Beaches – although Thailand’s best beaches are further south, Hua Hin’s beaches are clean and good for swimming all year round.
Many hotels are located along the beach, however all beaches are public. |
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Caves – Tham Phraya Nakhon is a massive cave with a hole in the top, which allows enough light through to permit lush plant growth within the cave.
The light shines directly onto a Thai-style pavilion, which was moved to the cave in 1890 so that King Rama V could stop off and worship on his way to and from Hua Hin. The cave can be accessed by boat (30 mins) or on foot (1 hour). |
Photo: Peter Walker
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National Park – Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park is located 63 kms south of Hua Hin and boasts rolling, limestone mountain ranges, mangrove swamps and beaches.
Wildlife that can be spotted in this area include crab-eating macaque, dusky langur, barking deer, monitor lizards and otters.
Birds migrating from East Asia and Australia are also frequent visitors from November to February. |
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Golf – There are 6 high-standard golf courses within a 30 minute radius of the main town on Hua Hin. Royal Hua Hin Golf Club is the oldest in the Kingdom. Prices are similar to those of the best courses in Australia and playing with a caddy, although compulsory, is an absolute joy.
www.huahingolf.com |
Royal Majestic Golf Course |
| Local market – a trip into town at night is a wonderful experience. Hua Hin, although on the tourist map, is more of a Thai holiday destination. Local cuisine can be bought very cheaply here and is a seafood-lover’s delight. |
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| Spa – Hua Hin is home to the world-class Chiva-Som International Health Resort, however if you are only looking for a single treatment, rather than a stay, there are plenty of other wonderful options. |
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