#1
Ao Phang Nga National Park
4.6 (8,725)·Krabi
A protected marine park of limestone karsts, mangrove forests, and iconic islands rising from emerald waters.
The 10 Best Activities & Tours in Krabi, Ranked
This lot is heavy on nature, with karst parks, jungle pools and waterfalls taking most of the slots, plus three ethical elephant sanctuaries and one cooking class in Ao Nang. Ao Phang Nga tops it, though Dragon's Crest is the one I'd point you at if you can handle the climb.
10 placesAvg 4.7 on GoogleUpdated Oct 2026
This list ranks the attractions and tours, mostly parks, pools and waterfalls. For the island-hopping days and beaches too, with prices and timing, the Things to Do in Krabi guide ranks the best of the province.
- #2
Emerald Pool
4.3 (13,931)·KrabiA spring-fed green pool you can swim in, reached by an 800 m path or a 1.4 km forest boardwalk. ฿400 for foreign adults.
- #3
Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
5.0 (2,470)·Ao NangAn ethical elephant sanctuary near Ao Nang where welfare-first encounters replace rides and performances.
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Best Hotels in Krabi
My pick at each price level in Krabi, going by Google's hotel class. Hotels from my ranked list of the 10 best come first, then the best-reviewed. Each button opens the hotel on Booking.com with your dates filled in.
#1Luxury · 5-star
Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort4.7 (4,946 reviews)
Upscale beachfront resort in Nong Thale offering spa facilities, multiple pools, and direct Andaman Sea access.
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#3Mid-range · 4-star
Sea Seeker Krabi Resort4.5 (3,332 reviews)
A large beachside resort in Ao Nang offering spacious rooms, sea views, and easy access to Krabi's coast.
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- #4
Thale Waek
4.7 (3,496)·KrabiA tidal sandbar connecting two islands amid Krabi's limestone karst scenery — timing your visit is everything.
- #5
Dragon's Crest (Ngon Nak Nature Trail)
4.8 (2,879)·KrabiA rewarding jungle hike in Krabi's hills with panoramic limestone peak and coastline views.
- #6
KhongThomNuea Hot Stream Waterfall Krabi
4.4 (4,874)·KrabiA natural hot spring waterfall in Krabi's jungle interior, ideal for soaking and unwinding away from the coast.
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- #7
The Elephant Sanctuary Krabi Thailand
4.9 (1,907)·KrabiA responsible elephant sanctuary in Krabi where visitors feed, bathe, and walk alongside rescued elephants.
- #8
Krabi Elephant Shelter
4.6 (2,100)·KrabiA responsible elephant sanctuary near Ao Nang offering ethical, hands-on wildlife encounters in Krabi.
- #9
Than Bok Khorani National Park
4.4 (2,931)·KrabiA forested karst park in Ao Luek with swimmable river, cave trails, and island boat trips nearby.
- #10
Penny Thai Cookery School in Ao Nang, Krabi
5.0 (1,042)·Ao NangA hands-on Thai cooking class in Ao Nang led by the charismatic Penny, with flexible dish selection.
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