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Koh Lanta

Discover laid back Koh Lanta Island. Koh Lanta is a true island and coastal paradise hidden away in The Andaman Sea featuring fantastic beaches, luxurious boutique resorts - a true haven of nature. Krabi & Ko Lanta, a Thai island paradise. 

Koh Lanta is situated in the southern most district of Krabi Province, approximately 70 kilometers from Krabi province. It stretches for 27 kilometers in the north to south direction along the western coastline of Andaman Sea in southern Thailand. Koh Lanta lies on the west coast of Andaman Sea in between Krabi and Phi Phi Island. Large Size Island with 6 km wide and over 30 kms long, 9 beaches lie from north to south along the sunset coast. Stunning scenery, fantastic white sandy beaches, coastlines have more than 70 small islands and plenty with forest, coral reefs and under water life. The geography of the island is typically mangroves; coral rimmed beaches; and rugged tree covered hills.

Koh Lanta is thin and long island. The ferry or car ferry will docking at the north most of the island call Baan Saladan; the gate way to Paradise. Start traveling on Koh Lanta at Baan SalaDan Village, a typical Thai fishing village where most of boats from Phi Phi and Krabi terminate. Boat for snorkeling or diving are available here; you can hire a motorbikes rentals from here as well. From Baan Saladan, drive down to the south with distance 30 Km will take about one hour. The road will end at Koh Lanta Marine National Park office where the lighthouse; symbolic of Koh Lanta located. Beware that half of the way is paved road, the rest is unpaved; dusty, bumpy and up hill and down dale. But both sides are stunning view. 

 

Recommended Places to Stay

 

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  • Coral View Resort Haad Sai Daeng Beach Koh Tao: “Coral View Resort is located on Haad Sai Daeng, an idyllic golden sand beach on the south coast of Koh Tao. There are only two resorts that share the beach which is just a stones throw away from the infamous Shark Island, regarded as Koh Tao’s best dive site and amongst the finest in the Gulf of Thailand. The Thai and Australian couple who manage the resort are so hospitable that it has been listed in the both English and French guide books whilst the beautiful cove of Haad Sai Daeng provides the perfect picture of paradise.”

  • Suksamran Villas Sairee Beach Koh Tao: “Happiness in Thai language is pronounced ‘Suk Sam Ran’ and has now become the godfather of SUKSAMRAN Villas. We want our guest to be happy here. When you visit Koh Tao, Suksamran Studios & Villas close to Sairee Beach offer a unique level of comfort, ensuring that your stay on Koh Tao provides a lasting memory of the very best in Thai hospitality.”

  • Chintakiri Resort Chalok Baan Kao Beach Koh Tao: “Koh Tao Chintakiri Resort in Chalok Baan Kao offers all the comforts you will need in a magnificent seaview setting. Situated next to a turquoise ocean, against a backdrop of mountains, and surrounded by a lush garden, we provide a relaxing ambience where you can fully recharge yourself before being ready for action in Koh Tao’s wind and waves, especially its rich marine and coral life. Our resort is located on a hill, allowing guests to enjoy a full breeze and one of the best breathtaking views of the ocean on the island. We offer 19 intimate and comfortable deluxe bungalows made of tropical wood to accommodate our nature-loving guests.”

  • Koh Tao View Cliff Resort is located on an outcrop of land between the main Sairee beach and Mae Haad beach. View Cliff has a choice of accommodation to suit all budgets, it’s own restaurant serving Thai and Western meals, a Mini-Mart and an internet service.

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