Ao Phra Nang Beach, commonly referred to as “Ao Nang”, is one of the best seaside locales that Krabi has to offer. With pristine scenery, a variety of outdoor activities and a range of accommodation to suit every budget, Ao Nang is a top destination for travellers seeking adventure, relaxation or both.
Ao Nang’s affordable hostels and low cost of living make it attractive to backpackers and budget travellers. The town also offers a range of upscale oceanfront resorts that are perfect for a more luxurious kind of holiday. Most lodgings are within easy walking distance of the beach.
Adventurous visitors will enjoy the opportunity to go sea kayaking, canoeing, scuba diving or snorkelling. Ao Nang is also known as a rock-climbing destination because of its dramatic limestone cliffs. Beginners can learn the basics at one of the area’s rock-climbing schools. For a more relaxing experience, simply spend the day lying on the palm-lined beach or swimming in the ocean’s warm waters.
Vendors on the beach offer local cuisine and massages. Explore the rest of the town to discover its many bars, restaurants and souvenir shops. Ao Nang has recently become more commercialised to cater to growing numbers of visitors, but the area still commands an aura of untouched beauty. Photo opportunities abound in Ao Nang, with perfect blue waters, white-sand beaches and even monkeys swinging through the trees.
Ao Nang is an ideal holiday spot throughout the year. The ocean is perpetually warm and the weather is usually balmy. Nearby islands such as Ko Kai, Ko Lanta and Ko Phi Phi can be accessed by ferry from Ao Nang. Krabi International Airport is a 20-minute taxi or shuttle ride away. Once here, get around the village on foot to uncover its beauty and laid-back beach culture.
