Moreover, when you kayak around Ao Thalane, you will encounter a collection of ancient caves that date back thousands of years. Some areas of the limestone cliffs are even said to have ancient carvings.

After soaking up the sporty options, trying healthy food and experiencing the local lifestyle is just as impressive.

On Klang Island — a community in the heart of Krabi town that promotes eco-friendly, sustainable and wellness tourism — travelers can taste a special kind of honey produced by stingless bees. The honey, which tastes different from mass-produced examples, can also be made into natural soaps.

In the village, sampling the fresh local seafood should be at the top of your list. At Krachang Baan Ma-Ying restaurant, seasonal seafood purchased daily from local fishers is well worth trying.

The restaurant also provides a batik workshop, teaching the traditional technique of dyeing fabrics based on melted wax. Using just basic colors and water, tourists can try their hand at designing and painting their own batik designs on a cotton sheet.