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5 beautiful islands, easy to go to, and must-visit if you move to Ao Nang, Krabi

Ao Nang is the center of tourism in Krabi, which is full of hotels, resorts, restaurants, tour agencies, and easy-to-reach tourist destinations. These conveniences make Ao Nang always attract a lot of tourists to visit and become one of the destinations to move to and live in for expats around the world, especially people who love beautiful islands. Let’s explore which Krabi islands you can come to if starting from Ao Nang.

Phi Phi Don Island

The heaven of relaxation, which is easy to travel from Ao Nang, Phi Phi Don Island is the largest island in the Phi Phi Islands and full of convenience, from accommodations and restaurants to piers and beautiful nature such as white sand and clear sky. And because this is a large island, there are a lot of tourist destinations to visit. The highlights of Phi Phi Don Island are Ao Tonsai, which is suitable for sunbathing, playing in seawater, kayaking, and rock climbing, and Loh Dalum Bay, which is private for people who love privacy. Phi Phi Don is really nice if you're staying for a night during your weekend.

Bamboo Island

North of Phi Phi Don Island is the location of Bamboo Island, which locals call “Ko Mai Phai.” This is another of the Krabi Islands near Ao Nang, which has private vibes, beautiful sea, and abundant coral reefs like the nicknamed “The Coral Grove of Hundreds Thousand Rai.” So, the most famous activity here must be snorkeling, seeing the world under the sea. Bamboo Island is a small island that you can walk and sightsee around. Most people visit here for a one-day trip, which is enough time to admire the charm of this beautiful island.

Poda Island

8 kilometers from the Ao Nang coast, there is an island that has a shape like a sailboat mast waiting for tourists to visit. This is Poda Island. Just 30 minutes from Ao Nang, you will find another beautiful island that has white sand and clear seawater that you can relax in. Although Poda Island has less coral reef, the highlight of this island is starting when the water level drops, you will see the Separated Sea (Talay Waek) from here. Therefore, Poda Island is a popular destination for visitors who love Krabi Islands and must visit at least once!

Tup Island, Mo Island, and Kai Island (Talay Waek)

Let’s go continue walking on the sandbar of the Separated Sea (Talay Waek) at Tup Island, Mo Island, and Kai Island. These three islands are connected together with a sandbar that you can walk through when the water level drops. Most of the tour agencies in Ao Nang always plan these three islands, including Poda Island, together for one day trip. Tup Island, Mo Island, and Kai Island have different highlights. For example, Kai Island (Chicken Island) has a cliff that looks like a chicken's head. Tup Island is another beautiful island suitable for snorkeling, while Mo Island has no beach, but you can walk along a sandbar to see it. These are 3 landmarks of Krabi Islands that you shouldn’t miss!

Hong Island

Hong Island is located in Than Bok Khorani National Park. Just 45 minutes to 1 hour from Ao Nang, you will discover the nature and private vibes of white sand, clear seawater, and limestone mountains. The highlight of Hong Island is 419 steel steps that await tourists to conquer and enjoy a 360-degree view on the mountaintop. You can see the view of Krabi islands along to Phangnga province. On the other side of Hong Island is a lagoon with emerald green waters surrounded by cliffs where you can take a boat to get there and swim. Guarantee that if you see it, you will fall in love with this beautiful island.

Ao Nang is the first door for tourists and expats to open to see the charm of Krabi Islands, which many people fall in love with for its beauty and abundance of nature. If you are the one who loves these things and plans to live your life in Ao Nang, Krabi. Let's come consult with Krabi Land and House for recommendations of accommodations in Krabi that best suit your lifestyle!