Koh Lanta Trips & Tours

Once the preserve of baggy-trousered backpackers, Koh Lanta is now a rather lovely, secret (ish) spot for those in the know. Located just off the southern Krabi coast and surrounded by acres of glittering Andaman Sea, the island is significantly quieter than neighbouring Phi Phi – and just as gorgeous. Most are drawn to the miles-long beaches, the most picturesque of which are on the western side of the island, the most developed in the north, and the wildest in the south. The Marine National Park extends off the south coast and protects 16 jewel-like islands, frequented only by chattering monkeys and divers heading to two of Thailand’s best sites, Hin Daeng and Hin Muang. Closer to the surface, snorkelers can explore the vast coral reef alongside parrot fish and sea turtles, and back on land, there are pineapple plantations to explore and plenty of (flat) walking trails – and a smattering of upmarket hotels to sip cocktails at too.