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If you’re traveling to Krabi, Thailand, odds are you’ll be looking to book one or more Krabi island tours while you’re there. And rightfully so – this whole region is just begging to be explored by boat with 200 or so islands around.

There are 3 main types of Krabi island tours:

• 4 Islands (very close to Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Railay)
• Phi Phi Islands (halfway between Ao Nang/Krabi Town/Railay and Phuket)
• James Bond Island / Phang Nga Bay (close to Phuket)

Having visited Krabi twice now and sampled all 3 types of Krabi island tours, I can tell you that they are ALL fantastic and worthwhile. Do all 3 if you can. And if you can’t, then read on and see which appeals to you more :)

If you’re soon to be Krabi-bound, I have a few very important tips for you:

• Base yourself in Ao Nang. Is it the nicest place to stay in Krabi, no – but it’s the most convenient if you’re doing boat trips around Krabi. Pretty much all tours pick up and drop off in Ao Nang. If you’re staying in Railay or Krabi Town, you will likely have to make your own way to Ao Nang (whether it’s by bus or taxi from Krabi Town, or long tail boat from Railay). Some Krabi island tours may include pick-up from Railay, but it’s often an additional charge.
• If your Krabi trip is more than a few days: stay in Ao Nang for the first part of your Krabi trip while you do your boat tours, then stay in Railay for the last part of your trip and chill. This is what I did on my most recent trip to Krabi and it was 1000000% the right move. 
• Book your Krabi island tours ahead of time online. Sure, you could wing it and just book the cheapest options in town when you get there. But don’t be surprised when you end up in a huge group with guides that hardly speak English and make no efforts to avoid the crowds.

I’m all for being spontaneous and waiting til the last possible minute to commit to a plan, but I feel very strongly that it’s best to book your Krabi island tours before you arrive there. That way you can read the reviews, check the itineraries, and ensure that you’re actually booking a quality tour. 

And lucky for you, I’ve done all the research and testing for you! That’s right, the very best Krabi island tours are highlighted below in this blog post. They are all very highly rated and bound to guarantee you an excellent time out around the islands. 

Planning a trip to Krabi?

These are the sites I use and recommend for booking travel:

Accommodation in Krabi: Booking.com

Flights to Thailand: Skyscanner

Transport in Thailand: 12Go

Activities in Krabi: GetYourGuide or Viator

Travel insurance for Thailand: Safety Wing or World Nomads

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Krabi 4 Islands Tour

If you can only book one Krabi island tour while visiting Ao Nang, Krabi, or Railay, let it be the 4 Islands Tour.

Why? Because most other Krabi island tours you can do from Phuket, as those islands are closer to it. But the 4 islands are further away from Phuket, and they’re much easier to access from Ao Nang or Railay (all within a 20-30 minute boat ride).

Not to mention, the 4 islands are flippin’ gorgeous!

The Krabi 4 Islands Tours stop at:

• Chicken Island (Koh Gai) – An island with a limestone rock formation shaped like a chicken head (it’s easily viewed from the water, so doesn’t necessarily require a dedicated stop)
• Tup Island (Koh Tup) – An island connected to two others by sandbar at low tide. It’s got beautiful crystal clear water for swimming.
• Poda Island (Koh Poda) – Has a beautiful and expansive white sand beach with picturesque views of limestone rock formations protruding from the water. The best spot for sunbathing.
• Railay – Technically not an island, but is only accessible by boat so feels like one :) Typically stops at Phra Nang Beach (one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Thailand!) and cave.

Though all of the 4 Islands Tours from Krabi stop at the same islands in varying order, the most common itinerary has an early afternoon start and finishes up with sunset on Phra Nang Beach in Railay, followed by a swim with the bio luminescence (phosphorescent plankton) nearby once it starts getting dark. A handful of tours may opt to start early to avoid the crowds, and finish earlier without the sunset or plankton swim.

Here are the best 4 Islands Tours from Krabi:

4 Islands Tour with Thalassa

The Thalassa 4 Islands Tour stops at the aforementioned four islands, plus Koh Sii: an island slightly further from the Krabi coast that offers excellent snorkeling. It ends with sunset at Railay and night snorkeling, as many similar tours do.

This is supposedly the only Krabi 4 Islands Tour done by speedboat (most use a traditional longtail boat instead, which is slower and less comfortable). That means less time spent in transit and more time spent on the islands! (And it’s how they’re able to stop at Koh Sii as well, which would be too far away for a longtail boat tour to fit in).

Thalassa tours are marketed as “semi-private”, which essentially means that they have smaller groups on board and provide a high touch experience to guests which makes it FEEL like a semi-private tour.

It’s also worth noting that Thalassa also offers a different version of this tour with an eco focus (though as of June 2023, it’s not being offered). I’m not sure if or when their 4 Islands Eco Tour will return, but it runs from 9am-5pm, swaps out the sunset and night snorkeling for a beach cleanup instead, and is half the price of the regular 4 Islands Tour.

4 Islands Tour with Thalassa Time: 1pm-7:30pm Price: ฿3100 (~ US$94) TripAdvisor Rating : 5.0 / 435+ reviews Choose this Krabi 4 Islands Tour if: You prefer to travel with a smaller group; great snorkelling is important to you; you’d rather travel by speedboat CLICK TO BOOK THIS TOUR  

5 Island Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Krabi Sunset Cruises

Yes, you read that right – it’s 5 islands instead of 4!

This sunset cruise skips Koh Tup and stops instead at two small islands just off the coast of Railay (along with Poda Island, Chicken Island, and Railay). Though technically , this tour doesn’t actually stop *at* the islands but rather, close to them – so if being able to step onto each island and take lots of photos there is important to you, this may not be the Krabi 4 Islands tour for you.

Instead, Krabi Sunset Cruises uses an old junk (aka a pirate ship) with huge sails for its tours. This tour centers more around the epic boat than the islands: it’s all about relaxing on the deck with a drink, jumping off the top level, and paddling around the islands with a kayak or stand-up paddleboard (if you feel like it). It’s less of a tour, and more of an experience.

Like many of the other Krabi 4 Islands Tours, this one ends with sunset at Railay and a bio luminescence swim after dark.

5 Island Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Krabi Sunset Cruises Time: 2pm-8pm Price: ฿2800 (~ US$93) TripAdvisor Rating : 5.0 / 1100+ reviews Choose this Krabi 4 Islands Tour if: You’d rather chill and soak up the vibes than sightsee; you want to try your hand at paddling without it being the main focus of the tour; you want to feel like you’re on a pirate ship CLICK TO BOOK THIS TOUR  

Phi Phi Island Tour

The Phi Phi islands are an absolute must-do for anyone visiting Phuket… but did you know that you can book Phi Phi island tours from Krabi as well?

Yup it’s true! Koh Phi Phi is actually about halfway between Phuket and Krabi, which means travel time is nearly the same no matter which location you depart from.

So if you’re planning a trip to Krabi, you should definitely consider Phi Phi as one of your Krabi island tours to book!

The Phi Phi islands need no introduction, because odds are you’ve seen the photos or watched The Beach. Maya Bay is the runaway star of the islands, home to a beach so beautiful that its image will be forever seared in your mind. You’re not allowed to swim here anymore, but you can walk in up to your knees.

And there are several other worthwhile places to see around the islands, from stunning lagoons to epic snorkeling spots to picturesque beaches (where you CAN swim). Just know that no matter when and where you go around Koh Phi Phi, there WILL be other people around – it’s a very popular area, with little that’s off the beaten track – but for good reason!

Most Phi Phi island tours stop at:

• Maya Bay – A stunning white sand beach encircled by limestone cliffs, made famous by The Beach.
• Pi Leh Bay (Lagoon) – A deep blue-colored lagoon often filled with boats. There’s not really anywhere to land in the lagoon, so visitors tend to either party on their boat or swim just off of it.
• Monkey Beach – If you want to see wild monkeys, this is the place (though they are known to steal things from visitors, and can get aggressive). The beach is a short walk from the bay where your boat will stop, but you can usually spot monkeys climbing the rocks around the bay without having to leave the boat.
• Viking Cave – A very cool-looking cave you can peek into while passing by on the boat. Around the corner is an excellent snorkeling spot.
• Bamboo Island – A very popular place where you can hang out on the white sand beach and swim. It’s easy to avoid the crowds just by walking further down the beach, away from where the boats anchor. It’s also a good spot to have lunch (many tour groups do when they stop here).

Here are the best Phi Phi Islands Tours from Krabi:

Koh Phi Phi Tour with Thalassa

Thalassa also runs a semi-private (small group) tour to the Phi Phi islands (I believe the max is 16 guests?). There’s more of a focus on snorkeling with this particular tour, and depending on conditions, there will be multiple opportunities to snorkel.

The Koh Phi Phi Tour is their most popular tour and it’s extremely highly rated on TripAdvisor, so you really can’t go wrong with this one. Note that there is an extra charge if you’re not staying in Ao Nang and need to be picked up/dropped off at Railay or Krabi town.

Koh Phi Phi Tour with Thalassa Time: 8am-3pm Price: ฿3250 (~ US$99) TripAdvisor Rating : 5.0 / 576+ reviews Choose this Phi Phi Islands Tour if: You prefer a small group tour; you want to do lots of snorkelling CLICK TO BOOK THIS TOUR  

Phi Phi + 4 Islands Tour with Krabi Ezy Trails

One excellent reason to book a Phi Phi Island tour from Krabi instead of Phuket is that there are some tours that add on additional island stops on the way there and back, which gives you more bang for your buck.

Krabi Ezy Trails offers a combo Phi Phi + 4 Islands Tour, ideal for anyone who might not have time or money to book the two separate tours, or for those prone to seasickness who want to limit the amount of time they spend on boats. The latter is definitely me, which was my main reason for booking this tour.

I’m very happy with that decision and I absolutely LOVED this experience! Also happy to report that not once did I feel rushed, despite having so many stops to cover on this tour. It felt like just enough time to enjoy each location. And I didn’t get seasick!

It’s also worth mentioning that this is not a small group tour like Thalassa’s. Our group had ~25 people in it, which didn’t feel like too much.

This Phi Phi island tour is marketed as an “Early Bird – Avoid The Crowds” tour, but it’s important to set appropriate expectations for what exactly this means.

Yes, this tour starts earlier than most (if not all) other tours to Phi Phi islands, but it doesn’t go straight to Maya Bay. The boat stops at another island on the way (Koh Tup) for breakfast, then arrives at Maya Bay just before 9am when plenty of others are already there. But it ended up being fine because the earlier you get there, the more water will be covered in shadows and not looking electric blue like you see in photos. And the later you get there, the more crowded it gets. Maya Bay at 9am seemed to be the best balance between the two variables.

And yes, Krabi Ezy Trails does its best to avoid the crowds… but c’mon, this is Phi Phi, an extremely popular tourist spot. There’s really no *avoiding* the crowds, just minimizing them, which this tour did as much as possible.

Since there are more stops on this tour vs. a regular Phi Phi island tour from Krabi, be ready for a LONG day of aquatic adventuring! The boat leaves Ao Nang at 7am, which means you’ll get picked up from your hotel even earlier than that. We returned around 5pm (though it says 4pm on their website), making it a solid 10 hours in the Thai heat. If you’re someone who’s sensitive to hot weather and the sun, you may want to opt for a shorter tour instead of this one (though there’s plenty of undercover seating on the boat and shady spots on some of the islands).

Phi Phi + 4 Islands Tour with Krabi Ezy Trails Time: 7am-4pm Price: ฿2500 (~ US$78) TripAdvisor Rating : 5.0 / 372+ reviews Choose this Phi Phi Islands Tour if: You want to avoid the crowds as much as possible; you want to save time and money by doing Phi Phi and the 4 Islands in one tour; you don’t mind a very long day with lots of stops and time spent in the sun CLICK TO BOOK THIS TOUR  

Phang Nga Bay / James Bond Island Tour

A boat trip around Phang Nga Bay is an absolute MUST-DO if you’re in Phuket or Krabi.

James Bond Island (Koh Tapu) is the most well known of the many picturesque islands in the bay; it just happens to be the most well known, thanks to appearing in a James Bond movie. Consequently, many Phang Nga Bay tours will be marketed as James Bond Island tours.

On James Bond Island there’s a man-made beach that swarms with tourists, so if massive crowds don’t appeal to you, you might want to look for James Bond Island tours that don’t actually stop at the island. Both of the tours I recommend below don’t stop at James Bond Island, but you’ll be able to see it and take photos as your boat passes by.

Also note that Phang Nga Bay is much further afield, which is why you won’t find too many tours to this area operating out of Krabi. There are many more options for James Bond Island tours from Phuket, which cruise around Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, catamaran, or larger boat, depending on the operator.

Hong Island is another landmark in Phang Nga Bay. It actually merits its own dedicated tour, that’s how incredible it is – but it’s often an included stop on the James Bond Island tours, so it’s like a 2-for-1 special if you book it.

Hong Island is blessed with a lovely lagoon, one of the most beautiful beaches in Thailand, and a ridiculously impressive viewpoint some 200+ steps above. It is understandably very busy during the day, and less so early morning or late afternoon. It’s likely that a James Bond Island tour won’t stop at all of these locations around Hong Island, so pay close attention to the tour itinerary and make sure whatever tour you book includes the locations you want to see.

There are dozens (hundreds?) of other islands around Phang Nga Bay, some of which you’ll cruise past, swim off of, or land on. There are limestone cliffs and rock formations everywhere you look out here: truly, the journey is the best part of any James Bond Island tour.

Many James Bond Island tours include an option for canoeing or kayaking, and there are a few where paddling is the main focus of the tour. I recommend booking a tour where you at least have the option to try it even if it’s not the focus, because it is an extremely cool experience paddling into the hongs (Thai for “rooms”; in this case, the hongs are more like enclosed pools) around Phang Nga Bay. Hong Island is only one of them!

James Bond Island / Phang Nga Bay tours often stop at:

• James Bond Island
• Hong Island
• Panak Island
• Koh Panyi floating village

Here are the best Phang Nga Bay / James Bond Island Tours:

James Bond Island Tour with Thalassa

The James Bond Island Tour was the tour I elected to do with Thalassa on my recent trip to Krabi. Unlike the 4 Islands Tours and Phi Phi Tours, this one has a completely unique itinerary, visiting locations that no other tours stop at. You’ll be dropped off on islands with completely empty beaches, and avoid the crowds at the more popular stops. It’s Robinson Crusoe vibes to the MAX.

Very few tours to James Bond Island run from Krabi because it’s quite a distance to cover. Thalassa makes it worth the journey by incorporating several stops along the way, plus they’re able to travel faster with a speedboat. It didn’t feel like too much time in transit at all, so don’t worry about it taking too long to get there.

They stop the boat close to James Bond Island and allow plenty of time for photos (complete with James Bond movie music + photo props!). We also had lunch at a secluded spot on Koh Yao Noi, snorkelled off of a random island with red rock, and swam off of another island with incredible views and gorgeous white sand. Like the other Thalassa tours, this one is also semi-private: our group felt small and personalized with about 15 guests, and we had plenty of room to spread out around the boat.

Later in the day, once the crowds dissipated, we cruised around Hong Island lagoon, then went around to its stunning beach for one final swim. You can opt to hike up to the Hong Island viewpoint at this time, which I strongly suggest doing even if the humidity + the hundreds of stairs sound like a nightmare. The view of Phang Nga Bay and Hong Island beach from up here is PHENOMENAL.

James Bond Island Tour with Thalassa Time: 9am-5pm Price: ฿3500 (~ US$106) TripAdvisor Rating : 5.0 / 262+ reviews Choose this James Bond Island Tour if: You want an off-the-beaten-path adventure; you prefer to avoid the crowds and the tourist traps; you want to see some of the lesser-known islands around Phang Nga Bay; you want to snorkel CLICK TO BOOK THIS TOUR  

Hong by Starlight Tour with John Gray’s Sea Canoe

It may be strange to include a tour that doesn’t run from Krabi, and may or may not include James Bond Island, in this blog post – but I did this Hong by Starlight Tour 8 years ago and it still stands as one of my favorite travel experiences ever, so how could I not?

So yes, John Gray’s Hong by Starlight tour departs from Phuket, not Krabi. It does not stop at James Bond Island, and there is no mention of it in the tour itinerary; however, on my tour we definitely paddled near it (close enough to take pictures), and some recent TripAdvisor reviews mention seeing James Bond Island (though some also mention NOT seeing it). I suspect that depending on conditions, you may or may not get to paddle close to James Bond Island, so it’s not a selling point of this tour.

But trust me when I say that it doesn’t matter! James Bond Island may get all the glory, but it’s just one of many pretty islands in Phang Nga Bay. No matter where you end up going on this tour, you’re gonna see some epic landscapes and enjoy some memorable adventures.

If you are dead set on seeing James Bond Island, you can book one of John Gray’s James Bond Island tours – they run one in the morning and one later in the day. However, I HIGHLY advise booking the the Hong by Starlight Tour instead.

With this Phang Nga Bay tour, you get a full day of adventuring on a big boat, featuring a few kayaking excursions around the hongs and islands in “sea canoes”, which are essentially inflatable kayaks. You learn just how crucial the inflatable aspect is when you’re paddling through some very tight caves that require you to deflate the kayak a bit, lean back, and get as low as you can. Thankfully for these paddle sessions, you’ll be paired with a guide who will take care of it all for you. It’s a VERY cool and unique experience, something you’re unlikely to experience anywhere else on your travels.

Then later in the day, you’ll make a “kratong” out of flowers and banana leaves and release it out into the sea after sunset, and paddle through phosphorescent plankton that appear as glowing blue dots underwater.

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Hong by Starlight Tour with John Gray’s Sea Canoe Time: 12-8pm Price: ฿3950 (~ US$114) TripAdvisor Rating : 5.0 / 641+ reviews Choose this James Bond Island Tour if: You aren’t fussed about seeing James Bond Island itself; you want to do lots of paddling; you want to explore caves and hongs; you’re up for an ADVENTURE moreso than a relaxing boat ride CLICK TO BOOK THIS TOUR  

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Krabi: 4 Island Tour from Ao Nang

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The 4 Island Tour is one of the most popular excursions in Krabi and approaches some of the most beautiful beaches in the whole region. All destinations on the 4 Island Tour in Krabi are located directly off the coast of Ao Nang, which is why the holiday location is a great starting point.

Day trip in Krabi – the 4 Island Tour

You can read in our report today about where the 4 Island Tour is headed, what picturesque destinations it contains in Krabi, what it costs and how everything works.

How to get to Ao Nang

Accommodation in ao nang – our hotel tip, ao nang: tours and tickets, tickets for the krabi 4 island tour.

There are many ways to buy tickets for the Krabi 4 Island Tour. You can buy a ticket for a private tour by longtail boat at the ticket booths on the beach or simply book it at your hotel, any travel agency or at a tour seller in Ao Nang.

You can also book the Krabi 4 Island Tour online in advance and secure your ticket when planning your trip. Here you will find the tickets for the tour by speedboat or longtail boat .

The prices are roughly the same for all options. The tickets cost around 500-800 baht per person for a tour with a longtail boat or 1000-1500 baht per person for a Krabi 4 Island Tour with a speedboat.

Note : The national park fee is not included in the ticket prices. That means there are additional costs of 400 baht (adults) or 200 baht (children) per person. These are collected by the tour provider at the start of the tour and later handed over to the park rangers on the islands.

The Krabi 4 Island Tour procedure

If you book a Krabi 4 Island Tour, you will be picked up at your hotel in the morning between 8.00 A.M. and 9.00 A.M. – depending on where you stay, e.g. in Ao Nang, Krabi Town or Klong Muang. After that you will go to the pier at Noppharat Thara Beach , where most tours start.

Now you have an approximately 20-minute boat ride ahead of you to get to Railay Beach West . More guests could be collected there and then it will take another few minutes to Phra Nang Cave Beach , the first stop of the tour.

The next stop is Tub Island , before heading to either Chicken Island or Koh Poda , where lunch is on the schedule. Accordingly, the last stop before returning to Ao Nang is also Chicken Island or Koh Poda, where you can relax and swim.

You can read and see what awaits you at the various stops, as well as some pictures of the islands in the following points:

1. Phra Nang Cave Beach

Phra Nang Cave Beach is usually the first stop on the Krabi 4 Island Tour and is located on the east coast of the Railay Peninsula. You can also walk to it from Railay East in a few minutes. It is one of the most popular beaches and at lunchtime it can get very crowded, at least in the main season.

The scenery of Phra Nang Cave Beach is gorgeous with limestone cliffs, fine sand, turquoise water and is definitely one of the most beautiful beaches on the mainland of Krabi. But visitors don’t just come for a swim, they also go climbing on the rocks or visiting the Phra Nang Cave (also known as Princess Cave ) with the famous Penis Shrine.

Legend has it that the Phra Nang Cave is a stone-turned virgin who lived in Krabi centuries ago. At her wedding there were disputes between many admirers and the future husband. When a hermit from a nearby cave tried to settle the dispute and it didn’t work, he used his magical powers to turn everyone involved into stone. Allegedly, these then became Phra Nang Cave, Chicken Island, Koh Poda and other islands.

Nowadays, many of the phallic symbols are deposited there when Thai couples want to have children because it is believed to increase fertility.

Furthermore, there is a small island in the middle of the beach, which you can reach via a sandbar at low tide. You will also find many boats in the middle, which are actually small restaurants.

2. Tub Island

The second destination on the tour is Tub Island, sometimes written as Tup Island . The small island lies between Chicken Island and Koh Poda. Tub Island actually consists of two small islands, Koh Mor and Koh Tub , which are connected by a sandbar.

Another sandbar, which is a spectacular highlight, is accessible only at low tide. So you can’t completely influence it and have to be lucky on your Krabi 4 Island Tour. But if your visit is at low tide, you can walk over the sandbar to the next island, which is Chicken Island .

Tub Island is also a popular place for snorkeling. Especially on the side that points towards Koh Poda you can see some colorful fish near the beach and go snorkeling directly from the beach.

3. Chicken Island

The third stop is Koh Gai , better known as Chicken Island or Koh Poda Nok. The name comes from a rock at the southern end, which with some imagination resembles the head of a chicken.

Note : Depending on the tour, the program is sometimes changed and Koh Poda is approached in third place and Chicken Island comes last. But that doesn’t make a big difference for you.

It is usually very quiet on Chicken Island and of all the destinations mentioned it has the fewest visitors. There you can relax on the beach and walk over the sandbar at low tide, just like on Koh Tub, or go to the Chicken Island Viewpoint . It is located directly in front of the sandbar, where you only have to climb a short distance near the hut. Ropes will help you to ascend, but it’s actually not too difficult.

4. Koh Poda

The last stop is now Koh Poda . White sandy beach and turquoise water are waiting for you here, but on the other hand, so are most visitors and boats. However, there are zoned off areas where the boats are not allowed to go in and which are therefore still great for swimming.

The north of Koh Poda with the island Koh Ma Tang Ming in front of it, where you look towards the mainland of Krabi, is the most popular place on the island. With little bit of luck you can also see fish while snorkeling here. If you walk a little further along the beach towards the south, that means towards Koh Tub and Chicken Island, you will quickly see that there are fewer visitors and therefore more peace.

Koh Poda is part of the Had Noppharatthara – Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park and offers the most amenities for visitors with a small shop, restrooms and smoking areas. However, garbage cans are not provided and all visitors are instructed to take their garbage back to the mainland with them. The lunch break of the day tours is usually made on Koh Poda and a buffet is set up there or you get a lunch box, depending on the provider.

Conclusion on the Krabi 4 Island Tour

The Krabi 4 Island Tour covers some of the most beautiful destinations off the coast of Ao Nang and is therefore absolutely worth it. The tour is especially perfect for visitors who don’t spend too many days in Krabi. This way you can visit four destinations in one day instead of just going to one island with the longtail boats on the beach.

We can recommend this tour to you if you want to explore the island world of Krabi.

Plan your trip to Krabi now

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More hotel recommendations for Krabi:

• Highlight: Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas
• Ao Nang: Deevana Krabi Resort
• Railay Beach: Railay Phutawan Resort
• Krabi Town: River Front Hotel

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• Bangkok – Krabi
• Phuket – Krabi
• Chiang Mai – Krabi

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Hi, I'm Tobi, a passionate travel blogger and freelancer in translations and copy writing. Mostly I travel around Southeast Asia and work remotely from different locations. If you want to know where I am or what I'm doing, just follow me on Twitter , Instagram or Facebook .

This area of Thailand is so beautiful, some of the most stunning beaches I’ve seen. Did you go to Railay beach? I absolutely loved it there.

Hi Laura, Yes, we’ve been to Railay a couple of times – we love it! 🙂 Marcel

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Krabi 4 Islands Tour: Everything You Need to Know!

Posted on Last updated: January 14, 2024

Need help planning your four islands tour in Krabi, Thailand? You’ve come to the right place!

The four island tour is one of the most popular activities in Krabi, and it’s easy to see why. You’ll be taken to deserted islands with pristine beaches, crystal clear water and unique rock formations.

On my last trip to Thailand we booked ourselves a private 4 islands long-tail boat tour, and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Krabi.

In this article I have outlined everything you need to know about this epic boat trip. Including information about the islands you will visit, what to do once there, the best tours, what to pack and more!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s dive in and start planning your perfect Krabi 4 Islands tour!

• 1 About Krabi and the Four Islands
• 2.1 Koh Poda
• 2.2 Koh Tub & Koh Mor
• 2.3 Chicken Island 
• 2.4 The Other Side of Chicken Island (and Koh Poda)
• 2.5 Phra Nang Cave Beach
• 3 The 7 Island Tour Krabi
• 4 Best 4 Islands Krabi Tours 
• 5 Our experience doing a 4 islands tour in Krabi
• 6 Where to stay for your Krabi Four Islands tour
• 7 What to pack for your 4 Island tour in Krabi

Enjoying our private four islands longtail boat tour in Krabi, Thailand, with Railay Beach behind me

About Krabi and the Four Islands

Island hopping in Krabi is super fun. One of the best ways to get involved in this adventure is to book yourself onto a tour of the four nearby islands just off the coast — arguably one of the popular tours in the area.

Named Koh Poda, Chicken Island, Koh Tub, and Koh Mor, these four little land masses are pieces of paradise, boasting pristine beaches, snorkelling spots galore and all the beautiful scenery you’d expect.  

We were staying in Railay Beach , one of the most famous beaches in Thailand, but personally we found that the beaches of Four Islands were considerably prettier than Railay Beach.

The sand is whiter, the water is clearer and the surrounding nature is wilder, more untouched. They’re gorgeous islands, just waiting to be discovered!

Discover some of the most popular Krabi 4 Island tours below!

Enjoying the beach at Koh Poda, one of the islands you will visit on a 4 Islands Boat Tour from Krabi

Four Islands Tour Overview  

There are lots of companies that offer the chance to embark on the famed Krabi Four Islands tour . Most of these tours offer the same sorts of things, but sometimes in different orders and in slight variations.

All tours usually include pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, lunch, drinks on the boat and snorkelling equipment.

They might visit them in different orders, but on any four islands tour in Krabi, you’ll be guaranteed stops at the following spots in the Krabi Archipelago.

This island, known for its stunning beaches and super clear water, lies just off the coast of Krabi. It’s actually the largest of the four islands and is a super dreamy spot to drop anchor and explore for a while.

The white sand beaches lapped by turquoise seas are the main draw here, but you can’t discount the vibrant coral reef teeming with life just offshore — don’t forget your snorkelling gear!

You won’t get high-end bars or development here, it’s just a rustic place to kick back and enjoy the scenery.

The beautiful beach of Koh Poda in Krabi, Thailand

The crystal clear water of Koh Poda in Krabi, Thailand

Koh Tub & Koh Mor

The twin islands of Koh Tub (also Koh Tup – or Tup Island and Tub Island in English) and Koh Mor are two tiny slivers of land linked by a sandbar.

Called Talay Waek, this cool sandbar only reveals itself properly at low tide and can actually be walked across by visitors on the four islands tour.

Koh Tub itself is surrounded by typically sparkling waters that brim with tropical fish and colourful corals, attracting tourists from around the world; Koh Mor is equally as stunning, but feels even more remote than its neighbour.

Koh Tub and Koh Mor connected by a sandbar in Krabi, Thailand

Chicken Island  

Chicken Island (Koh Kai in Thai) may seem like a weird name, but it’s actually because this island boasts a cool rock formation shaped like a chicken.

Lying just south of Koh Poda, it is also connected by a sandbar to Koh Mor and Koh Tub, making these three islands almost like one connected landmass.

When the tide is low, you can walk the Y-shaped sandbar between all three. It’s a unique stop-off on the tour for this reason, but also it’s a chance to snap pics of the rock formation (obviously).

Koh Kai also has a few facilities, like toilets and a beach bar or two, so you can grab a snack to eat if you’re feeling peckish.

The unique rock formation that gives Chicken Island its name

The Other Side of Chicken Island (and Koh Poda)

On the other side of Chicken Island, opposite to the shore where the sandbar connects, is where you’ll find the eponymous rock formation itself jutting out of the limestone cliffs.

You can also see smaller islets that dot the sea here, like Koh Khom, as well as some colourful marine life offshore.

Likewise, the other side of Koh Poda is a wilder, less crowded portion of the island known for its not-so-hidden but still not very busy Secret Beach.

Some tours will take you to these lesser-visited sides of each island.

The stunning beach and crystal clear water of Koh Kai (Chicken Island) in Krabi, Thailand

Phra Nang Cave Beach

Part of Railay peninsula, right on the southern tip opposite Koh Rang Nok, lies Phra Nang cave beach. This scenic spot is a popular place for the four island tour to end.

It’s not just picturesque: The cave is actually home to a shrine dedicated to the deity Phra Nang, goddess of fertility, which is decorated with stone phalluses of different shapes and sizes.

Since there is now a line of buoys to prevent boats from docking on Phra Nang Cave Beach, I don’t think any of the tours stop at this beach. They just cruise past it to show you the cool rock formations.

Phra Nang Cave Beach as seen from the ocean during our 4 islands boat tour

Walking along Phra Nang Cave Beach in Krabi, Thailand

The 7 Island Tour  Krabi

As I mentioned earlier, every Krabi four island tour package varies from the next one, but they all go to the same places.

If you want to do something different, there’s actually a seven islands tour , which obviously includes stops at three extra islands, plus a BBQ dinner at sunset, which is pretty cool.

Beyond the classic Koh Poda, Koh Kai, Koh Tub and Koh Mor, the Seven Islands tour also includes stops at Koh Yawasam, Koh Tan Ming and Koe Raeng.

Here you’ll find slightly less people, as most travellers stick to the four islands tour, which will give you the opportunity to enjoy beautiful beaches and snorkelling spots all to yourself.

It’s a great option if you want an all-day activity. The four island boat tours usually only take up half a day, but if you’re ready to spend a whole day at sea, this is the tour for you!

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Enjoying our private four islands longtail boat tour in Krabi, Thailand

Best 4 Islands Krabi Tours  

With so many different tours on offer it can be tricky to know which one to go for. I’ve selected a handful of the best and most popular ones online, so you can choose the one that’s right for you.

Just make sure to read reviews of these four island tours in Krabi, so you know exactly what to expect!

Krabi: 4 Islands Tour by Longtail Boat

This is the classic four island tour takes you to the four main islands by longtail boat. You’ll also stop off at the Phra Nang cave beach at Railay.

It’s a well organised tour that includes a Thai buffet lunch thrown in for the price. The guides are friendly and knowledgeable, plus you get a good amount of time at each location.

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Cruising to Koh Poda on our four islands Krabi boat tour (look at those corals below us!)

Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with BBQ Dinner and Snorkeling

Taking in not just four but seven islands in total, with this 7 islands tour you’ll be able to see the beauty of these tiny islets that scatter the coast around Krabi.

Not only will you get to touch down at these picturesque locales, but also be treated to a BBQ dinner on Koh Poda as the sun sets.

The day ends with a spectacular swim among bioluminescent plankton off the coast of Koh Raeng.

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Some of the fish and corals you can see when snorkelling on your four island Krabi tour (I took this from the boat, look at how good the visibility is!)

Krabi: Phi Phi Sunrise & 4 Islands by Speedboat with Lunch

The Phi Phi Islands may be quite far away, but you can get there thanks to a tour by a zippy speedboat.

This tour may start early (and it’s a long day), but it begins with a trip to Phi Phi for an incredible sunrise, and then whisks you to the famous four islands — via Maya Bay (famous as the location of The Beach ).

It’s pricier than just doing a four islands tour, but that’s because you’re basically getting two trips in the same tour! A day trip to Phi Phi , and your classic 4 Islands tour in Krabi.

It’s a great option for those who have a tight Thailand itinerary , so that you can see more in less time. It also includes lunch in Phi Phi Don, plus pick-up and drop-off from your Krabi hotel.

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Discovering the beautiful Maya Bay in Phi Phi Leh, Thailand

Discovering the beautiful and hidden Nui Beach in Koh Phi Phi Don, Thailand

Krabi: 4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box

While many of the tours of Krabi’s four islands take place on longtail boats, this tour one speeds things up by allowing you to jump aboard a speedboat.

I included this tour as I wanted to include a speedboat option, but to be entirely honest, I would suggest a long-tail boat tour over a speedboat one.

The four islands aren’t far from Railay Beach, so even with a long-tail boat, it won’t take long to reach them. Plus, you’ll have a more traditional Thai experience.

But if you have your heart set on a speedboat, then this tour is the best choice. You’ll travel in style to the four islands, and it also includes lunch on the beach.

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Railay: 4 Islands Sunset & Night Snorkel Boat Tour

This option really adds value to the four island tour.

Beyond the classic four islands, this tour also includes Railay Beach, specifically Ao Nang, with its amazing diving spots to glimpse an array of underwater tropical life.

You’ll get to see a sunset and even do a spot of night snorkelling, to see bioluminescent plankton. An unforgettable experience.

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Enjoying the sunset at Railay Beach West in Krabi, Thailand

Krabi: Private Long Tail Boat to the 4 Islands

If you want to keep things private, this private long-tail boat is a great option. Since I was travelling to Railay Beach with my family we opted for a private 4 Islands tour, and we couldn’t have made a better choice.

Having a private boat will give you more flexibility, allowing you to change the order of your stops from the classic tour, so as to visit each stop while the crowds are somewhere else.

Plus you’ll be able to spread out on the boat, and not be squished next to strangers. Like all the tours, it includes pick-up and drop-off, lunch and drinks.

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Cruising towards Railay Beach West in Krabi, Thailand

A beautiful hidden cove on the back side of Koh Poda in Krabi, Thailand

Krabi: Private 4 Islands & Sunset Dinner Luxury Speedboat

If a private tour isn’t enough, and you really want to splurge, this is the tour for you. You’ll do all the usual four islands stops, but on a luxury speedboat all to yourself.

Plus, add to it dinner with sunset over the ocean, and you have a magical travel bucket list experience ready. It’s perfect for special occasions or groups of friends who can split the cost.

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Our experience doing a 4 islands tour in Krabi

I was in Thailand with my parents and little sister, so we decided to opt for a private tour. It was the best decision we could have made, as it gave us more privacy and flexibility.

We didn’t book it until we arrived in Railay Beach, from one of the many tourist stands located on the main road of Railay Beach.

This was a bit risky, since we were there over New Years, and many of the boats were already booked out. However, since we were there for a week we had quite a lot of flexibility on dates.

If you’re not spending long in Krabi, it might be better if you book your 4 islands tour online beforehand. That way you don’t risk missing out, plus you’ll be able to see reviews from other travellers.

Our four islands tour was super smooth and enjoyable. We were picked up from Railay East Pier, and taken directly to the beautiful four islands.

We started with a long stop in Koh Poda, at a lovely white sandy beach with crystal clear water, before making our way to a snorkelling stop close to the sandbar of Koh Tub and Koh Mor.

In theory there is an entrance fee to the national park of the islands of Krabi, but our skipper was cheeky and told us that if we just snorkelled in the middle of the sea, without going to shore, we wouldn’t have to pay it.

We then sailed past Chicken Island, admiring the rock formations that give it its name. My favourite stop was actually the beach we visited on Koh Kai, as it had crystal clear water and we had it all to ourselves.

Our final stop was once again Koh Poda (or Poda Island), but on the back side in a little cove with only a couple other boats.

Overall it was a very enjoyable day, and one of the highlights of our Thailand itinerary . If you’re planning a Krabi itinerary, I highly suggest adding a four islands tour to it.

Enjoying the beach in Koh Poda in Krabi, Thailand, all to ourselves

Where to stay for your Krabi Four Islands tour

In my opinion, the best place to stay in Krabi is Railay Beach, and more so if you plan to do the four islands tour. Railay Beach is a super chilled town, with one main street, lots of bars, restaurants and a laid-back vibe.

Plus, most of the tours that set off from Ao Nang or Ao Nam Mao will do a stop in Railay Beach to pick up other travellers, so you get to sleep more and start later if you stay in Railay Beach!

Here are the best places to stay in Railay Beach for every budget.

Budget: Railay Viewpoint Resort   – This budget option is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the main road, and it’s a great for those who want spacious rooms and a pool with view for an affordable price. 

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Mid-range: Railay Princess Resort & Spa   – This is where we stayed for a week and really enjoyed it. The property is clean, the rooms spacious, it offers a lovely breakfast buffet, has a great pool with view and is in an easy position close to East Railay Pier and the main street. 

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Luxury: Rayavadee   – If you want to treat yourself, this is the place to do so! Located in Phra Nang Beach (the only hotel there) this luxury property offers gorgeous private villas nestled in nature.

Check out prices & availability at Rayavadee here!

The beautiful pool and view at Railay Princess Resort & Spa in Railay Beach, Krabi

What to pack for your 4 Island tour in Krabi

For a full breakdown of what you should pack for Thailand, check out my Thailand packing list . Here I just included a few essentials that you will need for your four islands boat trip.

Waterproof jacket – If you visit in rainy season, you’ll be glad to have one of these!

Fast drying towel – There’s a lot of swimming and lounging on beaches involved in these boat tours, so make sure to have one of these! I love these because they dry quickly and they don’t take up much space.

Power bank – You don’t want your phone to die on you just as you’re about to snap a gorgeous photo of the crystal clear water of Koh Poda!

Dry bag – To keep your valuables safe and dry from any rogue water splashes during your boat trip.

Final thoughts on doing a 4 Islands tour Krabi

There you have it, the ultimate guide to doing a Krabi four islands tour! Have you been to Krabi before? How did you find it? Let me know in the comments below!

I’ve been to Thailand four times, and yet this was my first time visiting Krabi. I can confidently say it was one of my favourite places in Thailand, especially Railay Beach and its surroundings.

We spent a week in Railay Beach, and loved its chilled and laid-back atmosphere. Plus, the fact that from here you can go island hopping to gorgeous beaches is a great addition!

On previous trips to Thailand I visited other pristine beaches like Koh Lipe , the Surin Islands , Phi Phi Islands and Similan Islands , but I find that the four islands in Krabi beat them all.

They might not be as famous for scuba diving , but they’re still pretty beautiful, and the fact that they’re so close to shore (30 minutes by long-tail boat compared to the 2-hour speedboat required to get to the Similan Islands), makes them all the more appealing.

I hope you found this guide on the best four island tours in Krabi useful, and that it helps you choose the perfect tour for you! If you have any questions, just let me know in the comments below.

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Listed among the most relaxing honeymoon and leisure destinations worldwide, Krabi in Southern Thailand comprises 154 offshore islands ridden with lush jungles. Characterized by craggy, sheer limestone karsts and coral reef vistas, Krabi is set over the Andaman Sea. Explore this Thai province with Holidify's Krabi tour packages and join over 6 million tourists who visit Krabi annually.

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Krabi's most-visited beaches include Phra Nang Beach's shipwreck ruins, the bustling touristy Ao Nang Beach, Tonsai Beach, Koh Mai Phai and Tub Kaek Beach, where Krabi tour packages offer windsurfing, body surfing, swimming and kayaking opportunities. In addition, trekking enthusiasts seek blessings at Buddha's footprint in Tiger Cave Temple, which sits within a warren of caves 1,237 steps above the Andaman Sea and dense surrounding forests.

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The best time for a trip to Krabi is from November to March, when average temperatures are around 28°C. Three days in Krabi are enough for sightseeing trips, including the world's only 75-million-year-old shell cemetery at Susan Hoi, fantastic white-sand beaches, hot springs, mangrove forests, coral diving spots, emerald lakes and wildlife reserves.

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Lovers Paradise - Phuket and Krabi Honeymoon Package

5 Nights / 6 Days

Krabi(2N) → Phuket(3N)

₹ 25,000* per person

₹ 25,000*

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Krabi 4 Days 3 Nights: Super Saver Thailand Holiday Package

3 Nights / 4 Days

Bangkok(1N) → Krabi(1N) → Phuket(1N)

₹ 15,000* per person

₹ 15,000*

Phuket Krabi 5 Day Itinerary: Four Island Tour by Long Tail Boat

4 Nights / 5 Days

Phuket(2N) → Krabi(2N)

₹ 17,500* per person

₹ 17,500*

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Bangkok Pattaya Phuket Krabi Tour Package: Family Package for 8 Nights

8 Nights / 9 Days

Phuket(2N) → Krabi(2N) → Pattaya(2N) → Bangkok(2N)

₹ 41,000* per person

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Romantic Honeymoon Escape: Krabi, Railay Beach, and Phuket Adventure

6 Nights / 7 Days

Krabi(2N) → Railay Beach(1N) → Phuket(3N)

₹ 30,500* per person

₹ 30,500*

Thailand Honeymoon Tour Package including Phi Phi Island and Phuket

7 Nights / 8 Days

Bangkok(2N) → Phi Phi Islands(2N) → Krabi(1N) → Phuket(2N)

₹ 32,688* per person

₹ 32,688*

Phuket Krabi Phi Phi Itinerary: Family Tour Package

Krabi (2N) → Pattaya (2N) → Phi Phi Islands (2N)

₹ 25,500* per person

₹ 25,500*

Romantic Thailand Package for Couple - Tour for 9 Nights

9 Nights / 10 Days

Phuket(3N) → Krabi(2N) → Pattaya(2N) → Bangkok(2N)

₹ 55,000* per person

₹ 55,000*

Bangkok Phuket Krabi Tour Package: Free Hong Island Excursion

Phuket(2N) → Krabi(2N) → Bangkok(1N)

₹ 24,500* per person

₹ 24,500*

Krabi Tour Package with Khao Lak and Phuket

Krabi(2N) → Phuket(3N) → Khao Lak(2N)

Phuket Krabi Honeymoon Package With Diving & Snorkelling

Phuket(3N) → Krabi(2N)

Krabi 4 Days Itinerary: Visit Hot Springs

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Phuket(3N) → Krabi(3N)

₹ 31,500* per person

₹ 31,500*

Best Thailand Tour Packages: Kayaking Tour

Krabi(2N) → Phuket(2N) → Bangkok(1N)

₹ 22,999* per person

₹ 22,999*

Tropical Paradise: Krabi & Koh Samui With Visit to Emerald Pool

Krabi(3N) → Koh Samui(3N)

₹ 26,000* per person

₹ 26,000*

Phuket & Krabi Tour Package for 5 Nights

₹ 24,000* per person

₹ 24,000*

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Singapore(2N) → Kuala Lumpur(2N) → Cruise(1N) → Kuala Lumpur(1N)

₹ 65,924* per person

₹ 65,924*

Beautiful Krabi Trip including Phuket for 5 Nights

₹ 21,000* per person

₹ 21,000*

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₹ 27,000* per person

₹ 27,000*

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₹ 42,500* per person

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₹ 19,500* per person

₹ 19,500*

Tropical Honeymoon in Thailand: Krabi Phuket Package

₹ 19,000* per person

₹ 19,000*

Krabi Phi Phi Island with Koh Lipe - Snorkeling and Swimming

Krabi(1N) → Phi Phi Islands(2N) → Koh Lipe(2N)

₹ 24,950* per person

₹ 24,950*

Enchanting Thailand Holiday Package in Phuket, Krabi & Bangkok

Phuket(3N) → Krabi(2N) → Bangkok(3N)

₹ 54,750* per person

₹ 54,750*

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₹ 26,108* per person

₹ 26,108*

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₹ 32,997* per person

₹ 32,997*

Krabi Island Tour Package - 4 Nights 5 Days

₹ 30,000* per person

₹ 30,000*

7 Nights Relaxing Phuket and Krabi Package with Phi Phi Island Tour

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₹ 37,998* per person

₹ 37,998*

Phuket and Krabi 4 Nights Budget Package- Phi Phi island Tour

₹ 15,900* per person

₹ 15,900*

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₹ 28,999* per person

₹ 28,999*

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₹ 16,500* per person

₹ 16,500*

Pocket-Friendly Koh Samui, Krabi and Bangkok Tour

Bangkok (2N) → Krabi (2N) → Koh Samui(2N)

₹ 22,500* per person

₹ 22,500*

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Bangkok (2N) → Hua Hin (2N) → Krabi (2N)

₹ 26,362* per person

₹ 26,362*

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₹ 20,017* per person

₹ 20,017*

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₹ 28,800* per person

₹ 28,800*

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₹ 41,373* per person

₹ 41,373*

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Krabi(2N) → Phi Phi Island(1N) → Phuket(2N)

₹ 25,900* per person

₹ 25,900*

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Krabi(2N) → Phi Phi Island(1N) → Phuket(3N)

₹ 26,700* per person

₹ 26,700*

Krabi - Bangkok - Chiang Mai Exploration

Krabi(2N) → Bangkok(2N) → Chiang Mai(5N)

₹ 79,000* per person

₹ 79,000*

Romantic Getaway to Phuket, Krabi & Koh Samui

Phuket(2N) → Krabi(2N) → Koh Samui(2N) → Phuket(1N)

₹ 45,600* per person

₹ 45,600*

Ultimate 9-Night Thailand Adventure: Chiang Mai, Krabi, and Phuket

Chiang Mai(3N) → Krabi(3N) → Phuket(3N)

₹ 80,000* per person

₹ 80,000*

Explore Thailand- Mountain Biking And Bamboo Rafting

14 Nights / 15 Days

Bangkok (2N) → Chiang Mai (6N) → Kuraburi(1N) → Koh Surin National Park(2N) → Krabi(3N)

₹ 112,500* per person

₹ 112,500*

Holiday in Dubai and Thailand Tour Package

Dubai(3N) → Krabi(3N) → Pattaya(3N)

₹ 62,000* per person

₹ 62,000*

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Chiang Mai(4N) → Krabi(3N)

₹ 32,000* per person

₹ 32,000*

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9 Krabi Island Hopping Tours That Will Make Your Jaw Drop (Thailand)

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Thailand is already one of the most internationally recognized laid back countries in the world.

Then you visit Krabi, a coastal province in Thailand, and you realize that life can always get more chill.

Krabi boasts stark limestone mountains to gawk up at, glittering white sand beaches to lie on, cheap and easy food and transportation, and islands. Dozens and dozens of islands rest off the coast of Krabi.

You could spend an entire year simply Krabi island hopping exploring the wide variety of beauty and complexity among these islands.

But, you probably don’t have a whole year, so let me break down the best Krabi island tours you can take with what time you do have.

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Krabi Island Tours:

Tours are literally the only way you’ll get to see the islands around Krabi. Unless you’ve brought your boat over, that is? Below are well-recommended tours to the nearby islands in the Krabi province.

If you want to book things ahead of time, worry less while you’re here, and have everything set and sorted, these are the tours to book.

However, if you’re a bit more adventurous, there is one other option I have to tell you about. You COULD walk up to a longtail boat, hope the boatman speaks OK English, and ask for a private tour of islands.

Using this method may be a bit more expensive if you’re only a couple but if you have a group of friends it would probably only be a few bucks more each.

You’d need to bring your own lunch and you’d need to make sure your communication was clear from the beginning as to which islands you want to visit.

It’s not necessarily the easiest option, and if you’re on a time crunch I wouldn’t recommend it (you may have to wait until the next day after speaking with him) but it’s an option I had to share nonetheless!

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This is easily the most popular Krabi island tour you will take while in the province.

You get to ride in a speedboat or a long tail boat to visit two iconic islands, Koh Gai (Chicken Island) and Koh Poda, and two lesser-known islands, Koh Mor and Koh Tub, before lunch.

Chicken Island has what closely resembles a giant chicken head rising from one coast.

Here, you can enjoy the white sand beaches, grab a snack at a small restaurant, and you may be able to “walk on water” to Koh Tub.

When the tide is low, the ocean recedes, and a land bridge appears that connects Chicken Island to Koh Tub.

So the first part of your day will be spent snorkeling in clear water and possibly walking across that exposed land bridge. Otherwise, you can arrive safely in any boat.

Then after a lovely lunch provided for you, you’ll explore the Phra Nang Cave Beach in the afternoon.

Krabi snorkeling and cave exploring all in one day.

A day underwater! This tour takes you first to Rok Noi island to snorkel underwater or swim off the white sand beaches. Then you get to gorge yourself on a Thai buffet that comes with the tour, on the beach no less.

Finally, you’ll head over to Coral Islands to swim through coral reef and check out the sea life in the reef.

You can pick and choose whether you snorkel or swim, and you can revel in the last of the untouched beaches off the coast of Krabi.

Krabi snorkeling and Krabi island hopping combine for adventure and peace at the same time.

Take a speedboat just twenty minutes from Ao Nang to spend the day in the most beautiful tropical middle of nowhere island you can imagine.

Koh Hong is actually a series of four connected islands, and you get to head right to the middle of it all to swim in relative seclusion.

A turquoise blue lagoon sits serenely amid cliffs and shores just waiting for you to splash and bask in the sun.

You can get some Krabi snorkeling in while you’re at it if you like. This is the most chill of the Krabi Island Tours you’ll find.

The Phi Phi Islands may be the most famous stop for Krabi Island tours . You’ll visit Maya Beach, which is where Leonardo DiCaprio brooded and adventured in the movie “The Beach.” So if you’ve got a thing for Leo, as most of us do, you have to put Phi Phi on your Krabi island hopping itinerary.

And even if you don’t, you’ll still get to spend a day in a few different gorgeous bays, swimming and snorkeling to your heart’s content.

Speaking of movie sets, ever heard of James Bond? Yes. That James Bond.  This Krabi Island tour  will take you on a long tail boat or speedboat to Khao Phing Kan. By canoe you’ll get up close to the 20-meter-tall rock featured in “The Man with the Golden Gun”.

Then head out to a local floating village for lunch, visit the Raman Waterfalls and finally off to explore what has come to be called the “monkey cave,” the Suwa Kuhan Temple, which has fascinatingly been constructed inside a cave.

Talk about a Krabi island hopping whirlwind of a day.

Did I say whirlwind? How about a sunrise trip out to Maya Beach to pay homage to Leo before anyone else hits this super popular tourist spot? Then you can spend the rest of the day traipsing about among four more islands in a speedboat.

On this Krabi island tour , you’ll explore Viking Cave and monkey beach. You’ll also meander around Koh Phi Phi Don, check out Chicken Island, and swim at Poda Island.

Phew, by the time you get back you’ll be ready for an evening at the spa.

Remember I said Hong Island was the ultimate chill experience? Well, if you want to switch it up a bit and add a bit of adrenaline, hop on this Krabi Island tour .

You’ll take a long tail boat out to Hong Island, off board into a paddle boat, and paddle your way around the island, between giant rock walls and into the secluded lagoon area.

Then you just chill for a bit, maybe take a dip, or fall asleep on the beach, before you get back into the paddle boat to head back to your long tail ride.

Islands, bays, and caves all in one  Krabi island tour . Hard to beat. You’ll take a speedboat from Krabi over to Phang Nga Bay and check out some of the hundreds of islands that make up those 154 square miles of watery territory.

You’ll hit up James Bond Island, as well as Thalu Island to explore Lot Noi Cave. Next, it’s off to remote beach for a Thai buffet lunch.

Finally, swim and snorkel in the crystal blue waters before heading back to Krabi and your hotel. Krabi Island hopping at its best.

A Krabi Island Tour that doesn’t involve an island? That’s right.

This one had to hit the Krabi island hopping itinerary because you’ll actually be driving inland to a stunning lake inside the Khao Sok National Park where you will board a long tail boat and cruise around the lake, take a hike in the lush green jungles and have lunch on floating bungalows.

So it’s an inland adventure that feels like an island adventure.

You see why it had to make the list?

• Many of the boatmen won’t speak English or will speak very little. It’s unlikely you’ll be doing anything more than island hopping. There won’t really be any commentary. Nothing much beyond the name of the islands, where to snorkel, and when lunch is.
• Don’t expect some beautiful and well-kept boat. You’ll most likely be riding on a simple long-tail boat. These are small wooden boats with a few benches, maybe a small cover, and that’s it. Yes, you may even see a tiny bit of water seeping in the boats, this is normal and most, if not all long-tail boats are like this.
• Bring a snack if you’re a picky eater. A simple local lunch is usually provided on these tours, if you don’t like local food, bring something with you.
• Bring extra water. It’s going to be hotter than you think.
• DON’T do as the locals do. Being environmentally conscious starts with education and we all know how to behave. Sometimes, people in these lesser develop nations don’t get it because they were never educated about how to treat the envirnoment. Please don’t do as the locals do and bring your trash back with you on the trip. Sometimes they simply throw trash in the ocean, let it fly off the boat, or they leave it on the island, which will likely end up in the ocean later anyway.

The tourist season in Krabi is traditionally November to mid-March, directly after monsoon season. Temperatures are super mild, and the sea is too. As someone planning multiple excursions to a variety of islands by boat, you want calm seas.

Mid-March to May is not a bad time to visit either. You’ll see a spike in temperatures and a gradual rise in humidity, but you’ll also get fewer tourists. I’m not a huge fan of crowds, so this works for me.

Finally, if you’re looking for super cheap and tourist free, monsoon season is the time to go.

But know that the seas can get unpredictable, violent, and deadly . This is a tourist area, and tourism means money, which also means some boat captains will, unfortunately, put lives at risk to make a livelihood. So just be weary during this time of year.

• Sunscreen – There are points on this trip where you won’t have shade.
• A hat – More sun protection!
• Snorkel – One is provided if it’s a snorkeling tour but in case you like using your own, bring it. They usually only have cheap snorkels to use.
• Power Charger – Don’t run out of battery! You’ll want all the pictures.
• GoPro – The only good camera that will get you fun underwater pictures and the only camera you’ll want to bring as bringing your expensive one could be risky.
• Sarong – I never travel with a towel, they are so bulky. Use your sarong to dry off, as a beach cover-up, and as a beach towel.
• Flip-flops – Why have I seen people on these tours with regular shoes? Why….?

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  So which of these island hopping tours are you hopping on? Let me know in the comments!

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this is extremely helpful thank you. Unfortunately i suffer with travel sickness , i am ok if we are constantly moving and it isn’t to choppy. Are you able to recommend any of the above that wouldn’t be too bad on the old sea sickness ? It would be super helpful 🙂

Glad you found it helpful but I can’t really advise if you’d get sick or not, not sure how anyone could. Sea conditions change all the time, weather effects, the type of boat etc… And how am I supposed to know how sensitive you are? So many factors.

This covers all bases for a great trip!

Happy to hear it helped!

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4 Island Tour Review: How To Go Island Hopping In Krabi Thailand

Published: October 22, 2018

Updated: February 19, 2021

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When people think of Thailand, they think of exotic islands and perfect beaches. The 4 Island Tour from the town of Ao Nang in Krabi Thailand is a great wa y to explore several of these destinations in one day. This post will cover which tour to take to go island hopping in Krabi.

I decided to stay in Ao Nang, Krabi because it seemed like a good launching off point for all the tropical islands in the Andaman Sea. Ao Nang has a sleepy beach town vibe. It’s the perfect place to hang out while still being close to popular Krabi Province tourist attractions.

The 4 Island Tour goes by longtail boat to (you guessed it) four different islands around Ao Nang. And all of those islands were on my list. “Four birds with one stone!” I say out loud to no one in particular and high-five myself. 

For about $30 USD, the 4 Islands Tour includes snorkel gear, transfer to and from my apartment, a ride on a longtail boat, and a lunch buffet. I immediately break into an excited sweat, as lunch buffets and I have a long and beautiful history.

After reading reviews online, I book a spot on the four islands tour for the next morning. “Four Islands are better than one,” I chuckle while watching the sunset, sipping the wine I got from the 7/11. 

Update: I wasn’t able to find my longtail boat tour online anymore, but this tour goes to the same locations by speed boat. You can book a longtail tour in person at a tourist kiosk in Ao Nang if you’d prefer.

How to Go Island Hopping in Krabi with the 4 Island Tour

Choosing your krabi island hopping tour.

When you start searching for Island tours from Krabi, there are a few things to consider. You can choose to either do a 4 island tour by long tail boat or by speed boat. The speedboats are faster and more comfortable, but the long tail boats offer a more unique and authentic Thai experience.

You can book your tour either online through a website like Get Your Guide or in person at a tourist kiosk in Ao Nang. If you know your schedule in advance, booking online is a good way to ensure you get the exact tour you’re looking for. If your schedule is more flexible, you can wait until a few days before to book your tour in person.

Most Ao Nang Island Hopping tours will include hotel pick up and drop off. Tours typically will specify if you can be picked up in Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Railay, or anywhere else. Make sure your hotel is within the tour company’s transportation range and let them know where you are staying when you book.

While most Four Island Tours start in the morning and end around 4:00 pm, there are a few offerings like this tour that run in the evenings. These allow you to see the sunset from your boat, which sounds absolutely lovely! Remember to check the time of day that your tour runs so you know what to expect.

Typical 4 Island Tour Krabi Price

Ao Nang Island tours typically cost between $30 – $40 USD. At this price, you’ll be traveling with a tour group and you should expect to receive lunch and hotel pick up. This fee does not include any national park fees, which are usually 300-400 baht.

You can also choose to book a private charter Krabi island tour if you’re traveling in a larger group. This option is more expensive, but if you want more flexibility for your party, it’s worth looking into.

6 hours with a private speed boat charter will cost you between $300 USD and $400 USD for up to ten people. The upside of this is that you can choose your own itinerary and stay in each place as long as you like.

What to expect on the Ao Nang 4 Island Tour

In the morning, a white songthaew truck picks me up at the market near my house. After collecting other people at a handful of hotels and hostels, we drive about five minutes out of town to the pier.

At the pier, we are sorted into our groups based on which tour we are taking. There is a restroom and place to buy snacks at the pier but we don’t wait long before we are loaded into our long-tail boat.

The long tail boat sounds something like a lawnmower, a lawnmower you build yourself using only parts from a freight train. I’m sure our sweet guide is telling us fascinating facts about all the historical and geological sites we were passing as we flew across the sea, but all I hear is the roar of the engine and the crashing of waves on the hull.

First stop: Tup Island

We pull up in the shallow waters of Tup Island in our long tail boat. The guide drops two ladders on either side of the boat and I climb down into the knee-deep seawater in what I’m sure is a graceful display of athleticism. 

Tub island is a postcard. Clear blue seas, brilliant white sand, soaring rock formations and lush jungle out in the middle of nowhere. It has a sandbar connecting two nearby islands which you can walk along during low tide. Unfortunately, the tide was too high during our time here so I didn’t get to see if the neighboring island was actually as perfect as it looked.

I walk back and forth up the small strip of beach and look at all the different boats. The time flies by. Forty-five minutes later it’s time to get back in the boat so I wade out to the ladder and heave myself on board, dripping wet. I hang my droopy tower over the side of the boat and decide that I am okay with being a salty drippy mess for the rest of the day.

Heck, maybe the rest of my life. If this is the price of living in paradise, so be it.

Second Stop: Chicken Island

As we continue island hopping from Krabi, the next stop is a funny little rock called Chicken Island.

I wonder where chicken island got its name. Any guesses? We circle chicken island a few times so everyone could get a good picture of the famous chicken head rock formation, then our guide stops the boat a few hundred feet from shore.

He tells us this is the best place to go snorkeling on the tour. After a few quick warnings about not dropping our snorkel gear ( or else we’ll be fined) and not stepping on sea urchins (or else we’ll die), he tosses the ladders into the water and a-snorkeling we go. 

I’ve never snorkeled before.

In the water, I fumble with the mask, realizing I definitely haven’t worn one of these since I was in middle school playing sharks and minnows in my neighbor’s above-ground pool. A nice non-snorkeling couple on the boat snaps several photos of me and I learn that there is absolutely no way to look good with a snorkeling mask on your face.

Then I dip my head under the water.

I don’t   know what I was expecting. I know people love snorkeling, but I never thought it could be this… spectacular. One second, I see the world above water – the boat, the chicken rock, the nice photography couple waving and snapping pictures. I move my head down three inches under the water and the world explodes in color and light.

It reminds me like the aquarium at my childhood doctors office filled with exotic fish, except for these fish are right in front of my face, and this aquarium is endless. A few feet below me is a reef where fish of every color and shape weave in and out between corals. I see sea urchins and little crabs and all the other things I used to teach my students about during the ocean unit of science class.

It’s a combination of everything – the delicate little parrot fish that swim right up to my mask and look me in the eye. The way the light from above dances across the colorful coral. The silence. I knew all this was here, but I never really got it until that moment. 

This earth is so precious. The things in it are so spectacular. And I’m sure we don’t even know the half of it.

Third Stop: Poda Island

Our third stop on the four island tour in Krabi is a spectacular stretch of sand called Poda Island. At Poda Island, it’s time for lunch. As the guide lays out the spread of curries, vegetables, and rice, we all eagerly wait around in a circle, not unlike vultures. Never one to “take it easy” at a lunchtime buffet, I pile my plate high.

Poda Island is the largest of the Islands on the tour. It feels less crowded and I wander around the beach awkwardly taking selfies until some kind girl from Australia takes pity on me and offers to take my picture. Poda Island has restroom facilities but be warned, they are of the squatty potty variety. Too soon, it is time to get back on the boat. 

Final Stop: Phra Nang Cave Beach

After a boat ride around cliffs so spectacular I had to record a ten-minute bouncy video on my phone, we pull up to a quiet cove. There are dozens of long tail boats lined up, but no people. A girl in a pink shirt asks me to take her picture with the boats and she offers to take one of me. When we realize we’re both traveling alone, we immediately become best friends.

A pack of people walk down a paved path through the caves, so we follow them. After a short five-minute walk, we round a corner to Phra Nang cave overlooking the pristine water. The beach is crawling with people but we don’t care. We run out into the water, throwing our bags of valuables to the wind.

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4 Island Tour Krabi Review : Final Thoughts

I enjoyed this tour and would definitely do it again. Going island hopping in Krabi is one of the best things to do in Ao Nang. The Four Island Tour Krabi is a convenient and cost-effective way to see some amazing islands of Krabi Thailand without having to worry about coordinating tons of boat rides.

If you’re planning a 4 Islands Tour, these Ao Nang travel and tour tips will help you out:

• You can book your Ao Nang island tour in person or online: I booked online, but you might be able to work out a cheaper deal if you go to one of the tourist kiosks in person. If you’d prefer to book in advance, check out affordable Ao Nang tours on Get Your Guide here.
• Take a separate trip to Railay : You get to spend about an hour on the Phra Nang Cave part of Railay, but Railay is worth its own day trip . Come back on another day and spend more time here.
• Bring a water bottle:  Water is provided but you’ll probably want more than the two or three little cups you’re given.

Heading to Ao Nang, Thailand?

Ao Nang, Krabi Thailand is a great launching off point for tours like the Four Island Tour. If you’re heading to Ao Nang, you can read more about things to do and places to visit in these posts.

• The Ultimate Guide to Ao Nang: What to do on your trip
• Planning a Railay Beach Day Trip : The best things to do in Railay
• Phi Phi Islands Weekend Trip: Everything you need to know before you go
• Krabi Jungle Tour: Visit the Emerald Pool, The Tiger Cave Temple, and the Hot Springs

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How to do the 4 island tour Krabi, Thailand

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Why not spend the day island hopping in a traditional long-tail boat around Krabi’s four hidden gems. Relax on the pristine white sandy beaches and top up your tans or swim among a colourful array of sea life and explore the coral, 4 Island tour Krabi is perfect for couples, families and solo travellers. if you are wondering  where to stay in Krabi?  There is plenty of sweet places to stay such as the  Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi.  Anyway I am going to give you the full guide of the number 1 thing of  what to do in Krabi.  During the boat tour you will visit epic places such as the chicken island and Tup island. These are ome of the most awesome islands near Krabi.

The other tour option is to do the 7 island tour in Krabi which is a popular choice. You will get to see the amazing Railay Beach . This is one of the best beaches in Krabi. After you do this awesome tour, you should head over to the Phi Phi island to check out the breathtaking Maya bay beach and scenery!

Check out the Krabi hot springs and emerald pool

Krabi is a perfect location for doing things like the   James Bond island tour   and the  Phi Phi tour from Krabi.  Krabi is such a cool place to visit in Thailand. There is a mega atmosphere especially when the sun starts to drop. As the night sets in, the electric vibe comes alive.

But yeah Krabi is a cool place but I’m here to talk about the Krabi island tour package with you. We will go through all the islands on the Krabi package tour

4 Island Tour Krabi  will pick you up from your hotel in Ao Nang between 8 – 8:30 and you should arrive back at your hotel around 4pm, so it is a full day out.

Krabi 7 island tour

You can also do the awesome 7 island tour in Krabi if you want to. this is another amazing tour that will take you around some epic islands in Thailand. you will also get to do some amazing snorkelling and swimming at the stunning islands.

What will the 7 island tour include?

• You will get food included. This be your dinner such as chicken and vegetables.
• Drinks will be included as well. This will be the usual fizzy drinks and water.
• Transportation will be included. They will pick you up from your hotel in Ao Nang or Krabi and also take you back to your hotel.

How much is the 7 island tour in Krabi?

The cost of the 7 island tour is (400 BHT) this will include pickup form your hotel, food and snorkelling gear. However, national park admission is not included in this price.

Book Ticket: 7 Island tour

Places visited on the 4 island Krabi tour

Okay so now we are going to run through all the islands visited on the  Krabi tour package  and a full  Krabi tour package review;

1.Phra Nang Cave Beach

First stop Phra Nang Cave Beach , a scheduled tropical paradise located 15 minutes from West Railay. Phra Nang Cave Beach is surrounded by impressive limestone rock formations creating a picturesque backdrop, perfect for that insta gram shot.  To witness breath taking views why not climb up to the huge cave at the south end of the beach. Yes it can be a strenuous steep climb and maybe not ideal in flip flips, but it’s certainly worth the effort.

You are given around 1 hour to explore the 450 metre stretch of beach, hike up the mountain, cool of in the crystal clear waters or simply take in the stunning environment.  Your time keeping might come in handy here as you don’t want to be left stranded on the island!

If you’re staying in Krabi, you need to visit the Krabi town night market

2.Koh Poda Island

Koh Poda Island was by far my favourite and not just because dinner was served! Koh Poda Island is a picture postcard destination with white power sandy and shallow crystal clear waters.

For dinner we were served thia green chicken curry with rice and noodles, not 5* al care, but it filled the spot. The best part was being able to find a shady spot of the beach and listen to the lapping of the gentle waves whilst we digged in. There’s also a small shop on Koh Poda Island selling snacks and drinks if dinner doesn’t float your boat. Your captain will give you around 1 hour before having to head to the next destination Chicken Island . I really didn’t want to leave!

Check out the Phi Phi overnight stay

3.Chicken Island

Next up, Chicken Island , instantly recognisable by a large rock formation that resembles a chickens head!  Your boat doesn’t actually stop on the island but is perfect place to try your hand at snorkelling.

The captain will anchor the boat 15 metres from the shoreline and will give you 30 minutes to explore the reef. I would recommend taking an underwater go pro to capture the moment to create memories for life.

4.Tup Island

Tup Island is the final destination on Krabi’s 4 Island Tour and it didn’t disappoint. Chicken Island and Tup Island are connected by a sand bank and at low time you can actually walk between the two, pretty cool if you ask me! Walk out into the shallows waters and you’ll be surrounded by colourful fish. Tup Island is quite small and there’s not much shade which I presume is the reason why the captain only gives you 30 minutes to walk around.

After a 30 minute boat ride back to the mainland you’ll hop back into the transfer buses and head back to your hotel to relax after a busy day of sightseeing.

The epic Railay beach Krabi

One of my best beaches in Thailand is the stunning Railay Beach. This amazing beach is the meaning of paradise.

The beach is stunning and the hotels on Railay Beach are perfect. You will visit this amazing beach if you do the Krabi 7 island tour.

How to book the Krabi 4 island tour?

You will find a few locals selling tickets for the 4 island tour. The price will usually change depending on the season in Thailand.

For an easy option you can book online with TripAdvisor. You will have your tickets guarenteed and you you will be guaranteed a fun and safe trip on the this epic Krabi tour.

The best part is you will the 4 island tour by a traddiotnal long-tail-boat. Fun and traditional.

Book tickets: Krabi 4 island tour by traditional-long-tail boat.

What’s included on the 4 island tour Krabi?

• Snorkelling equipment
• Life jacket
• Bottled water
• Professional English speaking guide
• Entrance fee onto the islands in Krabi
• Transfer to and from Hotel in Krabi, Ao Nang

What to take on the 4 island Krabi tour?

• Water shoes
• Underwater camera
• Extra snacks and water
• Money to pay National Park Admission of 400Baht before starting the Krabi tour package

Other things to do in Krabi

Rock Climbing Railay Beach

Try your hand at rock climbing on Railay Beach , whether you’re a beginner or expert there’s something for everyone. We choose the half day private session for two people, which included equipment hire, an experienced English speaking guide and insurance. It’s physically challenging, but the guide helps you every step of the way and made me feel confident to reach the top, where I got to witness incredible views overlooking Railay Beach.

Railay Beach rock climbing Price = Half day: 1200Baht      Full day:2000Baht

Location = Between Railay East and Railay West on walking street, across from Skunk House Bar

Watch a Muay Thai Fight

Muay Thai is Thailand national sport, so why not visit Ao Nang boxing stadium on a Tuesday or Friday night and watch a traditional Muay Thai fight in Krabi .   This is one of the most popular  things to do in Krabi  aswell as the  4 island tour Krabi.  Matches are all about spectacle: a complex dance ceremony is performed before each fight to pay respect to the combatants’ teachers and to the guardian spirit of Thai boxing. The atmosphere is electric with the stadium quickly filling with both locals and tourists. The main concession to tourism is the eye-watering price tag, tickets for foreigners cost 1200 – 1500 baht, but for this you will see up to 9 fights ringside, a price worth aying in my eyes!

Muay Thai Krabi Price = 1200-1500 Baht

Location = Ao Nang Boxing Stadium, 100 soi nopparat 13 Aonang Mung, Krabi

Get a Thai Massage in krabi

Ao Nang offers some of the best Spa and treatments in Krabi in the whole of Thailand, with prices varying massive. You can find massage parlours anywhere in Ao Nang from hotels, to beaches, to shops of the street.  We choose to have a full body massage at Boossabakorn Spa and Beauty due to its affordability, friendly staff and decorative and comfortable interior.

Thai massage in Krabi Price = 800 Baht for 1 hour

Location = 132/35 Moo 2,Ao Nang, Krabi Town

Day trip to Railay Beach Krabi

Railay Beach in Krabi has been voted one of the beach beaches in the world so it’s definitely one to tick off the bucket list. Railay Beach is only accessible by boat, which run all day long and only take 15 minutes. Prices of these vary depending on what time of day you go but you should pay around 100 Baht. Railay beach was one of my favourite destinations in Krabi, the beach is wide and surrounded by huge limestone cliffs that add to a tropical feel.

Railay beach in Krabi Price = 100 Baht per person each way (varies depending on season and time of day)

Location = Railay Beach, Krabi

Best places to stay in Krabi, Ao Nang

so  where to stay in Krabi?  is a common question among travellers and those of you on holiday. It certainly was for us. But don’t worry I’ve got you covered. Here are the best hotels in Krabi (see 5 star hotels Krabi ) and your complete guide of where to stay in Krabi;

• Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi  – Hidden away in secluded Pai Plong Bay and a luxuriant national park, this beachfront resort is a tropical paradise. This epic hotel in Krabi has big rooms and private villas. You have the option of a garden or ocean views. The Centara Grand beach resort & villas Krabi  offer sweet pools and dining areas. Also, there is complimentary water sports, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding , 2 swimming pools, 2 kids clubs. This really is a top hotel in Krabi. 
• Dusit Krabi  –  Still looking where to stay in Krabi?  This epic hotel in Krabi is located on a peaceful and stunning white sandy beach.  You have a full range of activities and excursions we are the ideal choice for families and couples. Be as active or as relaxed as you like. There is things for you to try like kayaking, snorkeling,rock climbing, diving or enjoying a top place to stay in Krabi in a hammock.

  Summary

Overall I would recommend anyone to experience Krabi 4 Island Tour Krabi .  The Krabi tour package  is very cheap for the experience you will get. I would go as far to say it is better than the  James Bond Island tour from Krabi .

Before heading to Krabi I did some research and came across I few articles suggesting 4 Island Tour  Krabi has become overrun with tourists. Well yes, you’re not going to get the islands to yourself, but this doesn’t mean the there no longer beautiful.  The captain took us to the islands using a different route to other tour companies to try and minimise the number of people on one island at a time. For 1000Baht you can’t complain at the price and you’re paying for what you get!

After here you can travel from Krabi to Ko Phi Phi or Krabi to Phuket.

Check out the Phi Phi private boat tour

Where to next?

If you’re travelling you will most likely be visiting the awesome Koh Lanta next. Check out this guide on how to get from Ao Nang to Koh Lanta guide  easily.

Check out my ultimate Thailand Travel Guide for your trip!

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