PhraNang Cave Beach
PhraNang Cave Beach
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Sigurd Vaadal
Spitsbergen, Norway15 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
In March there were few people here, I got up at 09:00, ate breakfast and went to the beach. I had it all to myself for a couple of hours before people started arriving. There is also a nice view. There are monkeys on the road and! Something to note:
- It is a long way to the nearest toilet.
- There are no places to eat
-When it is high tide, you have to wade in knee/hip-deep water to get to/from the beach
- some noise from the long tail boats
- It is a long way to the nearest toilet.
- There are no places to eat
-When it is high tide, you have to wade in knee/hip-deep water to get to/from the beach
- some noise from the long tail boats
Written 29 March 2024
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Daniel A
Beijing, China37,059 contributions
Jan 2025 • Family
Besides the beautiful scenery, rocks, cliffs, caves and gentle and ever so clear water, the beach there is phenomenal. Our kids enjoyed playing there so much and it’s rather large. It will be crowded but your kids will want to be in the water anyways so it’s not crowded there. They enjoyed it here so much that we came back 3 times in a week.
Written 10 March 2025
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Hanuman Travel Paragliding
Fethiye, Türkiye327 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
This is a really charming island. There is a mountain island very close to you where you lie on the beach and the atmosphere is very pleasant. There are small restaurants on the island to eat and drink. Prices are cheap and there is no excessive price difference. The color of the sea was super and it was a pleasure when the waves hit.
You can come here with daily boat tours.
You can come here with daily boat tours.
Written 12 January 2025
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David D
Devon, UK28,998 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
Friday 19th January was the first occasion that we visited this beautiful beach, the nicest beach we visited in the area.
We travelled from Ao Nang to Railay on board a long-tailed boat to Railay Beach, then walked here via Railay Bay East. It took about twenty minutes to get here but worth the walk.
At one end of the beach are the two caves with their unusual shrines, Princess Cave and Phra Nang Cave. At the other end is the massive and impressive rock tower, Ko Rang Kai.
It is a crescent shaped beach with golden sands surrounded by mountains terrain we views of islands out at sea.
Like all other beaches there are no sunbeds or umbrellas on the beach. The only shade is provided by the trees at the back of the beach. It appears to be busiest at the Cave end of the beach where the access pathway is. We preferred the other end of the beach, a bit quieter and more tree coverage.
Along the way to the beach there are plenty of small shops to purchase supplies for a stay on the Beach
Canoeing for hire one hour 300 Baht (roughly £7.50).
We did return to the beach a few days later, found a shaded spot in the trees, opposite Ko Rang Kai
From this beach as well as wonderful views of stone Tower that is Ko Rang Kai it is possible to swim/walk or canoe out to the Island's small beach at low tide.
However, on one occasion that we were here, it was at high tide and the island's beach was totally covered by the sea. It can get rather tidal here, so take care.
We travelled from Ao Nang to Railay on board a long-tailed boat to Railay Beach, then walked here via Railay Bay East. It took about twenty minutes to get here but worth the walk.
At one end of the beach are the two caves with their unusual shrines, Princess Cave and Phra Nang Cave. At the other end is the massive and impressive rock tower, Ko Rang Kai.
It is a crescent shaped beach with golden sands surrounded by mountains terrain we views of islands out at sea.
Like all other beaches there are no sunbeds or umbrellas on the beach. The only shade is provided by the trees at the back of the beach. It appears to be busiest at the Cave end of the beach where the access pathway is. We preferred the other end of the beach, a bit quieter and more tree coverage.
Along the way to the beach there are plenty of small shops to purchase supplies for a stay on the Beach
Canoeing for hire one hour 300 Baht (roughly £7.50).
We did return to the beach a few days later, found a shaded spot in the trees, opposite Ko Rang Kai
From this beach as well as wonderful views of stone Tower that is Ko Rang Kai it is possible to swim/walk or canoe out to the Island's small beach at low tide.
However, on one occasion that we were here, it was at high tide and the island's beach was totally covered by the sea. It can get rather tidal here, so take care.
Written 14 March 2024
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RaunaqSinghPunn
New Delhi, India261 contributions
Jan 2020
Only way to reach PhraNang Cave Beach/Railay Beach is by a longtail motor boat (or speed boat) from the Ao Nang Beach. Tickets for the longtail motor boat can be purchased at the shop at the corner of the road. If I recall correctly, this was a centralized shop with fixed rates to avoid scams/over pricing.
Tickets for 12noon to 6 (or maybe 5) PM are priced slightly lower than the tickets for later in the evening. You can book your return tickets from here itself. Although, there is no discount on two way booking.
Tickets to PhraNang / Railay were priced at 100THB/person/side. Its a 15-20mins boat ride. So we purchased our tickets from Ao Nang to PhraNang and walked from PhraNang to Railay Beach and boarded from Railay Beach to Ao Nang. Boats for both side of the journey were different. You must retain your ticket and show it to any of the boats parked on the beach. All can ferry you back to Ao Nang beach.
I could see some of the travelers kayaking there way to Railay/PhraNang Beach as well. Although I do not have visibility on the pricing for this.
On the beach, there are some restaurants as well. I also saw rock climbing happening there, although not sure whether it was part of some group's package or was open for all. Towards one end of the beach, inside a cave is a penis shrine. Yes, you read it right. Have a look at the photos for more details.
Tickets for 12noon to 6 (or maybe 5) PM are priced slightly lower than the tickets for later in the evening. You can book your return tickets from here itself. Although, there is no discount on two way booking.
Tickets to PhraNang / Railay were priced at 100THB/person/side. Its a 15-20mins boat ride. So we purchased our tickets from Ao Nang to PhraNang and walked from PhraNang to Railay Beach and boarded from Railay Beach to Ao Nang. Boats for both side of the journey were different. You must retain your ticket and show it to any of the boats parked on the beach. All can ferry you back to Ao Nang beach.
I could see some of the travelers kayaking there way to Railay/PhraNang Beach as well. Although I do not have visibility on the pricing for this.
On the beach, there are some restaurants as well. I also saw rock climbing happening there, although not sure whether it was part of some group's package or was open for all. Towards one end of the beach, inside a cave is a penis shrine. Yes, you read it right. Have a look at the photos for more details.
Written 25 January 2020
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Coyote-Travelerz
Jacksonville, FL3,195 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
The beach is empty in the morning until around 10 am. Use this time to your advantage and relax in a quiet, tranquil environment.
At sunset the beach tends to be less crowded than Railay with equal (if not better) views. Be sure to look at the rock faces and how they change color as the sun sets.
At sunset the beach tends to be less crowded than Railay with equal (if not better) views. Be sure to look at the rock faces and how they change color as the sun sets.
Written 2 November 2022
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Kaushal_Sekhani
Hyderabad, India37 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Without doubt the best beach we have been to! White sand beach with beautiful clear water. We just could not get enough of it 😍
Tip:- So glad that we stayed in Railay! The early morning views when the beach is empty is truly divine. Would suggest anyone planning to visit to stay at Railay and experience the beach early morning. The boats from Ao nang start around 8 for Railay best to be at the beach before that. Railay has plenty of stay options and lots of interesting cafes around.
Follow me on insta @kaushalsekhani for any tips and details on Thailand
Tip:- So glad that we stayed in Railay! The early morning views when the beach is empty is truly divine. Would suggest anyone planning to visit to stay at Railay and experience the beach early morning. The boats from Ao nang start around 8 for Railay best to be at the beach before that. Railay has plenty of stay options and lots of interesting cafes around.
Follow me on insta @kaushalsekhani for any tips and details on Thailand
Written 4 January 2023
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Thewanderlustnomadfamily
New York City, NY53 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Easy to reach, you take a boat from Ao nang beach for 200baht/head and 15 minutes later you will be at PhraNang. You can spend the day, food and drink are available ( no restaurant only boat food). There is two beautiful restaurant bay view but they’re part of an hotel and you can’t have lunch .
Pro: there is shade for family . Massage spot. Canoe to go around the rock and basic food and drinks. You can go back anytime you want.
Con: it is extremely busy, we couldn’t believe it. It changed a bit the experience !
I managed to take some pictures with almost no people.
Pro: there is shade for family . Massage spot. Canoe to go around the rock and basic food and drinks. You can go back anytime you want.
Con: it is extremely busy, we couldn’t believe it. It changed a bit the experience !
I managed to take some pictures with almost no people.
Written 20 January 2020
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erez m
7 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
The best beach in Thailand and one on the best in the world. We have been returning to this beach dozen of times over the last thirty !!! Years and it hasn’t changed. The view of the rocks is unique the sand strip is wide and clean and the water clear and warm - simply perfect !
Written 26 September 2022
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TequilaPepita
Bangkok, Thailand3,138 contributions
Feb 2021 • Couples
This beach has to be one of the most beautiful one in Thailand! We were there 3 years ago and the place was so packed with tail boats and people that it was not enjoyable. This time during the pandemic we had virtually the entire beach to ourselves! We were simply in awe. We also climbed to the Railay viewpoint and the view was stunning. Not to be missed when in Krabi.
Written 8 March 2021
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Is cliff jumping allowed here? Are there any tours for cliff jumping around the area?
Written 28 June 2022
Hi, I’d like to know when the last boat going to Ao nang is! Thanks in advance :)
Written 16 December 2019
I think the last boat back is at 6 pm but not 100% sure.
Written 16 December 2019
Nivedita
Pune, India
Can we cover 4 island tour and Tiger Cave temple in one day
Written 1 December 2019
ได้ครับเพียงแต่แนะนำให้ไปเที่ยววัดถ่ำเสือก่อนเพราะต้องใช้กำลังเดินเที่ยวชมบริเวณสถานที่ และ มาพักผ่อน กับน้ำทะเล ที่ทริปท่านจองใว้ขอแนะนำว่าให้เหมาแบบรวมสองทริปราคาจะถูกลงครับ
Written 5 December 2019
When is the returning time from the tour, approximately.
Written 25 October 2019
It takes 20 minuts aprox. It’s not a big cave but there is a lot of different corners where take beautiful pictures
Written 25 October 2019
Hi my krabi flight via kualalampur from kolkata where do i get thai visa on arival?
Written 9 April 2019
Depending on what airline you fly they might have the paper to fill in on the final flight. Kuala Lumpur - Krabi. That can speed up the time spent in immigration if you pre-fill them. Many times when you fly in to thailand from abroad they do have them onboard, Thai air and others.. otherwise its airport..
Have a nice trip!
Br
Jan
Written 10 April 2019
Hello, where are the cliffs to jump from? Are there a variety of heights? Really only looks for a few meters high. Cheers!
Written 20 November 2018
There were climbers that were scaling specific cliffs over the water out from Railey beaches, they were getting to them by boat.
Written 20 November 2018
Is the long tail boat ride children friendly? We are a group travelling with kids aged 6months old upto 9 years old.
Written 18 November 2018
Hey Shahira, when I went on this trip there were lots of kids from ages 2-15ish! The boat ride can be a bit bumpy and also it can be a bit tricky going in and out of the boat. Other than that I think its fine for your kids to go on the trip :)
Written 18 November 2018
dipanjali s
Bengaluru, India
How early can I get a ride to phranang bay or Hong island? I want to get back to my hotel by 12:30
Written 27 October 2018
you can arrange for the tour boat to depart at 7.30am or 8am.
You might need to pay for the whole boat if there are no other passengers and you are in a hurry.
Written 8 November 2018
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