Railay Beach

Where it is & how to get there

• By long-tail boat: About 15 minutes from Ao Nang beach; boats leave when full.
• From Krabi Town: About 45 minutes by long-tail from the river pier.
• Landing: At low tide you may wade to shore; pack light.

The story of Railay Beach

Railay is a small peninsula on the mainland, but steep limestone cliffs cut it off from the road, so it can only be reached by boat. It has two main beaches, Railay West and Railay East, joined by a short walk.

Its cliffs made it one of the world's top rock-climbing destinations. Nearby Phra Nang Beach has a cave shrine to a sea princess, filled with offerings from local fishermen.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Visit Phra Nang Cave Beach next door.
• Walk to Phra Nang Beach, often called one of the most beautiful in Thailand.
• Try a beginner rock-climbing course with a local school.

What's around Railay Beach

• Phra Nang BeachCave beach with cliffs.
• Railay viewpointSteep climb to a lagoon and viewpoint.
• Tonsai BeachClimbers' beach next door.
• Ao Nang15 minutes by boat.

Questions travellers ask