Railay Beach
A slice of tropical paradise cut off by cliffs - white-sand beaches backed by towering limestone karsts, reached only by boat, famed for rock climbing and jungle-fringed calm.
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Railay is a slice of tropical paradise on the Krabi coast, a small peninsula cut off from the mainland by towering limestone cliffs and reachable only by boat. Its white-sand beaches are backed by dramatic karst walls and jungle, the water is warm and clear, and it is world-famous for rock climbing on the cliffs, with the beautiful Phra Nang beach and its cave shrine among the loveliest in Thailand.
What you actually see
- Phra Nang Beach - the beautiful beach with its cliffs and cave shrine.
- The limestone cliffs - the karst walls, world-famous for climbing.
- The rock climbing - the routes on the cliffs for all levels.
- The viewpoint and lagoon - the jungle trail to the hidden lagoon.
When to go
November to April for the dry season, calm seas and clear water; the monsoon from May to October brings rain and rougher boat crossings. It is reachable only by longtail boat, so crossings depend on the sea.
Honest expectations
It is reachable only by longtail boat, so access depends on the tide and sea conditions, and boats can be a wet, bumpy ride. It has grown busy and the main beaches lined with resorts and bars. The hidden lagoon hike is a steep, muddy scramble, not the easy stroll some expect.
Nearby
Ao Nang, Krabi town and the Phi Phi Islands are close by boat.
What to pack for Railay Beach
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
