Krabi Tour Packages

About Krabi

Krabi is the ideal holiday destination for those who are looking for some leisure in southern Thailand. The province is basically located between Phang Nga and Trang, showcases some stunning scenery both inland and at sea. With more than 150 islands off its 150km-long coastline (a considerable lot of them including incredible white-sand sea shores and turquoise waters), caves, waterfalls and colorful natural life, Krabi is a great collection of natural assets that offers its visitors a wide range of leisure activities. For a fun-filled holiday, you can opt for some exciting activities like exploring multiple islands, kayaking, snorkeling, trekking, scuba diving and a lot more. Flamingo Transworld provides a variety of tour packages from family tours to guided Krabi tour packages.

Flamingo Transworld offers a wide range of hotels, resorts and villas, restaurants, spas and some world-class activities. Krabi is an eclectic mix of ethnic groups and hence the local culture here is a blend of the cultures of all these communities and the religions they practice. Many festivals are celebrated in the small town of Krabi. This town is also famous for its mouth-watering cuisine. Being hot-spot of tourism, the town’s cuisine has developed over the years with traces of different cultures embedded in it. Traditional Thai cuisine, Indian food, fast food is famous here with many food kiosks offering these cuisines. With the onset of tourism, Krabi has embraced modern cultural aspects with modern music and dance imbibed its contemporary culture. This is evident in its vibrant nightlife. Flamingo Transworld has the right Krabi Tour Packages for you to select from. Check out Krabi hotels on Flamingo’s Hotel Portal offering a wide range of options to choose from. Krabi tours have its own vibe, its own essence, something authentic which is difficult to express or describe.

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How to reach Krabi
Located on the south-west coast of Thailand, if one wants to know how to get to Krabi, then the only way to be here is via airways. Being one of the most popular tourist destinations for travelers, thousands of tourists flock here to enjoy a holiday while lazing along its exotic beaches and indulging in water sports.

Traveling to Krabi by Air
The Krabi International Airport is linked to all the major Asian countries, including India. As the distance from India to Krabi is approximately 3200 kilometers by air, it is quite easy to board a flight from India to reach here, which takes an average time of 10 hours.

The flight duration varies depending upon the city from which or the airlines on which one is flying. The whole journey, excluding an extended gap between the two connecting flights, can take around 7 hours if one is flying from Mumbai to Krabi, 7.30 hours in case it is Bangalore to Krabi and 8.30 hours if the journey is from Delhi to Krabi. For convenience and cost-cutting purposes, as well as to see the city of Bangkok, most people fly to Don Muang or Suvarnabhumi Airport there.

Traveling to Krabi by Sea
The best thing about taking the ferry from Phuket to Krabi is that it’s extremely scenic and a comparatively comfortable way to travel because you can walk around and stretch your legs far more than you can when traveling by bus or by any other road transportation.

The drawback with the ferry from Phuket to Krabi is the time it takes, this is indeed a slow boat to Krabi, which takes around 8.5 hours, but if you’re not pushed by the time, it’s a really great experience, cruising through this beautiful island. But, there’s a very good reason why the ferry takes 8.5 hours – in fact, you won’t be on the ferry for that entire time as it includes a 5-hour stopover on the island of Phi Phi!

Speedboats are another option if you enjoy water transports. In comparison to bus, taxi, minibus and ferry, speedboats are the fastest and the most accessible way to get from Phuket to Krabi, but yes, they do not arrive in Krabi itself. Speedboats take a course that ends in the hotel town of Ao Nang, around 19 kilometers (12 miles) from Krabi Town by street, so know about this while picking this alternative.

Places to visit in Krabi
Krabi is located in the southern province of Thailand which cater to diverse tastes, with fabulous beaches, exciting rock climbing, and cultural hotspots. Here are some of the best places to visit in Krabi, let's have a look at it.

4 Islands Tour
The "four islands" is a famous day trip from Ao Nang, taking in the group of islands nearest to the coast – the ones that can be seen not too far off from the sea shore. The four islands are Koh Poda, Koh Gai, Koh Tub and Koh Mor; and Phra Nang Cave Beach on the Railay promontory. This sea shore, is away from crowded places and is considered as one of the most excellent pieces of white sand on the planet.

Koh Poda is renowned for its white sea shores and turquoise water; the tremendous stone before it has been included on incalculable postcards, screensavers and vacationer leaflets so don't pass up on the chance to snap your very own photograph memories here.

Phi Phi Island
Phi comprises of a gathering of six islands. Just 40 km away from Phuket, Phi Don and Phi Leh are the two most renowned islands of the six. With their pristine waters and vibrant parties, these islands are a wonderful way to spend a few days in Thailand.

The four different islands other than the huge ones, are Phi houses Bida Nok, Bida Nai, Ko Mai Phai, which is otherwise called Bamboo Island. Phi Phi Islands became famous after the 2000 Hollywood flick 'The Beach' that was shot in Ko Phi Phi Le. Ko Phi Phi Leh houses The "Viking Cave" which is a thriving industry that sells edible birds’ nests.

Krabi Town
In spite of the fact that it doesn't have any seashores of its own, Krabi Town is a beguiling destination for individuals who need to experience a neighborhood Thai culture. Most travelers use this area majorly as a pass through to go to the nearby island towns, but Krabi town is very beautiful, especially its markets and restaurants.

Actually pronounced at 'Grabee', this is a small, beautiful town situated along the Krabi River. It is the provincial capital and is mostly preferred by tourists only as a transit point when they visit the nearby islands with beaches. However, it is advisable for travelers to take notice of this town also which offers a very local aura. The town has many activities happening throughout.

Ao Nang Beach
Ao Nang or sometimes Ao Phra Nang is the most vibrant and westernized beach of Thailand located in the Mueang Krabi district of Southern Thailand. A former hikers' spot Ao Nang has now grown enough to be an outright traveler's ecstasy. One can indulge in various activities like getting a relaxing spa, rock climbing, kayaking, scuba diving or go on a shopping spree.

Things to do in Krabi
The whole region is fast becoming a very popular tourist destination and offers lot many things to do in Krabi and they are as follows:

Try white water rafting
White water rafting is a comparatively new adventure activity being offered in Krabi by a couple of local companies. It is a man-made course with water periodically being released from a dam upstream. Depending on the tour chosen, the run is from 5 – 9 km in length. Since the rafting itself is very rapid, it takes about 25 – 45 minutes, and transfer time is long, most rafting tour programs have various “filler” activities to make it a full day. Activities range from elephant trekking, zip lines and ATV (quad bike) riding to visits to the Ton Pariwat waterfall, and Monkey Cave temple (both in Phang Nga). There are at least six or seven different combinations of activities possible and everything is seamlessly organized, keeping you moving from one activity to the next fairly quickly.

Try Rock Climbing at Railay Beach
Railay is a small peninsula which can be visited only by long tail boat due to the high limestone cliffs disconnecting access from the mainland. Giant pillars of karst limestone protrude into the sky around Railay Beach, which are the main attraction for rock climbers as it is one of the top 5 destinations in the world for outdoor sport climbing. Rock climbers from across the globe regularly flock to Krabi Province to test their skills on the 700+ bolted climbing routes around Railay Beach. The area is also well known for its beautiful beaches and quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

Also, there is a rock climbing school here that offers a variety of climbing courses for beginners, intermediate and advanced climbers.

Visit the local noon markets
If you are a fan of Thai cuisine, you should check out some of the many local markets near Krabi. Mainly there are three types of markets in Krabi: “local” markets, “night” markets and “walking street” markets. The “local” markets move venue every day and are held usually from afternoon to early evening. They deal mainly in fresh produce – meat, fish, vegetables and fruit – as well as street food snacks, dry goods and household items

Normally people will come here to do a quick shop for dinner. The “local” markets are held in Ao Nang, Ao Nam Mao and KlongHaeng. The KlongHaeng Saturday market is probably the best amongst these.

Step Back In Time At Krabi Town
Krabi Town is a market Thai town that has been around long before international tourists started visiting the area. It's charming, laid back and very local. It is the main commercial and transit point for the province. It has a unique welcoming personality in contrast to the surrounding beach areas.

Krabi Town hosts enough attractions to satisfy its short- or long-term visitors. The river is a hub of activities with fishing boats and river taxis ferrying both locals and visitors to spots near and far. The riverside offers the opportunity of relaxing morning or late afternoon strolls, while the downtown area features one large temple (Wat Kaew Korawaram), a small contemporary art museum, and two daily fresh markets that allow tourists to get a glimpse on southern Thailand daily life.

Best time to visit Krabi
The best time to visit Krabi is between November and March, which is likewise the peak travel season. From June to October, Krabi experiences substantial rainfall and is not frequented by such a large number of visitors.

November to Mid-March
This is the coolest season in Krabi after the monsoon ends. With the best climate, normally, this is additionally the busiest time with most voyagers arranging their outings around this period. This is the ideal time to go through the day unwinding on one of the lovely sea shores in Krabi and getting a charge out of water sports in the quiet ocean.

Mid-March to May
These are considered as the hottest months in Krabi just before the storm hits Thailand. The temperatures range in the mid-thirties, with humidity levels relentlessly on the rise. One reason why you should plan an outing in April is to observe the Songkran Festival, the Thai New Year, when individuals sprinkle water on one another!

June to October
Monsoon season in Phuket is from May to October. While the climate is moist, the costs are at an unsurpassed low, making this probably the least expensive season to plan an outing. Aside from being cost-effective, it's likewise a soothing time to visit since it's not as crowded as compared to the peak seasons. The wettest months are May, September and October; however continuous days of heavy rainfall are rare.