Krabi · AO THALANE & MANGROVE KAYAKING
70 reviewed
Paddle the tidal channels at Ao Thalane and the cliffs close in overhead, monkeys in the mangroves, sea eagles above — still water, no engine. This page ranks the best mangrove kayaking trips: which include the sea caves, guided or self-paddle, half-day or full, and what each one costs.
Kayak the calm Ao Thalane mangroves in Krabi with hotel pickup, Crocodile Cave, wildlife spotting, and a fruit snack.
“It was fun but very busy , seen monkeys and got fruit at the end!”
Kayak Ko Lanta’s mangroves with a guide, spot mudskippers and fiddler crabs, meet monkeys, then enjoy lunch and a village stop.
“Our guide Karin was the best, he taught us how to respect nature and animals, always keeping our safety first. 😁👏”
Kayak Ao Thalane’s mangrove mazes near Krabi with a small English-led group, with an optional Hong Island snorkel and sunset BBQ.
“We had such a beautiful experience! Kayaking was quite slow to keep the group together so it wasn't too tiring and let us admire the amazing nature around us without being in a rush. I get tired quite fast usually when kayaking so it was perfect. Our guide, A, was very kind and fun. A monkey jumped on our kayak and he helped reassure us and let us know what to do. He also took many pictures of the group and the nature and sent them to us right away. This way we didn't have to take our phones put and risk making them fall in the water. We loved…”
Paddle Krabi mangroves and limestone canyons on a small-group half-day kayak tour with pickup, guide, coffee, and fruit.
“The biggest highlight was the group size—just four people (two double kayaks), which is a huge plus compared to the crowded tours. Our guide was quiet for most of the trip, allowing us to truly listen to the nature and admire the stunning Read more”
Mangrove kayaking, Skull Island climbing, and Ko Talabeng sea-cave paddling near Ko Lanta, with a beach picnic swim and wildlife.
“Incredible day! One of the best things I did on Ko Lanta! The stops are just amazing, lunch was absolutely delicious and the team were a great laugh! Highly highly recommend!”
Kayak Klong Root Canal in Krabi, swim in cool freshwater, spot jungle wildlife, then enjoy seasonal fruit with Ao Nang pickup.
“Great few hours. Into the jungle and swim in the cold water was very refreshing in the heat. Even better when there was a downpour. Breathtaking scenery.”
Longtail boat cruising in Phang Nga Bay, sea kayaking near Thalu Island, James Bond Island photos, Koh Panyee lunch, temple and Raman Waterfall.
“Well organized and plenty of time for all the stops”
Kayak Krabi’s Klong Root clear-water canal, swim with visible fish, then visit a pineapple plantation with hotel pickup.
“Loved this activity! Everything was taken care of and ran smoothly. All staff was helpful and friendly. Everyone had their own personal guide to lead you through and make sure you were safe. Our guide was fantastic, took lots of pictures of us and pointed out interesting things along the way. Water and fruit plate provided. The lake and views were beautiful. Definitely recommend! The only slight negative was the amount of other tourists there - it got a bit crowded in some areas but not the fault of the tour.”
Kayak Krabi’s Ao Thalane mangroves through calm channels and limestone cliffs, with options like lunch, massage, or ATV for $34.
“It’s an incredible place to kayak. It was really cool.”
Paddle Ao Thalane’s mangroves on a small-group half-day kayak tour from Krabi, with caves, canyons, tide timing, and fruit included.
“I would say it’s definitely value for money! Our guide Din (sorry if I spelt it wrong) was fabulous! A super friendly and accommodating guy who was always making sure everyone felt okay and having a good time. He made us all laugh and took photos for us. Things to note though is that the car ride there and back is quite long (maybe 35 mins) and the time it takes to get there is considered part of the “tour” which is a bit decieving as it’s just sitting on the back of a car. It was very hot kayaking under the sun! Wear sunscreen and bring a hat. But…”
Paddle through Ao Thalane mangroves and lagoons on a small-group guided tour from Krabi, with wildlife spotting and national-park time.
“The place is wonderful and our guide was very nice.”
Longtail boat to Hong Islands for **kayak in Hong Lagoon**, snorkeling at Koh Daeng, viewpoint climb, and beach buffet lunch in Krabi.
“I highly recommend this tour not only for itinerary but also for the tour operator. Halfway through the day I was swimming in the Hong Island lagoon and my foot was cut by a coral reef - our guide (AJ) made sure I was cared for the rest of the day and even changed my bandages 3 times. This group really cares about their patrons. For the itinerary itself, I did the kayaking (which is optional depending on which your you buy) and that was the biggest highlight of the day. You won’t be sorry booking this one.”
Eco-kayaking at Klong Rud from Ao Nang with hotel transfers, mangrove paddling, clear-water swimming, fruit, and a waterproof bag.
“I LOVED this! We weren’t 100% sure if we were going to book or not but was the coolest thing we did in krabi! Really enjoyed”
Ko Lanta half-day kayaking through mangroves and sea caves, plus cave climbing at Talabeng and Skull Cave, with lunch and fruit included.
“We had a really great time with this tour. We got picked-up from our hotel at the estimated time (maybe 5 min later than expected) and drove to a private pier to go on a long tail boat. The first stop was a cave on the Ko Talabeng which was a true adventure! We climbed into the cave. And I mean real climbing: you have to pull yourself up a robe so make sure you feel ok with heights and some sportily activity. After that we hoped on the Kayakts and had time to explore the island and the surroundings. So much to see and experience! Totally worth it.”
ATV jungle tracks, then freshwater kayaking and swimming at Klong Srakaew and Sa Kaeo Canal in Krabi. 5-hour nature-and-adventure mix.
“Friendly staff, great activities, delicious food! Fantastic tour overall. 5/5 would recommend!”
