Level: Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave, Medium wave
Water hazards: Ships
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Flat to choppy water. Shallow access. Medium waves. Watch out for lots of speed boats.
Beach type & size: Sand - Small
Infos: The only beach available for launching is very crowded with tourists.
Identified hazards: Bystanders
Beachgoer: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Weather specificities: Thailand is a tropical country with its typical high temperature all year round. 25-30C in the cold season, 35-40+C in the hot season and 30-35C during the rainy season. Humidity is always high, even though it's easier to bear during the cold season during which the sun shines. The rainy season is characterized by scattered heavy showers now and then everyday, cloudy weather almost full time.
Wind specificities: Works only in sideonshore winds.
Access description: by Boat - Bangkok Airport. From the airport take a bus to Pattaya, then 45 min with a boat.
Extra: For expert kitesurfers only.
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Shallow, Chop, Small wave, Medium wave
Water hazards: Swimmers
Water quality: Clean
Infos: High waves during summer months.
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Infos: Heavy monsoon rain during summer months and high waves. Resorts on this coast generally closed at this time of year.
Identified hazards: None
Beachgoer: January, February, March, September, October, November, December
Best months: January, February, October, November, December
Access description: by Car, Bus -
Specific rules: None
Nightlife: Local - small bars and eating places.
Accommodations: Rooms, Camping, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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