Krabi offers many extraordinary sights. The region is known for its beautiful beaches and islands, natural pools and hot springs, high limestone cliffs and unique temples. You can, for example, take a boat trip to Koh Lao Lading, Hong Island or to the popular Railay Beach make. On the mainland you can visit the Ao Nang Beach relax or enjoy a strenuous but worthwhile hike to the Tiger Cave Temple which offers a breathtaking view of the Krabi mountain landscape at an altitude of 300 meters. In the middle of the jungle, you can relax in the Hot Springs or in emerald green Emerald Pool. There really is something for everyone in Krabi - you shouldn't miss it!
All Highlights
All highlights in Krabi
Emerald Pool & Blue Pool
Hidden deep in the tropical forests in the east of Krabi is the famous Emerald Pool (locally known as Sa Morakot). This impressive natural pool is part of the Khao Phra Bang Khram Wildlife Sanctuary. From Krabi Town, it takes around an hour to reach the dreamlike oasis. From Ao Nang it takes around one and a half hours....
Ao Nang (Beach)
Ao Nang is one of the most popular beach resorts in Thailand! Geographically, it is located in the province of Krabi, east of the Andaman Sea. Once known as a small fishing village, which lived mainly from the local fishing industry, it became increasingly characterized by tourism from the 1970s onwards. When the first resorts were built, Ao Nang developed into a top vacation destination in southern Thailand and is still a popular choice among travelers....
Journey to Krabi
Krabi has a international airport, which is located around 12 kilometers outside of Krabi Town. Several airlines fly daily from Bangkok to Krabi in around one and a half hours. It is then another 30-40 minutes from the airport to the old town or the popular coastal resort of Ao Nang. A cheaper way to travel from Bangkok would be by long-distance bus, which takes around 10-12 hours to reach the southern vacation region. The journey by car also takes around 10-11 hours. If you are already in Phuket, it only takes two and a half hours to get to Krabi. There is no train connection (the nearest train station is in Surat Thani, about 2 hours away). You can also find all connections to Krabi on 12go.asiaª.
Excursions in Krabi
Krabi is one of the most beautiful coastal regions in southern Thailand! The combination of turquoise sea, high limestone cliffs and absolute dream beaches attract millions of visitors every year. Highlights include the vacation resort of Ao Nang, the secluded Railay Beach, the spectacular viewpoint of Khaothong Hill, the mangrove forests near Ao Thalane, the hot springs in Khlong Thom, the green Emerald Pool and the impressive Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple), which was built 300 meters up in the mountains of Krabi. From Ao Nang, you can also take boat tours to the surrounding islands such as Koh Phi Phi, Hong Islands, Lao Lading or Chicken Island. You can find information on all tours at GetYourGuideª, Viatorª or Klookª.
