Maya Bay is Thailand's most famous beach, made iconic by the 2000 film 'The Beach' starring Leonardo DiCaprio. The bay features crystal-clear turquoise waters, powdery white sand, and dramatic limestone cliffs rising up to 100 meters. After a 4-year closure for ecological recovery, it reopened with strict coral preservation rules limiting visitors and prohibiting swimming beyond knee-depth.
Adults 400 THB, children 200 THB. Max 1 hour on beach, 300 visitors at a time
Early morning (7-9 AM) for fewer crowds and best lighting. November to April for calm seas. Avoid monsoon season (May-October).
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Swimming is currently prohibited due to the coral preservation program. Only wading in knee-deep water is allowed.
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