Journey to wellness in Thailand's Eden

Kayaking is one option that sits at the top of the list of outdoor sports in Krabi. Because the provincial capital of Krabi town is surrounded by streams and sea, the best way to explore the place might well be by paddling a kayak amid the dense jungles, crystal clear waters and isolated islands.

Whether to explore mysterious sea caves or the mangrove forest, a kayak will make your trip to Krabi more unique and there are several well-known kayaking routes.

The route in Ao Thalane — a small, local fishing village about 30 kilometers from Krabi town — is one of the most special. Sitting at the mouth of the Nai Sa river, the village is located next to a wide area of mangroves, caves and towering limestone cliffs.

The scenery at Ao Thalane is remarkable and kayaking allows travelers to get up close to the rock formations. Going across the river, the kayaking adventure takes in mangroves and river streams that lead between cliffs and underground caves.

The Ao Thalane area is covered with hundreds of mangroves, whose roots sit above water at low tide to create an eerie labyrinth of jungle scenery. If you are lucky enough you may spot monkeys, lizards and several bird species.