Railay: Located on the Southern tip of the Ao Nang Bay, it can only be reached by boat. The destination is split into two distinct areas, Railay West and Railay East. Longtail-boats from Ao Nang arrive at Railay West (which is a protected cove) very known for its turquoise blue waters and powdery white sandy beach.

Most of the upmarket hotels are located on the West shore. Railay East is facing the open sea and is more of a mangrove forest with limited access to the sea. It offers, beside more budget accommodation, more nightlife, entertainment and restaurants. Railays main attraction, aside of the beach is cliff climbing.

Noppharathara: 6 km north of Ao Nang has a 3 km long beach paved with tiny seashells and lined with coconut groves and casuarinas. It is in principle part of the Nopparat Thara National Park and therefore the hotel developments are restrained.

Accommodations are available along the beach and there is a year around ferry boat service to Phi Phi Island. While close to Ao Nang beach, Noppharathara is still a bit more on the quite side and less commercialized.

Koh Lanta: Located 2 hours south of Krabi Town has developed into a major tourist destination, offering accommodations from simple bungalows to 5 star resorts. Restaurants, bars, shops and other facilities are readily available. Banks, travel agencies and tour companies can be found at Sala Dan, the major town, which is the drop-of point of the ferries from Lanta Noi and Krabi.

The main beaches are located on the West coast of the Island of Lanta Yai. Phra Ae beach and Long beach in the Northwest and Khlong Kong and Khlong Ning going South from there. It is worthwhile to explore the different areas of the island, even if the main attractions are its beaches and romantic sunsets.

Above all, the shallow sandy beaches extending into the sea make Koh Lanta very safe destination and perfect for family vacations.

Koh Phi Phi: Amongst the most beautiful islands in the world, consist of two main islands: Koh Phi Phi Don and Koh Phi Phi Le. They are located 40 km from Krabi as well as Phuket and can be reached from both by a 2 hour boat trip.

Koh Phi Phi Don is the place where all the tropical resorts are located as well as the pier, restaurants shops, banks and diving schools. In recent years a vibrant nightlife scene has established itself at Ton Sai and Lo Da Lam beach while the beaches on the east coast offer a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. There are no roads on the island so the only mode of transportation is by boat or by foot.

The colorful underwater world invites for diving and snorkeling and one thing not to be missed is a day tour to the “Viking Cave” at the neighboring island of Koh Phi Phi Le, who’s Maya Beach became famous by the movie “The Beach” which was shot there.

Krabi Town: Is located 15 km from Krabi Airport and the transit point to the beaches and islands of the region. The closest beach is about a 30 minute drive from the Airport. The city has developed from a sleepy town to a much livelier one in recent years, with more hotels and nightspots popping up, and offering a variety of restaurants, clubs and dive shops.

From the town’s Chao Fah pier regular passanger boats and speedboats connect to Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta and Koh Jum and longtail-boats are available to bring travelers to nearby beaches or to explore smaller islands in the area.

It is also a good base to discover the temples, caves, waterfalls amongst other attractions in the area and shops and markets invite for bargain hunting.

Koh Jum: Located just 25 km from Krabi Town, the island is still an unspoiled hide-away for travelers which prefer a quiet and relaxed vacation just enjoying the beach and the magnificent sunsets over the Andaman Sea.

Accommodation consists mostly of wooden bungalows, for the “Robinson” feeling, but there are also resorts offering all modern facilities. Activities include fishing, mountain biking, canoeing and snorkeling trips to other islands to name some.

To get there take the ferry from Krabi to Koh Lanta which will make a stop at Koh Jum or take a boat taxi from the mainland.

Khlong Muang: The white sandy beach is just a 20 minute ride away from Ao Nang and offers serenity and peace. Travelers can watch beautiful sunsets while enjoying freshly caught seafood in the restaurants along the beach.

The vicinity is not yet too commercial and for those who are looking for action you can take a short trip to the laid back nightlife and shopping area of Ao Nang. Day trips, Kayaking, diving and snorkeling trips as well as other activities can be organized by your hotel tour counter or any of the agencies in the vicinity of the hotel.

Tubkaak: Located 30km from Krabi Town, is a pristine and tranquil beach with scenic views to the Hong Islands and the Kao Hang Nak Forest as backdrop. It is now the sanctuary of some 5 star resorts offering all the luxury of a truly amazing beach holiday.

There are no shops or other facilities in the area but it is only a 20 minute drive to the bustling shopping and nightlife area of Ao Nang.

Koh Phi Phi can be reached by boat either from Krabi (Chao Fah Pier) or Phuket. The boat leaves for Koh Phi Phi daily.

Boat tickets are available at the pier or from travel agents in town. Regular boats from Ao Nang to Koh Phi Phi are also available during high season. Day trips are also possible from Aonang and are often combined with snorkeling trips in / around Koh Phi Phi.

Daily Boat Time Table

To visit the island take a regularly scheduled ferry from Ban Hua Hin Pier in Tambon Koh Khlang, Bo Muang Pier in Tambon Sai Kao or Jao Fah Pier in Krabi Town.

Daily Boat Time Table

The region is very famous for either for its lively and lush underwater world, as well as the beach life of either of the destinations. Island hopping is also very attractive to experience different places in only a few hours boat trip. Scuba diving courses and snorkeling tours are available locally.

The area is famous for its limestone formation and rock climbing is very popular for the more adventurous ones. The sceneries as well as the colorful fishing boats and crystalline waters, not to speak of the romantic sunsets available year round make it very attractive to photographers of all origins.