About Khanom
Khanom is a small town in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand. The beaches are beautiful and largely deserted, which makes Khanom popular with those seeking peace. In the surroundings lie two caves, a few waterfalls and a paved road up Dat Fa mountain with a view. On the coast you can sometimes see pink dolphins on a boat trip. The region is known for its coconuts and fruit. In town there are small guesthouses and eateries with fresh fish. Khanom suits travellers seeking a relaxed beach stay without the crowds of Samui. The sea is calmest from January to April, and in November and December a lot of rain falls. Khanom lies about 90 km from Nakhon Si Thammarat and can be reached by minibus or taxi. With a rented scooter you can explore the coast and surroundings at your own pace.
Best time to visit (indicative)
Driest from February to April, which is the best time for beaches and boats. From October to December a lot of rain falls (on Samui November is the wettest month, around 445 mm), and the sea can be rough. Weather varies from year to year; this is a guideline based on the climate.
Getting there
From Surat Thani or Nakhon Si Thammarat by minivan or bus (about 1.5 hours); from Bangkok via Surat Thani. Your own transport helps. Distances and travel times are rounded estimates.
Things to do in Khanom
- Quiet beaches The beaches are lovely and often almost deserted.
- Pink dolphins On a boat trip along the coast you sometimes see pink dolphins.
- Dat Fa mountain A paved road up with views over the coast.
- Caves and waterfalls Two caves and a few waterfalls in the surroundings.
