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Why visit Koh Lanta?

Koh Lanta is a long, laid-back island in Krabi province on Thailand's Andaman coast, reached by ferry or by road with two short car-ferry crossings. Its west coast is lined with long sandy beaches facing the sunset, while the east coast keeps the old fishing life of the island alive.

Long Beach (Phra Ae), Klong Dao and Klong Nin are easy beaches for families and couples, and Kantiang Bay in the south is quieter and more scenic. Mu Ko Lanta National Park at the southern tip has a lighthouse, forest trails and a rocky headland. Lanta Old Town on the east coast has wooden stilt houses and seafood restaurants over the water, with a mix of Thai Muslim, Chinese and Chao Le (sea gypsy) heritage. Boat trips go to the Four Islands, including the Emerald Cave on Koh Mook, and divers head to Koh Haa and Hin Daeng. The best weather is from November to April; in the rainy season some resorts close. Eat fresh seafood, massaman curry and roti.

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When to go to Koh Lanta

The best months for Koh Lanta are December, January, February and March. Highs then sit around 31°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

Jan
30°
low 24°
11 wet days
Feb
31°
low 25°
7 wet days
Mar
32°
low 25°
11 wet days
Apr
31°
low 26°
21 wet days
May
30°
low 26°
27 wet days
Jun
29°
low 26°
24 wet days
Jul
29°
low 26°
23 wet days
Aug
29°
low 25°
26 wet days
Sep
28°
low 25°
25 wet days
Oct
28°
low 25°
27 wet days
Nov
28°
low 24°
26 wet days
Dec
29°
low 24°
16 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Ko Lanta Yai, Krabi. Source: Open-Meteo.

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Koh Lanta — common questions

When is the best time to visit Koh Lanta?

The best months for Koh Lanta are December, January, February and March. Highs then sit around 31°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

What is the weather like in Koh Lanta?

March is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 32°C. September is the coolest, around 28°C by day and 25°C at night. May is the wettest, with about 27 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Koh Lanta known for?

Koh Lanta is best known for beaches, nature and romantic. The things people come for: Long Beach, Old Town stilt houses, Four Islands boat trip.

Who is Koh Lanta best suited to?

Koh Lanta works particularly well for couples, families and groups of friends. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Koh Lanta?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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