Travel Fair Guide

1.Scuba diving /Snorkeling
Koh Lanta is the closest island to the Hin Daeng and Hin Muang pinnacles. Other famous dive sites like Shark Point, Anemone Reef and the King Cruiser Wreck are al... More>>>

1.Scuba diving /Snorkeling
Koh Lanta is the closest island to the Hin Daeng and Hin Muang pinnacles. Other famous dive sites like Shark Point, Anemone Reef and the King Cruiser Wreck are all within the package tour radar of dive operators based in Koh Lanta. There are more than a score of diving schools and dive shops lining the coast, giving you more than enough choices to have a taste of some of the most spectacular scuba diving/snorkeling experience found anywhere.
2.Elephant Trekking
Short treks on elephant¡¯s back through the countryside with scenic villages and rubber plantations or the jungles with caves and waterfalls
3.Fishing
For the very fresh 'catch of the day' such as barracuda, or big snappers, resort to organized tours offered by most resorts on the island, or ask any of the knowledgeable local longtail boatmen to take you out.
4.Caneoing
Paddle through the fascinating world of the local mangrove forests and subterranean caves, or Phang Nga Bay's limestone seascape, all of which are of biodiversity and ecological significance.
5.Island Hopping
Hundreds of islets around Koh Lanta, each uniquely characterized and some them among the world's most exciting dive sites, are waiting to beheld and wowed at aboard a sailing boat, yacht, speedboat or kayak.
6. Learning Thai Cooking
A fun way to pass a rainy day on the beach. There are a couple of cookery schools on Koh Lanta, with day and evening professional Thai cooking courses to be conveniently arranged through your resort's tour counter.

While packing for your Loh Lanta vacation, note that luggage easy to manage on poorly-paved roads with potholes everywhere is recommended. Going on a family vacation doesn¡¯t mean that you have to ... More>>>

While packing for your Loh Lanta vacation, note that luggage easy to manage on poorly-paved roads with potholes everywhere is recommended. Going on a family vacation doesn¡¯t mean that you have to pack up the whole of your household
When it comes to proper clothing on the island, light and loose clothes made of natural fabrics are more sensible for a trip to Koh Lanta which is typical of a tropical nature at its best.
Casual holiday attire, especially those geared to beach areas such as sleeveless shirts, bermuda shorts, open backed sandals, seem to be the typical dress code of tourists on the island.
But swim suits are considered inappropriate when you¡¯re not actually at the beach side or by the pool in a resort area.
Needless to say, you¡¯d better wear sunscreen at all times during the day and mosquito repellent at night.
Sunglasses or a hat also come in useful for extra sunshield, as well as for a protection from the red dust.
If you¡¯re into snorkeling in the sea, spelunking into the caves,or trekking in the jungles, you properly want to bring a pair of sturdy shoes and the set of snorkeling device of your own, although they can be obtained locally.

1. Catfish Restaurant
Tel: +66 075-684185
Location: Saladan Village, turn right at the police box, over the waterfront.
Offer: a great stock of second-hand books, in addition to a good se... More>>>

1. Catfish Restaurant
Tel: +66 075-684185
Location: Saladan Village, turn right at the police box, over the waterfront.
Offer: a great stock of second-hand books, in addition to a good selection of Thai and International dishes, including milkshakes and falafels.
2.Funky Fish:
Tel: +66 01-2759501
Location: Central Long Beach, by the Ozone bar & the Best House.
Offer: a restaurant and bar with a large TV screen, a pool table and a good food menu serving Thai, Indian dishes and nice pizzas.
3. Gong Grit Bar
Tel: +66 09-5925844, 01-0846792
Location: down the south end of Klong Dao Beach, within last third of it.
Offer: Thai curries, seafood, steak dishes, plus great beer and cocktail to be leisurely sipped up over the breathtaking sunset over the water.
4. Lanta Sunny House
Tel: +66 075-684347, 01-9786613
Location: 42 Moo 2 Pha-Ae Beach (Long Beach).
Offer: tiny dining room in a small family-run resort, offering fried noodles, stir-fried fresh seafood or spicy seafood soup.
5.Mr Wee Pizzeria
Location: Central Long beach, between the Ozone and the Funky Fish
Offer: specialties include the exceptionally good thin crust pizzas, along with pastas, Indian and Thai food.
6. Perm Larp Restaurant
Tel: +66 09 4713663
Location: On the main road on Klong Dao beach.
Offer: a wide variety of authentic Northeastern Isaarn food, and other traditional Thai tastes and seafood.
7.Red Snapper
Tel: +66 075-684027, 07-8856965
Location: 176 Moo 2 Ban Phra ae, Main Road in Prae Ae village.
Offer: concept open-air restaurant fronting onto Long Beach, providing creative fusion cookery using seasonal Thai herbs and spices.
8.Same Same But Different
Tel: +66 01-7878670
Location: at the far end of Kantiang Bay, past Pimalai Resort & Spa.
Offer: all kinds of auhtentic Thai curries & seafood, including spicy beef curry, chicken in green curry, tom yum soup, pad thai(fried flat noodles with prawns), fried prawns with basil leafs, fried crab rice, and grilled or fried barracudas, crabs, langoustines, lobsters, king mackrels, oysters, snappers, and squid.
9.Somewhere Else
Tel: +66 081-5360858, 089-7311312
Location: Central Long beach, next to the Funky Fish
Offer: resort on Long Beach with bungalows, Ping Pong table and a menu covering popular Thai and Indian dishes like chicken with cashew nuts, western favourites like potato masala, as well as vegetarian options.
10. Viking Steak House
Tel: +66 06-5956017
Location: On the main road on Klong Dao beach.
Offer: Scandinavean owned restaurant specialising in quality imported steaks as well as Italian dishes.

1.Andaman Lanta Resort
Tel: +66 75 684 200-2
79 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 800 baht
Set at the southern end of Klong Dao Beach, easy walk to Klong Dao's central district, 20... More>>>

1.Andaman Lanta Resort
Tel: +66 75 684 200-2
79 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 800 baht
Set at the southern end of Klong Dao Beach, easy walk to Klong Dao's central district, 20 minutes drive from the old tow, ; A good basic beachside resort offering great sea-facing swimming pool, bar and restaurant and clean, well-priced bungalows and rooms, most appreciated by families and divers.
2.Chaw Ka Cher Tropicana Lanta Resort
Tel: 66 75 637 970
24 rooms in taotal; Rates from approximately 2,800 baht
5 minutes shuttle transport from Long Beach (Ao Phra Ae); Secluded classical Thai style resort encircled by lush landscaped gardens and shady tropical vegetation, offering stylish architecture of great aesthetic value, well furnished boutique villas with private terrace or open roof bathroom, and a swimming pool with jacuzzi & Thai massage service, truly a big sheltering hideaway for the happiest beginning and sweetest dreams of your wonderful day.
3.DR Lanta Resort
Tel: +66 75 684 383
55 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 1,200 baht
Situated at the child-friendly northern end of Klong Dao Beach, 1.5km from the ferry pier, Saladan town, as well as various bars, restaurants, shops and dive centers; An affordable homey resort directly on the beach, with a strech of 250 meters private beach, swimming pool with sunbathing recliner seats, poolside restaurant and Thai massage services, and free transfer to Saladan pier, firmly a longtime favorite among returning families and divers.
4.Good Days Lanta Chalet and Resort
Tel: +66 75 684 186
36 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 900 baht
Fan bungalows from 900 baht, air-con from 1400 baht.
Located on the south end of Phra-Ae Beach (Long Beach), within walking distance of some of the island's best bars and restaurants on Long Beach and less than 4 kilometers from Saladan Village¡¯s businesses and action; A good value resort offering air-con & fan cooled bungalows, coconut palms shaded restaurant and pool, clean and safe enviroment, picturesque natural surroundings, efficient service and genuine Thai hospitality, in the right place at the right price.
5. Layana Resort & Spa
Tel: +66 75 607 100
50 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 4,800 baht
Nestled between white sand and forest covered hills on Phra-Ae Beach, Boasting an amazing private beach, impresive beachside swimming pool, intoxicating sunset dinner over the sea, fine Linger Longer Spa treatments, and a delicate combination of Thai styling and comtemporary conveniences, this exclusive boutique resort is the place to experience the art of harmonious balance between the ultimate in Thai style luxuries and the unspoled natural surroundings of Koh Lanta.
6. Moonlight Bay Resort
Tel: +66 75 662 590-1
26 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 1,400 baht
Facing Klong Tob Beach, a tiny beach between Klong Kong Beach and Klong Nin Beach, near the centre of Koh Lanta Yai, 11km from the Saladan ferry pier; A cozy rustic style resort with tranquility of the secluded private beach, sea-facing pool, and thick tropical vegetation, the cottages specially designed in keeping with the surrounding landscape as well as the well-being and relaxation of its guests, and the well-appointed facilities and well-trained staff to ensure any dream of an healthy and easy vacation to come true.
7.Royal Lanta Resort
Tel: +66 75 684 361-3
48 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 1,800 baht
Located on Klong Dao¡¯s beachfront, 15 minutes from the passenger ferry pier, 20 minutes from Saladan village and its nightlife; Traditional Thai style villas, all with private balconies, standing in landscaped gardens and tropical forests, joined by wooden paths leading to the beachfront pool, and the soft white sands and crystal clear water of Andaman Sea, together with a selection of excellent restaurants, an abundance of water activities, a spectacular sunset every evening and a surprisingly affordable pricing, typical of a Koh Lanta resort of the first class category.
8.Relax Bay Resort
Tel: +66 75 684 194
31 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 1,000 baht
Built on the hillside in a palm-fringed cove next to Long Beach (Phra-Ae Beach); A longstanding lovely French managed resort boasting a 1 km private beach, air-con & fan bungalows with private bathrooms and sea-view balconies, soothing Thai, Swedish and reflexology massage services, a great Thai and French restaurant set in natural garden, and two of the funkiest beach bars on the island.
9. Rawi Warin Resort and Spa
Tel: +66 75 607 400
185 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 4,900 baht
Set at the foothills of Koh Yai, overlooking the crystal waters of Klong Tob Bay; Probably the island¡¯s largest resort with each room facing the Andaman Sea, a stunning cliff top two-tiered pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an award-winning full service spa, exquisite contemporary Asian, international, and Mediterranean specialties at a variety of poor bars, cafes and restaurants, and a plethora of shuttle, excursion and cruise transport services, ratruly a deluxe treat varitably offering something for the high-budget crowds.
10. Twin lotus Resort and Spa
Tel: +66 75 607 000
86 rooms in total; Rates from approximately 3,650 baht
On Klong Dao beach, a first-class beachside property, surrounded by scented flowering gardens
Located at the north end of Klong Dao Beach, 10 minutes drive from the ferry pier and 15 minutes from Saladan town; Exquisite boutique resort set in 12 acres of immaculate beachfront, bringing zen-inspired elegance and serenity with the lotus-shaped layout, the pavilion style architecture, the lotus ponds and fragrant flowering gardens, the holistic Bussaba Spa, 2 magnificent beachfront pools, and the sizzling sea-facing Far Sight Restaurant and the Loh Ba Ra bar.

1.Krabi ¨CKoh Lanta
Passenger Ferry:
Departure pier: Klong Chi Lard Pier, about 5 kilometres outside of Krabi town
Departure Time: 10.30 am, 1.30pm, November to April only (exact t... More>>>

1.Krabi ¨CKoh Lanta
Passenger Ferry:
Departure pier: Klong Chi Lard Pier, about 5 kilometres outside of Krabi town
Departure Time: 10.30 am, 1.30pm, November to April only (exact time and date vary);
Fare: 300 baht/adult, 150 baht/child (12 -);
Duration: 2 hours;
Arriving pier: Saladan Pier, on the northern tip of Ko Lanta.
Passenger Minivan:
Departure station: A van station within a tour office in Krabi downtown, just 30 meters walk from Vogue Department Store;
Departure time: Every hour from 7.00am-5.00pm, daily and year-round;
Fare: 250 baht/adult, 125baht/children (12 -);
Duration: 2:30 hours, including 1 hour¡¯s driving , queuing time of two car ferries, and crossing time aboard the ferry;
Arriving pier: Saladan Pier, on the northern tip of Ko Lanta.
2.Phuket ¨CKoh Lanta
Ferry via Phi Phi Island:
Departure pier: Rassada Pier, just a few kilometres outside of the main town, 15 km from Phuket airport;
Departure time: Phuket - Phi Phi Island 8.30am, 1.30pm, Phi Phi Island- Koh Lanta 11.30am, 2.00pm, November to April only (exact time and date vary);
Fare: Phuket-Phi Phi island 350 baht/adult 175/child (12 -), Phi Phi island-Koh Lanta 300 baht/adult, 150/child (12 -);
Duration: Phuket-Phi Phi island 1.5 hours, Phi Phi island-Koh Lanta 80 minutes.
By car:
From Phuket, head towards the Sarasin Bridge, stay on Highway 402 until Krabi. Continue on Highway #4 (Phetkasem Road) for abour for about 60 kilometers which takes you past Krabi Airport, Nua Klong District and Klong Thom District. Lookout for signs directing you to turn right to Ko Lanta at Highway 4206 junction just 7 kilometers after you pass Klong Thom;
Follow the turn-off for 28 kms and you'll come to the first car ferry to Koh Lanta Noi, and another 4 kilometers takes you to the signpost indicating the second ferry to Koh Lanta Yai;
Car ferry service runs daily from 7.00am to 10.00pm for 50 baht/car and 10 baht/person.
3. Trang - Ko Lanta
Passenger Minivan:
Departure station: the minivan station within a tour office, opposite the train station;
Departure time: every hour from 9.30am-4.30pm, daily and year-round;
Fare: 300 baht/adult, 150/child (12 -);
Duration: 2:30 hours, including 1:30 hour¡¯s driving time, queuing time of two car ferries, and crossing time aboard the ferry.
4.Bangkok -Koh Lanta
By Air:
Nearest airport: Krabi International Airport, 30 minutes from the passenger ferry pier;
Alternatives: Trang airport, 90 kms from Koh Lanta; Phuket airport, 250 kms from Koh Lanta.
By train:
Nearest trian station: Trang train station;
From Trang, you can take the mini-van service right opposite the train station;
By bus:
Departure station: Southern Bus Station (Sai Tai), on the southern outskirts of Bangkok, 30 kms from downtown;
Departure time: 5.00pm;
Fare: 600 baht for a 36 seats bus, 800 baht for a 24 seats bus;
Duration: 12.5 hours;
For more details, contact Southern Bus Terminal on +66 2435 1199.

1.When to go
Climate of Koh Lanta is typically of tropical monsoon type which consits mainly of only two seasons: the wet season from from May to October, and the dry season from November t... More>>>

1.When to go
Climate of Koh Lanta is typically of tropical monsoon type which consits mainly of only two seasons: the wet season from from May to October, and the dry season from November to April.
During the low season of May throuth October when the wet moonsson winds bring in heavy rain drenching the islands and the high tides washing right up to the front of the resorts, much of Koh Lanta shuts down. Only a few resorts remain open during this time
The dry season is the best time to visit, when moonsoon winds cease their massive movement, the sunshine and breezes are basically constant, and all businesses and action come back to life again.
2.Health
Koh Lanta is hot! Take heed of the horrendous heat waves and take good care of yourselves!
Less informed first-timers should always wear suncream or a hat all the time during the day on Koh Lanta, and wear sandals down to the water¡¯s edge in the midday sun. Otherwise you¡¯ll sunburnt to a crisp!
And don¡¯t forget to drink a lot of water to avoid dehydration!
Scuba diving and snorkeling seem to be everyone¡¯s must-do activities on the island.
But there are known health risks associated with such healthy sports, especially if you¡¯re suffering from certain respiratory or circulatory conditions. There are also slightly different health requirements depending on which level of diving you¡¯re participating in.
If you do suffer from any of the conditions inquired, consult a doctor or professional diver for recommendations on healthy diving.
For other prophylactic measures against certain epidemic diseases, especially mosquito-transmitted infection of malaria, dengue fever,or Japanese B encephalitis, consult your physician or local hospital.
Although Koh Lanta is a less susceptible areas for such diseases, using mosquito repellents, sleeping under a mosquito net and wearing lightweight long trousers and long-sleeved shirts are recommended to prevent mossquito bites, just to be on the safe side.
Besides, animal bites, stings or scratches are advised to be cleaned immediately and thoroughly with soap alcohol or iodine solution
3.Safety
While not unknown, incidences of violent crime of foreign tourists are very rare on Koh Lanta, as it is in the rest of the country.
If you use common sense, follow the common travel advices and check the safety of any suspect places, ou¡¯re heading to, you¡¯re most likely to be much safer on the island than you would be in your home country.
As always in any other touristy destinations in Thailand, violent crime is not really a concern on Koh Lanta, but you should keep an eye out for petty crime like pickpockets and gem scams, etc.
Scuba diving doesn¡¯t get much better or much safer anywhere in the world than on Koh Lanta. But it is always worth checking to see if you¡¯re diving without violating any restrictions, your travel insurance includes cover for your underwater activities, or your instructor are competent enough to handle all the specialized assistance to you in the event of a diving emergency.
4.Culture
95% of Koh Lanta's population are muslims.
Although consuming alcohol, topless sunbathing and not wearing the headscarf are against their culture, Koh Lanta seems to be more lax than in mianland rural areas but more strict than Phi Phi Island and Phuket on such restrictions. Which means that they are torlerated but not welcomed on Koh Lanta.
If you don¡¯t want to earn unwanted attention, you should also refrain from shouting or displaying your anger, point at other people or objects with your feet, or touch Thai people's heads in public.