Top 9 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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6.Kayaking and swiming klongrood

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 36 reviews · 1 day · from $27

You’ll ride from Ao Nang to Khlong Nam Sai, then paddle through rainforest, rubber trees, and mangroves to a clear spring lagoon. Your English-speaking guide leads the route, with time to swim and relax before kayaking back. Fresh seasonal fruit and drinking water are included. The trip lasts one day, with about 30 minutes of kayaking each way.

“We loved kayaking Klong root, it’s a magical place! It’t can get busy, but it’s still worth it. We went at 10:30 and towards the end of the session it got quite quiet. Our guide was amazing, we even saw king cobra on the tree! Also the pineapple from their farm was very tasty. Nobody rushed us, we had enough time. There is a shower available, so definitely go swimming, it’s worth it. Amazing day!”

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7.Krabi: Klong Root Kayaking Viewpoint,Fish Feeding and more

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 28 reviews · 3 hours · from $16Best value

From Ao Nang, kayak through the swamp forest and spring-fed waters of Khlong Root or Khlong Nam Sai. You can swim in the clear pool, feed fish, eat seasonal fruit, and add a pineapple farm visit, rubber tapping, elephant activities, or a 30-minute ATV ride. An English-speaking guide leads the outing.

“The mangrove forest, nature and kayak..great value for money”

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8.Krabi kayaking Ao thalane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 1 day · from $36

Paddle through Ao Thalane’s mangrove channels and narrow tunnels, with limestone cliffs rising around the bay. This guided kayaking trip includes pickup and drop-off in Ao Nang, a 35-minute tuk-tuk ride, safety instruction, photo stops, swimming, and a meal onboard. Allow about three hours at Ao Thalane, and ask about tide times before booking.

“We had booked for an afternoon and they contacted us that it wouldn't be so good due to low tides which and so we reorganised for the next day. Really appreciated this and the trip was well run with beautiful scenary, good equipment and amusing and informative guide. Recommended!”

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9.Klong Rud Kayaking with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 16 reviews · 2h 30m · from $28

From Ao Nang, you’ll ride in a shared car to Klongroot Viewpoint Pier, then paddle Klong Nam Sai lagoon through forest scenery. The 150-minute outing includes kayaking, a swim, bottled water, seasonal fruit, and hotel drop-off. The kayaking and swim are fairly short, so it suits a relaxed half-day rather than a full paddling workout.

“Small group which was perfect! Lovely staff and so friendly!”

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