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Rock Climbing in Krabi: Because Who Needs Knees Anyway? So you’ve come to Krabi. You thought you’d just lie on the beach sipping coconut smoothies and pretending to read a book. But then you saw those giant limestone cliffs towering over the turquoise sea, and suddenly your inner daredevil whispered, “Let’s climb that vertical death trap.” Welcome to rock climbing in Krabi, where the views are stunning, the sweat is endless, and the bruises are totally worth it. Where Does the Magic Happen? The rock climbing capital of Krabi is Railay Beach , especially Tonsai and Railay East . These are world-famous for: - Karst limestone cliffs that shoot out of the earth like nature’s middle finger to gravity. - Hundreds of bolted sport climbing routes from beginner to “what are you, a lizard?” - A beach chill scene where climbers hang out barefoot, sunburnt, and full of cheap pad Thai. Bonus: You get there by longtail boat from Ao Nang , because normal roads are for quitters. What to Expect (Besid...

Krabi: Paradise with a Side of Tourists and Tan Lines Krabi, the land of limestone cliffs, boat selfies, and sunburns you’ll pretend were worth it. Krabi is what happens when Mother Nature flexes hard: stunning beaches, towering cliffs, turquoise water, and enough boat tours to make Poseidon cry. It’s less wild than Phuket, less sleepy than the islands, and just chaotic enough to make things interesting. Basically, it’s the Goldilocks of southern Thailand, minus the bears. How to Get There By Plane Krabi International Airport (yes, it’s real) has direct flights from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and sometimes other lucky cities. Domestic flights: 800–2,000 THB, depending on whether you book early or are emotionally attached to paying extra for baggage. By Bus From Bangkok: 12–14 hours, 500–1,000 THB. Only for the brave, the budget-conscious, or sadomasochists with playlists that last 14 hours. By Ferry (from nearby islands) From Phuket, Koh Phi Phi, or Koh Lanta. Tickets range from 300–800 TH...