Kingfishers are colorful birds usually perched on a low branch or telephone pole wire that hunt all kinds of smaller animals – even fish – where they dive into the water to grab them! Kingfishers are fascinating birds, known for their striking colors, specialized hunting techniques, and wide distribution. In Thailand, they are a common … Read more
Pitta birds are a special target of birdwatchers all over the world. When birdwatchers come to Thailand they usually want to tick a species of pitta or two from their long list of birds found in the areas they visit. There are 51 species of pitta across the world with 14 pitta species in Thailand. … Read more
[Page Updated: 8 March 2025] Thai culture is very unique. It is important to understand some of the basic differences between Thailand and your home country before arriving like how to act properly and politely. Knowing these things will increase the chances that your trip to Thailand will be as enjoyable and safe as it … Read more
Find out more information about our Krabi Cave Tours. Hint – you can see all the caves on one tour, it’s probably the best way to do it! Loading… Krabi Caves
Typical Rain in Krabi in September? Rain is steadily increasing over June, July, August, and September begins the crazy rain that can go on for a week at a time and longer. September in Krabi is real soggy. Update 30 September 2024: We had a lot of rain in September. Not much more than we … Read more
[Page updated 8 March 2025] WIth the success of our Night Wildlife Walking Tour in Krabi, we’ve now added a DAYTIME walk that will find some of the same animals you can see at night, and some new ones! This is perfect for families with kids, singles, or couples. The other night we had 13 … Read more
Snake On the Trail – A Running Story I love this one trail that winds its way up a 500m high mountain that is close to our home here in Krabi, Thailalnd. I’ve climbed it a lot, maybe 500 times by now. I have many stories from my times on this path, trying to summit … Read more
This challenging hiking trail is at Ngorn Nak Mountain. This is a strenuous hike but can be completed by most people who are either fit, or not too heavy. Remember, carrying extra weight up a steep mountain climb adds considerable effort and your body may not be ready for such a challenging climb. Water is … Read more
[Page updated: 8 March 2025] Ko Lanta is an island located just south of Krabi Town by about 70 km by highway. It is a group of islands that have become a tourist destination of their own in the past, primarily because of the easy access to drugs – especially marijuana and psychedelic mushrooms. These … Read more
This happened a few years ago (August 2013) and yet I wanted to show you that Krabi is not perfectly safe. No place is. Not what I wanted to read yesterday, the headline was shocking. I only know a couple of Americans in Krabi, but there was a chance I knew this one. Bobby Carter, … Read more
Krabi, and all of Thailand has a real shortage of public restrooms where you can go to relieve yourself or take care of a child’s dirty diaper. There are some places you can go, but you may have to drive a while to find one. Many Thais just go on the side of the road … Read more
One of the main questions we get here is from tourists who are trying to decide which place should they stay in Krabi. Is it better and more conveient to get accommodations in Krabi Town or Ao Nang Beach area? This is not an easy question to answer so we will give you a lot … Read more
Yes, there are snakes in Krabi. All kinds of snakes. Many people want to know if they are likely to see snakes in Krabi during their vacation. Field trips and tours to see snakes. At the bottom of the page is a free PDF ebook to show you some of Thailand’s most common snakes. How … Read more
We’ve got the ultimate list of the top 10 best views and viewpoints you absolutely have to see when you’re in Krabi, Thailand! This guide covers breathtaking spots on both the mainland and the islands, giving you a full scope of Krabi’s stunning scenery. Whether you’re a hardcore hiker or just out for some casual … Read more
Living here in Southern Thailand from the West where it gets below 20°C, we have a perspective on the heat of Southern Thailand that might be similar to yours. If you come from a cold European or North American country, how will you deal with the heat in Southern Thailand? Is it bearable? For most … Read more
Krabi is a tropical paradise that is great for running adventures and exercising in many different places. We’ll cover the Best 5 Places to Run in Krabi. Where Can You Run in Krabi? You can run at and around Ao Nang Beach or in Krabi Town or nearby and at any of the islands, of … Read more
In August, the rain can begin to increase over the typical June and July rainfall. We always count August, September, October, and November as the real rainy season because anything can happen during these months. There could be no rain for a week, then rain for a week, then no rain for two weeks. Or … Read more
Many people love to do activities in the water while vacationing in Krabi. But, what can you really do here? What kind of allowed water activities are there within the Krabi limits? What can be done for safety issues and noise issues. Living here, we love that some water activities are forbidden, but you may … Read more
[Page updated 8 March 2025] Introduction to Our Moving to Krabi Guide (What’s covered below?) Have you thought about moving from your home country to Thailand? What about moving to Krabi? Many people across the world wonder if making such a move would be a good idea. How well do they match with Thailand culture? … Read more
When it’s raining in Krabi, most people will sit in their rooms and eat junk food or drink themselves into oblivion. There’s plenty of time for that when nighttime rolls around, so don’t do it yet. We have an option for you that we know you’re going to love! When it rains in the daytime, … Read more
What is May Weather Like in Krabi? May is here and I wanted to update KrabiNature to let you know what it is usually like. I’ll do June in a few minutes as well, check out June here > This month we had a couple of very rainy days, even having rain for 24 hours … Read more
A lot of people when they come to Krabi don’t really realize that there is a city Park close to the river just outside of the city center. Thara Park, as locals know it, is right on the river in Krabi Town. It has many exercises and other things to do for people of all … Read more