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Ton Sai
2007-12-28 18:50:00
Ton Sai is a beach near Krabi in Thailand, offering a combination of inexpensive accommodation and great rock climbing routes that make it popular with both backpackers and climbers alike. Compared to neighbouring Rai Leh and Ao Nang it's relatively rough around on the edges; in particular, the beach is unsuitable for swimming and becomes quite rocky as the tide goes out.There's no overland access to Ton Sai, so all visitors arrive by boat. Rai Leh is a two minute long-tail ride or a 10-15 minute walk away, while long-tails from Ao Nang to Rai Leh will also stop at Ton Sai on demand.There are three ways to reach Rai Leh on foot:1) At low tide it's possible to walk around the rocky outcrop which separates Ton Sai from Rai Leh (10 minutes).2) At high tide, most opt for the steep path which climbs up and over the rocky outcrop, which is densely covered with foliage (10 minutes).3) The least used option is a longer trail which starts on the northern, forested, edge of Ton Sai and mea...

Ko Siboya
2007-12-28 18:45:00
Ko Siboya (see-boy-ya) is off the regular tourist trail. Other than the island's one resort, you will find only a few local stalls selling household supplies, snacks and petrol as you explore the local culture. Ko Siboya is home to about a 1000 or so residents whose work is mainly in the rubber plantations or fishing. Dirt roads and foot paths connect the 4 or 5 small communities on this 3 x 10 km island. The lack of easy access to the island has limited transportation to either motorcycles or walking. A new community clinic is able to handle minor medical problems.Ko Siboya escaped the destruction of the crushing tsunami of December 2004, as it was in the lee of Ko Jum, but did have to deal with the high water surge which devastated the island's fishing fleet.Get inFrom Krabi Town there are three possibilities:charter a private longtail boat (about 1000 baht)take a songthaew to Nua Klong (on the southern highway towards Trang), where you can transfer to another songthaew to the c...

Krabi People
2007-12-28 18:40:00
People of Krabi Cave paintings and artifacts found around Krabi indicate that the area has been inhabited since prehistoric times.Today the people of Krabi represent a mix of three different ethnic groups who came to settle from other regions. It is said that each ethnic group has written a page in Krabi's rich history.The origins of the Chao Ley or "Sea Gypsies" are unknown. Living mainly on the islands, these nomadic people live in small settlements and earn their living from fishing, collecting shells and diving.They still retain their own language and beliefs and spiritual worship is still strong in the community. Although overexposure to tourism, and inevitable assimilation with mainstream culture is unfortunately threatening their small communities.Some of their traditional ways are celebrated at the yearly sea gypsy sailing ritual held in May on Koh Lanta, Koh Pu and Koh Cha and various ceremonies are still celebrated within the community.In the late 19th and early 20th cent...
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Getting Around in Krabi
2007-12-28 18:36:00
Renting cars, bus, taxi, motorbike or boat Rent a Car Krabi has a good road network, especially around the national parks and local attractions, so hiring a car and driving yourself is easy. Car Hire is available at most hotel desks or travel agents.Taxis & Local Busses Open-air buses, (Songtaews) converted trucks and motorcycle taxis provide a cheap and efficient public transport service throughout the province. Fares vary according to the destination - whether you're running around town, or travelling from Krabi Town to one of the beach resorts. Services are efficient and regular with buses stopping wherever you want to get on or off.Better still, rent a Songtaew (taxi truck) to drive you round for the day.Longtail Boats & FerriesFrom Krabi TownKrabi Town, as well as being the provincial capital, is also the main harbour for local boat services.Ferries operate to the Phi Phi Islands, Jum Island and Lanta Island, catch the boats from Chao Fah Pier (Krabi Town).Note:Some se...

Krabi Weather & Climate
2007-12-28 18:33:00
Krabi's current weather and climate guideClimate Krabi follows a similar climate to Phuket with average temperatures around 75ºF to 89ºF (24ºC to 32ºC) year round.CoolThe best time to visit Krabi is November to March when humidity and temperatures average 28C and cool breezes keep things comfortable.HotThe hottest time is April - May, with temperatures ranging from 80ºF to 95ºF (27ºC up to 36ºC). There are frequent short heavy thundery showers, offering welcome relief from the temperature and humidity.The Thai New Year (Songkran) occurs on April 13th and everyone sprinkles (or throws) cool water on each other (see picture).Locals enjoy June, July and August, since the weather is usually fine and favourite haunts remain uncrowded. The usual pattern is brief but heavy showers, with plenty of sunshine between downpours. Everything is a little less expensive at this time of year, as well. Temperatures range between 70ºF and 90ºF (20ºC to 33ºC).WetDuring September and early October we st...
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Getting to Krabi
2007-12-28 18:30:00
How to get there by car, bus, train, boat or planeKrabi by Car or Bus From BangkokDaily bus services leave from the southern bus terminal in Pen Klao, Bangkok. Tickets are available from almost any travel agent and at hotel tour desks in the city. The journey takes about 13 hours.From PhuketAbout 3 - 4 hours depending on transport, car can be quicker than 3 hours. Hire a car, or take a minibus or local bus from Phuket's southern bus terminal. Buses leave from Phuket daily. Information regarding bus timetables, taxi or min-van shuttle services can be obtained at hotels, travel agents or Phuket Airport.From SuratthaniBuses, taxis or mini-vans can be arranged easily at agencies in the town. Journey time to Krabi about 4 -5 hrs.Krabi by Boat There are no direct regular ferries from Phuket to Krabi although it is possible to charter a speedboat or similar. Daily ferries operate between Phuket and Krabi via Phi Phi Island. (This often involves changing boats at Phi Phi island)Private cha...

Krabi Town Guide
2007-12-28 18:20:00
Everything you need to know about Krabi Town Krabi Town is a functioning Thai town that's been around long before international tourists started to visit Krabi. It's charming, laid back, and as much as the word is overused, it's very local. Tourism has arrived, but Krabi Town doesn't jump through hoops to bring in foreigners; as the main commercial and transit point for the province, it doesn't need to. Its unique personality is a welcome contrast to the surrounding beach areas.The river is a hub of activity with fishing boats and river taxis ferrying both locals and visitors to spots near and far. It's the place to catch a ride to the surrounding beaches and islands. Many hurry to the big name destinations - Railay, Ao Nang, Koh Lanta, Koh Phi Phi - getting in and out of town as quickly as possible. But for those interested in a dose of genuine Thai culture and hospitality, sticking around Krabi Town for a bit is a rewarding experience.Where to Stay in Krabi TownThere are mor...
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Krabi General Information
2007-12-28 18:17:00
Geography, Landscape & Terrain Located along the Andaman coast, in southern Thailand, Krabi is one of southern Thailand's most picturesque provinces with perfect beaches and a stunning interior.The province is famous for its great natural beauty, characterised by the karst limestone scenery that can be seen throughout the entire area.The coastline, 160 kilometres long, is dotted with bays, coves and outcrops of limestone mountains rising up from the sea, creating a fascinating seascape of tropical islands. Inland, the limestone mountains support a rich biodiversity of plant and animal life.Predominantly, it's an agricultural area, with sandy clay soil conditions producing rubber, palm oil, fruit, coconut and coffee. Rubber is the main cash crop grown with over 700,00 rai being under cultivation for this purpose. Palm oil comes in second, followed by coconuts.However, with natural attractions like tropical islands, palm fringed beaches, forest waterfalls and caves attracting mo...
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Scuba Diving in Krabi
2007-12-28 18:13:00
The remarkable variety of dive sites that are concentrated in such a small area, particularly off Phi Phi Don Island, is what makes this area unique, as do the amazing limestone cliffs that rise dramatically out of the sea and plunge equally dramatically straight down underwater. The opportunity to relax on exquisite beaches, explore the numerous coves and bays, whilst enjoying some colourful and enticing scuba diving or snorkeling in this marine park environment, is one not to be missed.Learn to Dive in Krabi Krabi is a great place to learn to dive as there are a number of first-rate dive shops offering affordable scuba accreditation (usually with PADI) all the way from absolute beginner up to master instructor.In many hotels you can 'try a dive' in your pool, or dive shops offer 1 day 'try a dive' trips. Many people go on to take the PADI Open Water Diver course which is a 4 day course that combines some theory with practical experience (around 6 dives). Once complete you can ...
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Temples in Krabi
2007-12-28 18:11:00
Wat Tham Seua (Tiger Cave) Wat Tham Seua (Tiger Cave Temp le) 5 km from Krabi Town is a small temple built inside a long shallow limestone cave, surrounded by natural forest. The temple, one of the south's most famous meditation centres, takes its name from a stone formation nearby which resembles a tiger's claw. Today, about 250 monks and nuns live in the temple compound.Two staircases wind up the limestone cliffs. The first one leads with 1,237 steps to the top of the mountain offering a superb 360-degree view and is definitely worth a try. Pillars on the staircase indicate how many steps you have already climbed and a monkey family lives around the stairs. Reaching the top will reward you with an incredible view and there is a huge sitting Buddha, a golden pagoda and a few other small constructions. The second one (only 130 steps!) leads into a valley where the monks live in simple huts.Riddled with cave systems, the whole area has revealed many archeological findings including ...
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Caves in Krabi
2007-12-28 18:06:00
The limestone scenery which dominates the entire region offers a fascinating network of cave systems, both inland and along the coastline. Many contain wonderful crystalline formations, stalagmites and stalactites. A number are said to be the home of spirits and are steeped in local forklore, containing Buddha images and items of spiritual worship.Many of the coastal caves reveal collapsed caverns or "hongs" Inside the hongs are many interior lagoons open to the sky and accessed only at certain tides through tunnels in the rocks. Local kayaking companies provide excellent tours inside these cave systems giving an unobtrusive view of a unique eco-system.Many of the caves also contain prehistoric paintings, stone tools and pottery shards, giving a clue to Krabi 's rich past.Klong Thom Museum, south-east of Krabi Town, has a collection of ceramics, stone tools and bronze implements found at various excavations throughout the area. Drive through the province or take a tour.Around Krabi ...
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National Parks in Krabi
2007-12-28 18:02:00
Recognised as an area of outstanding natural beauty, large tracts of Krabi province are incorporated into several national parks covering coastline, beaches and offshore islands. The outlying areas also include the beautiful Phi Phi islands and the Koh Lanta group.Several National Parks also include the mainland interior which is covered with rich forest, refreshing rock pools, waterfalls, caves hot springs and nature reserves with walking trails. Popular with locals, these inland beauty spots are often busy at weekends with large family groups and local excursions. Outside these times, they're quiet, serene and incredibly peaceful. The entry fee to national parks is 400 baht.Eco-tourismLow impact tours with small groups are available to various national parks. Tours often include an activity like kayaking or trekking as well as a knowledgeable guide who can provide interesting information about the plants and local wildlife. Park fees are usually included in the excursion price. (...
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Tubkaak Beach Guide
2007-12-28 17:59:00
Tubkaak Beach is located north of Klong Muang and it's quiet, very quiet. So quiet that there are only a few hotels there.You'll find a long sandy beach and not much else which makes this an ideal place to relax and recharge your batteries.The islands that make up the Ko Hong archipelago can bee seen from the beach. You can get a closer look on a daytrip around the islands.Where to Stay in Tubkaak Beach (Editor's Hotel Guide ) The Tubkaak Boutique Resort 4 Star Sea Views Secluded Boutique Hotel Ideal for CouplesDeserving of the title 'boutique'. Luxurious tropical-resort-meets-lodge design throughout the hotel's 44 rooms. Intimate, peaceful, and unique.Tup Kaek Sunset Beach Resort3 Star Midrange Sea Views Secluded BungalowsClean and simple bungalow resort, right on the beach. Much better than backpacker accommodation, but remarkably cheap; great deal for the money.Tubkaak Beach Dining & Nightlife Tubkaak Beach Dining & NightlifeEach hotel has at least one restau...

Nopparat Beach Guide
2007-12-28 17:56:00
Located 18 km west of Krabi town and just next to Ao Nang, this quiet beach lies within the Hat Noppharat Thara-Ko Phi Phi National Park and features a 3 kilometre long sandy stretch lined by casuarina trees.Popular with local Thai picnickers and those who like to swim, eat and laze in the sun.Where to Stay in Nopparat Beach (Editor's Hotel Guide ) As Ao Nang spills over further and further into Nopparat it's getting harder to tell where one finishes and the other starts.In Nopparat Beach new resorts are opening regularly as the area is getting more and more popular, however the quiet astmosphere which attracts so many remains intact.Nopparat Beach An excellent beach if you prefer to have natural shade provided by the trees. Like most of Krabi's beaches, you won't find miles of deckchairs and beach umbrellas, so buy a beach mat and find a perfect spot.It's also possible at low tide to walk from the beach across to Koh Kao Pak Klong Island in the bay.Nopparat Beach Nightlifesmall...

Klong Muang Beach Guide
2007-12-28 17:52:00
Everything you need to know about Klong Muang Beach Klong Muang Beach is a quiet area, a place to leave the crowds behind. A few years there was almost nothing here apart from a beautiful beach.Several hotel groups 'discovered' Klong Muang at around the same time and now it's an established upmarket area for five star and boutique hotels with more to come.The local village at the back of the beach is still in its infancy with a few shops, including the obligatory tailor's shop and a handful of restaurants.Where to Stay in Klong Muang Klong Muang Beach is a quiet area, a place to leave the crowds behind. A few years there was almost nothing here apart from a beautiful beach.Several hotel groups 'discovered' Klong Muang at around the same time and now it's an established upmarket area for five star and boutique hotels with more to come.The local village at the back of the beach is still in its infancy with a few shops, including the obligatory tailor's shop and a handful of re...
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Ko Jum Island
2007-12-28 17:37:00
The People Of Koh JumThe local population of Koh Jum is just 1,500. Outside of the bungalows, Jum residents are based in three main villages, Jum, Pu Village and Ting Lai.The Pace of life on Jum has two distinct speeds - slow and stop!Tourists only started to arrive on the island around 6/7 years ago. The first bungalows to be built were Joy Bungalow, the brainchild of a couple of local guys who were keen to advertise the natural beauty of their island home.Koh Jum is just like Koh Phi-Phi - 15 years ago. A very relaxed atmosphere, no rush to do anything and, thankfully, no huge resorts and pumping dance clubs. Having spoken to a few of the local community, this is likely to remain the case for years to come.In a province so well promoted around the world, it is refreshing to know that at least one corner of Krabi has remained a distinctly Thai charm.Whether it is fate, creative planning or just pure good fortune, the big money men have overlooked Koh Jum and just kind of drive by. ...
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Resort Islands
2007-12-28 17:24:00
Surin & the Similans - From Krabi town we can get tothese islands located far to the north in the deep waters of the Andaman Sea byspeed boat. Features premiere snorkeling and unbelievable dive sites - perhapsthe best for viewing aquatic life in all of the Indian Ocean.Koh Phi Phi Don - Just a short ferry ride away. Phi PhiDon [pee-pee] is a paradise discovered - accommodations are slightly highin price, but once you visit the National Park on the near by smaller islandyou'll know that paradise comes at a price but it's worth every last baht andthen some. Those who want to save some money can stay in Krabi town and take aday tour boat from Krabi to the smaller isle of Phi Phi Lei. Patty also hasexcellent connections on Phi Phi Don [as she is a specialized certified tour guide for PhiPhi] - she knows the island and she knows the locals there thus guaranteeing you the best bungalows at the best price.Koh Lanta - A favorite destination for all travelbudgets. The island itself is ...
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Accomodations Railay Beach
2007-12-28 17:20:00
Resorts on Railay and Ton Sai Beach Where to sleep on Railay Beach?Rai Leh is for two types of groups - honeymooners/families OR rock climbers/backpackers - and sometime a combo of all 4 groups.Expensive four star resorts or two star guesthouses. Prices typically double/triple during high season (November-April)Railay West AccomodationsRai Leh West has just 4 beach front hotels/resort operators located on the west side of Rai Leh. While the prices vary greatly depending on room type, they're all priced a cut above your average budget of backpackers. Currently 3/4 operations on Railay West are under various stages of remodeling ... construction will occur well into the 2007 high season.*** Railay Beach Club -- these are all time share bungalows. Rai Lei Beach Club rents private bungalows. None have air conditioning or hot water but include daily maid service. Railay Beach Club is located on the far western side of Railay Beach along the cliff walls and adjacent to CoCo's Bar.High se...
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about Ao Nang
2007-12-28 17:18:00
Ao Nang is the go to beach resort area for Krabi.Ao Nang is just beyond Krabi town Thailand. The town consists chiefly of a main street that wraps around a large hill and fronts the beach, the road is totally dominated by restaurants, pubs, shops and other commerce aimed at tourists. In fact Ao Nang wasn't more than a fishing village until the toursit boom. Now the main beach area is used by sunbathers to a certain extent, but there are hundreds of longtail boats that offer access to other beaches of Railay and daytrips to nearby islands of Poda and Chicken Head. There are a number of scuba diving centres, resorts, bars, western restaurants, and Muay Thai boxing staduim in Ao Nang village.Ao Nang provides are central location with all modern conviences and lots of shopping and eating opportunity. Prices range from 1000-35,000 baht and most resorts provide a pool. We do not recommend Ao Nang for backpackers nor seclusion/nature seekers, but for traveling families and older tourist i...

about Railay Beach Krabi
2007-12-28 17:13:00
Railey Beach over view... As you can see Rai Lei is spectacular. There are 4 different beaches all within walking distance :: Ton Sia Beach, Railay West, Railey East, And Princess Cave Beach. Rock Climbing on Railay is internationally reknown. Railey is accessable by fantail boat ONLY! 1 hour from Krabi Town and 20 minutes from Ao Nang Village. RaiLeh.Accomodations on Rai Lei BeachSave Money -- Ton Sai Beach Bungalows West Railay and Phra Nang Cave beaches are some of the best beaches in thaland.At Ao Nang jump in a wooden longtail boat, used for fishing or water taxiing farangs. A 25-minute ride sets you back a mere 100 baht each person. 200 baht each for the fantail boat taxi via Krabi town Chao Fa pier, which is a more practical option since you land within 100m of guesthouses and downtown Krabi.East and West Railay beaches hug either side of a stubby peninsula pointing south from Thailand's west coast. Its southern end has the divine sands and vista of Phra Nang Cave Beach, sou...

Krabi Information
2007-12-28 17:10:00
Useful information about Krabi ThailandInformation and Travel Guide Info for Krabi ProvinceThe Krabi province is located at the shore to the Andaman Sea. Most notable are the solitary limestone hills, both on the land and in the sea as islands.Rock climbers from all over the world travel to Railay Beach to climb. 130 islands belonging to Krabi province, Koh Phi Phi Lei is perhaps the most famous, as it was the set of the movie The Beach.Other islands include: Koh Phi Phi Don, Ko Lanta, Koh hong, Koh Jum.There are also the popular beaches of Railay, Tonsai, Ao Nang, Had Noparathara, and Klong Muang. Had Yao beach is also scheduled to become a 5 star beach destination know as Long Beach Krabi.The limestone hills of Krabi contain many caves, most having beautiful stalactites and stalacmites. Tham Chao Le and Tham Phi Hua To, both in Ao Luek district, contain prehistoric rock-painting depicting humans, animals as well as geometrical shapes. Lang Rong Rien cave revealed 40,000 year old h...

What to Do in Krabi?
2007-12-28 17:03:00
Interesting Things to do in Krabi Sea CanoeingEnjoy the breath-taking beauty and uncanny peace of a voyage among the mangroves, caves and limestone massifs of Ao Tahlehn Bay and Koh Hong Is. In Krabi, and Tahm Pee Hua Toh (Big Headed Ghost) Cave in Ao Luk District.Rock ClimbingKrabi's strange and beautiful limestone cliffs have become popular rock and mountain climbing attractions for adventurers from around the globe. The uninitiated needn't be afraid, local companies are happy to teach and climbs have been mapped out for every level of expertise. The beaches of Rai Ley, Phi Phi Don and Ton Sai have climbing walls.Elephant Trek - Avalible on Koh Lanta an Ao Nong. We refer you to only operators that take seriously the care and well being of these magestic creatures. Your money thus helps mantain the long tradition of the 'working' Asian Elephant and promotes better husbandry in the elephant-tourism industry. Besides the ethos you have an awesome jungle adventure and get up close ...

Taxi Krabi -- Price List
2007-12-28 16:55:00
Arrive in style ... a private chauffer taxi Krabi Airport to Krabi Town is just 400 baht. Krabi Airport to AoNang Resorts just 600 baht . Krabi Tours offers rates well below the lowest price you can bargain for at the airport. In fact people pay 600 baht (or more) if they order a taxi at the airport. Please place your order as soon as possible because we have just 1 taxi avalibile at this rate. You can pay on arrival to taxi driver OR have driver take you to meet Patty and make payment there. Arrive at your hotel/resort directly!private chauffer fares from Krabi International Airportkrabi airport transfersAirport - Krabi Town --- 400 bahtAirport - Ao Nang --- 600 bahtAirport - Klong Muang --- 700 bahtAirport - Koh Lanta Pier --- 2,200 baht* From Krabi Airport To Koh Lanta Resorts 2500-3000 Other krabi taxi transfers... Krabitown-Ao Nang -- 350 bahtKrabitown-Klong Muang -- 500 bahtKloung Muang - Koh Lanta --- 3,000 bahtKrabi - Surratani(pier to Koh Samui) taxi -- 2500 bahtKrabi - Don...
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Koh Phi Phi
2007-09-20 10:01:00
In the Andaman sea, amongst breathtaking lime rock formations, are the beautiful twin islands of Phi-Phi Don and Phi-Phi Ley.As with all the beach areas of Krabi, Phi-Phi offers a wide range of activities, including rock climbing, diving and snorkelling.The surrounding waters are Thailand's only true deep dive sites. Pretty much something for everyone...!Koh Phi Phi - Places Of InterestIsland Hopping Krabi has many tiny off-shore islands and close to Phi-Phi are Chicken Island with a glorious bay and the famous "James Bond" Island, setting for the movie "The Man With The Golden Gun".Scuba Diving Koh Phi Phi and it's surrounding waters offer Thailand's only true deep dive sites. One of the most famous dive locations anywhere in the world, operators all over Krabi offer courses from beginner to advanced.The twin Koh Phi Phi islands are one of Asia's greatest diving destinations, with easy access to such amazing scuba sites as Hin Daeng ('Red Rock') and Hin Muang ('Purple Rock'...

Attractions in Krabi
2007-09-04 21:40:00
Attractions in Amphoe MuangKhao Khanap Nam, 100 meters high hills rising from the water, is regarded as the symbol of Krabi . It sits before the city and can be visited by long tail boat from Chao Fa Pier. Travel time is about 15 minutes, From the boat, one climbs a staircase to see caves with stalactites and stalagmites, Many human skeletons have been found in the area. It is theorized they are the remains of immigrants who became stranded and died after a sudden flood.Tham Sua or "Tiger Cave" is located about 3 kilometres from Krabi Town. Inside the cave there are what appear to be tiger paw prints in the stone. The surrounding area is covered withlarge trees hundreds of years old, particularly in the Khiriwong Valley. Mountains are on all sides and there are smaller caves in great number. Aside from being the site of a meditation center, it is also a place of archaeological and historical interest. Stone tools, pottery remains, and the mold for making Buddha footprints have been f...
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Ao Nang
2007-09-04 21:07:00
Ao Nang, the Land of ancient Ethnics and exotic landscapes, are currently the most required, appreciated and equipped tourist destination of Far East, able to offer all kinds of Hotels, Resorts and vacations.Our Hotels Resort offer you holiday packages able to let you live magic emotions, they will vitiate you with the ancestral culture and with the kind smile of the Thai people. Please take a look at our web site www.frittomistovilla.com page info.Frittomisto Villa is a new hotel located in a hilly, panoramic and quite area, just 600 m. far from the sultry waterfront with noisy Long Tail Boats and motorbikes, ideal for people looking for a vacation in a green relaxing oasis without giving up the best comforts, the right place where enjoy an holiday with a quality/price relation at the top of the market of Krabi Ao Nang area.Family Vacations Packages:We offer and organize many kind of Family Vacations Packages, for all the wonderful islands and the tropical rain forest.Enjoy cheap v...

Adventure Sea Kayak
2007-09-04 20:54:00
The crystal water, sea-cliffs,and mangrove-rimmed canals are the charms that make Krabi a wonderful site for kayaking. There are options of rental from hour to half -day or day trips into the spectacular and remote mangrove channels, Ao Tha Lane and Ao Luk, where you can see monkeys, otters and many beautiful birds. Krabi river is another exciting site for kayaking. The Hong Island is further away but an unforgettable experience.SEA CANOEING OR KAYAKINGSea Canoe takes you in inflatable sea kayaks inside and around some of the world's most stunning limestone formations that jut vertically out of the sea for up to several hundred feet. Called karsts, they dot the area in great array around Phuket, Phang-Nga and Krabi provinces.The Sea Canoe "Easy Self-Paddle Level" trips will enable you to effortlessly paddle right up to these weathered rock formations colourfully streaked with hues of black, tan, ivory, grey and red. At just the right tide you will also be able to enter inside throu...
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Krabi Rock Climbing
2007-09-04 20:07:00
Rai Leh (also known as Rai Lay) is the major rock climbing site in Thailand and Malaysia and probably also in the whole of South East Asia.It offers a unique combination of breathtaking scenery, beautiful beaches with soft sand, an excellent tourist infrastructure, many climbing shops and schools and an overwhelming number of routes suitable for both absolute beginners and experienced climbers.Rock Climbing The limestone cliffs that dot the entire area surrounding Krabi are heaven for rock-climbing enthusiasts, who come from all over the world to take up the challenge of climbing.Over 150 odd routes have developed since the late 1980's when Krabi first witnessed the sight of people scaling it's craggy mountains. Routes include high quality limestone, steep, pocketed walls, overhangs and hanging stalactites, with some accessed by boat belay, others involving jungle walk approaches or abseils into the sea.The headland between Tham Phra Nang and Rai Leh Beaches harbours some particula...
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Ao Nang Beach
2007-08-06 09:29:00
----------------------------------------- ----------------------- Ao Nang is Krabi's vibrant tourist centre. It has the relaxed vibe of a small town, the beauty of a beach resort, the modern comforts of home, and the friendliness the sets Thailand apart.The town itself is small; an hour-long stroll takes you from one end to the other. Given that floating buildings are impractical and sheer cliffs don't readily lend themselves to development, this paradise won't be paved over anytime soon. By road, Ao Nang is just minutes from Krabi Town and Klong Muang Beach and mere seconds to Noppharat Thara Beach. Via sea, Railay's beaches - including Ton Sai - and a grab bag of small, intimate islands are nearby. Pick a direction and give your waterborne taxi thirty minutes. A world of adventure waits.Of course, leaving Ao Nang is far from necessary. Great food, interesting people, cheap shopping, and a stellar beach make it a standalone destination. For plenty of travellers, this is the end ...