This small town, which has only one stoplight, is a great place to get away from it all. Though the town is off the beaten path, it’s still easy to get to and most of the other tourists you’ll meet are Thais. Khanom is a wonderful addition to any tour through southern Thailand. Though the beaches may seem like every other beach in Thailand, there’s one very distinct difference. Along with very few other places in the world, in Khanom you can see pink dolphins.
There are many tours that take you out to spot these elusive creatures, but it’s best to go early in the morning. The dolphins are tinged pink due to the capillaries that are close to the surface of their skin and help to regulate their body temperature. Depending on their mood and temperature, they may appear more or less pink. Khanom is also a great place to explore nature, visit the local caves, dive into waterfall fed pools or just enjoy the beach. Though there is very little nightlife in Khanom, you can still find a Full Moon Party. Unlike other beachside Full Moon parties, this is family friendly and celebrates with cocktails and seafood. The Wednesday morning market is also well known for its local produce, fish and other handmade goods.
