Ko Lanta Yai Travel Guide
The main island in the group of islands known as Ko Lanta is Ko Lanta Yai and it sits off the west coast of Thailand in Krabi Province. The island boasts beautiful beaches, crystal clear seas and many activities and tours to experience, from sailing and kayaking to diving and fishing.
Ko Lanta Yai is a great destination for families, couples and the older generation who are looking to chill out, wine and dine and wander the pretty coastline. However, there are some good bars offering a livelier night out than you might expect but it is less chaotic than neighboring Ko Phi Phi.
Ko Lanta Yai is most famous for its diving sites and beaches. Klong Dao is the most popular beach on the island, with a wide range of facilities, restaurants and bars that line the back of the beach. Other great beaches include Klong Khong, Kan Tiang, Long Beach and Ko Kwang, which has the most beautiful aquamarine-colored sea on the island.
Getting There & Away
The nearest airport is in Krabi and there is a smaller one in Trang, just south of Krabi, where there is a constant line of mini vans and taxis waiting to take you to the ferry port to Ko Lanta Yai. There are regular boats running from Phi Phi and Phuket and the train station in Trang serves major tourist destinations including Bangkok, the main air gateway to Thailand.
Things to Do
Ko Lanta Yai Attractions
- Ban Saladan
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Situated two miles from klong dao beach, this village is the tourist center of the island.
- Khao Mai Kaew Caves
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Situated in the heart of the island, the caves are filled with stalactites and stalagmites as well as hidden pools and amazing rock formations.
- Orchid Nursery Farm
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A garden that is filled with tropical flowers can be found just off long beach.