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How to Experience the Best of Koh Lanta, Krabi

Discover an Enthralling Thai Island

By Gabriel AnthonyPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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The beautiful island of Koh Lanta happens to be situated on Thailand’s western coast in the region of Krabi. It may be regarded as one of Thailand’s popular tourist destinations. Visitors will find that this island boasts many of the features you would look for in a holiday destination; these include lovely beaches where you can soak up the sun and swim, good reasonably priced restaurants, attractive beach bars, appealing accommodations and enchanting natural attractions. Described below are some of its many allures.

Visit Klong Nin Beach

You will find that the appealing Klong Nin Beach happens to be one of Koh Lanta’s main beaches and is regarded as one of its natural highlights. This beautiful expansive beach will be a great place at which to relax and unwind amidst the picturesque surroundings. Visitors will find that Klong Nin is even more attractive in the evenings when more people arrive and the restaurants and appealing beach bars fill up. Additionally, this beach’s central position on the island makes it an excellent location to commence your exploration of Koh Lanta.

Enjoy Bamboo Beach

Another splendid Koh Lanta attraction would be the alluring Bamboo Beach. This beach is greatly renowned for its beauty and serenity. However, it also has the advantage of not being well-known amongst tourists, and therefore you will have the opportunity to spend quality leisure time here without having to put up with crowds. Bamboo Beach presents an entrancing sight with its picturesque sea waters and lofty palm trees. You will also notice a verdant meadow located adjacent to the beach where cows graze, creating an idyllic sight. You will additionally find a little bamboo hut here where you may buy snacks and cool drinks.

Experience Ban Saladan

Ban Saladan is a small village located towards the north of Koh Lanta; when you arrive at this island by ferry, this will be where you will land. Although this settlement happens to be a fishing village, many of the necessities tourists will require will be available here. At Ban Saladan, there are ATMs, bakeries, supermarkets and a hospital. You will find that strolling through and shopping in this village will be a pleasant experience. You could purchase a couple of souvenirs at the market halls and perhaps experience the night market which you will find here in the high season. An accommodation choice to consider from which you could easily explore this village would be Avani+ Koh Lanta Krabi Resort which may be regarded as one of the pleasingly located SHA Extra+ certified resorts in Krabi.

Hire a scooter and explore the island

In Koh Lanta, you will have the opportunity to explore the island’s beaches and other attractions by renting a scooter. Many tourists take the opportunity to do so as driving should be pleasant on the island, with a well-developed network of roads to be found here; what’s more, the traffic is calm and unhurried. You will be able to rent a scooter at many of the local accommodations or at the minor travel agencies to be found on the main road. As you explore the island, you will find that signs will indicate where gasoline is available.

Stroll through Koh Lanta Old Town

Amongst the unique things to experience in Koh Lanta would be exploring the island’s Old Town. You will find that this locality where most of the families are of Thai Chinese ethnicity, offers many charming sights for the visitor. Here you will be able to visit the intriguing Chinese shrine and admire the quaint wooden houses lining the seaside. You will also be able to enjoy a meal or snack at one of the fish restaurants or cafes. You could additionally browse through the goods offered by the interesting shops you will find here.

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