Long, quiet beaches, coral islands and sunsets over the Andaman Sea. Here's what Koh Lanta is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.
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December to March is dry, sunny and calm, the best time for swimming and boat trips. April is very hot. From May to October the monsoon brings rain and rough seas, many resorts close and island trips stop. November is the start of the season and quieter than Christmas.
Also called Phra Ae, a long stretch of soft sand with gentle water, beach bars and easy-going resorts.
A speedboat trip to two islands with clear water, coral and lots of fish. Only runs in the dry season.
A rocky headland at the southern tip with a lighthouse, a short jungle trail and monkeys. Keep food out of sight.
Wooden stilt houses and seafood restaurants on the quieter east coast, with views of limestone islands.
A rescue centre for dogs and cats that runs tours. Older children can walk a dog.
Paddle through calm mangrove channels and look for monitor lizards and monkeys.
Yes. It's calmer than Phuket or Phi Phi, with long beaches, family-friendly resorts and little nightlife. Bring a rash vest, as the sun is strong.
Ten to fourteen nights for a proper beach holiday, or a week if you're combining it with Bangkok.
Fly to Krabi via Bangkok or another hub, then take a minivan or taxi with two short car ferries. Allow two and a half to three hours. Boats from Krabi and Phuket run in the dry season.
Tuk-tuks are easy to find, and many families hire a car or a driver for the day. Scooters are common, but roads can be steep and helmets aren't always offered.
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