Krabi, Thailand
A group of limestone islands with a hidden lagoon, white beaches and snorkelling — a favourite day trip from Ao Nang.
Koh Hong
A hidden lagoon enclosed by tall cliffs, entered by boat or kayak through a narrow gap at high tide. Inside, the water is calm and green and the walls are hung with plants — this "room" gives the island its name.
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A white sand beach in a sheltered bay with clear water for swimming and snorkelling. Tours usually stop here for free time.
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Steps up the island lead to a lookout over the bay and the other islands of the group. The climb is steep, so bring proper shoes and water.
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Hong Islands group
Smaller islands in the group with quiet beaches and clear water. Tours usually stop at one or two of them on the way back to Ao Nang.
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Krabi, Thailand
Served on most island tours.
Krabi, Thailand
A common tour lunch, eaten on the beach.
Included on most tours
Island tours usually include a simple Thai lunch.
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Plenty of choice for dinner after the trip.
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Krabi, Thailand
Close to the pier, quieter than Ao Nang.
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)The islands are in a national park: do not touch coral or feed fish, and take all rubbish back. Use reef-safe sunscreen.
Koh Hong ("room island") is named after the lagoon enclosed by its cliffs, reached by boat or kayak at high tide. The trip usually stops at other islands in the group and a viewpoint on Koh Hong itself.
Leave in the morning by longtail or speedboat.
Enter the lagoon by boat or kayak at high tide.
Swim, snorkel and climb to the viewpoint.
Stop at Koh Pakbia or Koh Lading before returning.
November to April.
Longtail or speedboat tours from Ao Nang and Nopparat Thara pier.
The Hong Islands are reached only by boat, usually on a tour from Ao Nang or Nopparat Thara pier. Kayaks can be rented on some tours to explore the lagoon.
National park fee applies. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and water shoes.
