How to navigate Krabi

Krabi, Thailand’s laid-back resort province, is characterised by stunning natural beauty, awesome adventures and lots of places which are worth visiting. Since this area is considerably smaller than many of the other provinces in the nation, there are several easy means to navigate the distances between attractions. Whichever mode you choose is purely your choice. Here is a guide to help make the right choice.   

Airport transfers

Krabi International Airport is the main airbase in this region. Therefore, anyone visiting this area will have to fly there from another destination. A significant number of flights fly to this airport. As many as 60 flights per week visit this site between October and March, which is the high season in this region. 

Shuttle buses and taxis are some of the means by which you can travel from the airport to tourist-thronged coastal areas like Ao Nang. Those who are staying at a hotel in Ao Nang Krabi might even be able to get airport transfers if they can make arrangements with their accommodations in advance. Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort offers guests who take their ‘Lanta Island Escape’ offer discounts during certain periods and perks like complimentary shared round-trip airport transfers from Krabi Airport to the accommodation. So you might like to check out deals like that and make your accommodation choices for a smooth and comfortable means of travelling as soon as you set out for your holiday. 

Land transport options 

Krabi is known as a prominent tourist hub today in the South Asian region. Due to this reason, the nation has upgraded its means to navigate the destination easily so that more and more tourists will be encouraged to visit the site to enjoy the fabulous places and marvellous activities it offers. One way this has been handled is to provide a variety of public transport options for travellers to choose from. These include local buses and songthaews. 

Buses are one of the most convenient means of navigating the area. These can be located near terminals and can accommodate around 30 passengers. These head to downtown Krabi and typically end near Ao Nang Beach. There are also long-distance buses which take passengers to many other prominent cities in the country. 

Another budget-friendly means of getting from one area to another is taking songthaews. These are vehicles which resemble train carriages but are actually open-backed trucks which can take along around 10 to 15 people. The route these vehicles take is also the same as that of buses, which ends close to Ao Nang Beach. One important tip for you to keep in mind when taking public transport is to keep plenty of local currency at hand so you can hand over the exact amount to the drivers. This will make your journeys hassle-free. 

If you are travelling in smaller groups, you might like to consider taking other travel means like tuk-tuks and taxis. An advantage in getting these is that you can usually request the drivers to drop you at the doorstep of your destination. Tuk-tuks are affordable, while taxis can be expensive. Book them on ride-sharing apps like Grab or Bolt for convenience and fair charges. Those who prioritise comfort, have small children or like to travel at their own pace can even rent a vehicle, but make sure you have your international driving permit with you to take on this task. 

Travelling by water 

A travel mode that you and your family can look forward to is one on the water via longtail boats. This scenic ride will definitely enthral you and your loved ones. The ride will also take around 15 minutes if you are travelling from places like Ao Nang to Railay Beach. However, speedboats travel faster and are ideal for travelling to spots that are far away, like the Phi Phi Islands. Ferries travel further to islands such as Koh Lanta.