Krabi at a glance
Krabi town sits between Phang Nga and Trang on Thailand's Andaman coast, and the province around it is built almost entirely around natural scenery — sheer limestone cliffs, mangrove forests, waterfalls, caves and more than a hundred islands strung along a 150 km coastline. It is the destination we recommend when a client wants a genuinely different landscape from the resort beaches of Phuket or Pattaya.
Most itineraries base guests in Ao Nang, Railay, or on Phi Phi Island or Koh Lanta, with hotel options running from budget to luxury. Nightlife is limited compared with Phuket or Pattaya, and Ao Nang's street-side shops and restaurants — serving Indian, Thai, European and other Asian cuisine — make it an easy base for families and older travellers as well as adventure groups.
Krabi is built for activity: island-hopping, snorkelling, rock climbing, sea kayaking, jungle trekking and scuba diving are all sold as half- or full-day excursions, which makes it straightforward to fill a 3-4 night stay without repeating an itinerary.
Top experiences
Railay Beach & caves
Boat-access-only beaches backed by dramatic cliff faces, popular with climbers.
4 Island Tour
A full-day boat trip covering Krabi's best-known island stops.
Phi Phi Islands day trip
Speedboat excursion to the Maya Bay area and surrounding islands.
Emerald Pool & Thung Teao Forest
A cooler, jungle-set alternative to a beach day.
Wat Tham Sua (Tiger Cave Temple)
Hilltop temple with a steep climb and panoramic views.
Rock climbing at Railay
Guided climbing on limestone cliffs for adventure-focused groups.
Also available: Khao Khanab Nam's twin limestone landmarks, Klong Thom hot springs, an elephant sanctuary visit, and hikes up Khao Ngon Nak viewpoint for guests who want one more scenic option.
Practical information
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Best time to visit | November to February; hot March-May, monsoon May-October |
| Getting there | Krabi Airport, approx. 1h10 flight from Bangkok |
| From Phuket | Approx. 2h30 by road |
| Island ferries | Regular services to Phi Phi Island, Koh Lanta and other islands |
| Currency | Thai Baht (THB) |
Our packages featuring Krabi
Krabi also extends into longer Phuket-Krabi-Bangkok or Phuket-Krabi-Koh Samui routings for clients travelling 7 nights or more.
