Nai Harn
Ao Nai Harn · Nai Harn Bay
7°46.4'N 98°18.3'E
Depth
3–10m
Bottom
sand
Alarm Radius
70m
Holding
Good
Recommended Anchor Alarm Radius
70m
Set 70m radius in the main bay. The bay is well-protected in the NE monsoon season but can be untenable in SW monsoon. Position away from the beach to avoid surge.
About This Anchorage
Nai Harn is one of Phuket's most beautiful bays, tucked in the southwest corner of the island and popular with cruising sailors during the NE monsoon. The Royal Meridien hotel sits at the northern end and the Royal Phuket Yacht Club is based here. Clear water with good sandy holding. During the NE monsoon season the anchorage is calm and scenic. Avoid entirely during SW monsoon (May–October) as the bay becomes exposed and dangerous.
Protected From
N · NE · E
Exposed To
S · SW · W
Anchoring Rules
- Anchoring fee
- Free
- Permit required
- No
Hazards
- !Untenable in SW monsoon (May–October) — do not attempt
- !Surge can develop with S/SW swell even in otherwise calm conditions
- !Swimmers and jet skis near the beach — maintain clearance
Skipper's Tips
- →Anchor in 4–8m on the sandy bottom well off the beach
- →Royal Phuket Yacht Club has a dinghy landing — check if open to cruisers
- →Beautiful sunset views from the anchorage
- →Walk or take a taxi to the Royal Meridien beach club for sundowners
Facilities
Several beach restaurants and the Royal Meridien hotel facilities nearby
Nearest provisions: Rawai (3nm)
Best Months & Season
November, December, January, February, March, April
NE monsoon season only (November–April). The bay is exposed to SW swell and completely untenable May–October. One of Phuket's most idyllic anchorages in season.
Recommended Anchor Types
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