6 Ao Nang Kayaking Tours Worth Booking

1.Krabi kayaking and swimming clongrood Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 391 reviews · 1 day · from $26Our pick

Paddle Khlong Root’s crystal-clear freshwater canal through rainforest and mangroves, then stop for a cool swim and fish viewing. English-speaking guides such as Loh, Gin, and If help with paddling and photos. Your Ao Nang tuk-tuk transfer, fruit, water, and forest fee are included. Expect roughly two hours on the water, not a full day.

“Really fun. Very relaxing. Super easy transfer and brilliant value for money. Such a stunning place and surprising easy to kayak around. 10/10”

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2.James Bond Island: Sightseeing Tour by Longtail Boat & Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 336 reviews · 8 hours · from $55

From Ao Nang, you’ll ride an air-conditioned minivan to Phang Nga Bay, then cruise by longtail boat to James Bond Island and Khao Phing Kan. A guided kayak trip through Thalu Island’s caves is the day’s highlight, followed by lunch at Koh Panyee, Wat Suwan Kuha Temple, and a possible swim at Raman Waterfall. Guides such as Mai, Sean, and Cartoon are praised for clear, friendly help.

“Very well planned trip. A lot interesting things to see beside James Bond island. I totally recommend !”

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3.From Ao Nang: Kayaking at Klong Rud with Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 215 reviews · 2h 30m · from $28

From Ao Nang, you’ll kayak through the forest from Klong Rud Pier toward Klong Nam Sai, with friendly English-speaking guides such as Doha and Harid helping along the way. Expect about 150 minutes, a clear-water swim, bottled water, seasonal fruit, and a waterproof bag. Some outings also include pineapple farms, fish feeding, or archery.

“Great experience, guides are really friendly, fresh fruit provided with option to purchase additional drinks and food, food to feed the fish too. An absolute must when in Krabi”

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4.Krabi: Kayak in Mangrove Forest with Meal Aonang

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 52 reviews · 1h 30m · from $32

From Ao Nang, you’ll kayak calm mangrove channels near Ao Nam Mao with a Thai or English-speaking guide such as Kao, Falik, or Gus. Expect limestone views, monkeys, birds, crabs, and a simple lunch in peaceful surroundings. The 90-minute outing includes hotel transfers, equipment, fruit, water, and insurance.

“Nice Kayak activity near Ao Nang with lunch included”

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5.Ao Nang: Krabi kayaking and and ATV Extreme

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 42 reviews · 1 day · from $54

From Ao Nang, you’ll kayak through the rainforest at Khlong Nam Sai, swim in its clear spring lagoon, enjoy fruit and water, then ride an ATV at Ao Nam Mao. The English-speaking guide leads both activities. The ATV section is short, so book it for a compact outdoor outing rather than an all-day motor adventure.

“This was so amazing even the weather didn’t spoil. The guides were fantastic, friendly and helpful. What an experience kayaking in the forest!”

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6.Ao Nang: James Bond & Hong Islands w/Canoeing by Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 32 reviews · 6 hours · from $112

Take a six-hour speedboat trip from Ao Nang, Railay, Krabi, or Ao Nam Mao to James Bond Island and Hong Island. You will paddle by sea canoe through Lod Cave and the Ice Cream Cave, visit Koh Panyee, snorkel when conditions allow, and eat a Thai set lunch. English, Thai, and Malay-speaking guides lead the outing.

“This trip was amazing! Our guide Ming was very informative, we were taken to many different places of natural beauty throughout Phang Nga Bay, and he also took us to many different islands and beaches and explained the history around each area. We highly recommend this trip!”

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