Lanta Old Town + Mangroves (Kayaking or Longtail Boat)
Highlights
- Cruise the mangrove nature reserve
- Kayak or relax on a longtail boat
- Wander historic Lanta Old Town
- Wooden stilt houses and local crafts
Description
Explore the cultural charm of Lanta Old Town and the peaceful beauty of the mangrove forest in this fun half-day tour. Choose between kayaking or relaxing on a traditional longtail boat as you cruise through Krabi’s beautiful mangrove forest and nature reserve. Walk through the colorful streets of Lanta Old Town, filled with wooden houses, local crafts, and charming shops. This short tour is perfect for those who want to discover a different side of Lanta.
Pricing
Adult
THB 1,095per person
Child
THB 745per person
Infant
Free
per person
- Step 1
Pickup from your hotel or villa
Please choose your start time (09:00 or 13:00) during checkout. We'll meet you at your hotel or villa for the ride to Thung Yee Peng pier in the north east of Koh Lanta.
Arrive at the mangrove forest where we begin kayaking, accompanied by an experienced guide. Alternatively, you can board a longtail boat and follow the same route.
The total kayaking trip takes around 2 hours. Half way, we will have a short break with seasonal water and fresh fruits.
Our next stop is Lanta Old Town where you can enjoy a tasty Thai meal at a local restaurant with a beautiful sea view, or stroll the market and little shops in the picturesque town.
In Old Town, the driver will be waiting for you here to safely return to your hotel. The Koh Lanta mangrove & old town tour ends here!
Included
- Return transfers from your hotel
- Kayaking gear
- Experienced English speaking guides
- Drinking water & seasonal fruits
- Life jackets
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable outdoor clothing
- Sunscreen
- Waterproof bag for your belongings
- Mosquito spray
- Camera
Free hotel pickup and drop-off, included in the price. A driver collects you from wherever you're staying, anywhere on Koh Lanta Yai. Add your hotel name and room number at checkout and we confirm your collection time with your booking.
Prefer to make your own way there? You can skip the pickup and meet us directly at the start point.
We'll share the exact meeting point and a map link in your booking confirmation.
FAQs
No, anyone in reasonable condition can join this tour. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if you are elderly, it may be difficult getting in and out of the kayaks. The guides can help you with this if you feel fit enough.
Yes, our experienced guides will be with you during the trip. We provide life jackets and paddling is done in a relaxed way. We like to enjoy the surroundings instead of speeding through it.
The mangrove kayaking tour runs every day of the year and is actually a great experience when it rains. The jungle looks lush and green and it's one of the best things to do on a rainy day on Koh Lanta.
Yes. Cancelling or moving your booking to another date is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts, and anything you have paid is refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded. If we have to cancel, for example for weather or safety, you can move to another date or take a full refund.
