Krabi - Accommodation, Transfer Transportation, Sightseeing, Attractions
Locally known as the location of the Graveyard of Shells (fossil beds near
the sea) Krabi also has nice beaches and an interesting botanical garden.
The beaches in Krabi (Raylee Beach, Aonang Beach) are crowded in winter as
are the beautiful nearby
Phi Phi Islands (Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh)
located about 40 mi/60 km off the coast that are currently (and
unfortunately) being overdeveloped for tourism. Easily accessible by boat
from Krabi the Phi Phis have almost deserted white-sand beaches and green
cliffs jutting from the water. More...
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Vogue Resort & Spa Ao Nang
The Vogue Resort & Spa Ao Nang is ideally located only 5 minutes walk from the beautiful Ao Nang beach and benefits from its own lush garden setting.
The Vogue is stunningly furnished in the Thai traditional style. Rooms feature balconies overlooking the garden and out to the Andaman Sea. The location set back from the beach and in its own jungle garden offers some peace with the convenience of shopping on your doorstep. When not on the beach, soak up the atmosphere around the pool with a cocktail and friendly service.
Begin the day at Vogue Resort faced with a number of tasty breakfast choices. To energize before taking a trip organized by the tour desk, visit the fitness centre. Alternatively, relax at the well-appointed Spa & Wellness Centre and sauna. The open-air restaurant features a speciality seafood choice amongst its delicious international dishes.
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Krabi Airport Transfer
Landing on Krabi airport. Take the easy and secure way: book your Krabi airport to hotel transfer online. Stay in a hotel booked in advance and organize your sightseeing tours at home, so you will not miss any minute of your holiday or your business trip when you arrive in Krabi.
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Tourist Attractions Krabi
Just across Phangnga Bay, in the shadow of
Phuket Island, lies another
southern Thai jewel, the peaceful and relatively unspoilt paradise of Krabi.
Known as the "Emerald of the Andaman," for its brilliant white beaches,
myriad small islands dotted along its coast, and the fabled Phi Phi island
group. A mecca for sun worshippers and divers.
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Shopping Krabi
Shopping in Krabi for many is an
exciting and pleasurable experience. Whether you are shopping for a suit or
bargain hunting, looking for that extra special 'something' for someone
special back home whatever it is, shopping in Thailand can be fun.
Street vendors often seem to be on every street corner showing you their
goods (with a calculator in one hand) from silk scarves, hammocks and
sarongs to laser pens etc. If you are interested in any of the wares you
find, then it is time to start bargaining, If you are not interested in what
is on offer, simply smile and continue on your way.
Eating and Drinking Krabi
Food is everywhere
you look, from mobile motorcycle and pushcart vendors to streetside stalls
and markets, as well as great selection of small eateries, outdoor cafes and
fancy restaurants – Krabi has them all!
Southern Thai cuisine is slightly different from the Central, North and
North-East styles of cooking. There are many more curries, reflecting a
Malaysian and Indian influence in the culture. In Krabi restaurants, dishes
include the must-try massaman,
a fragrant saffron-coloured curry with peanuts and sweet potatoes; the hot
and sour kaeng som, fish in a tamarind-laced broth; the
lightly-spiced noodle dish, khanom jin; and the Thai-Muslim version
of a chicken biryani, khao mok gai.
Sports & Activities Krabi
Krabi Town and the surrounding area offer much to the visitor in the way of sporting activities and things to do. Ao Nang Beach is a great base from which to explore the small islands. There are around 83 in the bay and they can be easily accessed by boat from this beach. There are plenty of organised tours available. The local skippers can also arrange your transport.
There are various establishments on Ao Phra Nang Beach and Railay Beach where you can hire canoes, either by the hour or by the day. Some charter companies also offer canoeing expeditions along the coast or around the islands in the area.
Water sport activates and fishing trips are available on most beaches. Some offer 2-person kayaks, sailing and windsurfing. If there is a sport that is not offered on your beach, you can easily take one of the regular long-tail boats to the next beach and find it there. Railay Beach is a favourite beach for Frisbee throwers and volleyball players.
Rock climbing is a popular sport in Krabi and the limestone cliffs in the area are the ideal setting. Famous for its spectacular views and the accessibility of its cliffs, Krabi welcomes back flocks of avid climbers every year.
One of the more popular routes, with inexperienced climbers, is the climb to see the Princess Lagoon and the stunning views across the surrounding landscape. There are fixed ropes to assist you at the steeper points, but most of it is a forest hike.
Golf
There is one golf course in Krabi,
Pakasai Country Club, located around 40km south of Krabi Town in Neua
Klong district. It is owned by the local electricity board and is rated
quite highly by local golfers, who enjoy the challenge of its tricky
fairways and fast undulating greens, in slightly hilly terrain.
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KRABI - Locally known as the location of the Graveyard of Shells (fossil beds near
the sea) Krabi also has nice beaches and an interesting botanical garden.
The beaches in Krabi (Raylee Beach, Aonang Beach) are crowded in winter as
are the beautiful nearby Phi Phi Islands (Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh)
located about 40 mi/60 km off the coast that are currently (and
unfortunately) being overdeveloped for tourism. Easily accessible by boat
from Krabi the Phi Phis have almost deserted white-sand beaches and green
cliffs jutting from the water.
Phi Phi Don is a popular hangout for the yachting crowd but it’s still an
enjoyable place to hang out with good food and cheap bungalows but these are
becoming less affordable for the travelers wishing to budget it seems the
interest is for package tours. Have a water-buffalo steak while there and
dive the reefs—although some have been destroyed there are some unspoiled
areas remaining.
Phi Phi Leh has some interesting caves worth exploring. The
caves many of which contain ancient paintings are home to sea swallows.
Local people climb to the tops of these huge caves on spindly bamboo poles
to harvest the birds’ nests that are used in bird’s-nest soup. Ko Phi Phi Leh was the backdrop for the 2000 movie The Beach; this is the Maya Bay - beautifully framed by limestone cliffs. The big drawback: it attracts hundreds of visitors every day.
Located approximately 814 kilometers from Bangkok is Krabi Province, one
of most attractive destinations in southern Thailand. Encompassing an area
of 4,708 square kilometers, the western border of Krabi is the Andaman Sea,
the northern borders are Surat Thani and Phang-nga Provinces, the southern
borders are Trang Province and the Andaman Sea and the eastern borders are
Nakhon Si Thammarat and Trang Provinces. Krabi is an ideal getaway
destination teeming with natural attractions including white sandy beaches,
fascinating coral reefs, numerous large and small islands and verdant
forests with caves and waterfalls.
‘Krabi' the name is a derivative of the word ‘Lumphi', the name of a
local tree. The island is an idyllic haven rich with natural attractions
such as tranquil beaches, fascinating coral reefs, lush forests and a number
of beautiful surrounding islands. The island boasts a multitude of
attraction, regardless of your interests. Here you'll find world class
diving and snorkeling, canoeing and kayaking, you can trek to the summit of
an imposing mountain, breathtaking waterfalls or lose yourself in any of the
mysterious caves. No traveler should miss the spectacular Ao Nang or Hat Rai
Le beaches.
Ao Nang is home to a phenomenal 83 small islands, and it is divided into
3 beautiful beaches East Rai Le, West Rai Le and Tham Phra Nang. The village
has recently emerged as a 5-star tourist attraction, home to a number of
5 star hotels and boutique resorts. This is a great place to stay as
activities such as sightseeing by canoe along the beachfront or the nearby
mangrove forests, or snorkeling in semi-submerged caves are all just at tip
of your fingers.
Krabi's topography is mostly mountains and highlands separated by plains
in some parts. Flowing through Krabi City to the Andaman Sea at Pak Nam
Sub-district is Maenam Krabi which is 5 kilometers in length. In addition,
there are several canals originating from the province's highest mountain
range, Khao Phanom Bencha including Khlong Pakasai, Khlong Krabi Yai and
Khlong Krabi Noi. Lush mangrove forests line the canals and the banks of
Maenam Krabi particularly before it empties into the Andaman Sea. The
provinces sandy soil conditions are suitable for growing various
agricultural products, particularly rubber trees, palms, coconuts, cashew
nuts and coffee.
Due to the influence of the tropical monsoon, there are only two seasons
in Krabi; the hot season from January to April and the rainy season from May
to December. Temperatures range between 17 °C and 37 °C.
Krabi is administratively divided into 8 Amphoes (Districts): Amphoe
Mueang, Khao Phanom, Khlong Thom, Plai Phraya,
Ko Lanta, Ao Luek, Lam Thap,
and Nuea Khlong. The provinces jurisdiction covers not only in-land
districts and sub-districts, but also extends to more than 130 large and
small islands including the world famous Phi Phi Islands.
In addition, Krabi is the location of two world class beaches Ao Nang and
Hat Rai Le which offer numerous diving trips, restaurants, shops etc.
Additional attractions in the province are stunning limestone cliffs and
rock formations which make it a heaven for rock climbers and a National Park
located approximately 40 kilometers outside of town with lakes, caves and
spectacular natural scenery.
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