Pranburi

Pranburi is located approximately 270 km south of Bangkok ad 20 km south of Hua Hin. Pranburi area has sunny white sandy beaches, a gorgeous view of the Gulf of Thailand, stunning characteristic local villages and some very beautiful eco-attractions.

Pranburi is a growing town for tourist as well as expats. You will find exclusive hotels and resorts as well as affordable accommodations. If you want to pamper yourself during a holiday this is the place to be. The coastline is enhanced by the wonderful beaches. On the way to Cranbury from Hua Hin, you can discover some serene bays where you can go swimming freely. Cranbury offers you a sensational seafood dinner where you still can have fun with friends, families, or your beloved person in full romantic view and backdrop. Dining is a must-experience in Thailand as you will be spoiled by choices either authentic Thai or international. Since Pranburi is popular for its local fishing community, it will be much more favorable to get dinner on the seaside restaurants with the seafood as the main menus.

South of Pranburi is Khao Sam Roi Yot (‘three hundred peaks’) National Park with its rugged limestone hills, part of the Tenasserim Mountains, which line the coast. These are full of ravines and caverns, some of which can be reached by the park's network of roads and trails.

Whether you’re looking for a completely isolated and quiet spot or a place that offers water sports, you’re likely to find a piece of beach heaven in Pranburi. On the main beach there are some vendors too who ensure that you won’t go hungry or thirsty, while most resorts have direct beach access with activity programs and facilities for guests. Pranburi’s beaches are never really crowded – even on weekends when there’s a big influx of visitors from Bangkok

Pranburi’s beautiful and serene beaches are not only perfect for soaking in the sun and enjoying the scenery, but there are also lots to do when you get bored – if not at the beach, certainly close by. Popular water sports and activities include canoeing, kayaking, snorkeling, speed boats trips, jet skis, banana boats, beach volleyball and football.

A good night out in Pranburi would typically consist of a seafood dinner with friends, family or your romantic other half.

Shopping in Pranburi

Renowned for their fine craftsmanship, wherever you find Thai people you’re bound to also find the evidence of their skillful talents. Even though Pranburi is not known as a shopping destination and the shops in town cater mostly for the needs of locals, you’ll be surprised by what you can find with a bit of exploration. The best place to head to for shopping would be Hua Hin’s night market, a true showcase of the region’s arts and crafts.

Thailand is a tropical country with its typical high temperature all year round. 25-30°C in the cold season, 35-40+°C in the hot season and 30-35°C during the rainy season. Humidity is always high, even though it's easier to bear during the cold season during which the sun shines. The rainy season is characterized by scattered heavy showers now and then every day, cloudy weather almost full time. However Pranburi is a great place to stay even in the rainy season as it will hardly rain all day and the temperature is still good.