Located on the North of the island opposite Koh Phangan, Bophut is quickly acquiring a reputation as the coolest, most sophisticated place on the island, and is a firm favorite with long term residents and up market holiday makers.

Bophut Beach with its golden sand, sweeps down several kilometers between Big Buddha and Maenam. There is no Coral Reef here, and the Beach is swimable all year round with water levels remaining high in the low tide seasons and Bophut Bay offering shelter from the weather to an array of Yachts and Motor Boats On the West of the Beach an array of boutique luxury five star hoels run down to the beach, and water sports such as Jet Skiing, Sailing and Kayaking are on offer.

At the heart of Bophut Beach is the sleepy Fisherman's Village, which is fast gaining on International reputation for being the most elegant and well-preserved place on the Island. Lined by old wooden Chinese shop-houses, interspaced with a few modern Buildings that match the tone, it retains a distinctly Mediterranean feel,adn a romantic charm that makes it an ideal location for a romantic Honeymoon or relaxed family orientated holiday.