Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Come here for its size, not in spite of it. It's a small bay on the west coast of Koh Lanta Yai, surrounded by forested hills that slope down to the sandy beach. This sheltered location makes the water calmer than at the long, open beaches further north. Ideal for swimming and snorkeling, less suitable for those seeking beach bars and sun loungers. While there are some facilities nearby, the place is generally quiet and peaceful.

Leave early. There's no gate and no closing time, so you can enjoy the first light of day. The first day-trippers arrive around mid-morning. From November to April, the Andaman Sea is at its most beautiful, and the water is crystal clear. During the rainy season, you'll often have the place almost entirely to yourself, although the sea can get rough.

I would consider it more of a half-day stopover than a fixed starting point. Bring water and food if you plan to stay there.