Bang Por · Beaches
Ban Tai Beach
A little-known, quiet beach on the north coast between Maenam and Bang Po, often called a hidden paradise. Palm-lined with clear water in good conditions; very shallow at low tide. Relaxed, uncrowded, residential feel. Best at mid to high tide; reached by side roads off the ring road.
- Free
- Bang Por
- about 2 hours
- Checked 25 Sept
Insider tips
- Come at mid or high tide for swimming; low tide is very shallow.
- Choose it for peace and quiet, not for facilities - bring what you need.
- Watch for rocks at some points along the water.
- Maenam village (markets, shops) is about 15 minutes away.
The story
Ban Tai is a small, quiet beach on the north coast between Maenam and Bang Po - so little known that it is missing from many local maps. Visitors who find it describe a hidden paradise: a serene palm-lined waterfront, clear tropical water in good conditions, and far fewer people than the neighbouring beaches. Swimming and snorkeling are reported as good when the water is clear, but conditions change with tide and season - at low tide the water can be very shallow, so Ban Tai is better chosen for its calm atmosphere than for guaranteed deep-water swimming.
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After storms, seaweed and debris can accumulate on the shoreline, and there are rocks at some points near the water. The area behind the beach is a quiet residential neighbourhood with small-scale accommodation; Maenam's shops are about 15 minutes away. It is commonly treated as part of the wider Maenam area.
Reach it by scooter, taxi or songthaew on the ring road, then one of the small side roads to the sea.
Good to know
- Open 24 hours
- Free
- about 2 hours
- Mid or high tide for swimming; any time for quiet
- Hardly affected by weather
- Family friendly: Yes
- Good for couples: Yes
- Scooter access: Yes
Plan a visit
Free route: you go by your own scooter, car or on foot and we work out the order. Private tour: a local driver picks you up and takes you.
Checked 25 Sept 2026 · 4 sources
Sources and last check
- Last checked
- 25 Sept 2026
- What was checked
- Details checked 25 Sept 2026
- Next check due
- September 2027
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