Chalong Bay Phuket's
principal boat anchorage and the island's largest
bay. Ao Chalong has a long flat, shallow, muddy
bottom; at ebb-tide waters recede as much as one
kilometre. It is picturesque but not for swimming.
Most visitors take the Chalong Pier to visit the
smaller islands , and the bay's restaurants are
well known for their seafood. Charters to different
places can be arranged from there, and it is the
center of the island's yachting businesses. Ao Chalong
is not only for its pier,but also the seafood restaurant
along the seashore.
Sehn Bay
A small bay with many rocks and corals. Snorkeling
and diving are possible. For sunbathers, this secluded,
curving strand north of Nai Han offers some privacy.
A small open air restaurant supplies food and drink.
To get there go through the parking lot of the Phuket
Yacht Club hotel and follow the road to Ao Sehn,
about 1/2 km.
Phuket Beaches
Particularly in the monsoon season, there are
strong currents on many of the beaches and drownings
are a depressingly common occurrence. Heed the
warning flags on popular beaches and play it safe
if off the beaten track. It is important to note
that, while many tourists who flock to the beaches
of Phuket are European, nudity is viewed as highly
offensive to Thais. It is very rude to go topless
to beaches. Thais are generally non-confrontational,
but it is always best to be respectful while treading
on another's home country.
About Chalong Bay, Phuket Thailand
Phuket's
principal boat anchorage and the island's largest
bay. Ao Chalong has a long flat, shallow, muddy
bottom; at ebb-tide waters recede as much as one
kilometre. It is picturesque but not for swimming.
Most visitors take the Chalong Pier to visit the
smaller islands , and the bay's restaurants are
well known for their seafood. Charters to different
places can be arranged from there, and it is the
center of the island's yachting businesses. Ao Chalong
is not only for its pier,but also the seafood restaurant
along the seashore. 
