Klong Dao Beach
Beach Popular beach with limestone karsts on Koh Lanta
Klong Dao on Koh Lanta has a long, shallow shoreline favoured for swimming, family resorts and seafood restaurants; visitors often use it as a base for diving, island-hopping and relaxed evening markets.
Klong Dao Beach is a broad, sandy bay on the northern coast of Ko Lanta in Krabi province, popular with families and budget travellers. The shoreline has a shallow gradient and calm water at most tides, with accommodation and restaurants close to the sand.
The beach serves as one of the island’s main swimming and relaxation areas while the island’s pier and main services are a short drive away. Development is low-rise and focused on tourist accommodation rather than large-scale resorts.
Klong Dao sits on the northwest side of Ko Lanta near the island’s primary settlement and transport hub, making it a convenient base for exploring Lanta’s beaches and nearby islands.
- Family friendly beach: Shallow water and a gentle beach profile make it suitable for families and swimmers; the beach is lined with a mix of mid-range resorts and beachfront bungalows.
How to Get to Klong Dao Beach #
Klong Dao lies near Saladan on the northern tip of Koh Lanta. From the Saladan pier it’s a 5-15 minute walk or short motorbike/taxi ride. Ferries connect Koh Lanta to Krabi and Trang; private transfers and shared vans run from Krabi Airport and Ao Nang.
Tips for Visiting Klong Dao Beach #
- Klong Dao's northern end near Saladan is the busiest - walk toward the southern stretch for a quieter experience.
- Arrive late afternoon for a calmer sea and the best sunset positions facing the bay.
- Walk five minutes inland from the beach to find small cafés serving fresh seafood and the island's best roti.
Best Time to Visit Klong Dao Beach #
Klong Dao Beach on Koh Lanta is most comfortable between November and April, when the weather is drier and the sea calmer.
Weather & Climate near Klong Dao Beach #
Klong Dao Beach's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2057 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. The driest month with just 26 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (194 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (233 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (295 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (318 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (293 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (207 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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