Anantara hotels in Taling Ngam

Located on the south-western cape of Samui, Taling Ngam overlooks the beautiful islands of Anthong National Park. This spectacular bay and beach welcomes tourists who need a few days to escape, as very little exists at the beach, except for some stunning resorts and cheaper backpacker options. The area remains largely untouched, even though modern development is starting to encroach upon the hills of Taling Ngam.

Taling Ngam definitely caters for a relaxing holiday, although plenty of other nearby sites add extra charm.

Of course, the beach at Taling Ngam is simply spectacular. Tourists can enjoy swimming in the crystal blue water, or laze under the sun absorbing the rays. If visitors want to see something magical, they should stay on the beach until sundown, when a great light show illuminates the sky each evening.

There are several attractions waiting just outside the area. Kids and adults will adore Paradise Park Farm, which is home to a large range of barnyard and wild animals. Monkeys, hedgehogs, ponies and deer are among the most common animals here. Heaven’s Garden, a large statue garden in the nearby hinterland area, is also located close to the farm.

Most of the restaurants and bars in Taling Ngam are located within the resorts and guests from outside are welcome. The bars and lounges generally have great views of beach and surrounding gulf, so visitors are certainly paying for the atmosphere too. Western cuisine and traditional Thai menus are common in Taling Ngam’s resort restaurants. However, there is a very famous local seafood restaurant, known as Five Island Seafood, that shouldn’t be missed.

There is not much to buy when staying in Taling Ngam. The nearest shopping destination is Nathon, which sits about 20 minutes north of the bay. Here, visitors are greeted by retail shops and souvenir stands.