Getting there
When booking from Ban Phe, ask for a service to ‘Wong Duean’ or ‘Wong Duen’. A boat arriving at Na Dan Pier requires an onward journey across the island. Know both your landing point and your accommodation’s location.
Ao Wong Duean
อ่าววงเดือน · Ko Samet
Relax beside the crescent-shaped bay of Ao Wong Duean on Ko Samet, where white sand curves around the sea. It suits couples or families who want to step out from their accommodation for a walk and spend time in one place. Take a slow stroll around the bay and enjoy the curved shoreline.
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Before you visit
- Location and access
- Ao Wong Duean is a bay on Ko Samet, reached after taking a boat to the island.
- Nearby facilities and services
- White sand curves around the crescent-shaped bay. Spend a relaxed day walking out from your accommodation and resting with a view of the water.
Time beside the sea
A walk around a crescent-shaped bay
Ao Wong Duean’s white sandy shore curves around the bay like a crescent. Walk with friends or your partner and look out at the coastline and sea. Leave plenty of time here on a day when you want to step out from your hotel and rest by the water.
From Ban Phe to Ao Wong Duean
Take a boat from Ban Phe to Ao Wong Duean, or arrive at Na Dan Pier and continue across the island. When booking, ask ‘Do we arrive at Ao Wong Duean or Na Dan?’ Give your hotel name too. If carrying luggage, ask about the route from the landing point to the hotel in advance.
Swimming, waves and local conditions
Avoid areas used by boats. Even in this curved bay, waves change daily, so follow the day’s flags and local swimming instructions.
Do not swim while red flags are flying. Read the marine forecast before leaving and follow local swimming instructions after arrival. Waves and weather may delay or cancel boat trips, so ask about bad-weather conditions when booking.
Frequently asked questions
Are Ao Wong Duean and Wong Duen the same place?
Yes. The crescent-shaped bay and beach on Ko Samet are called Ao Wong Duean, also written Wong Duen in English. Include Ko Samet when searching for hotels or boats.
What should I ask when booking a boat?
Ask whether you arrive at Ao Wong Duean or Na Dan Pier. From Na Dan, you need to continue across the island. Give your hotel name and ask how to reach it from the landing point.
Can I enter the water when there is a red flag?
No. A red flag means swimming is prohibited. Even if the sea looks calm, stay out of the water and spend your time on the shore.
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