Krabi

Travel to Krabi

Krabi is famous for its scenic view and breathtaking Beaches and Islands. Its coral reef vistas are also one of the world’s most beautiful, which makes the City a great spot for coral diving.

With attractions including hot springs, a wildlife sanctuary, sea caves, flourishing coral reefs and exotic marine life, limestone cliffs that draw rock climbing enthusiasts from around the world, and national parks that include the island paradises of Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta, one could easily spend weeks in Krabi and leave yearning for more.

If that wasn’t enough, Krabi features some of the most photogenic sunsets in Thailand, often accompanied by spectacular displays of cloud to cloud lightning, that are best enjoyed from a beachside bar or Restaurant.

“Town” to most visitors is Ao Nang, a seaside sTrip of guesthouses, hotels, bars, restaurants, and Souvenir shops that continues to grow as tourist arrivals increase, now spreading north into Noppharat Thara, whose quiet, shady beach is part of the National Park that includes the Phi Phi Islands. Ao Nang is the major launching point for Boat trips to nearby islands and the isolated beaches of Phra Nang Cape, where the famous former hippie enclave of Railey Beach is located.

How to reach Krabi from Bangkok?

Bus: Direct buses to Krabi operate daily from the Southern Bus Terminal of Bangkok and take up to 10 hours to reach Krabi. There are also daily buses plying between Phuket and Krabi and take up to 3-4 hours to reach. Options include air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned, deluxe and luxury coaches.

Train: You can travel by train to Krabi by first taking overnight sleeper train from Bangkok to Surat Thani, which is a 3 hour bus journey away from Krabi, thereby avoiding a tiring 13 hour journey by bus from Bangkok to Krabi. Connecting bus services travel direct from Surat Thani to Krabi Town

Flight: Several carriers operate flights between Bangkok and Krabi. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways International, Thai Smile, Thai Lion Air, Thai AirAsia, VietJet Air.

Best places to stay in Krabi

The best areas to stay in Krabi for first-timers are 

• Ao Nang Beach, 
• Railay Beach, 
• Krabi town, 
• Phi Phi Islands, 
• Klong Muang, 
• Ko Jum, 
• Ao Nam Mao Beach. 

These are the most popular and beautiful neighborhoods for tourists that offer a wide range of attractions and amenities

Night life in Krabi

Krabi is mainly known for its heart thumping nightlife with multitudes of clubs, bar hopping, shopping, dancing, and fine dining destinations. Tourists love to come to Krabi to indulge in shopping tours at its night markets that not only sells goods but also offers an amazing entertainment experience

• Spend the Night at Ao Nang Centre Point. Send Enquiry. 

• Drink the Night Away at Soi RCA. Send Enquiry. 

• Shop at the Walking Street Market. 

• Dine in a Cave Under a Limestone Cliff. 

• Witness a Cultural Show at Paka Park. ...

• Watch Ladyboys Dance at the Blue Dragon Cabaret. 

• Camping in Phi Phi Island. 

• Have a Drink at Boogie Bar

Shopping in Krabi

Krabi also provides you with great Shopping venues such as Maharaj Walking Street (Friday-Sunday market from 5.00 – 10.00 pm) and Chao Fah Pier night market (daily market from 5.00 pm – 12.30 am). 

Best months to visit Krabi

The best time to visit Krabi is between November and March, which is also the peak tourist season. June to October Krabi experiences heavy rainfall and is therefore not frequented by too many tourists