Top 17 Attractions in krabi that places to Visit

Krabi is another important tourist province in the south of Thailand, where most of the area consists of mountains, plains, more than 130 islands, rich in mangrove forests. There are many attractions with mesmerizing beauty such as white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters and beautiful coral reefs. Not only marine attractions, but also on the land, there are many Unseen natural attractions. That's why Thai and foreign tourists choose Krabi as their destination for tourism. In this article, I will introduce you to tourist attractions in Krabi Province. When you come here, you must not miss these places.


Bangkok to Krabi by flight

Bangkok to Krabi
Bangkok to Krabi

Because the distance between Bangkok to Krabi is very far that so traveling by plane is the quickest option. There are a number of domestic airlines operating flights from Bangkok to Krabi, such as Thai Vietjet Air and Thai Lion Air, which operate during the COVID-19 pandemic, with more to come later. Airfares start at around 1,000 THB. depending on the season. You can check the price here.


Bangkok to Krabi by bus

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The journey from Bangkok to Krabi by bus takes approximately 14 hours, which is ideal for travelers who have enough time to explore. The reason why most people choose to travel by bus is because the price is around 650 THB. But at some point the price is close to traveling by plane, please compare first. 


Bangkok to Krabi by train

Traveling from Bangkok to Krabi by train is unpopular and we don't recommend that people choose this way. Because Krabi doesn't have a train station, you have to travel from Bangkok to Surat Thani or Nakhon Si Thammarat first and then take a bus to Krabi, which is a tricky way. But you can get train ticket from above search box.


Phuket to Krabi by Van

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Foreign tourists are now allowed to enter Phuket through the Phuket Sandbox project. And if you choose to continue traveling to Krabi, we recommend traveling from Phuket by van. By van it will take only 2 hours and you will arrive in Krabi. But you can travel by bus from Phuket to Krabi but we don't recommend it. We don't recommend taking the bus because you have to go to the bus station yourself. But if it's a van, you can pick it up at your hotel if you're in Phuket Town.

Phuket to Krabi by Speed fery

Phuket to Krabi by Speed fery
Phuket to Krabi by Speed fery 's route

The disadvantage of choosing this method is that it takes approximately 8.5 hours to reach Krabi. If you don't have time constraints then consider this ferry trip as part of your excursion to appreciate nature along the way. But don't you be surprised that it's an 8.5-hour long boat ride? In fact, the ferry has a 5 hour layover on Phi Phi Island. Speedboats are considered the fastest way to travel from Phuket to Krabi, but speedboats do not reach Krabi town. The speedboat will end its journey in Ao Nang, approximately 19 kilometers (12 miles) from Krabi town. Get ticket here.


Best Island you must go in Krabi

Koh Poda


Koh Poda
Koh Poda

Koh Poda
Koh Poda Sandy Beach

Poda Island
Poda Island

Koh Poda is an island with beaches surrounding the island except on the western side which is a high rock cliff. Koh Poda is under the supervision of Hat Nopparat Thara - Phi Phi Islands National Park and It is about 8 kilometers from Ao Nang. The island's beaches are known for their soft white sand and clear blue waters. The highlight of Poda Island is the sailboat-shaped rock that is a popular tourist destination for souvenir photos. In Koh Poda, there are accommodation and restaurants for tourists. Traveling to Koh Poda by long-tail boat costs 350 - 450 baht per person or a speedboat costs 800 - 1,000 baht. There is a shuttle bus from the hotel in Krabi to the pier and most tour programs include 4 islands: Thale Waek, Koh Mor, Koh Poda, Koh Kai

Thale Waek
Thale Waek
Thale Waek Top View

Thale Waek
Thale Waek with The sea

Thale Waek is one of the Unseen Thailand places in Krabi that should not be missed. Because it is one of the attractions that most tourists choose to come here. Thale Waek is an amazing natural phenomenon as it is a sand dunes where currents and waves accumulate in the middle of the sea and become a shoal. When the tide is low, you will see a long white path connecting the 3 islands namely Koh Kai, Koh Mor and Koh Thap together. Swimming or sunbathing at this sand dunes is what makes you more relaxed. After that, take some unseen pictures to wow your social friends and have fun together.  Package tour to Thale Waek with 4 islands costs about 500 THB per 1 adult or 400 THB per child.

Koh Lao Lading (Koh Lao Rakhing, Paradise Island)
Koh Lao Lading
Koh Lao Lading

Paradise Island
Paradise Island

An island hidden by nature but with the beauty of sandy beaches and privacy. It is an island that is the residence of the bird's nest collection concession group, but still opens the island for tourists to visit and relax. The island has a fine sandy beach with beautiful fish and coral under the sea and can enjoy swimming. This is a small island that is frequented by tourists when visiting the neighboring island of Hong Island. Tour packages usually include Lao Lading Island and Koh Hong together, costing about 700 THB.

Koh Hong or Koh Laobilee
Koh Hong
Koh Hong Beach


Koh Hong Activity
Koh Hong Activity


It is an archipelago made up of several islands, one of which is Hong Island, which is the southern and largest. The highlight of this place is the steep cliffs that surround all sides that so it possible to travel in and out only by one route. There are secret beach in the middle of nature, completely cut off from the outside world. When you come here for diving, sunbathing, canoeing, walking nature trails. In additon, you will take a tent and sleep on the island. It's guaranteed that people who love the sea will definitely have fun.

Koh Rok

Koh Rok
Koh Rok

Koh Rok Under the sea
Koh Rok Under the sea

It is in the custody area of ​​Mu Ko Lanta – Koh Ha National Park, Krabi Province. It consists of Koh Rok Nok and Koh Rok Nai. Both islands are known for their beauty, whether on land, with white sandy beaches and lush vegetation along the coast. Besides that, the water is so clear that you can see the surface below and was nicknamed “Queen of the Andamans”. The highlight is the abundance of nature under the sea with beautiful coral reefs and many different types of fish. At low tide, you can easily snorkel the beautiful coral reefs and take amazing IG photos. One day trip package price for Koh Rok is about 1,200 THB per person.

Koh Ha

Koh Ha
Koh Ha

Koh Ha
Koh Ha top view


"Ha Islands" is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Krabi Province, consisting of a group of 5 islands. Koh Ha Yai is shaped like a boat and is one of the most famous snorkeling spots. Mu Ko Ha is located about 20 kilometers west of Koh Lanta. There are several levels of depth, the deepest being more than 50 meters, and the currents in this area are very calm and clear, 25 meters or more can be seen below. The highlight of Koh Ha diving is the largest underwater cave located on Koh Ha Yai. This underwater cave at Koh Ha Yai is a cave that we can dive into without flashlight with only one entrance and exit, ensuring safety. The scenery in the underwater cave has the beauty of the stalactites around the cave walls. Including the beauty of the mouth of the cave when the sunlight hits the water surface is an amazing experience and memory. In addition to dive sites around the archipelago, there is a diversity of corals of many types and colors, small and large groups of fish also including manta rays and whale sharks. 


Koh Lanta

Koh Lanta
Koh Lanta Beach

Koh Lanta
Koh Lanta

It is a large island that can be driven up to the island by using a car ferry. It takes about 30 minutes from Krabi to Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta is in the Andaman Sea in Krabi Province between Krabi and Trang Seas. It is 80 kilometers south of Krabi and consists of two large islands, Koh Lanta Yai and Koh Lanta Noi. There are also many smaller islands, the center of business tourism is Koh Lanta Yai, which is the southern island of Ko Lanta and also the location of the Koh Lanta District Office. There is a tourist port that can take tourists to various places in the Andaman Sea, including Phi Phi Island, Phu Ket Island, Trang Sea, Rok Island and Hin Muang - Hin Daeng diving point. Koh Lanta's attractions are on the west coast where the beach stretches almost the entire island. Each beach has been developed as a tourist attraction with facilities. Convenient for tourists such as resorts, bungalows, internet shops, minimarts, restaurants at the southern end of 


Places to visit on land

Khlong Thom Hot Waterfall (Thailand onsen)

Khlong Thom Hot Waterfall
Khlong Thom Hot Waterfall

Nam Ron Khlong Thom, also known as Nam Ron Saphan Yung, is located in Khlong Thom District, Krabi Province. It is a small waterfall with a height of 5 meters and a width of only 10 meters. The water temperature is about 42 degrees. This hot waterfall is formed from underground hot spring minerals that seep up from the soil surface in layers like small waterfalls. There is a warm water pool at the bottom and at the top there are several small basins like bathtubs. where we can sit separately

Emerald Pool
Emerald Pool
Emerald Pool

Located 45 kilometers from Krabi town, originated from warm water streams in the lowland forests of the southern region, it is a hot spring with a temperature of about 30-50 degrees Celsius. It is a beautiful, clear pool in the middle of the forest with clear water that turns blue-green. Colors can be matched according to the date, time and lighting conditions. Nearby consists of 3 hot pools: Sa Kaeo, Emerald Pool and Phut Pool. Surrounding the area is a lush green forest.


Blue Pool

Blue Pool Krabi
Blue Pool Krabi

Traveling 500 meters from Emeral pool, you will find a nearby magical attraction with a spring water pool. This pool is not allowed to swim because the water has a high concentration of minerals. The water is deep blue and changes with the light, perfect for taking beautiful photos

Tha Pom Khlong Song Nam

Tha Pom Khlong Song Nam
Tha Pom Khlong Song Nam

It is located in Mueang Krabi District, about 25 minutes by car. It is an ecological study center to learn about the integrity of nature in terms of both groundwater and vegetation that can grow both in water and on land. Another charm of Tha Pom is the tree roots that are inviting to be seen everywhere along the banks of the canal.  The roots of many types of trees adapt by wiggling in order to survive. You can canoe to see the beauty of Khlong Song Nam and Tha Pom forest.

Khang Cave (Tham Klang)

Khang Cave
Khang Cave

One of the most beautiful caves in Ao Luek District, it is said to be amongst the top beauty in Asia. There are 13 caverns under small limestone mountains. The depth of the cave is about 1,200 meters, each cave has different features. You will be impressed with the beauty, especially the many stalagmites on the cave floor. Pure white coral-shaped quartz stone and golden stalactite curtain. Tham Klang has more mysteries to discover and there are twin caves side by side, one where water can flow from one side to the other of the mountain.

Khao Ka Rot

Khao Ka Rot
Khao Ka Rot

The only magical cliff in Thailand is located on a small mountain amidst lush mangrove forests. Khao Ka Rot, it resembles a ghost skull formed by the erosion of limestone cliffs and forming a miraculous appearance.

Dragon Crest (Khuan Sai)

Dragon Crest Poin View
Dragon Crest Poin View

Dragon Crest Krabi Attraction
Dragon Crest Krabi Attraction

Dragon Crest Mountain is a mountain about 500 meters above sea level. Located in the west of Krabi town near Tubkaek Beach. This mountain is rich with rainforests that are home to a wide variety of wildlife. Dragon Crest Adventure Trail is a steep 3.7 km long, but requires at least 2-3 hours of walking time to reach the peak. It is a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the forest and islands lined in the sea. And the most beautiful is the view when the sun rises over the mountains.

Phi Hua To Cave

Phi Hua To Cave
Phi Hua To Cave

Phi Hua To Cave is located at Than Bok Khorani National Park, Ban Bo Tho, Ao Luek Tai Sub-district, Ao Luek District, Krabi Province. This cave is an important prehistoric cave because inside the cave there are hundreds of paintings that are presumed to be around 2,000-3,000 years old.


Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple)


Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple)
Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple)

Wat Tham Suea
Wat Tham Suea Top View

It is about 5-6 kilometers from Krabi town. The name of the temple is speculated that because in the past, there was a tiger inhabiting and inside the cave there was also a natural stone in the form of a tiger's paw. The origin of this temple is probably from the monks who traveled to find a place to practice dharma to live in the caves. Later, there were many faithful villagers to worship until it became a temple (Wat Tham Suea).


Wat Maha That Wichiramongkol (Wat Bang Thong)

Wat Maha That Wichiramongkol (Wat Bang Thong)
Wat Maha That Wichiramongkol (Wat Bang Thong)

Wat Bang Tong is located in Na Nuea Subdistrict, Ao Luek District, Krabi Province. It is a temple with outstanding beauty, majesty, grandiose, making Buddhists and tourists come to visit continuously.

Package tour in Krabi

In Krabi, There are many travel agent that you can choose for travel where is you want. TThe price is similar and Most people choose a travel agent that is close to their accommodation.

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