Is Ao Nang worth visiting?

Is Ao Nang worth visiting?

Often overlooked in favour of nearby Railay, Ao Nang is worthy of a place on any Thailand itinerary. For such a small town, there’s plenty to do – whether it’s visit Railay beach, island hop or hike for incredible views of the area.

How do I get to Phra Nang Beach?

Getting to Phra Nang Beach is only possible by boat! The approach is from Ao Nang Beach or Krabi Town by longtail boat, which runs several times a day. Phra Nang Beach is also visited as part of a Krabi 4 Island Tour starting from the larger resorts. Great excursions can be booked online at GetYourGuide.

How far is Ao Nang beach from Krabi town?

By road, Ao Nang is 20 minutes from Krabi Town and Klong Muang Beach and a minute or two to Noppharat Thara Beach. Via the 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 30 minutes.

Which is the best beach to stay in Krabi?

12 Top-Rated Beaches in Krabi, Thailand

1. Phra Nang Beach. Phra Nang Beach.
2. Railay Beach. Stunningly beautiful Railay Beach.
3. Tonsai Beach. Limestone cliff on Tonsai Beach.
4. Koh Mai Phai. Koh Mai Phai (Bamboo Island)
5. Ao Nang. Palm-lined Ao Nang Beach.
6. Tub Kaek Beach. Tub Kaek Beach.
7. Nopparat Thara Beach.
8. Klong Muang.

Is Ao Nang expensive?

You should plan to spend around ฿3,126 ($94) per day on your vacation in Ao Nang, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. So, a trip to Ao Nang for two people for one week costs on average ฿43,761 ($1,312).

Is Ao Nang safe?

While there is little risk in Ao Nang, Railay and Phi Phi are at severe risk; therefore, it’s essential for travellers to take note of evacuation routes posted on signs. Violence: is a rarity in Thailand as far as tourists are concerned, since Thais are usually non-confrontational.

Which Railay beach is best?

Phra Nang Cave Beach is on the southernmost tip of Railay and, as the best beach on the peninsula, is where most people (including day-trippers from Ao Nang and Krabi) spend their days. It can get very crowded as a result, so early morning and late afternoon are the best times to visit.

Where is Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai beach?

The title song of Kaho Naa.. Pyaar Hai was filmed at Phra Nang beach in Thailand. The beach is calm but not lonely. It is as gorgeous as it has been portrayed in the movie.

Is Ao Nang Nice?

The Ao Nang area is great for shopping and eating though, and there is a nice walking path along the beach, sort of like a seawall. Definitely worth staying here. You can take a long boat over to Railay Beach or take a day trip to neighboring island.

Should I stay in Ao Nang or Railay?

So if you have a choice or want to stay in one area more than the other, we would certainly recommend staying at Railay over Ao Nang, as long as your budget allows it, because staying on Railay Beach is significantly more expensive than staying near Ao Nang Beach.

What is there to do in Ao Nang at night?

10. Kayaking. Slow and silent, kayaking is a cheap and environmentally-friendly way to see Ao Nang coastline made up of different coastal limestone karst, mangrove, and caves from a new perspective.

Is it better to stay in Ao Nang or Railay?

How to get to Phra Nang Beach from Ao Nang?

Phra Nang Beach. How to get there: From Ao Nang, get a long-tail boat ticket (100 baht) at the booth located along the beach road (toward its southern end). You also could join a half or full island-hopping day trip by speedboat.

Where is Phra Nang Beach in Railay Bay?

Phra Nang Beach (not to be confused with nearby Ao Nang) is the southern strip of sand in Railay Bay.

Which is better Railay west or Ao Nang?

With 450 metres in length, and reachable in a mere 20-minute long-tail boat trip directly from Ao Nang, or by foot from Railay East (about 10-minute walk) if you are already on the peninsula, it is more popular and busier than Railay West during high season (Nov- April).

Where is the Princess Cave in Phra Nang?

At the bottom of the limestone cliffs lies the Princess Cave or Tham Phra Nang Nok. Dedicated to an ancient fertility goddess, the cave contains a strange combination of large phallic symbols (lingams), garlands and offerings in the hope of increased potency and prosperity.