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Railay Beach
A peninsula paradise near Krabi accessible only by boat, surrounded by sheer karst cliffs popular with rock climbers.
5 km · about 10 min drive
Krabi, Thailand · Asia
Ban Ao Nang is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Krabi, 34km from Hat Noppharat Thara - Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park.
Ban Ao Nang is a town located in Krabi, Thailand. With a population of 8,000, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Ban Ao Nang sits in Thailand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Bangkok time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ban Ao Nang to your route.
Railay (Thai: ไร่เลย์, pronounced [râj lēː]), also known as Rai Leh, is a small peninsula between the city of Krabi and Ao Nang in Thailand. It is accessible only by boat due to high limestone cliffs cutting off mainland access. These cliffs attract rock climbers from all over the world, but the area is also popularRead more
due to its beautiful beaches and quiet relaxing atmosphere. Accommodation ranges from bungalows and medium-priced resorts in East Railay to a collection of luxury resorts focused on West Railay, though one, Royavadee, spans both waterfronts and also has a beachfront restaurant at Ao Phra Nang. The four main areas of Railay consist of Phra Nang, West Railay, East Railay, and Ton Sai. Ton Sai caters to climbers and the backpacker set and is more rustic than the glitz of West Railay and the shops and restaurants of the East Railay boardwalk.
Railay beach was not severely affected by the tsunami of 26 December 2004.
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Ban Ao Nang is located in Krabi, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 8.0458 latitude, 98.8103 longitude.
Ban Ao Nang has a population of approximately 8,000 people, making it a town in Thailand.
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Tourist police (English): 1155.
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A peninsula paradise near Krabi accessible only by boat, surrounded by sheer karst cliffs popular with rock climbers.
5 km · about 10 min drive
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A popular island-hopping tour visiting Chicken Island, Tup Island, Poda Island, and Phra Nang Cave Beach with crystal waters.
8 km · about 15 min drive
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Andaman coast base on Highway 4 for limestone cliffs and beaches, with ferry access to Railay and the Phi Phi islands.
11 km · about 20 min drive
national park
Stunning Thai island park with towering limestone cliffs, crystal lagoons, and Maya Bay.
34 km · about 40 min drive
beach
Dramatic limestone islands with turquoise waters, vibrant marine life, and the famous Maya Bay made iconic by the film The Beach.
34 km · about 40 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A hilltop viewpoint on Phi Phi Don offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the twin bays and turquoise waters below.
34 km · about 40 min drive
beach
A secluded bay on Ko Phi Phi Leh made famous by the film The Beach, enclosed by towering limestone cliffs and emerald waters.
41 km · about 50 min drive
natural wonder
A spectacular bay dotted with towering limestone karsts and sea caves, including the famous James Bond Island.
43 km · about 50 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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