Ao Nang

Operating day: Daily

Operating time: 24 Hour

 

Ao Nang is located approximately 6 kilometers from Hat Noppharat Thara and 20 kilometers from the town of Krabi. A large bay with scenic beaches and 83 small islands, Ao Nang has several famous beaches which include East Rai Le, West Rai Le and Tham Phra Nang (cave) which stretches to the foot of a prominent limestone range.

 

A boat from Ao Nang Village can be hired for sightseeing excursions around Ao Nang, Hat Tham Phra Nang and Hat Nam Mao, all of which are only accessible by foot.

 

Other offshore isles such as Ko Poda, Ko Kai, Ko Mo and Ko Thap, are popular destinations that can be reached by a rented boat from Ao Nang. An abundance of colorful coral reefs and lovely cartoon fishes make these islands ideal for diving and snorkeling.

 

How to get there Boat travelling times and fares from Ao Nang to various beaches and islands are as follows: 

 

Ao Nang – Rai Le: 80 baht (10 minutes)

 

Ao Nang – Tham Phra Nang: 80baht (15 minutes)

 

Ao Nang – Ko Poda: 300 baht return (25 minutes)

 

Ao Nang – Ko Kai: 300 baht return (25 minutes)

 

Ao Nang – Mu Ko Hong: 2,500 baht for a charter boat (1 hour) A night trip from Ao Nang to Rai Le costs 100 baht. All boats are available from 7.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.