Koh Lanta

Waarom Koh Lanta? A long, relaxed island with long sunset beaches, a charming old town and a slower pace than Phi Phi.

Koh Lanta is the antidote to Phi Phi: a long, low island of wide west-facing beaches, mangrove backwaters and a sleepy old town, where the rhythm slows and the sunsets go on forever. It draws couples, families and long-stayers who want the Andaman scenery without the party.

Give it two to four nights to properly unwind - explore the national park at the southern tip and snorkel the crystal waters offshore.

Wat kun je doen in Koh Lanta?

Bij elke activiteit vind je meteen actueel aanbod, beschikbaarheid en prijzen — zo boek je voordelig vooruit.

• StrandLong Beach & Kantiang BayLaid-back west-coast sand with dreamy sunsets.
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• NatuurMu Ko Lanta National ParkLighthouse headland, jungle trail and resident monkeys.
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• DuikenKoh Rok & Koh HaaSome of the Andaman's clearest snorkelling and diving water.
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• AvontuurEmerald Cave (Koh Mook)Swim through a dark tunnel into a hidden beach inside a mountain.
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• AvontuurMangrove kayakingPaddle the old-town backwaters and sea caves.
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• CultuurLanta Old TownWooden stilt houses, Chao Le sea-gypsy heritage and craft cafes.
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• RustigSunset at Klong NinBeach bars and a slow, barefoot island vibe.
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• DuikenHin Daeng & Hin Muang divingDeep pinnacle dives famous for manta rays and whale sharks.
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• AvontuurIsland viewpoint scooter loopRide the quiet south to viewpoints and empty beaches.
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• EtenThai cooking classMarket tour and a hands-on southern-Thai kitchen session.
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• AuthentiekBan Sang Ga U sea-gypsy villageMeet the Urak Lawoi community and their seafood cooking.
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• NachtlevenBeach-bar sunset hoppingDriftwood bars and fire shows along Long Beach and Klong Nin.
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Getting there & around

In high season ferries connect Lanta with Phi Phi and Krabi (about 1-2 hours); year-round you can arrive by road and two short car-ferry (or bridge) crossings from Krabi in a couple of hours. The island is long and thin, so rent a scooter to move between beaches - it is the standard way to get around, with quiet roads once you are off the main strip. Grab and taxis exist but are limited.

Beaches & where to stay

The beaches run down the west coast, getting quieter as you go south. Lively, backpacker-friendly Long Beach (Phra Ae) has the most restaurants and bars; Klong Khong is the mellow, hammock-and-fire-show middle; and the beautiful Kantiang Bay in the south is more secluded and upmarket, near the national park. Choose north for convenience and nightlife, south for peace and scenery.

Nature, old town & snorkelling

At the southern tip, Mu Ko Lanta National Park has a photogenic lighthouse, a short jungle trail and a resident troop of monkeys. On the east coast, atmospheric Lanta Old Town is a string of weathered wooden stilt houses, sea-gypsy heritage and laid-back cafes over the water. The big day trip is snorkelling out at Koh Rok and Koh Haa, among the clearest waters in the Andaman.

Food & the evening

Beachfront warungs and seafood grills line the west coast, many laying out the day's catch on ice for you to pick from, and Lanta Old Town has some lovely waterside restaurants. Nightlife is deliberately low-key - reggae bars, fire shows on Klong Khong and Long Beach, and a cold beer as the sun sinks into the sea. Perfect for those who came to switch off.

Waar slaap je in Koh Lanta?

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Aanbevolen: 2–4 nachten

2-4 nights to unwind, see the south (national park) and snorkel around the nearby islands.

In de buurt

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