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Day Trips · Phuket, Phuket

Krabi Day Trip (Railay Beach & Four Islands)

  • Travel time2 hours by ferry or 45 minutes by speedboat

Krabi Province is just east of Phuket and accessible by ferry or speedboat. The highlights are Railay Beach — a dramatic limestone peninsula accessible only by boat — and the Four Islands tour (Ko Poda, Chicken Island, Tup Island, and Phra Nang Cave Beach). Railay has world-class rock climbing, pristine beaches, and the Princess Cave shrine.

Location

8.0728, 98.9010 View on map

Highlights

  • Railay Beach West and East — car-free beach accessible by longtail only
  • Phra Nang Cave Beach — one of Thailand's most beautiful beaches
  • Rock climbing on Railay's limestone cliffs
  • Four Islands snorkelling tour (Ko Poda, Ko Kai/Chicken Island)
  • Krabi Town Old City (if overnighting)

Tips for visiting

  • Combine with a night in Krabi Town or Ao Nang for a more relaxed experience
  • Railay requires a longtail boat from Ao Nang — factor this into the journey
  • Rock climbing at Railay is suitable for all abilities with instruction