Rayong / Ban Phe
Also known as: Suan Son, Haad Suan Son, Laem Mae Phim, Laem Son
Pine-fringed beach, long sandy bay
Wind & season
Wind, water and season at this Rayong, eastern Gulf of Thailand, Thailand spot - what to expect and when to come.
SW monsoon May-Oct
SE to SW cross-onshore, thermally boosted
Good in SW season, off-season is NE Nov-Jan
May to Sep (best Aug)
Low, very shallow
Rainy-season squalls, storm gusts
The water
Flat, shallow lagoon-like inshore
Very shallow 1 km out, sandy
28-30 C
None, boardshorts
Skill & group fit
Beginner to advanced
2 (easy)
Learners, freestyle, foil racers
Excellent flatwater for mixed groups
Getting there & schools
Beach launch, shallow walkout
Car 2 h from Bangkok to Ban Phe
Rayong Kiteboarding School; Thai Kiteboarding (IKO)
Beach resorts, arboretum park, seafood
Koh Samet ferry from Ban Phe, beaches
Moderate local scene, friendly
Permits & safety
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Shallow rocks near capes, fishing boats
School support during lessons (Confirm.)
Rayong provincial hospital
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand wind-sport spot report. Coordinates are approximate.