Visit Koh Lanta, Thailand

Koh Lanta is the island in Krabi province for people who want long beaches and a slow pace. It’s bigger and flatter than Phi Phi, with a string of wide sandy bays along the west coast, small resorts, and a sleepy old town on the east side. It suits families and couples, and anyone who’d rather read on a beach than go out at night.

What to see

The west coast beaches. From Klong Dao and Long Beach in the north to quieter Kantiang Bay in the south, each bay has its own feel; the further south you go, the quieter it gets.

Lanta Old Town. On the east coast, old wooden shophouses on stilts look over the water toward the mainland. Lanta’s long-settled communities include Muslim fishing families and the Urak Lawoi sea people, and you see the mix here.

Mu Ko Lanta National Park. At the southern tip, a lighthouse headland with forest trails and a beach.

Snorkeling trips. Boats run to Koh Rok and the Koh Haa islands, among the best snorkeling and diving in the region, in the calm season.

Getting there

Lanta is reached by road from Krabi with a short car ferry crossing to Koh Lanta Noi, then a bridge across to Koh Lanta Yai, the main island. In the dry season, boats also connect it with Phi Phi and other islands. A road bridge from the mainland was approved in 2026, with construction planned from late 2026 and completion expected around 2029, so for now, the ferry is part of the trip.

When to go

November to April is the best time, with calm seas for the snorkeling trips. From about May to October, the southwest monsoon brings rain and rough seas, island boats run less, and some resorts close or reduce services. See Thailand’s weather by month and things to do in Krabi.

Planning it with My Way Travel

We plan private trips to Krabi and the islands with transfers, boats and beach hotels chosen for you. Have a look at our Thailand tours or tell us your dates.

Sources (read in Thai): Thai press on the Koh Lanta bridge project (2026). Last checked October 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How do you get to Koh Lanta?

By road from Krabi with a short car ferry crossing, or by boat from Phi Phi and nearby islands in the dry season.

Is there a bridge to Koh Lanta?

Not yet from the mainland. A bridge was approved in 2026, with construction planned from late 2026 and completion expected around 2029.

Is Koh Lanta good for families?

Yes. Its long, quiet beaches and relaxed pace make it one of the best Andaman islands for families.

Photo: Stefan Fussan, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.