Surfing Thailand: The Best Local Surf Info
Updated for 2026
Local surf knowledge from Thailand, based in Phuket since 2000.
Whether you are checking the surf season, planning where to surf in Thailand, looking for helpful surfing tips, or arranging surf lessons and board rental in Phuket, this is a good place to start.
You will also find Phuket maps, bodyboarding tips, surfboard repair advice, Thailand travel information, photo galleries and guides to choosing surfing equipment.
Surfing Thailand
Surfing in Thailand is seasonal, with warm water and a relaxed atmosphere. The waves are generally smaller than those found at many well-known surf destinations, making Thailand especially enjoyable for people learning to surf, longboarders and anyone who enjoys friendly beach-break waves.
Start here for an introduction to surfing in Thailand, including when the surf season runs, where you can find waves and what to consider when planning your trip.
Thailand Surf Season, Weather & Tides
Surf conditions in Thailand depend on the season, wind, swell and tides. The west coast receives most of its waves during the southwest monsoon, with the surf season normally running from May to October.
Our surf reports focus on Phuket and Thailand and can help you check the conditions before deciding when and where to surf.
Travel, Maps & Photos
Along with our surfing information, the site includes Thailand travel advice, Phuket information, maps, hotel pages and photo galleries.
Learn to Surf & Helpful Tips
Learning to surf takes time and practice. Becoming comfortable with paddling, standing up, reading small waves and choosing a suitable board will give you a good foundation and help you enjoy your time in the water.
These surfing tips are helpful for anyone getting started, whether you are learning in Thailand or surfing small waves elsewhere.
Popular Surf Information & Tips
Some of our most popular pages cover learning to surf, bodyboarding, choosing suitable equipment, finding waves around Phuket, repairing surfboards and painting your own board.
Surfing in Phuket
Phuket is our home and the main surfing area for most people visiting southern Thailand. The waves are seasonal, the water is warm and the west coast beaches can be very enjoyable when the swell arrives.
Find beach-by-beach surf information for Kata, Karon, Kamala, Surin, Bang Tao and several other surf spots around the island.
Phuket Surf Lessons & Board Rental
If you are visiting Phuket and would like to get into the water, we offer surf lessons and surfboard rental from our shop near Bang Tao Beach during the surf season.
Lessons are available for people learning to surf or wanting some extra guidance. Board rental is available for surfers who are already comfortable catching waves and handling a surfboard independently.
Surf Shop & Gear
Our Phuket surf shop stocks surf wax, leashes, board bags, fins, rash shirts, softboards and other useful equipment for surfing and spending time at the beach.
We choose practical, reliable equipment for the local conditions and can help you find the right gear for your needs.
Enjoy Surfing in Thailand
Thailand has warm water, seasonal waves and a relaxed surfing atmosphere. It is a welcoming place to learn, enjoy a longboard or bodyboard, and spend time in the ocean with friends and family.
