The small island of Koh Lao Lading, also known as Paradise Island, is usually offered as part of boat trips from Krabi or Ao Nang. The boats drop off at a small beach in the bay. Almost all tours to Koh Hong also include a stop at Koh Lao Lading and Koh Pak Bia. The beach is divided into two sections: one side is the landing stage for the boats, and the other is the swimming area.

We don't usually visit Koh Lao Lading alone, but as part of a package tour that also includes Koh Hong and us.

For a boat trip to Koh Hong, including a stopover at Koh Lao, from Krabi or Ao Nang, you have the choice between a traditional longtail boat, which is slower but departs from Ao Thalane (with a subsequent minivan transfer) – not far from Koh Hong and more environmentally friendly – ​​or a faster speedboat. Besides the travel agencies that offer this tour, you can also visit the kiosks of the Ao Nang Longtail Boat Service Club at the top of Ao Nang Beach or call 075 695 473 or 075 695 313 ​​to charter a boat privately. Speedboats are only available for group bookings, as private charters are very expensive and require a minimum of 20 tourists. Prices for group tours range from 1,500 to 2,500 THB per person, depending on the type of boat and itinerary.

How to get there

How do you get to Koh Lao Lading? For a boat trip to Koh Hong that includes Koh Lao Lading from Krabi or Ao Nang, you have the choice between a traditional longtail boat, which is slower but departs from Ao Thalane (with a subsequent minivan ride) – not far from Koh Hong and more environmentally friendly – ​​or a faster speedboat. Besides the tour operators that offer this trip, you can also visit the kiosks of the Ao Nang Longtail Boat Service Club at the top of Ao Nang Beach or call +60 75 695 473 or +60 75 695 313 ​​to charter a boat privately. Speedboats are only available for group bookings, as private charters are very expensive and require a minimum of 20 tourists. Group tour prices range from approximately 1,500 to 2,500 THB per person, depending on the type of boat and itinerary.