Main lounge, bar and dining area, all exquisitely built with natural materials and thatched roofs, with magnificent view of Phangnga Bay, few steps away private beach. Mingle and hear the travelers’ tales from across the region!
FOOD Regular priced (Fried rice at Baht 50 per serving). We have suggested menus which include Thai and European dishes. Made to order can be provided especially if order in advance. Anything goes, from Phuket Lobster to local crabs, fishes, shells and squids.

- Beach walk, catch crabs, beach fishing, kayaking, hiking, sun bathing...etc.
- Rent a Kayak to simply explore the area or to fish for squids. It’s a sure catch and lots of fun! Ask staff to buy bait from Ao Por.
- Sea Canoe: Spend hours of pleasure exploring the numerous sea-caves in the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay by canoe or gently meander through the mangroves. Sea canoes are available for hire from Ao Por daily. Open to public, each expedition brings 30-40 people out at a time.
- Golfing: Mission Hill Golf Course is just 10 minutes from Ao Po.
- Fishing: The shallow Island reef around Ko Naka are home to abundant varieties of fish such as mangrove jackfish, sea bass, and barracuda and are sure to satisfy the avid angler who desires light tackle game. Ot take the trip to deeper waters where tiger-sharks, martin, dorado, tuna, sailfish, and kin mackerel swim for a greater challenge. Wile the availability of some of these species is subject to migration patterns, a memorable experience fishing these waters can be guaranteed all year round. Long tail, speed boat and yacht are all just minutes away.
- Island hopping: No trip to Phuket will be complete without an expedition out on the crystal clear waters. Visit the legendary Phang Nga Bay with its timeless natural limestone Island karsts. Island hopping in magical Phang Nga Bay is the main activity one plans and happily anticipates on one’s visit.
- Diving / Snorkeling: The water surrounding Phuket are among the clearest, warmest and calmest in the world. Beneath the surface lies a wonderland of colorful coral reefs and marine life perfect for snorkeling. World-class diving instructors are redily available at bargain prices. If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring the undersea world, this is the place to realize your dreams. Swimming: off course!
- Board games: provided in restaurant area.
- Anything you want to do. Party mostly!!
GENERAL INFOMATION:
For Sand, Sun, Beaches and Island lovers in its natural setting. We are Tenta Nakara, a 16 units permanent luxury tent accommodation resort set in tropical jungle on a private white sand beach of Naka Yai Island, Phuket, Thailand.
There is no electricity on the Island. We generate own electricity for use in our restaurant only. Guests will be provided with a lantern when they check in.
@ Our commitment is to give you nature in the most natural way, to preserve the environment with its rustic simplicity, unobtrusive design and attention to comfort without compromising the ecosystem.
Prepare to stay longer than planned because once you are settled you will not want to leave!
LOCATION
Naka Yai Island is just minutes off the North-East Coast of Phuket Island from Ao Por (Por Bay).
To get to Ao Por take route 4027 east from the Heroines’ Monument, then turn right at the sign for Ao Po about 10 kms in and follow along for a few kilometers.
NAKA ISLAND
Naka Yai Island features only one small village on its west side. The island is rapidly changing from a fishing village into a fairly exclusive resort location. The views out across Phang Nga Bay are simply breathtaking. The longest beach on the east side has chairs and umbrellas for rent, plus s small snack counter. It fills up in the afternoons with day trippers.
GETTING THERE
Once in Phuket:
Charter Taxi to Ao Por about 20 Kms. From Phuket International airport and about 30 Kms. From Phuket Town.
To get to Ao Por take route 4027 east from the Heroines’ Monument, then turn right at the sign for Ao Po about 10 kms in and follow along for a few kilometers.
Once at Ao Por:
Charter long tail boat at pier to Naka Island, Tenta Nakara at about Thb 600 per boat, one way. Long Tail Boat will drop you off at beach in front of Tenta Nakara. Check water timetable with for convenient in boarding and disembarking which differ every week. Best to board at high water tide.
Tenta Nakara offer pick up service @Thb 500 per trip (1-10 passengers).
Personal Belongings:
- Toilet accessories. (Towels & soap provided)
- Sun glasses & Sun protection cream. (You’ll need it!)
- Flash light (most important! – Lantern provided)
- Sandal (most convenient)
- Mosquito repellant (comes in handy while enjoying outdoors)
- We have telephone service for both local and long distance calls. (Sorry, no internet)
- Cell phone and note book chargers available at dinner time in restaurant.
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