Krabi - Ao Nang

Ao Nang is located approximately 6 kilometers from Hat Noppharat Thara and 20 kilometers from the town of Krabi. A large bay with scenic beaches and 83 small islands, Ao Nang has several famous beaches which include East Rai Le, West Rai Le and Tham Phra Nang (cave) which stretches to the foot of a prominent limestone range. A boat from Ao Nang Village can be hired for sightseeing excursions around Ao Nang, Hat Tham Phra Nang and Hat Nam Mao, all of which are only accessible by foot. Other offshore isles such as Ko Poda, Ko Kai, Ko Mo and Ko Thap, are popular destinations that can be reached by a rented boat from Ao Nang. An abundance of colorful coral reefs and lovely cartoon fishes make these islands ideal for diving and snorkeling.

Ao Nang has recently emerged as a 5-star tourist attraction due to its numerous 4-5 star hotels and boutique resorts complete with facilities such as diving shops and rental boats. Popular activities include sightseeing by canoe along the beachfront and paddling tours by inflatable canoes or kayaks of the coast and its mangrove forests, islands and semi-submerged caves.

Boat travelling times and fares from Ao Nang to various beaches and islands are as follows:
Ao Nang – Rai Le: 50 baht,10 minutes
Ao Nang – Tham Phra Nang: 50 baht, 15 minutes
Ao Nang – Ko Poda: 200 baht (return ticket), 25 minutes
Ao Nang – Ko Kai: 250 baht (return ticket), 25 minutes
Ao Nang – Mu Ko Hong: 1,500 baht for a charter boat, 1 hour

A night trip from Ao Nang to Rai Le costs 80 baht. All boats are available from 7.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.
Tourists may take the local mini-bus (Song Thaeo) from the provincial city of Krabi to Ao Nang. The fare is 50 baht and takes 45 minutes. Alternatively, one can proceed directly to Hat Rai Le by boat service at Chao Fa Pier. The fare costs 70 baht and takes 45 minutes.

Remarks: Boat fares are subject to change without prior notice.