Sittng on the west coast of southern Thailand at the mouth of the Krabi River, about 180km from Phuket, Krabi is subject to a 6-month rainy season between May and November. It features friendly people, delicious food and some local flavor with many good guesthouse and dining options.

The town is the capital of Krabi Province which is blessed with some amazing scenic karst formations and beautiful coastal beaches that attract international tourists especially rock-climbers. It is an important transport hub for ferries to the islands along the coast. Most travellers take it as a jumping-off point for the wonderful surrounding destionations such as Ko Phi Phi. Kayaking, sailing, birdwatching and snorkeling are also among top activities in Krabi.