The cliffs and beaches of Rai Leh, just 15 minutes away by boat, make a great day trip. Phra Nang is the next beach past Rai Leh and has dramatic limestone 'karst' rock formations. Names get confusing, as Ao Nang the developed resort is sometimes called Ao Phra Nang. From Phra Nang you can walk across to Rai Leh East, with its mangroves, and hire kayaks to paddle round the rugged peninsula. There's also a path from Rai Leh East to Rai Leh West where the most longtails call.
Poda Island is another good day trip - you come back with the same boat and only pay on return. There's even an area to the right of where the longtails come in to Poda that's just worth snorkeling unspectacular coral but a fair few fish.
Ao Nang is one of the main gateways for travel to the Phi Phi islands, about 2 hours away by long tail boat, 40-50 mins by speed boat. Many tour operators in Ao Nang offer day trips to Phi Phi. Included in the price 900-1500 baht is most often lunch, hotel transfer and insurance.
Nowadays, you may depart from Ao Nang to Koh Lanta easily. Ferry runs daily at 10:30 by Ao Nang Princess. Book it at your hotel, price should be about 400 baht as at Nov 2009, and you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the departure point, as well as met on the other side and taken to your hotel there.
The Tab Kak Hang Nak Hill Nature Trail is found northwest of Ao Nang close to beaches/resorts, a couple of kilometers north of Klong Muang Beach. It will take you through the jungle and up to a peak with a fantastic view over Ao Nang and more. A sign claims the hike to be 3.7 km but it sure felt like more. There is a small ladder that needs to be climbed, but the trail is an easy one if you have decent shoes.
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