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Blue Swimming Crabs Release Place
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Hua Hin

Blue Swimming Crabs Release Place

4.8(107 reviews)

This community-led conservation initiative on the Hua Hin shoreline gives visitors the chance to actively participate in releasing blue swimming crabs — and occasionally other marine animals such as small sharks and juvenile crabs — back into the sea. Each release is logged with names and dates so that local fishermen can identify and avoid recapturing the animals, making this a genuinely purposeful exercise rather than a symbolic gesture. The project reflects a broader effort within Hua Hin's fishing community to balance traditional livelihoods with long-term environmental stewardship. The atmosphere is relaxed, intimate, and notably family-friendly. Children respond well to the hands-on nature of the activity, and the early morning setting along the coast keeps things calm and unhurried. The site sits just behind a Cafe Amazon, and a small local coffee shop nearby makes it easy to pair the experience with a morning drink before or after the release. Visitors consistently describe it as wholesome and grounding — a meaningful contrast to more passive beach activities in the region. The release takes place daily, with sessions running from approximately 8:45 to 10:00 AM. Arriving close to opening time is advisable, as the window is short. Wear casual, water-friendly clothing and footwear suitable for shoreline conditions. Checking the official Facebook group before visiting is recommended for any day-specific instructions or updates on what creatures will be released.

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Visitor Reviews

Hua Hin truly Heals- we appreciate this altruistic and wholesome family activity by the beach, allowing us to give back to nature and not just take from it. 9-Stars!

This is a very well run experience and a fun thing to do with kids.

It was a very nice experience returning marine animals to the water, we returned a small shark, large crab and many one day old crabs. You are welcome to come everyday at 9 AM

Location Info

GXGF+J5R, Hua Hin, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailandm.facebook.com/groups/bscbhh/?ref=share&mibextid=SDPelY
Opening Hours
Monday08:45-10:00
Tuesday08:45-10:00
Wednesday08:45-10:00
Thursday08:45-10:00
Friday08:45-10:00
Saturday08:45-10:00
Sunday08:45-10:00

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Heat and humidity peak from noon to 3 PM. Schedule jungle treks, cycling tours, and outdoor cooking classes for early morning. Water activities are more flexible since you're in and out of the sea.

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Visitor Information

Best time to visit

March – August

Avoid: September – November (rainy season)

Rainy season

September – November

Avg. temperature

23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)

Crowds

Moderate

Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)

Getting there

Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). Private car recommended.

Getting around

  • Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
  • Motorbike taxis
  • Bicycle rental
  • Grab available