Krabi (Ao Nang and Railay)

Most travelers fly into Krabi International Airport (KBV) and transfer to Ao Nang for the widest choice of dive boats and tours. Railay is nearby but has no road access, so you reach it by longtail boat from Ao Nang or Ao Nam Mao pier. If flight schedules or pricing are better, Phuket (HKT) is a common alternate gateway with an overland transfer to Krabi.

For island add-ons, ferries and speedboats connect Krabi to Phi Phi Don and Koh Lanta (season and operator dependent). Many dive operators include round-trip pier transfers in their trip pricing, but confirm pickup zones before you book.

• Ao Nang: easiest base for pickups. Use hotel shuttles, songthaews (shared trucks), taxis, or app rides where available.