The 9 Best Krabi Mangrove Kayaking Tours

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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2.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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3.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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4.Kayak in Mangrove Forest with Meal Aonang

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 52 reviews · 1h 30m · from $32Best value

From Ao Nang or Ao Nam Mao, paddle calm mangrove channels with a Thai-English guide such as Kao, Falik, or Gus. Expect limestone views, monkeys, birds, crabs, and perhaps lizards, followed by lunch, fruit, and hotel drop-off. The advertised 90-minute tour can run closer to two hours with tides and weather.

“I did the tour last week It starts in a nice hotel next to the mangroves. Even in main saison I was very lucky to get a 3 person group, so it was very relaxing. The nice good English speaking guide offered me to join him or get my own Kayak. He explained a lot, answered all questions and took fotos and videos of us. I would recommend this tour to all of my friends!”

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5.Half-Day Mangrove Boat Trip And Khao Khanap Nam Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 40 reviews · 2 hours · from $38

You’ll cruise Krabi Town’s mangrove channels, visit Khao Khanap Nam Cave, and see stalactites, stalagmites, paintings, and giant human bones. An English-speaking guide leads the outing, with hotel pickup, water, insurance, and time for photos included. The actual sightseeing may feel shorter than two hours.

“Ingen forbedringsforslag, alt var, som det skulle være🤩”

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6.Kayaking in Ao Thalane – Discover the Mangrove life

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $194

Spend about eight hours exploring Ao Thalane by kayak and private minivan. A certified guide leads you through mangroves and limestone cliffs, then takes you to Thapom Klong Song Nam and Sa Kaeo Pool. Guides including Ekky, Unn, and Sakeenah are praised for care and flexibility.

“My husband and I had an amazing private tour to Ao Thalane. There is kayaking (nit very challenging) through mangrove forest with breathtaking views, delicious lunch, walk through natural park and swimming in the natural pool. Our guide Ekkie really made this activity special. He is super welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly.”

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7.A Kayaking Odyssey through Din Daeng Mangrove Maze

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $32

You’ll paddle from Ao Thalane Pier through tidal sandbanks, Din Daeng Canyon, mangrove channels, Monkey Beach, and Ko Ha. An English- or Thai-speaking guide leads the route, with hotel pickup, kayak gear, water, fruit, and a waterproof bag included. No previous kayaking experience is needed.

“för mycket folk på aktiviteten, och pga av lågvatten fick vi vända efter halva turen.”

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8.Half-Day Bor Thor Mangrove Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 4 reviews · 5 hours · from $53

You’ll kayak through Bor Thor’s calm mangrove channels, pass beneath the cliffs at Lod Cave, and see prehistoric paintings at Pee Hua Toh Cave. An English or Thai-speaking guide handles safety, equipment, transfers, fruit, water, and lunch, with hotel pickup from Krabi’s main resort areas.

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9.Kayaking Tour at Ban Bor Thor Ancient Cave & Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $58

You’ll kayak Ban Bor Thor’s mangrove waterways, pass fishermen, enter limestone caves, and walk through Pee Hua Toe Cave to see paintings more than 3,000 years old. Guides such as Chan and Maan lead the trip. Pickup, kayak use, park fees, drinks, and hotel transport are included.

“Very nice and easy going Kayak trip through the mangroves and some amazing caves with Stalagmites an Stalagtites. My favourite part was the ancient cave with over 100 rock paintings that are 3000 years old, such a beautiful experience. Our tour guide Maan was superfriendly.”

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