Perched beneath the wonder of the limestone cliffs of Khao Chang (Elephant Mountain) and in the culturally rich fishing village of Nangkam, This Great Place gives guests a centrally located sanctuary to access the cultural, wonders where you can immerse yourself into the authenticity of its surrounding culture. Below are some top things to do in and around Nangkam Beach:
Pink dolphins — Found and observed in only a few of its natural habitats in the world, wake up to an early morning sunrise adventure with a local guide in a traditional longboat and watch Pink Dolphins frolic in the waters off Nangkam Beach.
Koh Nui — Just a short boat ride to where legend has it that in the 16th/17th century Buddhist monk, Luang Pu Tuad is said to have turned seawater into fresh water to save shipwrecked sailors. Hike up to the shrine dedicated to him and enjoy panoramic views and sunsets. To this day fresh water can be found emerging through emerald seawaters.
Sea Bridge of Koh Raet — Walk the bridge to the tiny island community just off shore of Don Sak. Walk through the alleyways of this traditional tiny island and explore its traditional sights, scents, and sounds.
Pancake Rocks (Khao Pan Pa) — The distinct limestone coastal rock formation rises with their sun-kissed, wind-carved grooves, in glassy tide-pools provide great views and photos, along a short cliffside walk.
Wat Khao Sudan Pradit (Don Sak Temple) — is a scenic, hilltop 45 meter high Buddhist temple in known for its breathtaking panoramic views of the coast and neighboring islands.
Nangkam Beach - Grab a TGP kayak or SUP and paddle through nearby mangroves or take the short paddle out to Koh Pee (Ghost Island). Guests with their own kiteboarding or windsurfing gear, can rig on the beach and launch into ideal, undiscovered waters just off Nangkam Beach.
Scooters and Mountain Bikes - Hop on a scooter or mountain bike and wind along jungle country roads through Surat Thani—passing rubber plantations, limestone karsts and emerald ridges, stopping in villages to sample markets, explore temples, and spot macaques, hornbills and monitor lizards along the way.
Artisanal dining — Dining within minutes of TGP, is a sensory feast of freshly caught seafood, meats, market‑fresh herbs, and mild to hot spiced curries. All that make up for truly authentic culinary delights of the area.
Cave Temple next to Ao Talet Bridge — Easily combined with a walk across the Ao Talet Bridge, the Cave Temple opens like a secret grotto where flickering candlelight warms carved Buddhas tucked in cool, echoing stone.
Don SakDaily Wet Market — Buzzing each and every morning interact with vendors selling gleaming freshly caught seafood, fresh produce and spicy condiments.
Don SakFriday Night Market — As twilight falls, stroll through the lanes that are filled with the smells of fresh, daily caught seafood, meats, produce, stalls of artisan crafts, and vendors in a lively local crowd.
Don Sak Sunday Market — Is a larger weekly market with more stalls, souvenirs and regional works of local artisans.