Ao Mai Pai Travel Guide
Surrounded by jungle, the picturesque beach of Ao Mai Pai is a great place to relax for a day or two. This beautiful cove is Koh Lanta's southern-most beach, offering extreme relaxation.
- Worth It?
- If you want peace and quiet away from loud music and bright lights.
- What to Do
- snorkeling, walking through the jungle, swimming, sunbathing.
- Best Time to Go
- during the cool, dry season from November to March.
- How Long?
- A day or two in enough time to chill out in Ao Mai Pai.
- Trivia
- the lighthouse located near Ao Mai Pai is the symbol of Koh Lanta.
Also known as Bamboo Bay, the pure white sand beach of Ao Mai Pai is met by crystal clear water with a small reef offshore. This is a great spot for snorkeling and swimming before stretching out on the sand and soaking up the sun.
Don't expect lively nightlife and numerous entertainment options in Ao Mai Pai. This area is intended for those who want extreme relaxation. Wander through the jungle to discover a pretty waterfall and cave before returning to the beach to enjoy a fresh fish dinner and the cool evening breeze.
Travel to Ao Mai Pai - Getting There
The nearest airport to Ao Mai Pai is at Krabi, which is a 1-hour, 20-minute flight from Bangkok. Take a taxi from the airport to Klong Chi Lard Pier (20 minutes), from where you can take a ferry across to Koh Lanta (2 hours). Share a pick-up truck from the pier along steep dirt roads to Ao Mai Pai (50 minutes). Bangkok has a large airport with international connections.
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