Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Ko Lanta Island
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Ko Lanta Island with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Ko Lanta Island area
This Ko Lanta Island map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Ko Lanta Island and surroundings
Photogallery of Ko Lanta Island sights
Our guide to Ko Lanta Island
Best beaches
Not all beaches of Lanta are noisy and crowded. Those preferring to spend time in private ambience should pay attention to Bamboo Bay and Ao Nui, as they are far from major tourist centers. The national reserve also has two gorgeous beaches, Tanod Beach and Had Hin Ngam. They are perfect places allowing to rest in atmosphere of complete harmony. Divers should pay attention to numerous uninhabited islands located in … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
There are diverse goods made of Thai silk of high quality. For instance, a proper silk shirt would cost around baths. You can distinguish it from a fake one by a perfectly smooth surface (what is absolutely untypical for a product from the real silk). Another good idea for a present is a snake or crocodile skin. But be careful and don’t buy it directly as you could a simple bag made of a cow skin for the … Open
Ko Lanta Island for children - what to visit
Perhaps your kid is found of animal? Come and visit the Lanta Animal Welfare! It’s a local shelter for homeless dogs and cats; there is also a vet clinic right near the shelter. You can, for instance, not only see how all those animals live there but also take a dog for a walk or to stroke a cat. Local pets love people and enjoy weasel, so they would gladly spend time with children. And it’s for free! … Open
Travel guide to Ko Lanta Island
Gorgeous beaches are a true pride of the archipelago. They have managed not only to retain their original beauty but also to maintain high ecological standards. Klong Dao is the largest beach in the region. Its length is approximately 3,000 meters. The beach is perfectly suitable for a family vacation. Long Beach is a fantastic choice for everyone who wants to try various water sports and entertainment. The length … Open
Traditions and mentality of Ko Lanta Island
It’s essential to know that completely empty plate means that you’re still hungry and want a second helping, so people here usually leave some food. The locals love having fun, national holidays and celebrating significant dates according to the Buddhist calendar. One of the most fascinating annual holidays is the Laanta Lanta Festival dedicated to the peaceful cultural diversity among the islanders. … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
If you want to have a quick snack, Roti (a round flatbread with meat or sweet filling) or flatbread with bananas are the perfect options. Local fruit (e.g. durian, rambutan, jackfruit, rose-apples, longan) are necessarily worth trying. If you want to taste local sweets, order mint Chaokuai, Khanom chan made from rice flour and coconut milk, Tako – rice pudding, Sarim - mung bean flour noodles in sweetened coconut … Open