Phukets principal boat anchorage and the islands largest bay. Ao Chalong has a long, flat shallow, muddy bottom. At ebb tide, water recedes as much as one kilometer.

It is very picturesque but useless for swimming. Most visitors to the islands south of Phuket depart from Chalong pier, and the bay restaurants are well known for their seafood.

Charters to various places can be arranged from there, and it is the center of the islands yachting business.

To get there take Jao Fah Tawan Tok Rd. or Jao Fah Tawan Okk Rd. To Chalong Circle , often called the Ha Yaek, or Five Ways , because it is a five-way intersection. The pier and a number of restaurants are located on the short road leading to the beach from the circle.

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