Things to Do in Koh Lanta: Must-See Places & Beaches
Things to do in Koh Lanta: Old Town, Mu Ko Lanta National Park, Emerald Cave and the best beaches, with what to expect and how to get to each.
Culture & historyKoh Lanta Old Town
A 19th-century Chinese-Thai trading town built on stilts over the sea
Wildlife & natureMu Ko Lanta National Park
A lighthouse viewpoint at the island's southern tip
Wildlife & natureEmerald Cave (Tham Morakot)
Swim through a dark tunnel into a hidden emerald lagoon
Wildlife & natureFollowing Giants Elephant Sanctuary
An ethical, no-riding elephant sanctuary near Old Town
BeachKlong Dao Beach
A long, calm beach near Saladan pier, family-friendly
BeachKlong Khong Beach
Laid-back and budget-friendly, popular with long-stay travellers
BeachLong Beach (Phra Ae)
The island's liveliest beach strip, restaurants and bars included
BeachKlong Nin Beach
A quieter mid-island beach with a boutique feel
BeachKantiang Bay
A dramatic curved bay backed by jungle hills, in the island's south
BeachBamboo Bay
A small, wild cove at the very southern tip. No roads through the reef
Wildlife & natureMangrove Forest (Tung Yee Peng)
Kayak through tunnels of mangrove roots on the island's east side
BeachKoh Rok, Koh Ha & Koh Kradan
The uninhabited day-trip islands south of Koh Lanta, prized for snorkelling
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