Top 5 Kayaking in Ao Nang

1.Krabi kayaking and swimming clongrood Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 391 reviews · 1 day · from $26Our pick

Paddle through Khlong Root’s clear freshwater canal and mangrove forest, then stop for a cool swim and fish viewing. English-speaking guides such as Loh, Gin, If, and Ip help with paddling and photos. The outing includes Ao Nang tuk-tuk pickup, fruit, water, and a community forest fee, with about two hours on the water.

“The place is very beautiful and the experience with the guide is really good. The only unpleasant thing is the shocking reception. Not a nice woman at all, she's doing you a favor by accepting you. Explains in a rude and disrespectful way. Then at the end they shove really dirty fruit at you. In conclusion, the attraction is really worth the visit and I definitely wouldn't give up. But the management kind of disgusted us. I apologize that this is the case, it is in our opinion”

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2.James Bond Island: Sightseeing Tour by Longtail Boat & Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 336 reviews · 8 hours · from $55

Spend eight hours touring Phang Nga Bay from Krabi by minivan, longtail boat, and optional guided kayak. See James Bond Island, paddle past caves at Thalu Island, eat at Koh Panyee, and visit Wat Suwan Kuha. Guides such as Mai, Shaun, and Cartoon are praised for clear instructions and good humor.

“It was a great trip, well organised and full of attractions. We had a great time.”

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3.From Ao Nang: Kayaking at Klong Rud with Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 215 reviews · 2h 30m · from $28

From Ao Nang, paddle through the forest from Klong Rud Pier to Klong Nam Sai, a clear lagoon suited to first-time kayakers and families. Guides such as Doha and Harid help with tight turns and submerged obstacles. Swim, spot wildlife, then return for water and seasonal fruit before your hotel drop-off.

“it was lovely to kayak in the mangroves, would recommend it even if the organization is a bit lackying, tour does not end on time and has you waiting around for 40 minutes, probably in hopes for you to buy food and drinks from the place.”

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4.Krabi: Kayak in Mangrove Forest with Meal Aonang

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 52 reviews · 1h 30m · from $32

From Ao Nam Mao, paddle calm mangrove channels for about 90 minutes with a small group and an English-speaking guide such as Kao, Falik, or Gus. Expect limestone views, birds, crabs, lizards, and perhaps macaques, followed by lunch, fruit, and a hotel transfer within Ao Nang.

“Perfekt short Tour. Lovely Guide and the nature was so calm”

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5.Ao Nang: Krabi kayaking and and ATV Extreme

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 42 reviews · 1 day · from $54

Start in Ao Nang with a tuk-tuk ride to Khlong Nam Sai, where you kayak through rainforest, swim in a clear spring-fed lagoon, and enjoy seasonal fruit and water. After returning, ride an ATV near Ao Nam Mao on an off-road route. An English-speaking guide leads the day.

“This was so amazing even the weather didn’t spoil. The guides were fantastic, friendly and helpful. What an experience kayaking in the forest!”

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