Trang Guide
Everything You need to Know About Trang near Krabi
Trang is one of Thailand's undiscovered hideaways. Secluded beaches, tropical islands, clear water and towering cliffs.
Quiet and unassuming, Trang, like the provinces of Krabi and Phang Nga, has a stunning coastline hiding some of Thailand's finest white sand beaches and dozens of unexplored and uninhabited islands.
In the interior, lagoons, forest, waterfalls and hidden caves alternate with rolling sweeps of leafy rubber plantations in an agriculturally rich landscape.
Why Go to Trang?
Trang's white sand beaches and idyllic islands offer peace, tranquility and a place to relax without the intrusion of mass tourism. Caves, waterfalls, hot springs and lakes provide a perfect venue for adventure and nature lovers. It's rural Thailand with good roads, comfortable low-key hotels and friendly locals.
Located about three hours drive from Phuket and 828 kilometres from Bangkok, Trang's tourist industry in still in its infancy; despite a flurry of new roads making the province more accessible over the last few years. A healthy local economy based on rubber, tin mining and seafood has prevented mass tourist development While annual events like the Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony, held on Valentine's Day, have raised the profile of Trang, the province still remains unspoilt. Read More...
The provincial capital also called Trang, has a few international hotels like the Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa and is a good base for exploring the surrounding area.
On the islands, tropical bungalows and rustic resorts blend perfectly into natural beauty. (See Photo of Anantara Si Kao) Read More...
Trang has superb beaches and islands dotted along the coastline. Some islands like Ko Libong, attract migratory birds, others like Ko Muk and Ko Kradan offer an unseen paradise best explored by sea canoe. Read More...
An interior of waterfalls and caves provides perfect opportunities for trekking and adventure. Read More...
Trang is just a few hours' drive from Krabi or Phuket. Or a direct flight from Bangkok. Getting around is easy! The famous Trang tuc-tuc will happily whisk you around town and beyond. Read More...
Krabi is just a few hours' drive from Phuket. Travellers are turning their attention to the interior of the verdant province. With access to a self-drive car, a rented motorcycle or mountain bike, it's easy to explore serene cave temples, emerald plunge pools in the forest, hot springs, towering waterfalls and picturesque kampongs in the plantations. Read More...