PhraNang Cave Beach
PhraNang Cave Beach
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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RaunaqSinghPunn
New Delhi, India230 contributions
Jan 2020
Only way to reach PhraNang Cave Beach/Railay Beach is by a longtail motor boat (or speed boat) from the Ao Nang Beach. Tickets for the longtail motor boat can be purchased at the shop at the corner of the road. If I recall correctly, this was a centralized shop with fixed rates to avoid scams/over pricing.
Tickets for 12noon to 6 (or maybe 5) PM are priced slightly lower than the tickets for later in the evening. You can book your return tickets from here itself. Although, there is no discount on two way booking.
Tickets to PhraNang / Railay were priced at 100THB/person/side. Its a 15-20mins boat ride. So we purchased our tickets from Ao Nang to PhraNang and walked from PhraNang to Railay Beach and boarded from Railay Beach to Ao Nang. Boats for both side of the journey were different. You must retain your ticket and show it to any of the boats parked on the beach. All can ferry you back to Ao Nang beach.
I could see some of the travelers kayaking there way to Railay/PhraNang Beach as well. Although I do not have visibility on the pricing for this.
On the beach, there are some restaurants as well. I also saw rock climbing happening there, although not sure whether it was part of some group's package or was open for all. Towards one end of the beach, inside a cave is a penis shrine. Yes, you read it right. Have a look at the photos for more details.
Tickets for 12noon to 6 (or maybe 5) PM are priced slightly lower than the tickets for later in the evening. You can book your return tickets from here itself. Although, there is no discount on two way booking.
Tickets to PhraNang / Railay were priced at 100THB/person/side. Its a 15-20mins boat ride. So we purchased our tickets from Ao Nang to PhraNang and walked from PhraNang to Railay Beach and boarded from Railay Beach to Ao Nang. Boats for both side of the journey were different. You must retain your ticket and show it to any of the boats parked on the beach. All can ferry you back to Ao Nang beach.
I could see some of the travelers kayaking there way to Railay/PhraNang Beach as well. Although I do not have visibility on the pricing for this.
On the beach, there are some restaurants as well. I also saw rock climbing happening there, although not sure whether it was part of some group's package or was open for all. Towards one end of the beach, inside a cave is a penis shrine. Yes, you read it right. Have a look at the photos for more details.
Written January 25, 2020
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Thewanderlustnomadfamily
New York City, NY50 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Easy to reach, you take a boat from Ao nang beach for 200baht/head and 15 minutes later you will be at PhraNang. You can spend the day, food and drink are available ( no restaurant only boat food). There is two beautiful restaurant bay view but they’re part of an hotel and you can’t have lunch .
Pro: there is shade for family . Massage spot. Canoe to go around the rock and basic food and drinks. You can go back anytime you want.
Con: it is extremely busy, we couldn’t believe it. It changed a bit the experience !
I managed to take some pictures with almost no people.
Pro: there is shade for family . Massage spot. Canoe to go around the rock and basic food and drinks. You can go back anytime you want.
Con: it is extremely busy, we couldn’t believe it. It changed a bit the experience !
I managed to take some pictures with almost no people.
Written January 20, 2020
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erez m
2 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
The best beach in Thailand and one on the best in the world. We have been returning to this beach dozen of times over the last thirty !!! Years and it hasn’t changed. The view of the rocks is unique the sand strip is wide and clean and the water clear and warm - simply perfect !
Written September 26, 2022
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TequilaPepita
Bangkok, Thailand2,598 contributions
Feb 2021 • Couples
This beach has to be one of the most beautiful one in Thailand! We were there 3 years ago and the place was so packed with tail boats and people that it was not enjoyable. This time during the pandemic we had virtually the entire beach to ourselves! We were simply in awe. We also climbed to the Railay viewpoint and the view was stunning. Not to be missed when in Krabi.
Written March 8, 2021
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chuckymustdie
647 contributions
Mar 2020
Pra Nang Cave Beach would be lovely if it weren’t for the crowds. It’s hard to get a decent photo there without heaps of people in the background. We were there late in the afternoon for sunset and it was still crowded but apparently during the day it’s even busier. The cave and the story behind it was OK. Sunset from here is pretty and then just a 5 minute boat ride off the shore we did snorkelling with bioluminescent plankton which was awesome
Written April 30, 2020
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handbagmadPlymouth
Plymouth, UK43 contributions
Jan 2020
We took the longtail boat ferry from Ao nang for 200 bahts return pp, you have to wait until they have 8 people on the boat, we never waited any more than 5 minutes, and it takes 25 minutes to get there. Best to get there early, as a lot of tour boats arrived but they only stayed for about an hour.
There are two caves with phallic symbols at the end of the beach, and it was fun watching the rock climbing here. There is a path that takes you to Railey beach around the bay.
There are 5 longtail boats selling hot/cold food and drinks.
Tip- get under a tree for shade
There are two caves with phallic symbols at the end of the beach, and it was fun watching the rock climbing here. There is a path that takes you to Railey beach around the bay.
There are 5 longtail boats selling hot/cold food and drinks.
Tip- get under a tree for shade
Written February 1, 2020
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Manish G
New Delhi, India146 contributions
Jan 2020
I went to this beach with the four island tour and just had around half an hour to look around. Whatever little time I had, it was very refreshing to see all those people enjoying in the swimming area. The place had some veyr interesting features to experience.
The cave itself is interesting that houses a temple and an interesting resident, a Comodo Dragon. If was fun to watch it climbing the rocks of the temple.
I will surely recommend this place but a dedicated visit, half an hour is too short for this place, to explore the beauty and cuisine available in resturants near by.
The cave itself is interesting that houses a temple and an interesting resident, a Comodo Dragon. If was fun to watch it climbing the rocks of the temple.
I will surely recommend this place but a dedicated visit, half an hour is too short for this place, to explore the beauty and cuisine available in resturants near by.
Written February 24, 2020
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emmatabg7
Leeds, UK84 contributions
Feb 2020
we went here twice. the first time we went during an organised trip, so we had a tasty dinner whilst watching the sunset. we only stayed here about an hour, which was plenty of time.
the second time, we spent more time here and walked up to the fertility caves where people take offerings. we also did a bit of snorkelling. there are boats that moor up that sell snacks and drinks.
very beautiful.
the second time, we spent more time here and walked up to the fertility caves where people take offerings. we also did a bit of snorkelling. there are boats that moor up that sell snacks and drinks.
very beautiful.
Written February 23, 2020
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tpham94
Bellevue, WA183 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
The pictures on this site can be deceiving in that most wait for people to get out of the way before they snap their own idyllic scenery picture. If you like people watching and crowds, go at midday and in the afternoon. Late afternoons and sunset are busy like a shopping mall. If you like quiet and peaceful, stick with early to mid morning. Getting Thai food from the parked long tail boats completes the experience. Thai pancake with banana and Nutella never fails.
Written January 4, 2020
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Denisa I
Bucharest, Romania159 contributions
Jan 2020
Definitely a must see if you stay in Ao Nang. The beach was great, the views were amazing and it is a 200 Baht ride with a longtail boat from Ao Nang. We didn't have to pay a national fee and there were many longtail boat rides from Ao Nang. It had many options to eat and drink because there were many 'boat restaurants" which provided Thai food, burgers, sandwhiches, fruit shakes, beer, ice cream etc at a very good price.
Written January 25, 2020
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Razek Z.
1 contribution
Is cliff jumping allowed here? Are there any tours for cliff jumping around the area?
Hi, I’d like to know when the last boat going to Ao nang is! Thanks in advance :)
Linda Fuller
Stockholm, Sweden48 contributions
I think the last boat back is at 6 pm but not 100% sure.
Nivedita
Pune, India
Can we cover 4 island tour and Tiger Cave temple in one day
Kan Kaewimdoung
Krabi Province, Thailand13 contributions
ได้ครับเพียงแต่แนะนำให้ไปเที่ยววัดถ่ำเสือก่อนเพราะต้องใช้กำลังเดินเที่ยวชมบริเวณสถานที่ และ มาพักผ่อน กับน้ำทะเล ที่ทริปท่านจองใว้ขอแนะนำว่าให้เหมาแบบรวมสองทริปราคาจะถูกลงครับ
Maria Victoria D
20 contributions
When is the returning time from the tour, approximately.
Isabel MG
Girona, Spain7 contributions
It takes 20 minuts aprox. It’s not a big cave but there is a lot of different corners where take beautiful pictures
sajaltiuli
Kolkata (Calcutta), India8 contributions
Hi my krabi flight via kualalampur from kolkata where do i get thai visa on arival?
Jan_Bergendahl
Mariehamn, Finland315 contributions
Depending on what airline you fly they might have the paper to fill in on the final flight. Kuala Lumpur - Krabi. That can speed up the time spent in immigration if you pre-fill them. Many times when you fly in to thailand from abroad they do have them onboard, Thai air and others.. otherwise its airport..
Have a nice trip!
Br
Jan
2016HIM
London, UK85 contributions
Hello, where are the cliffs to jump from? Are there a variety of heights? Really only looks for a few meters high. Cheers!
CFEIII
Center, TX4,700 contributions
There were climbers that were scaling specific cliffs over the water out from Railey beaches, they were getting to them by boat.
Shahira A
1 contribution
Is the long tail boat ride children friendly? We are a group travelling with kids aged 6months old upto 9 years old.
Lisbeth B
Alesund, Norway20 contributions
I would not have any problems bringing children on the long tail boats. They are very safety conscious and everyone has to sit “inside” the boats where the sides are covered. There is also life jackets easily accessible.
dipanjali s
Bengaluru, India
How early can I get a ride to phranang bay or Hong island? I want to get back to my hotel by 12:30
Donovan
Singapore, Singapore296 contributions
you can arrange for the tour boat to depart at 7.30am or 8am.
You might need to pay for the whole boat if there are no other passengers and you are in a hurry.
PhraNang Cave Beach (Ao Nang) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about PhraNang Cave Beach
- PhraNang Cave Beach is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- We recommend booking PhraNang Cave Beach tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 33 PhraNang Cave Beach tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience PhraNang Cave Beach:
- 4-Island Tour by Traditional Big Longtail Boat from Krabi (From $28.86)
- 4 Island Speed Boat Tour by Sea Eagle from Krabi (From $34.63)
- Railay and 4-Island Sunset Cruise with Night Snorkel (From $89.47)
- 4 Islands Full-day Tour from Krabi with Tub, Chicken, Poda Island & Phra Nang (From $56.60)
- Luxury Sunset Cruise at Krabi's Coastlin with Power Catamaran (From $48.11)
- Hotels near PhraNang Cave Beach:
- (0.25 mi) Rayavadee
- (0.39 mi) Avatar Railay Krabi
- (0.55 mi) Railei Beach Club
- (0.42 mi) Bhu Nga Thani Resort and Spa
- (0.37 mi) Sand Sea Resort
- Restaurants near PhraNang Cave Beach:
- (0.01 mi) The Grotto Restaurant
- (0.10 mi) Krua Phranang, Rayavadee Resort
- (0.45 mi) Kohinoor Indian Restaurant & Pizza
- (0.54 mi) Bang Bang Bar
- (0.46 mi) Railay Family Restaurant