Krabi Mangrove Boat Adventure

FromTHB 1,923.08
3 hours
Krabi, Thailand

About this activity

Embark on a 3-hour guided boat tour through Krabi's mangrove forests, visit Khao Kanab Nam Cave, and immerse yourself in the local culture of Koh Klang community.

Highlights

  • Explore lush mangrove forests
  • Discover Khao Kanab Nam Cave
  • Experience local culture at Koh Klang
  • Enjoy serene river cruise
  • Learn about unique ecosystems

Full description

Set sail on a captivating 3-hour boat journey through Krabi's enchanting mangrove forests. Navigate serene waterways, uncover the mysteries of Khao Kanab Nam Cave, and engage with the vibrant traditions of the Koh Klang community. This immersive experience offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural insight, perfect for those seeking adventure and authenticity in Thailand's coastal landscapes.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided boat tour through mangrove forests
  • Visit to Khao Kanab Nam Cave
  • Exploration of Koh Klang community
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

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A local boatman will take you to the mangrove forests of Krabi in a traditional longtail boat where you can see the interesting sights including the Khao Khanab Nam Cave which lies in-between 2 mountains and displays impressive stalagmites and stalactites. Time to stop at a local, floating restaurant near Baan Kanon on the banks of Krabi River for a delicious lunch including fresh fish. You will enter the small canals of the mangrove forest and see different types of mangrove trees as well as local wildlife, including monkeys, birds and fish. You can also relax and enjoy a fish show with puffer fish, catfish, black kingfisher and crabs at a typical fish farm in the local Koh Klang community. On the small island of Koh Klang which is just in front of the mainland of Krabi, you can walk though the local community and see rice fields and water buffaloes. Thailand only has a few areas that have been recognized as wetlands of the world and the mangrove forest of Krabi Province, covering an area of 100,000 rai (160 square kilometers) is ranked in the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance. The protected area also covers 12 square kilometers of up to 2-kilometer wide tidal mudflats. The area is popular with birdwatchers coming to spot some of the most diverse and rare species in the world including the Masked Finfoot and the Brown-winged Kingfisher to name just a few. The mangroves are a habitat for various species of wildlife including reptiles, birds and marine creatures. Itinerary: • 08:45 - 09:00: Meet the boat man at Chao Fah Pier in Krabi Town • 09:00 - 10:00: Cruise by longtail through mangrove forest • 11:00 - 12:00: Visit Khao Kanab Nam Cave & Crocodile Cave • 10:00 - 11:00: Enjoy lunch at local floating restaurant (only for seafood lunch option) • 11:00 - 12:00: Sightseeing on Koh Klang fisherman village & island • 12:00 - 12:15: Head back to the pier * The afternoon program starts at 14:00 and the times are moved accordingly

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Meet at Chao Fah Pier in Krabi Town at least 15 minutes before scheduled departure.

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Meeting point

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Check the availability of the tour on your preferred date.
  • Confirm the departure location and time with the tour operator.
  • Ensure you have a valid passport or ID for booking purposes.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for water activities.
  • Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent for protection.
  • Carry a waterproof bag for personal belongings.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

  • The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions

Traveler reviews

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This trip was amazing!

This trip was amazing! Highly recommend to all. Both guides went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed. The restaurant that you visit is fantastic.

Helen-PetrouMay 24, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Natural

Arrived at the pier in Krabi and hired a local batman to take us on a trip around the beautiful mangrove. Truly natural beauty, but check on the tides as you won't be able to get into the heart of the mangrove at low tide.

HeadonchoMar 10, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Beautiful, relaxed tour away from the crowds.

We booked this tour for six people including our two and seven year old children. We met our friendly guide on the pier. He was very helpful with assisting us to get onto the longtail boat and offering water before taking us up the river. We first stopped at the cave where we were able to explore for a while before returning to the boat and continuing on. We then stopped by some local fisherman and were able to see them catching prawns and small fish in their nets from their boats which was nice. After that, we proceeded to the local village where another friendly guide took us around the island by tuk tuk. He was very informative about their local way of life. It was a beautiful wxperience to see the water buffalo, rice paddy fields, batik art and just to see Thailand away from the main tourist areas. A highlight was to see a cashew apple.picked from the tree and to see how the local community harvest stingless bee honey which we were able to taste and purchase. After this relaxing adventure, we had a beautiful lunch at a restaurant on the river which included tamarind prawns, fried rice, seafood tom yum soup a few other dishes and drinks. By the time we had arrived at the restaurant it was already time to finish the tour, however the longtail boat guide waited very patiently and graciously, encouraging us that it was ok to relax and finish our meal. He also contacted our pre-booked driver who had been waiting back at the pier for our tour to end and requested for him to wait longer. After lunch, the longtail boat guide then took us through a beautiful mangrove forest, as the tide had risen where we saw some monkeys right on the water's edge. We then headed back to the pier. I highly recommend this tour as all of the guides and locals were beautiful people to spend time with and very accommodating. This is definately an adventure to do if you want to see Thai life from a relaxed, local perspective and learn a bit about their way of life.

jono514Feb 20, 2025VIATOR

Thai happiness

This is the best tour you can do around Krabi! Experience Thai happiness as you float through the mangroves. The positive vibe of the guides made our day perfect. We would love to come back again!

749thijsbSep 15, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Mangroves

Brilliant trip, highly recommend. We saw a cool cave and then went to 3 villages to see real Thai life. En route we saw so much wildlife, chickens baby chick's, goats cows, stroaked the buffaloes. Horses and a monitor lizard. We saw a beautiful blue kingfisher and our tour guide was superb! He spoke great English and told us about their culture. They use the king fisher to tell the time. We saw honey bees which don't sting and tasted their honey. We learned about the chicken singing competition and saw the plant they use to roll the tobacco. We painted fabric at the factory 50 baht each child which we got to keep. Got the kids pull a long toys make from the coconut shell too. They were very happy 😊 we tasted the cashew apple that our tour guide got for us and learned about how they burn them to get the nut out. They are an acquired taste! Very juicy. Mangroves were beautiful and our boat tour guide took pictures of our family at scenic points for us. Thank you!!!

Laura_BMar 2, 2024VIATOR

Additional information

The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions