Amphoe Khlong Thom
- Wat Khlong Thom Museum (พิพิธภัณฑสถานวัดคลองท่อม)
This local museum in a temple compound is located 1 km from Khlong Thom District Office, between Km. 71 and Km. 72 along Phetchakasem Road. The museum features various kinds of artefacts that were discovered within an archaeological site called "Khuan Luk Pat" or a bead mound behind the temple. The discoveries include stone tools, stone and earthen ornaments, and figurines in the shapes of animals. The beads, in particular, are about 5,000 years old. Operating hours are during 8.30 – 11.00 a.m. and 1.00 – 5.00 p.m. Admission is free of charge.
- Namtok Hin Phoeng (น้ำตกหินเพิง)
This waterfall is situated at Mu 8, Ban Hin Phoeng, Tambon Khlong Phon, which is about 25 km from Amphoe Khlong Thom. Proceed along Phetchakasem Road (Krabi – Trang route), turn left for 8 km at Tambon Khlong Phon. On arrival to a lower basin, visitors must walk along the edge of a mountain for 400 meters to see the waterfall running down a steep cliff.
- Namtok Ron Khlong Thom (น้ำตกร้อนคลองท่อม)
This hot spring is situated at Ban Bang Khram – Ban Bang Tiao, which is some 45 kilometers from the provincial town of Krabi along Phetchakasem Road (Krabi – Trang route). At the Khlong Thom District Office, proceed onto Sukhaphiban 2 Road for 12 kilometers. The area is full of hot springs in a shady forest. The temperature is not too hot at 40-50°C. The hot springs and cool streams converge on a slope to form lovely cascades with warm water. Admission is 90 baht per person. For further details, contact the Khlong Thom Nuea Sub-district Administration Organization, Tel. 0 7562 2713, 0 7562 2624.
- Khao Pra - Bang Khram Wildlife Sanctuary (เขตรักษาพันธุ์สัตว์ป่าเขาประ - บางคราม)
This is located at Ban Bang Tiao, Tambon Khlong Thom Nuea. Proceed along the same route as Namtok Ron Khlong Thom along Highway No. 4038. Before reaching Talat Khlong Thom, proceed onto Ban Bang Tiao for 17 km. Comprising lowland forest, this area features the Emerald Pool or Sa Morakot, which are 3 hot springs with a temperature of 30 - 50°C. The forest is home to numerous flora and rare birds like Gurney's Pitta, Rufous-collared Kingfisher, and Black Hornbill.
There is a 2.7-km nature trail known as the Tina Jollife (Thung Tiao) Trail, named after an English activist wanting to conserve this batch of rainforest. In remembrance of Tina, Thung Tiao is part of the lowland forest close to Ban Bang Tiao, Tambon Khlong Thom Nuea, Amphoe Khlong Thom, Krabi. The nature trail is equipped with signboards explaining the special features of this area. The trail starts 800 meters before the Emerald Pool running through the last piece of the lowland rainforest in southern Thailand. This is home to Gurney's Pitta, a rare colourful bird found close to the forest ground where they feed. Because of its rarity and specific habitat, Khao Pra - Bang Khram Wildlife Sanctuary was initiated. In addition to this, there are more than 300 species of birds, which is the largest number ever recorded in any conservation area in the southern part of Thailand. In addition to this, more than 100 species were found along this nature trail. Some of the birds found are thick-billed pigeon, lineated barbet, Asian fairy-bluebird, bulbul, sunbird, spiderhunter, and squirrels.
Accommodation is available. There is also a camping site, where visitors must bring their own tents. For further details, contact the office of Khao Pra - Bang Khram Wildlife Sanctuary; Mu 2, Ban Bang Tiao, Tambon Khlong Thom Nuea, Amphoe Khlong Thom, Krabi.
Amphoe Ko Lanta
- Mu Ko Lanta National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติหมู่เกาะลันตา)
Covering a total area of 152 square kilometres, Mu Ko Lanta National Park is in Amphoe Ko Lanta and consists of many islands. Some major islands are
Ko Lanta Yai, Ko Lanta Noi, Ko Taleng Beng, as well as, other surrounding islands like Mu Ko Ha, Mu Ko Rok, and Ko Ngai.
Attractions within the National Park
- Ko Lanta Noi (เกาะลันตาน้อย)
Ko Lanta Noi was the former settlement of the Ko Lanta community, where a district office, school, as well as, traditional lifestyle, and houses are still currently available.
- Ko Lanta Yai (เกาะลันตาใหญ่)
Ko Lanta Yai’s topography is long and narrow. Sala Dan Pier is where tour operators, shops and banks are situated. Several beautiful beaches are in the west such as Hat Kho Kwang, Hat Lo Bara, Ao Phra Ae, Hat Khlong Khong, and Hat Khlong Nin. A paved road runs along the beaches all the way from the northern part of the island to the headquarters of the Mu Ko Lanta National Park in the south. The landscape is dominated by a series of mountains covered with virgin rainforest. To the east features an old community. The district office was previously here and later relocated to Ko Lanta Noi. Most people on the island are Muslim. The communities of Ban Sang Ka-u still maintain their traditional Loi Ruea Ceremony. Not far from the headquarters, Laem Tanot features a lighthouse, where visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of a pebble beach merging with a white sandy beach. At the end of the cape features Ko Mo, an ideal diving spot. Besides Laem Tanot, tourists can enjoy the Andaman Sea’s spectacular view from many hilltop restaurants located in the central part of the island.
Accommodation is available. High season is from November to May. Camping in the Mu Ko Lanta National Park is allowed but must notify the park in advance at No. 5, Tambon Ko Lanta Yai, Amphoe Ko Lanta, Krabi, 81150, Tel. 0 7562 9018 - 9. Alternatively, contact the Department of National Park, Wildlife and Flora, Tel. 0 2562 0760 or visit . To Get There By Car: This is served by a car ferry from Ban Hua Hin to Ko Lanta Noi. Then, proceed by the second car ferry to Ko Lanta Yai. Ferries operate between 8.00 a.m. - 6.30 p.m.
Ferry Fares and Departure Times Ban Hua Hin – Ko Lanta Noi Departs Ban Hua Hin: 7.00 a.m. – 10.00 p.m. Departs Ko Lanta Noi at Klong Mark pier: 6.00 a.m. – 10.00 p.m. Travelling time: 15 – 20 minutes Fares: car is 70 baht/motorcycle is 10 baht
Ko Lanta Noi – Ko Lanta Yai Departs Ko Lanta Noi at Lang Sod pier: 6.00 a.m. – 8.00 p.m. Departs Ko Lanta Yai at Sala Dan pier: 6.00 a.m. – 10.00 p.m. Travelling time: 15 – 20 minutes Fares: car is 50 baht/motorcycle is 10 baht
Ferries operate between 7.00 a.m. – 8.00 p.m.
Remarks: Fares are subject to change without notice.
To Get to Ban Hua Hin Pier: From Krabi Town, proceed along Highway No. 4 towards Amphoe Khlong Thom (the route to the province of Trang). Take a right turn at Ban Huai Nam Khao Intersection onto Highway No. 4206 for another 27km. Air-conditioned Vans: Take the hourly Krabi - Ko Lanta Yai air-conditioned vans from Krabi Town, which operate between 8.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. The fare is 250 baht per person. The trip takes 2 hours. On return, the vans depart Ko Lanta Yai between 8.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. as well. For more information, contact Krabi Lanta Tour in Amphoe Mueang, Tel. 0 75-622197. Sala Dan, Tel. 0 75 697053. Alternatively, take the hourly air-conditioned vans from Trang, which operate between 8.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. On return, the vans depart at 8.00 a.m., 10.00 a.m., 12.00 a.m., 1.30 p.m., and 3.00 p.m. The trip takes 2 hours. For further details, contact K K Tour, which is in front of the train station, Tel. 0 7521 1198, 0 7522 3664, Fax. 0 7521 1441.
Commuting from Trang to Krabi: Take the ordinary local bus leaving Trang bus station between 6.00 a.m – 5.00 p.m. The fare is 80 baht per person. The trip takes 2 hours. Alternatively, take the air-conditioned buses which leave Trang Bus Station between 6.00 a.m – 5.00 p.m. as well. The fare is 113 baht per person. The trip takes 2 hours. Ferry Service during the High Season (November – May): Ferry departs daily from Pak Klong Jilard Pier in Amphoe Mueang at 11.00 a.m. The trip takes about 2 hours to reach Sala Dan Pier on Ko Lanta Yai. For more information, contact Pak Klong Jilard Pier, Tel 0 7562 0052, Lanta Super Concord Co., Ltd. Tel 0 7563 0178.
From Ko Lanta to Other Islands Private companies on Ko Lanta operate boat services to many destinations. Ko Lanta – Ko Phi Phi: 11.00 a.m., 300 baht Ko Lanta – Krabi: 8.00 a.m., 350 baht Ko Lanta – Ko Phi Phi – Phuket: 11.30 a.m., 700 baht Lanta Super Concord Co., Ltd. (Tel 0 7563 0178) operates boat services from Ko Lanta to Krabi via Ko Cham. Ferry departs daily at 8.00 a.m. The fare ranges from 300 - 350 baht per person. In addition, boat services operate from Ko Lanta Yai to Ko Ngai and Ko Kradan, which costs 450 baht per person, as well as, to Ko Rok, which only offers speed boats (return tickets) costing 1,600 baht. Contact any travel agent on Ko Lanta.
- Ko Talabeng (เกาะตะละเบ็ง)
Situated between Bo Muang Pier and Ko Lanta, Ko Talabeng is a limestone island that is similar to Ko Phi Phi Le. It consists of small lovely beaches and grottoes which become visible during low tide. Some swallows can be seen on the island. To the north features Ko Phi which is an ideal spot for canoeing.
- Ko Rok Nai (เกาะรอกใน)
This is where the Mu Ko Lanta National Park’s Ranger Station is located. Ko Rok Nai is an island that is mostly steep cliffs. To the east, it offers a beach and unspoiled coral reefs among rocks. Laem Thong and Ao San Chao are to the north. Ko Rok Nai offers white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, and is still very intact. Nature trails are available, where tourists can enjoy the exercise and various species of plants. A camping ground is available. Contact Mu Ko Lanta National Park, Tel. 0 7562 9018 – 9, Fax. 0 7568 4153.
- Ko Rok Nok (เกาะรอกนอก)
Ko Rok Nok is full of soft white sandy beaches and coral reefs in shallow water in the southeast and the south. Hat Thalu and Ao Man Sai are situated at the end of the island. To get there: Rent a boat from Pak Meng Pier, which takes about 3 - 4 hours. Alternatively, take the speed boat from Ko Lanta. Contact tour operators, resorts or bungalows on Ko Lanta Yai. Remarks: Since Ko Rok is very far, almost on the edge of international waters, trips by long-tail boat, at any time of the year are absolutely not recommended.
- Ko Ngai (เกาะไหง)
Ko Ngai is a small island with a long sandy beach in the east and unspoiled coral reefs in shallow water at the beachfront, which is an ideal snorkelling spot. It is accessible by a chartered boat from Pak Meng Pier, Trang province.
- Hin Daeng (หินแดง)
Hin Daeng or submerged red rock lies on the outer edge of the Andaman Sea. It offers various kinds of coral reefs making it a superb diving spot
- Ko Ha (เกาะห้า)
Ko Ha is an archipelago of five islands. The sail-shaped Ko Ha Yai is where coral reefs are found in shallow water. Ko Kai (Chicken Island) Chicken Island is named after the strange rock formation which looks like the head and neck of a chicken. Steep clicks are located at one end of the island and a nice beach at the other. As it is very small, there is no accommodation on the island.
- Ko Talu (Talu Island)
Ko Talu is another small island. It has strange rock formations and is home to a large number of swifts which provide the nests essential for the Chinese delicacy, Bird's Nest Soup.
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