Location: Krabi is a province located in Southern Thailand, Andaman Coast. It is located near the Railay Beach and Ao Nang. Though not a tourist, destination it is an essential spot that connects to nearby tourist attractions such as Railay Beach, Phi Phi and Phuket. Ferry travel connects Krabi to the Islands.
Ferry travel: When one wants to travel to and from Krabi, ferrying services are available. Ferry travel connects you to other islands such as Phi Phi and Phuket. There are big passenger ferries that hold up to 400 passengers. They are well maintained with life jackets and full safety precautions. It is surely an incredible experience.
Rock climbing: Krabi is popular for rock climbing, it is considered one of the best places in the world for rock climbing. It has thousands of caves, overhangs, and limestone cliff faces. Rock climbing is well established in Krabi. Beginner courses for rock climbing are offered in rock climbing schools in Railay and Ton Sai, and more in Phi Phi.
Railay Beach: This is the region’s extraordinary coastal area. It is within a crescent shaped coastline that cuts off the mainland by massive rock outcrops. It is only reachable by boat; day trips are also available to Phra Nang. There is an ancient shrine, a good view of dripstones and it is also a home to monkeys.
Scuba diving: Krabi lies in the west next to the Andaman Sea, where you find the best diving in the whole of Thailand. Phuket is also located in the west and offers good diving sites too. For beginners, courses are offered, you can do either open water courses or a taster day called ‘discover scuba diving.’
Krabi Nightlife: There are many restaurants, spas, bars and guesthouses which offer a beautiful scenery of the place. In Ao Nang and some parts of Krabi town, there is night-time entertainment. There are also bars and restaurants which remain open even past midnight. Most visitors come to Krabi for relaxation and to view the attractive scenery during the night or evenings.
Biking: If you want to get a good view of the island, biking is a good way. You only have to hire a bike in the resort area. When cycling in the area around Ao Nang one is able to observe the limestone rock outcrops and small villages in the area.
Exploring the archipelago: This the most convenient way to get a glimpse of the amazing attractions around Krabi. Day trips get organized, and tour guides are available for your tour around the archipelago. A ferry to Phi Phi from Phuket, courtesy of “Andaman Ferry Service” is one of the things you cannot afford to miss during your tour. On the ferry there are seating options, on the deck or down inside furnished with comfortable seats.
Than Bok Khoranie National Park: Are you ready for a worthwhile camping experience? In Than Bok Khoranie National Park all you need is to have a tent. Although secluded, the park is a good place to stop from a day trip from Phuket.
Shell Fossil Cemetery: The site of Ban Laem Pho Chape there was a swamp home to millions of small snails. Over the years, the remains of these creatures turned into a composite made of fossils. It has become one of Krabi’s renown attractions.
