Hat Ban Krut Travel Guide

Hat Ban Krut is a beautiful stretch of sandy beach lying between Amphoe Thap Sakae and Bang Saphan. The beach is quiet and unspoiled and is overlooked by the beautiful Thong Chai Mountain.

Hat Ban Krut has a wide variety of accommodation lining the back of the beach and they are often busy with Thai people enjoying a vacation. The area is famous for its production of batiks and they can be found all through the neighboring towns and make a great souvenir. Thai food stalls line the streets as do local restaurants making it a great destination to enjoy the local culinary delights.

There are a few national parks dotted around the countryside close to Hat Ban Krut and they are wonderful for hiking and exploring enthusiasts. There are also some waterfalls and the beach itself offers great swimming and sunbathing opportunities.

Getting There & Away

SGA Airlines fly from Bangkok to Hua Hin on a 45 minute journey 4 times a week and from Hua Hin it is a short drive to Hat Ban Krut. A bus from Bangkok to Hua Hin will take about three and a half hours and a bus from Chumphon will take four hours. Phuket is a ten hour bus journey away and a train from Bangkok to Hua Hin will take about two and half hours. Bangkok is home to the nearest international airport.

Things to Do

Hat Ban Krut Attractions

The beach

Is the main focus here. street stalls and basic accommodation line the main road which the golden sand and clear waters are perfect for any beachlover.