Krabi, Ao Nang and what to do

The Krabi region of Thailand is probably the most photographed and beautiful and offers everything to the discerning visitor. The magical tropical islands, incredible landscape, nature and diving draw visitors from all over the world. The infrastructure grows daily at a rapid rate with international access from the expanding airport. In the very near future Krabi will benefit from first-class medical facilities, an international school, first rate shopping and championship golf.
Coupled with an affordable cost of living it is easy to see why Krabi is a great place either to visit or to invest.
Krabi has a total area of nearly 5,000 sq km and population of 350,000. Krabi's mountainous land is broken by highlands and plains on the mainland. The province covers more than 130 islands in the Andaman Sea.
Having tropical monsoon weather, Krabi has just two seasons: hot from December to April (perfect to escape the northern winters!) and rainy season from May to November. Temperatures range between 17 and 37 degrees Celsius and the yearly rainfall averages 2,568.5 mm.

Ao Nang
Ao Nang bay has beautiful beaches and nearly 100 small islands. The famous beaches include East Rai Le, West Rai Le, Tham Phra Nang stretching to the foot of a an impressive limestone karst range. A wide range of accommodation, restaurants, bars, spas and other facilities are readily available. From Ao Nang, you can hire boats to visit nearby islands of Poda, Thap and Me, which have white sandy beaches, crystal clear water and colorful fish and coral.

Using the Ao Nang area as your base there are lots of great trips and activities that cater for all:

The 4-island tour from Ao Nang. This can be done through an agent who will also provide lunch and snorkelling gear or independently so you can create your own timetable. Dinner in Ao Nang at one of the many famous seafood restaurants.

Visit the famous forest temple at Tiger Cave and climb the 1237 stairs to the mountain-top shrine - the views are breathtaking. Enjoy the macaque monkeys at the base of the climb and keep an eye out for langurs and many beautiful birds.

Day trip to the Phi Phi Islands.Possibly the most beautiful island in Thailand? Also where the film ‘the Beach’ was filmed. Great snorkelling and diving.

Hot springs and Khao Pra-Bang Khram Nature Reserve. Fantastic forest walks, hot springs, a natural jacuzzi and abundnt wildlife. Sounds good doesn’t it?

Day trip to the Hong Islands, spectacular and beautiful islands near the Krabi coast, with hidden lagoon, white beaches and crystal clear seas. Snorkel, swim and explore.

Kayaking. Explore the beautiful mangrove-lined canyons and caves in a silent boat allowing you the opportunity to see birds, monkeys and lizards up close.


Rent a bike or car and discover the small local villages and markets for yourself.

Diving and snorkelling whether you ar an expert or a novice, crystal clear water abundant with marine life awaits you.

Rock climbing is a world renowned hotspot for climbing and climbs cater for the novice to the experienced.

There are many more activities to enjoy including: elephant riding, bamboo rafting and snake shows to name but a few.

Picnic in the cool shade of Had Nopparat Thara National Park. At low tide you can take a walk out to the islands close to the shore. Particularly on a Sunday or holiday you will get a feel of how Thais enjoy themselves and spend their free time

A traditional Thai massage or visit one of the many spas and feel all tension melt away.