach 2 hrs
Catch some waves and learn to surf on Kamala's gentle breaks (seasonal).
Best in the evening
1 place
Phuket FantaSea Show
Kamala 4 hrs
Experience a spectacular cultural show with elephants and dazzling performances.
Any time of day
2 places
Relax on Kamala Beach
Kamala Beach 3 hrs
Enjoy the soft sands and gentle waves of Kamala Beach.
Indulge in a Thai Massage
Kamala 1.5 hrs
Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Thai massage at a local spa.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Kamala Beach
Straight-line distance from the centre of Kamala Beach.
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