Private Crab Catching, Fishing & Mangrove Forest by Longtail Boat
Highlights
- Catch crabs and fish the local way
- Glide the mangroves by longtail
- Spot monkeys along the riverbanks
- Fresh Thai meal served on board
Description
Escape the busy beach scene and enjoy a calm, private half-day tour through the peaceful mangrove forest of Koh Lanta. This is a hands-on local experience where you’ll try traditional fishing, check crab nets, and spot monkeys along the riverbanks.
Pricing
1–4 people
per group
per person
5–8 people
per group
per person
Additional fees
Paid directly on the day, not part of the price above.
Entrance fee
Payable on arrivalTHB 20per person
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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.
After boarding the boat, we head out through the mangroves to set the crab nets. We'll be back at the end of the tour to see what we caught!
We make our way through the dense mangroves. On the way you can see monkeys, who will gladly jump on the boat for a snack. If you just want to see them, it's good to keep a safe distance and watch them play around in the trees.
We then find a suitable spot to start fishing. All fishing gear and bait is included. The captain will help you set up the right bait and then you can start fishing. We usually catch small fish, octopus and an occasional Grouper. These are all yummy and will be prepared during lunch or dinner later. Cast away!
On the way back to the pier, we first visit the location where we dropped the crab nets. You can help to reel them in and hopefully there's a good catch! We'll bring whatever is caught back to the restaurant.
On arrival back at the restaurant, you can sit down by the waterfront and enjoy a cold drink while the catch is being prepared. If it wasn't a great catch, the kitchen staff will cook other seafoods as well. Enjoy your lunch or dinner!
- Drop-off times12:0016:00
After the meal, it's time to head back to your hotel. We'll bring you back safely and hope you enjoyed this private (crab) fishing trip in the mangroves of Koh Lanta!
Included
- Return transfers from your hotel
- Fishing gear, Crab nets
- Experienced local guides
- Lunch or dinner with drinks
- Life jackets
Not included
- Entrance fee Tung Yee Peng: THB 20 per person
- 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.
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.
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Reviews
Based on 10 reviews
- Hassan BarakatOctober 15, 2025· Verified booking5.0
This was a relaxing, low-key trip that gave us a peek into local life. Cruising through the mangroves was peaceful and quiet, and the crab fishing was both fun and informative. We even saw a huge monitor lizard lounging in the trees! Our guide made it even better with stories and a great sense of humor. Loved it.
- Jemima ClarkeOctober 1, 2025· Verified booking5.0
Such a unique experience compared to the usual island tours. The guide was knowledgeable and the crab fishing part was actually super fun.
- Stefan IlievSeptember 23, 2025· Verified booking5.0
I really enjoyed this tour. It wasn’t your typical tourist activity, and that made it even better. The scenery was gorgeous, with trees hanging over the water and birds flying around. We even got to cook and taste some of the crab we caught, which was a real highlight. Highly recommend if you want something a bit different and educational too.
- Nour Ben YoussefSeptember 11, 2025· Verified booking5.0
What a peaceful way to spend a morning. The mangrove forest was stunning, and I loved the little boat ride through the quiet channels. Crab fishing was fun and surprisingly satisfying—we caught a few decent ones! Our guide was kind and explained everything in a very easy way. I loved seeing this more traditional side of Thai island life.
- Marcus LeeAugust 23, 2025· Verified booking5.0
Super cool tour! The mangroves were beautiful and the crab fishing was way more fun than I expected.
