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Mai Khao Beach is 11 km long on the northwestern coast, 35 km north of Phuket Town. The beach is part of Sirinat National Park<\/strong>, a protected area that has prevented the resort development observed in other beaches. This is a secluded and tranquil beach, with only few luxury resorts occupying the large area. The beach water is rougher and the currents stronger than in the more sheltered southern beaches. The beach slopes steeply in some places creating difficult conditions for children and weak swimmers. Note that Phuket International Airport is adjacent to Mai Khao’s northern section, creating continuing noise which is significantly reduced in the southern section.
\nThe beach serves as a nesting site for green and leatherback sea turtles laying their eggs in the sand in November through to February.
\nReaching the beach is difficult. Mai Khao<\/a> works best for those renting cars or staying in one of the resorts. The beach appeals to those who prioritize natural beauty, empty beaches, and avoiding the crowds, over convenience, dining options, and nightlife.<\/p>\n\n

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    La plage de Mai Khao s'\u00e9tend sur 11 km le long de la c\u00f4te nord-ouest, \u00e0 35 km au nord de la ville de Phuket. Elle fait partie du parc national de Sirinat, une zone prot\u00e9g\u00e9e qui a emp\u00each\u00e9 le d\u00e9veloppement touristique observ\u00e9 sur d'autres plages. Il s'agit d'une plage isol\u00e9e et tranquille, o\u00f9 seuls quelques complexes h\u00f4teliers de luxe occupent ce vaste espace. La mer y est plus agit\u00e9e et les courants plus forts que sur les plages du sud, mieux abrit\u00e9es. La plage pr\u00e9sente par endroits une pente raide, ce qui rend la baignade difficile pour les enfants et les nageurs peu exp\u00e9riment\u00e9s.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","attraction-type":[8],"class_list":["post-24635","attraction","type-attraction","status-publish","hentry","attraction-type-beach"],"yoast_head":"\nMai Khao Beach Phuket Quiet Long Beach Escape | Travel Joy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Explore Mai Khao Beach in Phuket. 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