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Koh Lanta

Koh Lanta is a long island in Krabi province that has preserved its relaxed atmosphere thanks to the absence of an airport. Uncrowded beaches, Muslim fishing villages, mangrove forests, and a national park make it an alternative to overcrowded Phuket.

Island Geography

Lanta consists of two islands (Noi and Yai) connected by a bridge. The tourist island is Lanta Yai, 30 km long. The west coast has beaches, the east has mangroves and fishing villages. The north is developed, the south is national park.

Beaches

Klong Dao is the main beach with infrastructure. Long Beach is long and peaceful. Kl...

Practical Information

Updated: Jan 2, 2026

Visit Duration

Minimum2 days
Recommended3 days
Maximum7 days

Entrance Fee

Free

Crowd Level

Low — few visitors
Official Website

How to Get There

From Krabi: minivan + ferry 2-3 h (~300-400 THB). Direct ferry in high season (Nov-Apr) 2 h. From Phuket: speedboat 2.5-3 h (high season only). Island connected to mainland by two bridges — can drive. In low season ferries may be cancelled!

Working Hours

Updated: Jan 2, 2026
Monday24 hours
Tuesday24 hours
Wednesday24 hours
Thursday24 hours
Friday24 hours
Saturday24 hours
Sunday24 hours
Note

Island accessible 24/7. Ferry from Krabi ~1.5-2h (~300-500 THB), from Phuket via Phi Phi ~1.5h (~800-1500 THB). High season Nov-Apr — more ferries. Low season (Jun-Sep) — fewer services, cancellations possible due to weather. Car ferry operates year-round. Saladan Pier.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Partially accessible

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Koh Lanta

Ferry or minivan from Krabi — about 2 hours. National park in the south — 200 THB for lighthouse and beautiful views. Scooter rental essential — Grab doesn't work on island. Klong Nin Beach best for sunset bars. High season November-April, some places close during monsoon.

Island roads are hilly — scooter driving experience recommended. Petrol sold in bottles at local shops.

Lanta Old Town — wooden houses on stilts. Bamboo Bay beach — secluded paradise. Mangrove forests on east side of island.

National park lighthouse at sunset. Old town houses over water. Hilltop view of long empty beaches.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

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81%4 м/с
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Water temperature
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