In and around Krabi there are many things to explore. Krabi province offers more than just a beach holiday. For those who want to spend an active vacation there are many things to do.
Long tail Boat Trips
Take one of the long tail boats to Koh Poda and Chicken Island (Koh Kai) or book a Four Island trip with any of the tour agents in Krabi. Enjoy the crystal clear water of the Andaman Sea.
For those of you who rather prefer to go by speed boat, we recommend to contact
J. Speed Boat Tours is a reliable Speedboat company and belongs to J. Guesthouse. J.Speed Boat Tours offer 3 different kinds of boats, from 15 seaters to 25 seaters. The full day trips take you for example to Koh Phi Phi, Bamboo Island or James Bond Island. Individual chartering is possible.
302 Moo 2, Ao Nang, Krabi 81000 Tel.: 075-695128 or 081-8459496 - Fax.: 075-695130
Licensed Travel Agent. Organizes excursions in the vicinity of Krabi. Flight booking service and booking for train and bus tickets all over Thailand.TAT License : 33/3299. Friendly employees with good English. Green Planet also runs the regular speedboat service to Koh Yao Noi and Koh Yao Koh Yao Yai and to Phuket. Also offers individual speedboat tours.
31/2 Moo 2, Ao Nang, Krabi 81000 Tel.: 075-637488 or 080-5261001 - Fax.: 075-637603
Koh Poda has a lovely white sandy beach with crystal clear water. The waters around Koh Poda are suitable for swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing.
It is worth a day trip from the mainland. Longboats anchoring along the beach offer snacks and Thai dishes. The island is privately owned and a bungalow site belonging to Krabi Resort offers bungalows for those who want to explore the Robinson Crusoe feeling on the island.
Koh Poda is situated south of Ao Nang, 8 km offshore.
Koh Kai is an amazing natural lime stone island resembling the body of a chicken crouching in the water.
One end of the island consists of steep cliffs while the other end has beautiful beaches along a peninsula. At low tide you can walk across the sandbank to the very tiny island of Thalay Waek. The warm and clear water is ideal for swimming. There is no accommodation on the island. A little food stall and toilets are the only amenities on the island.
Elephant Riding
One of the most popular things to do, when in Thailand is elephant riding. You can experience unspoilt nature from 'great heights' on top of an elephant's back.
Nosey Parkers does not only offer elephant riding but a half day nature experience. Customers will be picked up at their accommodation. The tour starts with a one hour elephant ride, afterwards a guide takes you through the rainforest to a crystal clear pond where you can take a dip. An alternate tour also includes kayaking and lunch. Prices start at 800 Baht per person. Bookings via your hotel or just give them a call.
The best place to kayak is Ao Tha Len. Sea Kayak Krabi offers pick-up service and you can enjoy either a or half day trip to Koh Hong and other islands around Ao Tha Len.
Sea Kayak Krabi offers half and full day kayak trips with professional guides to various destinations. Full day tours includes lunch. The staff at Sea Kayak Krabi are very friendly and have good English. Sea Kayak Krabi is very good value for money. Pick-up Service.
Koh Hong lies opposite Klong Muang. The island is uninhabited and part of the National Park.
Hong means room, and indeed, the island has a room, a spectacular lagoon - high cliffs enclosing an emerald pool, which is ideal for snorkeling. At the main beach of the island a ranger will ask you to pay 200 Baht entrance fee (children 100 Baht). If you do not want to pay this amount, ask the captain to go to one of the other 2 beaches on the outside of the island where swimming and sunbathing is free.
Cycling
Why not go for a bike ride in and around Krabi. Eco Cycle offers guided bicycle tours around Krabi province. It is worth pedaling the roads and admire the karst formations.
Alternately take a scooter and explore the beauty of Krabi province.
Krabi Eco Cycle offers half day, full day and tailor-made cycling tours around the area of Aonang. The groups are a maximum of 10 cyclers. The best way to get in touch with them is through your hotel desk or via Internet or telephone, as their office is not located close to al Aman Moque in Klong Haeng. TAT. License : 33/3257
41/2 Moo 5, Ao Nang, Krabi 81000 Tel.: 075-637250 or 081-6074162 - Fax.: 075-661267
Wandee Travel and Motorbike (วันดีแทรเวลด์ แอนด์ ทัวร์) (Krabi)
Wandee Motorbike for Rent and Travel Shop has well maintained scooters for rent, automatic and semi-automatic. Wandee Travel Shop organizes tours, car rentals, taxis and your onward journey to any destination.
Uttarakit Road, Paknam Krabi 81000
Climbing
Ton Sai, close to Ao Nang is South Thailand's climber's paradise. You can book your tour with Ao Nang Climbers, they offer tours for all levels of experience.
Aonang Climbers located in Ao Nang is the only climbing school located in Ao Nang with 10 years experience of climbing & instructing. TAT. License : 33/2661
307 Moo 2 Ao Nang Krabi 81000 Tel.: 085-8872473 or 086-6899461
Fishing
If you are an angler and looking for either big game fishing or fresh water fishing, Krabi province has both.
Gillham's Fishing Resort, owned by world- renowned Angler Stuart Gillham and his son Sean is the place to go for anglers. The fishers will find, amongst others, big head carps, Chayo Praya Catfish and Freshwater Stingrays. At Gillham's you can fish either a full day or half the day. The angler is supplied with two fishing rods and a reasonable amount of free bait per day -no outside baits are allowed unless they are of a recognized brand name. Fishing times for day ticket anglers are 8am through to 7pm. Many of the fish have been grown on from fry at Gillham's fish farm; others have taken years of searching and collecting from all over Thailand. Pick-up service provided.
Ao Tha Len, Krabi Tel.: 086-1644554
Golf
In the vicinity of Krabi you find an 18 hole golf course, a 9 hole golf course and a driving range. The Pakasai Golf and Country Club with its 18 holes is about 25 kilometers from Ao Nang. Sofitel Pokeethra Krabi Resort in Klong Muang has a well maintained 9 hole course and the driving range is about 10 kilometers from Krabi towards Phuket.
Golf Addicts will show you around the courses and help you with any questions.
Pakasai Country Club is an 18 holes golf course in Nua Khlong, about 25 kms south of Krabi Town. The rates start as of 3400 Baht per person, including transfer. Swimming Pool, Clubhouse and Pro Shop are available.
The Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort is located at the end of Klong Muang or rather the beginning of Koh Kwang. The Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort offers you all the amenities you would expect of a 5 Star Luxury Resort. The Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort is separated from the beach by the main road leading to Tub Kaek. The restaurants in the Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort offer excellent European food at reasonable prices considering the ambiance.
Tree Top Adventures is a must for all of you who love heights. In this high wire garden in Ao Luk, you will be 'flying' from one tree top to the next in Krabi's rainforest jungle. Treetop Adventure Zipline opened its gates in 2011 to international standards. You can either book half day trips or full day trips that are combined with either kayaking, visiting traditional fisherman villages or visiting Bo Thor Cave. Pick Up Service is included in the price in and around Krabi and Ao Nang. For further information visit their website. Also ATV and Go Cart Racing are offered in the vicinity of Krabi.
A relatively new project situated in the village of Sai Tai, 15 minutes from Ao Nang. There are 270cc single seaters for 800 Baht per hour, double for 1000 Baht per hour (capable of 70 KPH) and specials for 1200 Baht per hour capable of 100 KPH. The track is built around a limestone cast. Instruction and insurance are included.
Tree Top Adventure Park (ทรี ท็อป แอดเวนเจอร์ พาร์ค) (AoLuk)
Ao Luk, Krabi Tel.: 084-4623443 or 081-6074413
Walking Street in Krabi Town Friday to Sunday from around 17.00 to 22.00 the Krabi Walking Street takes place just behind Maharaj Soi 1. This little market is popular amongst Thais and foreigners.
The vendors sell clothes and souvenirs, but the main focus remains on food. Try fresh oysters at 35 Baht a piece or have a cocktail in a bamboo stick and enjoy the live bands and dance performances.
The Walking Street Krabi takes place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from 18.00 hours around the day market area and in Soi 8. A stage is set up for bands to entertain visitors, in front of Orange Tree Guesthouse.
Krabi
Learn about Life on a Muslim Island
Koh Klang is a Muslim fisherman island just opposite on the Krabi Town. Take a boat from the small pier and enjoy local hospitality. You can go fishing with the locals, at low tide go and dig for clams with the Muslim ladies or learn all about Batiks. Rice is also planted on the island. Please make sure you dress properly, no tank tops, longish trousers or shorts. Alcohol, dogs and pork are not allowed on the island, yet the alcohool can be consumed at Islanda Bar, the only resort on the island. Transport on the island either by bike or tuk tuk.
Koh Klang is a Muslim fishermen island on the other side of Krabi River and can only be reached by boat. The island can be reached in about 5 mins. and is worth a visit during the day, unless you want to stay in the resort on the island. The best time to cross is early mornings or before sunset. You can rent a bicycle or take a tuk tuk on Koh Klang. Rice is plated on the island, you can watch the fishermen make shallow bamboo stake traps, you can go clam digging and learn about batiks and longtail boat building. Please do not consume alcohol in public. The Islanda has a bar, you can have a sip of your favourite drink there. And plese do respect Muslim dress code. No tank tops and knee long shorts or skirts.
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