Krabi is a city in southern Thailand, located on the Andaman Sea. The population of Krabi is about 53,000 people.
This province is an ideal place for rock climbing due to the huge number of limestone cliffs and caves that attract climbers from all over the world. Here you will find more than 100 climbing routes of varying difficulty.
Here you will find many resorts, from luxury to budget, where you can stay during your trip.
In January in Krabi, the sun shines brightly and abundantly, and the average daytime temperature reaches 30.4°C. The sea water temperature is 28.4°C, which makes swimming comfortable and enjoyable. In January, on average, 9 rainy days, so you need to take into account the weather conditions when planning a vacation.
February is one of the best months to visit Krabi. During this period of the year, the average daytime temperature is 31.8°C and the sea temperature rises to 28.8°C, which makes swimming in the sea refreshing and enjoyable. However, despite the fact that the number of rainy days is reduced to 5, you should still expect short showers.
In March, the average daytime temperature rises even more, to 32.9°C, and the sea temperature is 29.7°C. This is a great time of the year to swim in the sea and enjoy the hot sun. During this period of the year, rains are expected for 7 days, but they usually pass quickly without interfering with rest.
April is the beginning of the rainy season in Krabi, the average daytime temperature reaches 32.6°C, and the sea temperature rises to 30.5°C. In April, 13 rainy days are expected, but this does not prevent you from enjoying your vacation and getting acquainted with natural attractions.
July is the time of the year when the days on the Krabi Islands are at their hottest and the average daytime temperature is 30.6°C, which can make you uncomfortable with prolonged sun exposure. However, at night, the temperature drops to 26.0°C, which makes the stay more comfortable. The sea temperature remains high at 29.8°C, making it ideal for bathing and swimming.
August also offers warm and humid weather. The average temperature during the day is 30.7°C, and at night it drops to 25.8°C. Sea water temperature in Krabi is 29.4°C. The number of rainy days is 12, but short-term rains, as a rule, do not interfere with enjoying the beautiful nature and picturesque landscapes of the islands.
September offers similar conditions, with average temperatures of 30.3°C during the day and 25.7°C at night. The sea water temperature continues to be high, averaging 29.2°C, making it ideal for swimming and other water activities. At the same time, the number of rainy days increases to 14, which may cause temporary inconvenience when planning outdoor activities. However, autumn rains can bring coolness and refreshing breezes, making the weather more comfortable for walking.
October on the islands of Krabi is characterized by a changeable climate. The average daytime temperature is 30.6°C and the average nighttime temperature drops to 25.2°C. The sea water temperature drops to 29.3°C. The number of rainy days this month increases to 16, which could lead to several rainy days in a row. However, October also has clear days with bright sunshine, which can be perfect for a beach holiday.
November in the Krabi Islands is also characterized by periods of rain, which can last for several days in a row. The average daily temperature is 30.5°C and the average nighttime temperature drops to 24.8°C. The temperature of the water in the sea remains at about the same level - 29.4°C. The number of rainy days reaches 18, but there can also be clear days when you can enjoy the warm sea and the sun.
December on the Krabi Islands is characterized by relatively dry weather, but short rains are still possible. The average daily temperature is 30.1°C and the average nighttime temperature drops to 23.8°C. The sea temperature drops to 28.8°C. The number of rainy days is reduced to 10. During this period of the year, you can enjoy the bright sun and gentle breeze on the beach, but be aware that the nights can be cool, especially at the end of the month.
Pranang is a beach on the Railay Peninsula, surrounded by rocks on which tropical plants grow. You can get to Pranang by sea and from Krabi airports. You can walk here from the neighboring Railay Beach, admiring the rocks with stalactites.
The visiting card of Pranang Beach is the emerald-colored sea water and the shore with white sand, on which it is pleasant to bask in the sun.
Sandy bottom, smooth descent, clear, clean sea water, through the thickness of which you can see the underwater world - what could be better!
Railay is a resort peninsula with one of the most popular beaches in Thailand, Railay Beach. Many take the resort for an island because of its location: on the one hand, it is surrounded by large rocks, impenetrable jungle and expanses of water. Therefore, the only way to get to the beach is by sea. Vacationers love this place not only because of the unique natural beauty, but also because of the remoteness from civilization.
Ao Nang is a popular beach in Krabi province. Suitable for European resort holidays. The peculiarity of Ao Nang is a wide beach with fine sand, surrounded by rocks covered with greenery. The popularity of the beach among vacationers is determined by affordable pricing and numerous types of leisure activities.
The length of the beach is about 1.5 km. The coast is covered with golden sand interspersed with shell fragments. The descent into the water is gentle with a sandy bottom. The bottom is pleasant to the touch, without shells and stones. The sea is always calm here. The water is warm all year round. However, the beach has its own peculiarity - a little muddy water. At low tide, the bottom surface with a length of about 200-300 meters opens up to vacationers.
Tup Kaek is a small wild beach with a length of 1000 meters, located on the west coast of Krabi province.
You can get here by car or motorcycle. Transport can be rented.
The beach is covered with coarse-grained yellow-brown sand and shell rock. Entry into the water is gradual, gentle. The maximum depth of the slope in the water is located approximately 25-30 meters from the shore. The water is clear, the sea is always calm. Bathing depends on the tides. At low tide, the edge of the surf recedes from the shore by 100 meters or more. A zigzag relief opens before tourists at this time. At high tide, the beach is almost completely submerged, the waves crashing against the roots of the trees.
Many tourists mistakenly think that Maya Bay is an island. In fact, this is a picturesque bay located on the uninhabited island of Phi Phi Le. The main feature of this place is its location. The beach is surrounded by high cliffs, which makes it almost invisible.
The nature of Maya Bay is literally mesmerizing - the beach with beautiful, soft, fine coral sand is surrounded by rocks covered with greenery. The turquoise sea seems special here. And at the bottom of the bay is a beautiful coral reef.
Poda is an uninhabited island closest to the coast of Ao Nang in Krabi province, 8 km from the mainland of Thailand.
Poda Beach is a narrow strip of sandy shore that encircles the entire island. The length is 1600 meters. You can get here by sea.
The island of Poda itself is a high cliff 230 meters high, surrounded by a sandy shore with soft white sand and covered with tropical greenery.
The island is distinguished by the presence of a large number of monkeys on it. Tourists should carefully monitor their belongings, as monkeys are prone to stealing.
Bamboo is located on Phi Phi and is a small uninhabited island with vegetation atypical for Thailand. The beauty of the surrounding landscape, the beautiful beach with soft sand and clear sea water make the place unforgettable.
The length of Bamboo is only 600 meters long and 400 wide. The beach is surrounded by a coniferous grove. The trees provide plenty of natural shade, which makes staying on the beach comfortable on a sunny day. The descent into the water is smooth, gentle. The beach is popular with tourists, so Bamba is always crowded. Fans of a quieter holiday can retire away from the center of the beach.
Koh Pak Bia is located next to Koh Phi Phi. Tourists are attracted to the island by nature and a stunning beach. However, the beach itself is not quite suitable for swimming, as there are numerous coral fragments at the bottom. Because of this, you can only be in the water in special shoes. Due to the diversity of the underwater world, divers and snorkellers prefer to visit the island. The beach can be reached by sea. The infrastructure on the island is completely absent.
Klong Muang Beach is covered with soft white sand. Tropical vegetation extends along the entire coastline.
The descent into the water is gentle, but it is worth remembering that after 20 meters it will be deep. The seabed is sandy. At low tide, the seabed, strewn with stones, appears before the vacationers.
The beach is great for families. The absence of bars, noisy establishments makes the rest calm. There is a cafe on the beach where you can buy drinks and taste national cuisine. Near Klong Maung is a hotel with a swimming pool, restaurant and spa.
Nopparat Thara is located on the coast of the Andaman Sea of the Krabi National Park. This place is popular with experienced tourists. Vacationers are attracted not only by beauty, but also by the cleanliness of the beach, as well as affordable prices.
You can get to Nopparat Tara by land transport (car, bike).
Tropical vegetation is rubbed parallel to the narrow beach sandy strip. Among the trees there are palms and casuarinas.
Hong Island is located in the province of Krabi. This is a picturesque place, inside of which there is a lagoon, hidden behind high cliffs.
Hong Beach is a paradise for lovers of solitude. The beauty of the area is mesmerizing. The sand on the beach is fine-grained and soft. At a distance of 7 meters from the shore is a coral reef. Almost the entire island is covered with tropical vegetation. Monitor lizards live on Koh Hong. They are the main feature of the island.
But the island lacks infrastructure. Vacationers can only rent a kayak.
On the beach you can sunbathe and swim, admire the beauty of nature, and also go diving.
The best place for a family vacation is Centara Beach. Sheer cliffs separate it from the surrounding area. You can get here from the beach of Ao Nang by stairs leading through the mountainside.
The beach is free and open to everyone. Despite this, there are few tourists here. This place is perfect for a relaxing holiday. The beach infrastructure on the shore is available only for hotel guests. Foreign tourists are placed on towels. The sand on the shore is coarse, there are shells and small stones. For vacationers, there is an opportunity to dive with a mask or scuba gear.
Ko Jum is a fairly large island. The attraction of the place lies in the natural beauty. Jum can be safely attributed to a place for a quiet holiday. In some parts of the beach, the coast is rocky.
The sea on the island of Ko Jum is always calm, the water is clear, turquoise. The descent into the water is gentle. Being on the beach is comfortable thanks to the shaded areas.
On the island is the village of Baan Koh Jum, which is a tourist center. You can rent a vehicle from the hotel to travel around the island.
Ao Nam Mao is a Thai village located next to the shell graveyard. Ao Nam Mao Beach is located in a small bay. You can get here both by highway and by sea.
The beach of Ao Nam Mao, unlike Ao Nang, is isolated from the noisy coastal streets. The beach itself is in disrepair. The coast is covered with coarse sand mixed with stones and shells. It is worth noting the presence of a large amount of garbage along the coast. This place is not suitable for swimming. At the end of the beach there is an inexpensive hotel and a cafe.
Ao Nam Mao is usually visited by tourists on a small budget and lovers of privacy. The place is not suitable for families with small children.
Ao Nam Mao is famous in Krabi for the fact that at night you can watch a bewitching sight - luminous plankton.
Fossil Shell is located near Ao Nam Mao Beach. This is a paid beach, the cost of visiting which increases with the onset of the weekend.
You can get to the beach by bus from Ao Nang.
The coast is covered with smooth slabs of fossilized remains of ancient mollusks. A feature of the resting place is the presence of installed posts along the entire coast of the beach with inscriptions of types of mollusks.
The place is very popular with vacationers. The beach is always crowded. In memory of Fossil Shell, tourists can buy a souvenir or jewelry made of pearls they like. Souvenir products are sold in a tent set up on the beach. The best time to visit the beach is at low tide.
Pan is a quiet and peaceful place, located about 10 km from Ao Nang beach. You can get to the beach by land transport. The peculiarity of the beach is its surroundings with rocks. The coastline is wide. The coast is covered with fine-grained sand. The entrance to the water is smooth. The sea is clean and calm. This is a quiet, peaceful place.
There is no infrastructure on the beach. The place is perfect for a secluded holiday away from the hustle and bustle of entertainment. At low tide you can see the rocky seabed.
