Pansea beach itself has some nice sand banks at times and there have been some classic surf days. The northern headland offers a nice coral reef break, for experienced surfers only. The take-off spot is about 100 metres out, alongside a large rock. The wave seems to build and get faster towards the corner and then closes out on bare reef, so beware! This place breaks best on low to mid tide, so that the take-off rock is exposed. It also needs a swell of between 1 to 1.5 metres.

Pansea is a mouth-wateringly scenic enclave dominated by two deluxe resorts: Amanpuri and the Chedi. Film stars or VIPs like to stay there, as they can get away from the crowds. There are just a few restaurants and shops nearby.