Krabi's Railay Beach, Phi Phi-style limestone karsts, Hong Islands, Emerald Pool and rock climbing offer dramatic scenery. It is more relaxed than Phuket. November to April is the dry season.
Good to know
- Longtail boats shuttle between Ao Nang and Railay; fix a price first.
- Island tours get crowded; choose small-group or early departures.
- Monsoon seas can cancel boats from May to October.
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Snorkel and swim at Koh Poda, Tup Island and the sandbar at Chicken Island.
Market tour and hands-on cooking of curries and soups.
Sit by the sea with cocktails and a seafood grill.
Traditional massage to ease tired legs after boat tours.
Limestone-framed beaches reached only by boat, with a cave shrine.
World-famous limestone routes for beginners and pros.
Street stalls selling pad thai, roti, mango sticky rice and fresh juice.
Local history and archaeology of the province.
Paddle into the lagoon at Koh Hong and swim in turquoise water.
Natural pools in the jungle with a hot stream and forest walk.
Climb 1,237 steps to a hilltop Buddha with a panorama of Krabi.
Long, quiet beaches, Old Town fishing stilt houses and lazy cafes on a relaxed island day trip from Krabi.