Koh Lanta

              Koh Lanta(Lanta Island) is a district of Krabi Province, a part of Mu Koh Lanta Marine National Park.Koh Lanta located in the Andaman Sea. Between Krabi Town and Koh Phi Phi.About 70 kilometres from Krabi Town,consisting of two major islands, the larger and more populated Koh Lanta Yai and the smaller Koh Lanta Noi.                         Koh Lanta Noi was the former settlement of the Koh Lanta community, where a district office, school, as well as, traditional lifestyle, and the ancient houses are still currently available.
              Koh Lan Ta Yai is 6km wide and over 30km long,featuring nine golden sand beaches and a diverse terrain, including mangroves, waterfalls, and forested hills.A paved road runs from the north to the south of the island, parallel to the coast, and provides access to the headquarters of the Mu Koh Lanta National Park and the lighthouse on the southern tip.
              The main tourist office on Koh Lanta is located at Baan Saladan, where visitors arriving via car-ferry or boat first arrive. Baan Saladan has the highest concentration of banks, dive shops, markets, medical clinics, and motorbike rental services. Koh Lanta’s post office is located in the east coast of Koh Lanta, in Baan Koh Lanta (Lanta Old Town), which serves as the islands capital.
                The west coast of Koh Lanta features nine beaches along its 25 km shore, most which are great for swimming and ideal for long, romantic walks and sunset views. It’s a great place for a family vacation or a romantic escape.
                         Beaches on Koh Lanta
                  Kaw Kwang Beach Located in the northern part of Koh Lanta.Which is a spire jutting into the sea.Curve of the moon of Klong Dao Beach.Can be observed from the isthmus that extend beyond.The narrowest point,width about 300 meters overlooking the sea on both sides. On the east coast can walking on the  beach or driving along the road to Baan Saladan.Which is community of Koh Lanta.It takes just 5 minutes.Kaw Kwang Beach can said that the beach with both sides of the sea are the West Coast beach(Klong Dao Beach) and the East Coast beach.
                  Kaw Kwang, which means “deer neck” in Thai, has an elegantly curved beach line, resembling the sway of a deer’s neck. When the tide is low, you can walk to a little island at the end of the cape.
                  Klong Dao Beach The most popular beach in Koh Lanta.This beach boasts a spectacular 3 kilometres stretch of white sands and shallow clear waters.Klong Dao Beach is a children-friendly beach thanks to its shallow water, low tides and spotless sand and is perfect for swimming. When the sea level is lower, the stretch of the beach widens and becomes great for beach side sports such as volleyball-it also forms a great natural morning running track.During the peak season, it never gets crowded, and a short walk will find you a patch without neighbors. The Southern end of the beach has some rocks in the water, and a picturesque fleet of local longtail fishing boats use the natural rock harbor as a base.
                    Klong Dao Beach offers a wide selection of both up-market and small family-owned resorts with something for all budgets. Twenty of the largest and more up-market resorts, many with air-conditioned bungalows, swimming pools and hot water are dotted along this beach, interspersed with charming, inexpensive Thai-style bungalows.
                   Phra Ae Beach Just south of Klong Dao(well-known as Long Beach) and equally as popular.It is a stunning crescent of sand some 4 kilometres long. The beach is steeper and the water not as sheltered as at Klong Dao Beach which makes for fantastic, safe swimming for adults.
                    The shoreline is rich with tropical trees, including coconut and pine, providing ample leafy shade for relaxing under. The beach is straight and long, with many locals using it for jogging during sunset hours.
                    The resorts here are spread out over a greater distance, mainly clustered at both the north end and south ends. Most visitors find that even in peak season Long Beach can feel pretty deserted. Accommodation here is generally cheaper than on Klong Dao Beach, with a mixture of smaller and family-run resorts.
                    The southern end of Phra Ae Beach has some snorkeling areas off shore and the entire beach contains a wealth of sea shells and natural aquatic life.
                     Klong Khong  Beach With 2km length of the white sand beach with some small rocks scattering around. Nearby, there is a small canal so called "Klong Khong". Comparing the above two beaches, it is slightly less popular.Coconut trees and tropical greenery stretch along the shoreline,offering tiny charming corners for picnics and sunbathing.Displaying a world of fascinating underwater life.Swimming and snorkeling is excellent right off the shore, and the abundance of sea life makes for nightly beach feasts second to none.
                     Visitors who seek tranquility choose this beach to lay back in the small resorts and bungalows, which are cheaper.Some call the heaven for backpacker.There is one four star hotel situated on the north of this beach, providing full luxury facilities with swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
                          To meet the rest on the beach next time.