KRABI PUB CRAWLS & NIGHTLIFE
Good krabi pub crawls & nightlife fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 6 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Meet your English-speaking guide at a bar in Ao Nang, make friends over welcome shots and games, then visit more bars, hear live music, stop at the beach, and finish at a nightclub. The five-hour crawl includes taxis, a T-shirt, and a bucket at Nomads Ao Nang Hostel, but most drinks cost extra.
Spend one lively hour at Blue Dragon Cabaret on Ao Nang’s third-floor Center Point. English-speaking staff, bottled water, and a choice of showtimes are included. Expect transgender performers, elaborate costumes, Thai dance, pop routines, drag skits, and sensual segments.
“agréable soirée très beau spectacle et bonne ambiance”
Spend an evening at Blue Dragon Cabaret in Ao Nang with professional drag performers, bright costumes, music, dance, comedy, and photo chances. The show lasts about one hour, with performances at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 p.m. Bottled water is included, while drinks cost extra.
“Great little show. It's not the level lof the Calypso Cabaret in Bangkok but it's good local entertainment and a good laugh. They do mime, but costumes are fabulous and the artists are sweet. Cheaper if you book direct, and at the end if the show, expect the tip the artists 100 baht per artist for pictures.”
Meet at Koko Party Hostel at 9pm for drinking games, free pour shots, and a bucket before joining a large group from Ao Nang’s party hostels. You’ll visit several bars and a club, with two routes running on different nights. Bring cash, ID, comfortable shoes, and a sensible drinking plan.
“We ended up leaving before it began because we were told the event wasn’t going to take place until 1 hour later than advertised.”
You’ll ride a traditional long-tail boat to Khao Khanap Nam at sunset, then return to shore for a guided night-market walk and local food samples. Guides such as Apple and Tan have earned praise for local know-how and friendly help, though one report found the market portion poorly guided.
“Sunset trip in a long tail boat is definitely recommended. The views of the sunset were spectacular. Afterward the stroll in the night market was equally impressive. It was a good way to try some local food and drinks. The whole trip was made enjoyable by our trip guide Ms. Apple from TripGuru. Her knowledge and ofcourse the local know how was much appreciated to make this trip enjoyable. Thanks Apple”
Spend about an hour at Krabi’s Blue Dragon Cabaret in Ao Nang, where transgender performers present Vegas-style, aquatic, and pop-themed acts. Your mobile ticket includes admission and bottled water. Choose from three showtimes, but note that the program includes drag comedy and sensual dance segments.
“4/5 the cabaret Blue Dragon show was very entertaining. The Lady Boys were spot on with their lip syncing and costumes. The entertainers were engaging and tried to make all the audience part of the show. It was a great laugh and the songs were perfect for each gorgeous costume change. A definite go to show if you can.”
Pick a boat, a paddle or a jungle road.
