Coconut or gold! Drama over 150-baht coconuts at Patong Beach versus farm prices of less than 10 baht
Coconut or gold! Drama over 150-baht coconuts at Patong Beach versus farm prices of less than 10 baht — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
A viral TikTok video posted on April 22 has ignited debate over the cost of coconuts at Patong Beach, Phuket, after user “rk.k1ng” shared an 18-second clip showing a coconut priced at 150 baht. The user contrasted this with a 25-baht coconut in his hometown, sparking immediate online discussion about pricing in the popular tourist area.
Online Reaction and Price Disparity
The video quickly drew widespread attention, with commenters split between those criticizing the high price and others arguing that such costs are typical in global tourist destinations. Several users questioned the rationale for paying so much, while others pointed to higher operational costs in Phuket’s tourist hotspots.
Some commenters called for authorities to investigate pricing practices at Patong Beach. Agricultural voices added that farm-gate coconut prices are less than 10 baht, highlighting the sharp markup at tourist-facing stalls.
Local business operators explained that higher prices reflect elevated costs for renting beachside locations, daily operations, and catering to international tourists. As of now, there are no reports of official investigations into the pricing controversy.
Source: https://www.dailynews.co.th/news/5803461/
