Ao Nang and Nopparat Thara Beach

Posted by admin on June 30th, 2010 filed in Uncategorized, attractions, beach life, holidays

If you have just left the smog and congestion of Bangkok in search of clean air, surf and sand, then you have landed in the right place. The beaches of Krabi Province are some of the Kingdom’s most stunning, and at this time of year you can have them all to yourself.

Arriving in Krabi, the beaches within easiest reach are Ao Nang and Nopparat Thara; both beaches are just a 20 minute drive from the airport or bus station.

The stretch of Ao Nang Beach running parallel to the promenade isn’t the most attractive, walk in the direction of the mountains and you will find a much quieter, more peaceful area. There are two bars on the beach, both serving good food, shakes and cocktails at a fairly reasonable price.

Nopparat Thara Beach is a long sandy stretch, just around the corner from Ao Nang. This beach is most popular with local families and day trippers, especially on the weekends. On weekdays it is very peaceful and in low season you may find yourself alone with only the baby crabs for company.