Spend a lively half-day hopping Krabi’s best-known islets — Phranang Cave, Chicken Island, Tup sandbar and Poda — with snorkeling, beach time, and cultural touches like the Phranang shrine. Ideal for swimmers and beach-goers who want a compact taste of the Andaman.
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Morning light slices through limestone teeth as the boat slips away from Ao Nang — salt on your lips, a horizon of turquoise that seems to promise sudden secret beaches. In five hours you’ll hop between the iconic four: Phranang Cave with its coastal shrine and sheer karst walls, Ko Kai (Chicken Island) with the famous rooster-shaped rock, the narrow sandbar of Tup (Tup Island) that appears and disappears with the tide, and the palm-fringed sands of Poda.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required—able to move on and off a boat, swim short distances and walk on sand.
Wildlife
History
Local fisher communities have used these waters for generations; Phranang Cave contains a shrine honoring a sea spirit important to boatmen and local folklore.
Conservation
Coral reefs here are sensitive to boat anchors and sunscreen; choose operators that use mooring buoys, avoid touching reef, and use reef-safe products.
Reserve your spot on the Krabi 4 Islands Tour Experience today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check tide times
Tup Island’s sandbar is tide-dependent; low tide gives the best crossing and photos.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Coral reefs are fragile; use reef-safe sunscreen and reapply after snorkeling.
Footwear for rocky landings
Water shoes or sandals with grip help when stepping from boat to shallow beach or rocks.
Early departures are calmer
Mornings often have smoother seas and better underwater visibility for snorkeling.
Water shoes
Protects feet during boat transfers and on reefs or rocky shores.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Prevents coral damage and protects skin in strong tropical sun.
summer
Light dry bag
Keeps phone, cash and a light layer dry during boat rides and swims.
Quick-dry swimwear and cover-up
Comfortable for snorkeling and stays dry faster after swims.
summer