Everyone knows about Koh Larn. It is the most beautiful island you can find, just a short journey from Pattaya.

From pristine beaches to thrilling water adventures, this tropical popular gem has it all. 

Get ready to dive into crystal-clear waters, relax on soft sandy shores, or go on exciting adventures on this gorgeous island. 

Here's a little guide to the best things to do in Koh Larn. 

Chill out on the beaches

Koh Larn has a total of six main beaches and a couple of smaller ones. You can spend an entire day or two exploring them all. 

The most popular beaches are:

Tawaen Beach: This is one of the most popular beaches with soft white sand and clear blue water. It's great for swimming and sunbathing but can get quite busy with day-tripping crowds. 

Samae Beach: Another beautiful beach known for its water activities and restaurants. The beach is also home to one of the most popular resorts, the Xanadu Beach Resort. It is a good mix of energy and tranquility.

Tien Beach: the most picturesque beach on the island with soft white sand and crystal blue water. And if you go further north of the beach, it gets less crowded than the beach already is. 

The other 3 beaches also worth visiting are Nual, Tonglang, and Ta Yai.

But if you really want to escape the crowds, you can check out smaller beaches such as Sangwan and Priss Beach. However, getting there takes some work, either by kayak or hiking. 

Snorkeling and Scuba Diving

As the water around Koh Larn is quite clear and clean, it is incredibly popular for snorkeling and even scuba diving.

There is a vibrant diversity of corals here. After all, Koh Larn does translate to coral island. 

You may even see some exciting marine life such as schools of fish or if you are really, really lucky, a turtle or manta ray.

Several dive shops in Pattaya and on the island offer rental equipment and guided tours for snorkeling or scuba diving.

Water Sports and Activities

There are plenty of water sports and activities in Koh Larn. 

They have everything from paddleboarding, kayaking, and jet-skiing to banana boat rides, parasailing, and even sea walking.

Whether you are a beginner or an expert, Koh Larn is a great place to spend on or in the water to get you fit while having tons of fun. 

Viewpoints

Koh Larn has quite a few amazing viewpoints that give you panoramic views of the ocean and parts of the island with beautiful beaches.

The main viewpoints can be seen from Tawaen Beach viewpoint, Guanyin Temple, and Giant Buddha.

There are also these two viewpoints marked on Google Maps - viewpoint 1 and viewpoint 2.

But if you have a drone, you can catch all kinds of stunning bird-eye views of the island. 

Hiking

Koh Larn has a couple of hiking trails that lead to some of the more remote and less crowded parts of the island. It's a great way to explore the natural beauty.

Simply get lost and find your way around. If something looks less crowded, chances are that you will come across some great views, interesting people, and hidden gems.

You should check out this guide on a couple of walking trails if you are not much of a risk-taker.

Try Delicious Seafood

Being an island, Koh Larn has easy access to fresh seafood and daily catches. You can spend an entire day sampling delicious seafood and Thai dishes at one of many beachside restaurants, cafes, or bars.

There are also plenty of options further inland of Koh Larn.

Some of the best and most popular places to eat here

Cafes

• Love on Sea
• Sea Space - also a seafood restaurant
• Margaret
• Indigo Café
• Matata Bay Cafe
  

Restaurants

• Sunset Restaurant
• DuLay Koh Larn
• Nong Riaw Restaurant

Beautiful Resorts

If you're looking for a more relaxed experience and want to slow travel around the island, consider staying overnight at one of many gorgeous boutique resorts or guesthouses on the island.

You will be surprised how many hotels are on Koh Larn across a wide budget range and styles.

Many of these hotels and resorts offer spectacular views and amazing amenities.

Most of the accommodations are located on the east side of the resort but there are a few on the west side as well.

Here are a few that you might like:

• Cara Cara Resort
• Xanadu Beach Resort
• Mila Koh Larn
• Koh larn seaside
• Rocco Villa
• SIRAVA Kohlarn

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Remember, reviews are a great way to start as a guide but the best way to experience a destination is to immerse yourself and experience it for yourself.

Hope you have a great trip to Koh Larn.