No lifeguard post
There is no lifeguard post on Laem Sing; swim close to shore and keep children near you.
Laem Sing Beach
Kamala · west coast
A small, palm-fringed cove between Surin and Kamala, cut off from the road since 2017. Reach it by a short boat ride or a 15-minute rock path from Surin.
Also written Laem Singh Beach, Hat Laem Sing, Haad Laem Sing, Laem Sing, Limsingh · หาดแหลมสิงห์ · Пляж Лаем Синг
Laem Sing Beach in photographs
The jungle path down to the beach. The sign at Surin beach for the boats to Laem Singh. Granite boulders at the end of the beach. A small jungle cove from above.
- Sand
- Soft golden sand below granite boulders
- Quiet
- Almost deserted, even in high season
- Snorkelling
- Fish around both headlands
- Access
- Boat or rock path from Surin
- Water
- Clear water, calm most of the dry season
- Facilities
- No toilets or sunbeds
About Laem Sing Beach
Laem Sing is a small cove of soft golden sand on Phuket's west coast, between Surin and Kamala, backed by giant granite boulders, palm trees and jungle-covered cliffs. The water is clear and the waves calm for most of the dry season, and the cove is easy to admire from the viewpoint on the coast road above.
In the 2000s it was one of Phuket's busiest small beaches, with rows of chairs, half a dozen restaurants, jet skis and a concrete staircase from the road. In April 2017 a land dispute closed the staircase, and the land was later sold to a hotel group. The beach is still public by law, and since late 2017 people have reached it by a small boat from Surin, and later by a rock path along the shore.
Today it is almost deserted. One small Thai restaurant on a wooden terrace in the rocks serves food and cold drinks, a vendor or two sometimes sells souvenirs or offers a massage, and that is all: no toilets, no sunbeds, no lifeguards. Bring what you need and take your rubbish back with you.
Things to do at Laem Sing Beach
Granite boulders at the end of the beach. A small jungle cove from above. The cove from above, sand curving into turquoise water.
Snorkelling and diving · dry season
Snorkel the headlands
The southern rocks towards Kamala have the clearest water and most fish; bring your own mask, as the restaurant does not always rent gear.
Swimming · dry season
Swim in a quiet cove
Calm, clear water in the dry season. The seabed drops quickly past the sand, so stay close if you are not a strong swimmer.
Nature · dry season
The rock path from Surin
A 15 to 20-minute path from the south end of Surin, with a boulder climb, painted signs and a small wooden bridge.
Boat trips · dry season
The little boat from Surin
A few minutes across from the south end of Surin, landing on the sand; 100 THB a person including the ride back, or about 400 THB for the whole boat.
Food and drink · dry season
Lunch on the terrace
The family that runs the only restaurant also looks after the path; a drink or a plate of fried rice on their terrace is a good way to say thanks.
On the sand
The view from the road
The viewpoint on the coast road above the cove is a classic photo stop, even if you do not go down.
Surfing
Bodyboarding at the north end
The northern end of the cove is the better spot for swimming and bodyboarding when there are small waves.
A day at Laem Sing Beach
Head to the south end of Surin Beach. The rock path starts just past Tukta, and the boat leaves from the same spot. Tukta Food & Drink
Take the 15-minute rock path at mid to low tide, or the small boat for 100 THB, which includes the ride back. Boat to Laem Sing (Surin south end)
The rocks on the left, towards Kamala, have the most fish; bring your own mask.
Fried rice or a Thai curry on the wooden terrace of the cove's only restaurant; cash only.
Shade is gone by early afternoon. Take the boat back with your numbered card, or walk while the tide allows.
Stop at the viewpoint on the coast road to see the cove from above as the sun goes down. Laem Sing Viewpoint
Our Laem Sing Beach score
4.5out of 5
A morning of snorkelling and swimming in a near-empty cove, reached by boat or a short rock walk from Surin.
A small palm-fringed cove of soft golden sand below giant boulders, with clear water, good snorkelling at both headlands and almost nobody on it, even in high season. It stays out of the top band because there are no toilets, sunbeds or lifeguards, shade runs out by midday, and visitors report litter.
The character of the beach
A profile, not a mark: where Laem Sing Beach sits on four scales, and what it is known for.
- Lively
- For children
- Surf
- Snorkelling
No lifeguards · Soft golden sand below granite boulders
What is good about Laem Sing Beach
Some of the west coast's best snorkelling
The rocks at the southern headland, towards Kamala, have the clearest water and the most fish; the northern rocks are good too.
A beach without the crowd
With no road access, the jet skis, touts and parking attendants of the past are gone, and the cove feels almost empty.
A boat ride or a rock walk
A small boat from the south end of Surin takes a few minutes; the rock path takes 15 to 20 minutes, with a short boulder climb at the start.
One restaurant on the rocks
A family-run Thai restaurant on a wooden terrace above the sand serves simple food and cold drinks, cash only.
The view from the road
The cove is one of Phuket's classic views from the viewpoint on the coast road between Surin and Kamala.
Before you swim at Laem Sing Beach
Deeper water close to shore
The seabed deepens quickly just past the sand; children are happiest in the shallows.
Water shoes for the rocks
Rocks lie just under the surface near both headlands; snorkel on calm days and wear water shoes.
The rock path at high tide
The first stretch of the path from Surin crosses boulders that the sea covers at high tide; go at mid to low tide in proper shoes, or take the boat.
Best from November to April
In the monsoon the boat may not run and the sea is rougher; check at Surin before setting out.
Little shade after midday
The beach faces west; shade along the boulders goes by midday. Bring water and sunscreen, as nothing is sold except at the restaurant.
Beach clubs, bars and restaurants on Laem Sing Beach
0 places open on the sand in September 2026, walked south to north, then the road behind the beach and a few minutes inland. A price level is what one visit typically costs a person.
A few minutes inland
Boat to Laem Sing (Surin south end)
Transport · a short drive · Daytime, weather permitting
The small local boat that shuttles visitors from the south end of Surin Beach to Laem Sing in a few minutes: 100 THB a person one way with a free return, or about 400 THB for the whole boat. Runs in good weather.
Laem Sing Viewpoint
Viewpoint · a short drive
A roadside lookout on the coastal road between Kamala and Surin.
Tukta Food & Drink
Restaurant · a short drive · 10:30–21:00 on Wednesday (Google Maps shows one day; the other days to check)
A Thai restaurant on the rocks at the southern tip of Surin Beach: the only sit-down restaurant on that stretch since the beach was cleared in 2014–2016.
What it costs to live near Laem Sing Beach
6 months or more
Apartments
฿53,500/ month
median of 5 · from ฿44,500
Villas
฿175,500/ month
median of 1 · from ฿175,500
- The zone
- The waterline
- Chosen step: The zone
- A home and its rent
Homes for rent near Laem Sing Beach
6 months or more
- homes for rent nearby
- 11
- within a 13-minute walk of the sand
- 6
- the nearest home to the sand
- 140 m
Nothing is built on the cove. Homes and hotels are around Surin Beach to the north and Kamala to the south, with villas on the cliffs along the coast road between them.
Homes by type
Rent a month
6 homes in the beach zone
- New building
- Pets allowed
3‑bedroom villa in Laem Sing, Coral Heights
฿175,500/ month
140 m to the sand · 2 min on foot
- New building
2‑bedroom apartment in Laem Sing, Sunset Villas
฿53,500/ month
250 m to the sand · 3 min on foot
- Sea view
- Pets allowed
2‑bedroom apartment in Laem Sing, Sunset Villas
฿51,500/ month
270 m to the sand · 3 min on foot
2‑bedroom apartment in Laem Sing, Sunset Villas
฿54,500/ month
270 m to the sand · 3 min on foot
- New building
3‑bedroom apartment in Laem Sing, Casuarina Park
฿63,500/ month
360 m to the sand · 4 min on foot
2‑bedroom apartment in Laem Sing, Casuarina Park
฿44,500/ month
410 m to the sand · 5 min on foot
Around Laem Sing Beach
Every place inside the beach zone, by category: choose one to see its places, nearest the water first, each numbered as its mark on the map.
No place inside the beach zone is on the map yet.
Laem Sing Beach by month
The season · November to April
Calm sea, clear water
November to April: the calmest water, clear snorkelling and the easiest rock walk. Mornings are best, with shade along the boulders.
The monsoon · May to October
Waves, walks and red flags
May to October: rougher seas; from June to October the boat can be cancelled in bad weather and the rock path gets slippery. Check conditions at Surin first.
| Month | The sea |
|---|---|
| Jan | Calm |
| Feb | Calm |
| Mar | Calm |
| Apr | Calm |
| May | Changing |
| Jun | Rough |
| Jul | Rough |
| Aug | Rough |
| Sep | Rough |
| Oct | Rough |
| Nov | Calm |
| Dec | Calm |
Calm: swim any day Changing: check the flags Rough: monsoon swell, red flags on many days
Laem Sing Beach with children
Laem Sing is not an easy beach with small children: the path starts with a boulder climb, the boat lands on the sand, the seabed drops quickly and there are no toilets or lifeguards. With older children who swim well, the snorkelling and the quiet are a real treat.
- Take the boat rather than the rock path with children.
- A quick drop-off past the sand: keep young children in the shallows.
- No toilets, shops or lifeguards; bring water and snacks.
- Fish around the rocks for older children with a mask.
Getting to Laem Sing Beach and parking
- From the airport, by car
- 25–40 min
- From Patong, with the traffic
- 20–30 min
- From Phuket Town
- 35–45 min
There is no road access. Go to the south end of Surin Beach, past Tukta, and either walk the 15-minute rock path or take the small boat across.
- On foot. From the south end of Surin Beach, past Tukta: a boulder climb, then an easier path with painted signs, 15 to 20 minutes. Best at mid to low tide.
- By boat. A small boat runs from the south end of Surin in good weather: 100 THB a person one way with a free return using a numbered card, or about 400 THB for the whole boat.
- By car. Drive to Surin Beach and park there; the old staircase from the coast road is closed.
- Grab and taxis. Get dropped at Surin Beach and continue on foot or by boat.
Parking. No parking at the cove. Use the car park behind Surin Beach.
Who will love Laem Sing Beach, and who will not
Will love it
- Snorkellers: the rocks at the southern headland are among the best on the west coast.
- Anyone who wants a small, almost empty cove without chairs, touts or jet skis.
- Couples who like a little adventure to reach their beach.
Will not
- Families with small children: a rock climb or boat landing, a quick drop-off and no toilets.
- Anyone unsteady on their feet: the path starts with boulders and the boat lands on the sand.
Tips for Laem Sing Beach
Go in the morning
The beach faces west; shade along the boulders lasts only until late morning, and afternoons are hot.
Check the tide
The rocks at the start of the path are easiest at mid to low tide. At high tide waves wash over them; take the boat.
Bring cash
The restaurant takes Thai baht in cash only, and there is no ATM within walking distance.
Wear trainers
Flip-flops slip on the wet rocks at the start of the path; trainers or sport sandals are ideal.
Keep your boat card
The boat crew gives you a numbered card; hand it to the boatman at Laem Sing for the free ride back.
Bring a mask and a mat
Gear is not always for rent, and there are no loungers; a sarong or light mat does the job.
Take your rubbish
There are no bins on the beach and visitors report litter. Carry everything back out.
Questions about Laem Sing Beach
Is Laem Sing Beach open to the public?
Yes. Like all beaches in Thailand it is public. The old staircase from the coast road has been closed since a land dispute in 2017, but you can reach the beach by boat or on foot from Surin Beach.
How do I get to Laem Sing Beach?
Go to the south end of Surin Beach, past Tukta. From there, walk the rocky path for 15 to 20 minutes, with a short boulder climb at the start, or take the small boat across. There is no road access.
How much is the boat to Laem Sing Beach?
About 100 THB a person one way, with the return included using a numbered card, or around 400 THB to charter the whole boat. Some visitors report paying 200 THB return, so confirm before you board.
Can you snorkel at Laem Sing Beach?
Yes, it has some of the best snorkelling on the west coast. The rocks at the southern headland, towards Kamala, have the clearest water and the most fish. Bring your own mask.
Is Laem Sing Beach good for swimming?
Yes, in calm dry-season conditions. The seabed drops quickly just past the sand, there are submerged rocks near the headlands and no lifeguards, so swim carefully.
Are there toilets or restaurants at Laem Sing Beach?
One small Thai restaurant on a terrace in the rocks, cash only. There are no toilets, shops, sunbeds or ATMs, so bring water and snacks.
Is Laem Sing Beach good for kids?
Only for older children who swim well. The path begins with a boulder climb, the sea drops off quickly and there are no toilets or lifeguards; with small children, take the boat and stay in the shallows.
When is the best time to visit Laem Sing Beach?
From November to April, in the morning. The water is calmest then, the rock path is easier and there is shade along the boulders until late morning.
Where is the Laem Sing viewpoint?
On the coast road between Surin and Kamala, right above the cove. It is a classic photo stop, even if you do not go down to the beach.