KRABI KAYAKING TOURS

The 15 Best Kayaking Tours in Krabi

50 tours  ·  from $16

Mangrove channels, a spring-fed lake and sea caves you enter lying flat in the boat. The 15 below cover Ao Thalane, Klong Root and Bor Thor, with a note on which start early enough to beat both the heat and the crowd.

Krabi: Kayak Adventure through Ao Thalane Mangrove Forest - The 270-minute schedule and hotel pickup
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Krabi: Kayak Adventure through Ao Thalane Mangrove Forest

1.Kayak Adventure through Ao Thalane Mangrove Forest

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,024 reviews · 4h 30m · from $38Our pick

Paddle a double kayak through Ao Thalane’s mangroves, limestone canyons, lagoons, and Crocodile Cave. Your English-speaking guide provides safety instructions, equipment, water, fruit, and hotel pickup. Expect about two hours on the water, possible monkey sightings, and a short swim stop.

“They picked us up on time in the morning, ~40minutes drive from Ao Nang, then ~2.5h of kayaking through amazing nature. Then, they drove us back to the hotel. Very convenient and exciting trip”

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Sea Kayaking in Ao Thalane & Optional Full-Day Hong Island - What the half-day kayaking route feels like
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Sea Kayaking in Ao Thalane & Optional Full-Day Hong Island

Deep Mangrove and Canyon Kayak Tour in Krabi - The first crossing takes the most effort
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Deep Mangrove and Canyon Kayak Tour in Krabi

3.Deep Mangrove and Canyon Kayak Tour in Krabi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 543 reviews · from $42Top rated

Set out from Krabi at 8:00 a.m. for about two hours on the water, paddling past limestone cliffs, through jungle canyons, lagoons, and narrow mangrove channels. A guide such as Boat, AK, or Al leads the way. Transfers, kayaks, life jackets, dry bags, drinks, and fruit are included.

“We had an amazing time! Would thoroughly recommend this small group tour as it was way more inclusive than the massive tours we passed. Staff were really welcoming and took care of us well.”

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Krabi kayaking and swimming clongrood Tour - Paddling Through the Clear Canal
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Krabi kayaking and swimming clongrood Tour

4.Krabi kayaking and swimming clongrood Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 391 reviews · 1 day · from $26Best value

Paddle Khlong Root’s clear freshwater canal with an English-speaking guide, then stop for a cool swim among rainforest trees. Guides such as Loh, Gin, and If are known for helping with photos and keeping beginners on track. Ao Nang pickup, fruit, water, and forest fees are included.

“Everything was perfect, we were only two in the transport and the guide was really really nice and very funny with us during all the activity!! 10/10 !!”

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James Bond Island: Sightseeing Tour by Longtail Boat & Kayak - The longtail boat into James Bond country
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James Bond Island: Sightseeing Tour by Longtail Boat & Kayak

5.James Bond Island: Sightseeing Tour by Longtail Boat & Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 336 reviews · 8 hours · from $55

Spend eight hours touring Phang Nga Bay from Krabi by air-conditioned minivan and traditional longtail boat. Visit James Bond Island, kayak around Thalu Island and Lod Cave, eat at Koh Panyee, then see Wat Suwan Kuha and Raman Waterfall. Guides such as Mai and Sean keep the day moving.

“Well organized and plenty of time for all the stops”

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Krabi: Klong Root (Crystal lake) Kayaking tour - Hotel pickup and the trip to Klong Root
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Krabi: Klong Root (Crystal lake) Kayaking tour

6.Klong Root (Crystal lake) Kayaking tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 308 reviews · 2h 30m · from $27

You’ll paddle Klong Root with an English-speaking guide, stop to swim in clear spring water, feed fish, and visit a pineapple plantation. Hotel pickup, kayak gear, life jackets, drinks, fruit, and insurance are included. Guides take photos and help families through the mangrove channels.

“excellent bibhave a slight stiff knee but was determined to get into kayak....the guys at the venue were brilliant helped me all the way....I had so much fun ......thankyou wasn't enough..... brilliant time had”

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Krabi: Ao Thalane Mangrove Kayaking with Extras - Limestone cliffs, wildlife, and the quiet side of Krabi
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Krabi: Ao Thalane Mangrove Kayaking with Extras

7.Ao Thalane Mangrove Kayaking with Extras

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 297 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $34

Paddle through Ao Thalane’s mangrove channels and limestone canyons with an English or Thai guide. Choose a half-day kayak trip or add lunch and an afternoon swim, massage, or 40-minute ATV ride. Guides such as Pong can help beginners, and morning departures are best for a longer route.

“We had a lovely 2 hours kayaking through the mangroves with lovely views. mostly left to it by our guide but enjoyed the peaceful scenery”

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Krabi: Half-Day Kayak Adventure at Ao Thalane - From Ao Nang Hotel to the Kayak Pier
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Krabi: Half-Day Kayak Adventure at Ao Thalane

8.Half-Day Kayak Adventure at Ao Thalane

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 287 reviews · from $29

Travel from Ao Nang to Ao Thalane for a half-day paddle through mangrove channels, limestone caves, canyons, and a lagoon when tides allow. Guides such as Bao, Lek, and Din keep groups small, explain the forest, help with photos, and provide fruit afterward.

“Fantastic experience, as it was high tide we could take the route through the mangroves. The guides were brilliant. highly recommended”

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Krabi: Guided Kayaking Tour at Ao Thalane - The pickup from Ao Nang and nearby Krabi areas
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Krabi: Guided Kayaking Tour at Ao Thalane

9.Guided Kayaking Tour at Ao Thalane

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 276 reviews · from $34

Paddle through Ao Thalane’s mangroves, canyons, caves, and lagoons with an English-speaking guide such as Farut or Farus. This five-hour tour suits first-time kayakers, includes hotel pickup from Ao Nang, water, fruit, and a small-group option.

“This was a fabulous morning, beautiful varied scenery, wildlife, and a great guide (Farut). We had 3 children with us and it was a fun family activity. The kids loved it, particularly on the narrow waterways through the mangroves and loved seeing monitor lizards and monkeys.”

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Krabi: Hong Island Longtail Boat & Kayak Tour w Buffet Lunch - The longtail boat ride from Ao Nang
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Krabi: Hong Island Longtail Boat & Kayak Tour w Buffet Lunch

10.Hong Island Longtail Boat & Kayak Tour w Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 252 reviews · 7 hours · from $44

Spend seven hours exploring Hong Island by longtail boat and kayak. You’ll snorkel at Koh Daeng, paddle into Hong Lagoon’s mangroves, eat a Thai buffet on the beach, and climb to a 360-degree viewpoint. Guides such as New, Sila, Sana, and AJ are known for friendly help and taking photos.

“Really great day! Our guide was super helpful and energic and even joined us on the kayak”

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From Ao Nang: Kayaking at Klong Rud with Hotel Transfers - The ride from Ao Nang and the first practical details
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From Ao Nang: Kayaking at Klong Rud with Hotel Transfers

11.Kayaking at Klong Rud with Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 215 reviews · 2h 30m · from $28

Paddle from Klong Rud Pier through forest waterways to clear Klong Nam Sai with English-speaking guides such as Doha and Harid. You’ll swim in the lagoon, spot wildlife, use a waterproof bag, and finish with water and seasonal fruit. Pickup covers Ao Nang hotels.

“it was lovely to kayak in the mangroves, would recommend it even if the organization is a bit lackying, tour does not end on time and has you waiting around for 40 minutes, probably in hopes for you to buy food and drinks from the place.”

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Krabi: Khlong Nam Sai Lagoon with Kayaking & Optional ATV - The crystal lagoon and the swimming stop
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Krabi: Khlong Nam Sai Lagoon with Kayaking & Optional ATV

12.Khlong Nam Sai Lagoon with Kayaking & Optional ATV

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 136 reviews · 3h 30m · from $55

Spend 3.5 hours kayaking 2 kilometers through rainforest, rubber trees, pineapple farms, and orchids to Khlong Nam Sai Lagoon. Swim before the lagoon, enjoy fruit and water, then add a 30-minute ATV ride and Thai lunch. Ao Nang pickup is included.

“Everything was amazing, especially the water rafting with Ao! He was the best and made it such a fun experience. Highly recommend”

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Krabi kayak at Ao Thalane - Choosing sunset or morning
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Krabi kayak at Ao Thalane

13.Krabi kayak at Ao Thalane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · from $34

Join guides such as Lek, Bao, or Chin for a small-group kayak trip through Ao Thalane’s mangroves and limestone canyons. The roughly five-hour outing includes equipment, hotel pickup, a dry bag, sunset views, wildlife spotting, and a BBQ dinner with chicken, seafood, and vegetables.

“The kayaking experience was amazing. The only down side was the long drive to location (via pickup of other guests). A little unorganised to get started (one guide did it all for a group of 8), but once we got started, it was wonderful. 8km of paddling through very calm waters. Followed by a local meal.”

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Hong Islands Longtail Boat Tour with Kayak Paddling - Leaving Nopparat Thara Pier around 9 a.m.
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Hong Islands Longtail Boat Tour with Kayak Paddling

14.Hong Islands Longtail Boat Tour with Kayak Paddling

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 59 reviews · from $64

Spend about seven hours from Krabi exploring Koh Daeng and Hong Island by traditional longtail boat. Snorkel, kayak through Hong Lagoon, eat a Thai buffet lunch, and climb to a 360-degree viewpoint. Guides such as Brown and Joon have earned praise for friendly help and clear explanations.

“The pick up was about 20mins late, apparently due to many people going on tours. First of all we were taken to a meeting point at Nopparat Thara Pier where about 100-150 people were waiting to get on boats for various tours. My groRead more”

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Krabi Stand-Up Paddleboard Illuminated Night Tour - Starting at Freebird Paddle Co. at 6 p.m.
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Krabi Stand-Up Paddleboard Illuminated Night Tour

15.Krabi Stand-Up Paddleboard Illuminated Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $66

Meet Lam and the Freebird Paddle Co. team at Railay Beach for a guided evening SUP trip. Learn basic techniques, practice in shallow water, then paddle beneath sunset and stars as LED boards and bioluminescent plankton light the sea.

“This experience exceded our expectations. We went on transparent stand-up paddleboards while almost everyone else was in transparent kayaks. The guides were helpful and swimming with the bioluminescent plankton was an amazing experience. Viewing the fish under our kayaks at night was amazing. This was one of the highlights of our vacation.”

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New in Krabi Kayaking Tours

★ 5.0Half Day Kayaking Experience In Ao ThalaneFrom $3720 reviews
★ 5.0Half-Day Sea Kayaking Adventure in Ao Thalane Bay from KrabiFrom $325 reviews
★ 4.5Full Day Kayaking at Ao Thalane KrabiFrom $539 reviews
★ 5.0Early bird kayak adventure at AO ThalaneFrom $6411 reviews
★ 5.0Jurassic Jungle Kayak and Phra Nang Cave Beach TourFrom $914 reviews
★ 5.0Crystal Clear Kayak Tour in KrabiFrom $485 reviews
★ 5.0Kayaking in Ao Thalane – Discover the Mangrove lifeFrom $19434 reviews
★ 4.0Ao Nang Kayaking at Klong Rud with Hotel TransferFrom $255 reviews
★ 3.5ATV & Kayaking in Hidden Freshwater Lagoon, Unseen Krabi Half Day TripFrom $556 reviews
★ 5.0South Kayak Klong Root Kayaking TourFrom $187 reviews
★ 4.3Sunset Kayaking Ao Thalane with Dinner BBQFrom $543 reviews
★ 4.3Hidden Mirror Lake Kayak, Swim & Easy Nature ActivityFrom $3115 reviews
★ 3.7Klong Root Kayaking Viewpoint,Fish Feeding and moreFrom $1628 reviews
★ 4.5Krabi kayaking Ao thalaneFrom $3624 reviews
★ 3.2Kayaking, Crystal Lagoon, and Fish Spa in Klong RootFrom $3813 reviews

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After dark

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