Coming from Ban Saladan, Koh Lanta, Klong Dao is about 2km south – its actually walking distance from the town, via Kaw Kwang beach, or by just walking down the main road, then turning right to the beach.
The beach itself is about 3km long, white and sandy. Its definitely the most developed bay on Koh Lanta and gets busy in high season. There’s a good selection of resorts and bungalows here on this Koh Lanta beach. The headlands at either end of the beach protect the bay, and Koh Lanta locals from the nearby village use the southern end to moor their longtail fishing boats.
Klong Dao beach is actually one of only a few beaches on Koh Lanta that is almost completely rock free. This, combined with the clear, shallow water make it the best swimming beach on Koh Lanta - ideal for families with young children. In fact you’ll see plenty of these (mostly from Sweden) on this beach in high season.
Accommodation on the beach here is in the mid-high range, so the budget-conscious ned to look elsewhere on Koh Lanta. Klong Dao road, however, has plenty of budget options along with a wide selection of shops and amenities. The road area is only a few minutes walk from the beach.