| Railay Beach is one of those dreamed-for finds and | | | | Nightlife |
| isolated broad curve of bay lapped by the warm | | | | Railay is small no more than a large village and that |
| azure waters of the Andaman Sea. Railay Beach and | | | | gives it its appeal and charm but do not expect much |
| its bay are protected on three sides by towering | | | | in the way of nightlife. Hotels and guest houses have |
| limestone cliffs topped with a lush and verdant | | | | bars. Locally owned bars tend to be confined to the |
| tropical rain forest. | | | | beach itself, the Last Bar is just that, they lay out |
| What to do | | | | beach mats in the evening catching a Singha or Tiger |
| Water sports are by far the biggest attraction of | | | | beer while watching the sunset is a sublime |
| Railay Beach diving and snorkeling of course and sea | | | | experience. |
| kayaking is popular too. But novices must be | | | | The more lively venues are to be found near the |
| accompanied by an expert or get lessons before | | | | Diamond Cave area of Railay where there are some |
| venturing out and never kayak without a companion. | | | | Rasta-type bars that are good to chill the night away. |
| The rain forests and jungle above Railay Beach give | | | | Where to stay |
| other opportunities for exhilarating activities. Elephant | | | | Railay is a small town and accommodation is limited |
| trekking through the dense forest is a fascinating | | | | so it is advisable to book early. Failing this Railay is |
| way to get up close and personal with this primordial | | | | near Ao Nang and Krabi town itself so getting to |
| environment. Don't fancy and elephant then why not | | | | Railay and back is not a problem as both Ao Nang |
| trek on foot through the forest? It is possible to join | | | | and Krabi town have a large selection of guest |
| an organised trek and experience the real rain forest | | | | houses and hotels to suit every pocket. |
| at close quarters and first hand; an experience that | | | | The range of accommodation is vast from the |
| will live in the memory. | | | | luxurious Ton Sai Beach Resort to more modest ten |
| The area also contains many fast flowing rivers that | | | | or twelve-bedded guesthouses. |
| empty into the Andaman, these are ideal for white | | | | Where to Eat |
| water rafting. | | | | All the hotels have restaurants with many of them |
| But if these activities seem too strenuous then learn | | | | fronting the beach all serve breakfast, lunch, dinner |
| to cook Thai food with one of Krabi's most illustrious | | | | and supper. The food is Southern Thai of reasonable |
| chefs. Lean how to prepare five different dishes | | | | quality and price. |
| ready to serve Thai-style and enjoy eating the | | | | How to Get There |
| creation afterwards. | | | | Railay Beach can be treated almost as an island, it is |
| Because of the cliff formations that define Railay | | | | isolated on the end of a peninsular and the final |
| Beach rock climbing is a very popular sport with | | | | approaches can only be gained by boat. A Longtail |
| many areas accessible for climbing along the coast or | | | | boat will take about 15 minutes from Ao Nang and |
| on one of the many islands. Climbing schools abound. | | | | cost 100 baht with a minimum of 6 passengers. |
| Shopping | | | | In Conclusion |
| Because of its small size shopping is limited in Railay | | | | Railay is small and comfortable with breathtaking |
| but there are a number of convenience shops and | | | | views and scenery. It is a quiet resort that would not |
| those selling souvenirs and bric-a-brac. Food and | | | | suit every one but for those seeking a different |
| grocery shops are very limited so eating is confined | | | | destination that is small and quiet this is the place to |
| to the restaurants and the few hotels. | | | | stay in Krabi. |