Krabi
Krabi town is the cultural centre of Krabi province, with an airport operating several domestic as well as international flights.
Far less crowded than nearby Phuket, the Krabi province has gained popularity over recent years for its impressive sea-mountain scenery, Khao Sok National Park, and stunning beaches of Railey and Ao Nang that are amongst the most beautiful in the world.
As a geographic extension of Phang Nga, the region reaches south into deeper, clearer waters and thus offering fine snorkeling and diving.
Krabi also is the entry point for most tourists travelling to Koh Lanta or one of the other idyllic islands of the Southern Andaman Sea, and is the doorway to the some of the most beautiful sailing in the world.
- SAILING FROM KRABI
- GETTING THERE
- SAILING INFO
• KOH DAM
Visit the "hidden beach" and the "chicken head" - enjoy the sunset on the anchorage - swim, sail, snorkel, relax.
• KOH HONG & PAK BIA
Visit the "room lagoon" and the charming beaches of Koh Hong - sail around the Pak Bia group of islands - swim, relax, enjoy the pittoresque scenery.
• PHANG NGA
Sail around a multitude of islets and through the Koh Yao channel - enjoy the unique scenery of the Phang Nga Bay - visit "James Bond Island", caves and beautiful beaches.
• KOH RATCHA
A very popular anchorage with an excellent beach, crystal clear water and a new resort with restaurants. Racha is also a popular snorkel, kayak and dive destination.
• KOH PHIPHI
Visit the northern island with for shore excursions to the village and Ton Sai Bay - snorkel, swim, relax - we can organise rendez-vous scuba diving at Nui Bay.
• PHUKET
A sailing cruise between Krabi and Phuket is a great way of transfer. Board in Krabi, drop in Phuket or vice versa.
charter options:
On request we organise kayaks, rendez-vous scuba diving, scuba diving gear, diving professional, honeymoon specials, professional fishing gear and one-way trips.
• KOH LANTA
Several secure anchorages invite for an evening on shore with restaurants serving superb thai cuisine. One beach after the other offer great swimming and snorkelling. There's a waterfall to visit, as well as the pretty "Lanta Old Town" surrounded by mangroves.
• KOH MUK, KOH NGAI, KOH KRADAN
visit the "emerald cave" - enjoy stunning beaches - observe monkeys, lizards and migrating birds - swim, snorkel and relax.
• KOH ROK
Sail south to the pristine islands of Koh Rok - enjoy the uninhabited white beaches - snorkel the extended coral reefs - visit the ranger station and the monitor lezards - swim, enjoy, relax - we organize honeymoon overnights at the romantic anchorage.
• KOH HAA
Sail around the group of pinnacles - swim, snorkel, relax, enjoy the sunset on the anchorage - we can organise rendez-vous scuba diving at Koh Haa.
• KOH PHIPHI& BIDA ISLANDS
Visit the stunning bays and "the beach" - sail along the impressive walls of phiphi leh - snorkel, swim, relax - we can organise rendez-vous scuba diving at koh phiphi or the bida islands.
• KOH DAM
Visit the "hidden beach" and the "chicken head" - enjoy the sunset on the anchorage - swim, sail, snorkel, relax.
charter options:
On request we organise kayaks, rendez-vous scuba diving, scuba diving gear, diving professional, honeymoon specials, professional fishing gear and one-way trips.
• KOH PHIPHI & KOH BIDA
Visit the stunning bays and "The Beach" - sail along the impressive walls of Phiphi Leh - snorkel, swim, relax - we can organise rendez-vous scuba diving at Koh Phiphi or the Bida Islands.
• KOH HAA
Sail around the group of pinnacles - swim, snorkel, relax, enjoy the sunset on the anchorage - we can organise rendez-vous scuba diving at Koh Haa.
• KOH ROK
Sail south to the pristine islands of Koh Rok - enjoy the uninhabited white beaches - snorkel the extended coral reefs - visit the ranger station and the monitor lezards - swim, enjoy, relax - we organize honeymoon overnights at the romantic anchorage.
• BUTANG GROUP
Sail around the uninhabited islands - enjoy the long left-alone beaches of Koh Adang, observe an undisturbed wildlife and pristine coral reefs - stop over at one of Koh Lipe's cozy beach bars.
• KOH MUK, KOH NGAI, KOH KRADAN
Visit the "Emerald Cave" - enjoy stunning beaches - observe monkeys, lizards and migrating birds - swim, snorkel and relax.
• KOH LANTA
Sail along the unspoiled coast line of Koh Lanta's National Park, visit a waterfall, enjoy an evening on shore in one of the great beachfront restaurants.
charter options:
On request we organise kayaks, rendez-vous scuba diving, scuba diving gear, diving professional, honeymoon specials, professional fishing gear and one-way trips.
By plane
Krabi has an international airport which connects to many cities in Europe and Asia.
Several domestic flights link to Bangkok (1 hr 10 min. flight time) and Phuket (30 min. flight time).
By train
There are no direct services from Bangkok to Krabi. Instead, catch a train from Hualomphong Station (Bangkok) to Suratthani or Trang and catch a bus from any of these places to Krabi. Travelling overnight to Suratthani by train is the best option from Bangkok. Journey time approximately 12 hours.
By road
Air-conditioned buses leave Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal for Krabi several times daily. They leave in the evening and take about 13 hours. Several scheduled minibuses leave daily from Phuket Town to Krabi. You may also hire a taxi, charter a minivan or go by car to do the scenic route surrounding Phang Nga Bay in 3 - 4 hours. From Suratthani buses, taxis or mini-vans can easily be arranged at agencies in the town. Journey time to Krabi about 4 -5 hours.
By boat
Daily ferries operate between Phuket and Krabi via Phi Phi Island. (This often involves changing boats at Phi Phi island). Private speedboat charter from Phuket is available which gets you there in around 3 hours (depending on weather conditions).
Sailing Seasons
The best time for sailing in The Andaman Sea is during the dry season between the months of October and May, when the northeast monsoon prevails insuring steady and pleasant sailing conditions and protected anchorages. During this time the water is at its calmest and storms are usually rare.
Between May and September the region is completely exposed to the the southwest monsoon. At this time there are long periods of fine sunny weather with good breeze, but there are also periods of unsettled weather with rain and sometimes rain squalls with strong gusts.
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