Travel Information Koh Lanta is a two-hour transfer by road and boat from Krabi Airport, with flights to Bangkok. Currency: Thai Baht Time difference: (GMT+7) Flight from the UK: 11½ hours Visa: No - 30 days on arrival Language: Thai National drink: Mekhong Whiskey National dish: Pad Thai November to April is the dry and hot season. Read Our Travel Magazine Travel Video
More Travel Information The inspirational setting of Koh Lanta attracts many divers who want to explore the clear waters and beautiful coral reefs. Heading inland, the island has fascinating caves, filled with hidden pools and rock formations and you can trek through the Ko Lanta National Park either on foot or on an elephant. If you want to get a taste of the local life, head to Lanta Old Town, where you can pick up some souvenirs or art, stroll amongst those who live on the island and eat fresh seafood. If you want delicious freshly caught fish, try one of the small restaurants in Lanta Old Town. The luxury hotels and resorts on Koh Lanta offer a wide selection of cuisines throughout the day. At the Pimalai Resort & Spa, there are classic Thai dishes at Spice N' Rice or stunning sea views and a fusion menu at The Seven Seas. Guests staying at Layana Resort & Spa can drink cocktails beside the beach at Sundowners Bar or enjoy international and Thai food at Tides Restaurant. There are plenty of sights to see on Koh Lanta, alongside the beaches. The Sea Gypsy Village is a unique place where the sea gypsies have lived for hundreds of years, with a unique culture of traditions, ceremonies and their own language. By trekking through a jungle, you reach Khao Mai Kaew caves, where you can see the amazing stalagmites and stalactites and even swim in a cavern pool. Ko Lanta Noi is a smaller island and a trip here gives a view of local life away from the tourists.
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