Holiday in Southern Thailand

What makes Southern Thailand special as a destination?

Southern Thailand stretches from the narrow land bridge at Chumphon down to the Malaysian border and includes two completely different coastlines: the calm Andaman Sea in the west and the lively Gulf of Thailand in the east. This region combines some of the most spectacular beaches, islands, and diving areas in Southeast Asia — from the turquoise bays around Krabi to the limestone cliffs of Phang Nga to the legendary Full Moon parties on Koh Phangan. The western Andaman coast impresses with dramatic karst cliffs rising from emerald green waters. Krabi, Ao Nang, and Railay Beach offer world-class climbing opportunities on over 700 routes right by the sea. The Similan Islands and Surin Islands are among the top ten diving spots in the world with visibility over 30 meters and regular encounters with manta rays. On the Gulf side, family-friendly islands like Koh Samui attract with luxurious resorts, while Koh Phangan draws both backpackers and yogis alike. The province of Nakhon Si Thammarat preserves authentic Thai culture away from the tourist trails. Inland, Southern Thailand surprises with Khao Sok National Park, whose ancient rainforest surpasses the Amazon in biodiversity. The best travel time for the Andaman side is from November to April, and for the Gulf side from December to August.