Railay Overview

If I mention “Railay” to Thai people, not many ones know it, unlike foreign tourists. Railay was originally recognized as a little village of fishermen on the mainland, it’s not on an island. Due to its surroundings by limestone cliffs, people feel isolated from prosperity of the town and think of being on an island. How to get there: only by long-tail boats from Ao Nang or Ao Nam Mao or Krabi Town, if you come from Krabi. By a cruise, if you travel from Koh Phi Phi. Conservative tourists want to preserve this place as it is. So far there is no road access to Railay. Only by boat, you can get there from Ao Nang or Ao Nam Mao (the shell fossil).

Rock Climbing is likely to be an ideal attraction of Krabi by popularity of Railay. By this photo, a trainer of rock climbing is showing. Limestone cliffs on Railay East are plenty for rock climbers. I would recommend Cliffs Man on Railay West.

Pranang Cave Beach From my experience, this beach is the most beautiful, white sand, suite for swimming, sun bath, enjoy jogging, etc. The cave is at the end of the beach with a local tale about this cave (I cannot remember the story). You can take about 15 minutes by walking from Railay Beach.

Railay West It’s good for sun bath, swimming, sea canoeing, etc. It is the pier for tourists from Ao Nang. 9:00 am everyday, boat from Ao Nang will be stop for tourists for 10 minutes and leave for Koh Phi Phi. If you want to go to Koh Phi Phi you may book at counter of any resorts. Check out and be ready for the boat. 1- day trip is also available. Sea Canoeing is another popular activity. What are the recommended resorts: Railay Village, Railay Bay, Sand Sea Resort. Only three resorts are here.

Tonsai Beach Traveling is not much convenient and far from attractions, pier. But not far from food shops, boats, ATM, internet, etc. You may walk along the beach from Railay to Tonsai.