Hong Islands

Where it is & how to get there

• From Ao Nang: About 40 minutes by speedboat, or 1 hour by long-tail.
• Tours: Hong Islands tours usually include kayaking and snorkelling.
• Park: Part of Than Bok Khorani National Park; a park fee applies.

The story of the Hong Islands

The Hong Islands are a group of limestone islands in Phang Nga Bay, north of Krabi. "Hong" means room in Thai, after the lagoons enclosed by cliffs inside the islands.

The main island, Koh Hong, hides a lagoon that you enter through a narrow gap in the rock by boat or kayak. Outside it are white-sand beaches, a viewpoint and clear water for snorkelling.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Kayak into the lagoon at high tide.
• Pay for a kayak inside the lagoon; it is the best way to see it.
• Climb to the Koh Hong viewpoint if your tour allows.

What's around the Hong Islands

• Koh Hong lagoonEnclosed lagoon.
• Koh Lao LadingSmall island with a beach.
• Koh PakbiaSandbar island.
• Than Bok KhoraniNational park with mangroves and pools.

Questions travellers ask