Krabi is located about 800 km south of Bangkok on the west coast of the Andaman Sea. It is a quiet provincial town, which is well equipped for the tourism. Krabi has a beautiful nature: islands, beaches and mountains. Some famous films were shot in the countryside of Krabi:
•  at the Maya beach:
  "The Beach" with Leonardo di Caprio
• at James Bond Island:
   "The man with the golden gun"

Krabi itself is located at the mouth of the river "Krabi". The beautiful beaches are just 30 minutes from Krabi to the west. Ko Phi Phi and Ko Lanta  (1-2 hrs. away) are part of this province. The neigbor provinces Phang Na and Phuket are easy to reach. Dock for boats is in the center of Krabi, the Chao Fa Pier. Nearby there is a cozy restaurant boat. Interesting is the Wat Tham Sua, located in the north of Krabi with a temple on top of the mountain. There are about 1200 steep steps to climb up. The view from up there is phenomenal.

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The beautiful beaches are just 30 minutes from Krabi westwards: Ao Nang and Railay. Ao Nang has become a tourist center. The beaches offers fine white sand, warm water, sun and relaxation. Most hotels have settled here. The beaches are the the focus of the tourists. As soon as you leaves this area, you will find yourself in a beautiful nature. On Railay Beach is the cave "Diamond Cave". There are also interesting climbing possibilities and climbing schools. The Ao Nang Beach is the longest beach. Here are the most hotels and small entertainment area.

Activities

The following activities are available in Krabi:
- Sunbathing and swimming
- Scuba diving and snorkeling
- climbing
- Canoeing
- Krabi is the base for excursions in the area
- Krabi Fun Park

Canoeing

On the beaches, the canoe can be rented. Depending on the location, the beautiful bays or islands can be approached in the area. There are canoes for 1 or 2 people. Canoe Tours are offered at the following locations:
- Phang Nga Bay
- Koh Phi Phi
- The Lane Beach
- Koh Hong, great experience to drive through the bays, surrounded by more than 100 m high cliff (at high tide).

Tours

Krabi is a base for tours to:
- Phang Nga
- James Bond Iceland
- Koh Phi Phi
- Koh Lanta




Approchability from Bangkok
• Southern bus terminal to Krabi Bus Terminal, Hemthanon Road ca. 12 Std.

Approchability from Bangkok airport
• with airplane (about 1 hour) to airport Krabi , from airport to Krabi (30min) with taxi

Approchability from Phuket
• by ship (about 2 hours) to pier Krabi