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Laem Chamuk Khwai
Temples & Culture
Krabi

Laem Chamuk Khwai

4.6(253 reviews)

Tucked away on a peninsula in the Khao Thong area of Mueang Krabi District, Laem Chamuk Khwai rewards those willing to make a short effort with a largely undiscovered stretch of beach and striking limestone rock scenery. Unlike the heavily visited beaches elsewhere in Krabi, this spot draws visitors seeking solitude and natural beauty away from the crowds. A roughly 15-minute trail winds through bush to reach the coastline, where dramatic rock formations and clear water make for a memorable payoff. The trail itself is accessible to most reasonably fit visitors, though the final descent to the beach involves navigating tree roots and a rope, so some agility helps. Along the way, there are viewpoints offering wide coastal panoramas, and those who follow the path to its end are treated to an open, unspoiled beach. Visitors arriving by road should drive as far as the track allows and park where the road ends, near the signposted parking area for Laem Chamuk. Deer enclosures have been spotted near the fence line at the start of the trail. Good to know: This is an outdoor natural attraction with no formal facilities listed, so bring water, sun protection, and sturdy footwear suitable for uneven terrain. The site can be reached either by boat or by trail. A secondary viewpoint trail exists but is reportedly less well maintained, so exercise caution if exploring beyond the main path. Visiting during the cooler morning hours makes the hike more comfortable and increases the chance of having the beach to yourself.

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Visitor Reviews

Drive as close as you can, until the road is washed away. Park there. Its labelled on maps as the parking area for laem chamuk. If you look through the fence you might see a lot of deer in enclosures and you might hear some peafowl. In order, 1 photo shows a gate you have to go through. After this gate there are a couple more gates on either side of the trail, ignore those. Photo 2 shows a typical section of trail after the gate. Photos 3 and 4 show the viewpoint before you get to the arch. If you look carefully at 3, that is the arch you can just see. Photo 5 is standing directly on top of the arch. You have to go under some barbed wire to stand on it. There has been a recent landside which has destroyed the path down to the arch at sea level and it is very difficult to get to it now. Still possible but be careful. Go at low tide, i went at high tide and couldnt really get out far enough for photos, there was no beach. I saw a malayan pit viper on the trail - very venomous! By the way there was one other split in the trail just before the first viewpoint. Left went down to the sea and straight on is to the arch. Not sure if that left turn might be an easier way to get to the arch when the tide is out?

Lovely bush walk on the peninsula. Small climb down to the beach at the end of the path, with the help of tree roots and a rope, you’ll be met with a gorgeous deserted beach and stunning rock landscapes. Recommended excursion if you like to get away from crowds. We didn’t bump into anyone else.

Short trail and amazing view point. You can either go by boat or trail. I went by trail and it was easy to get there. There's a secondary view point but the trail is not well maintained. You get a view from the bay to the left of the rock. Best seen in the afternoon close to sunset!

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Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – April

Avoid: June – September (rough Andaman seas)

Rainy season

May – October

Avg. temperature

23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: December – February

Getting there

Krabi Airport (KBV) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). Ferries connect to Koh Lanta, Koh Phi Phi, and Phuket. Bus/minivan from Phuket takes ~3 hrs.

Getting around

  • Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach)
  • Songthaews in Ao Nang
  • Grab (limited, mainly Ao Nang)
  • Motorbike rental