Should You Skip Koh Lanta, Thailand? 20 Reasons to Visit When I first arrived on Koh Lanta, I wasn’t completely convinced by it. After smaller Thai islands, it felt bigger, more developed and less like a tropical paradise. But after spending a week there, I started to see island’s real strength: it’s variety. Koh Lanta gives you…
Koh Lanta Without a Scooter: How I’d Actually Do It If you’re planning a trip to Koh Lanta but don’t want to rent a scooter or car, you might be wondering whether you should visit at all. Koh Lanta is a big island, and unlike Koh Lipe or Koh Phi Phi, it isn’t somewhere you can…
Epic 5 Days Koh Lanta Itinerary: How to Spend 5 Days (2026) Koh Lanta is one of Thailand’s largest islands, and with beaches, jungle, caves, mangroves and plenty of day trips to nearby islands, there’s much more to do here than you might expect. I spent around a week exploring Koh Lanta, and I think…
Koh Lanta in One Day: The Perfect 24-Hour Itinerary (2026) Koh Lanta is a large island, and one day isn’t enough to see everything, but if 24 hours is all you have, you can still experience some of the best sides of the island. I spent around a week exploring Koh Lanta, and if I had…
How to Travel to Koh Lanta, Thailand: Ferries, Flights & Best Transfers Getting to Koh Lanta is easier than it might look on the map. For most visitors, the simplest option is to fly into Krabi Airport and take a shared minivan or private transfer directly to your accommodation on the island. If you’re already…
Is Koh Lanta Old Town Worth Visiting? Things to Do & Tips Yes, Koh Lanta Old Town is worth visiting, especially if you want to see a different side of the island beyond its west-coast beaches. I spent a week exploring Koh Lanta, and Old Town was one of my favourite stops. Rich in history,…
Koh Lanta Road Trip: Best Route, Stops & Practical Tips Koh Lanta is one of the best islands in Southern Thailand to explore by road. It’s large enough to have very different areas, but still small enough to see a lot in one day. I spent a week exploring Koh Lanta by moped and loved…
Best Beaches on Koh Lanta: Where to Swim, Relax & Watch Sunset Koh Lanta has a long coastline with plenty of beaches to explore, and they can feel surprisingly different. The north is busier and more developed, while the beaches get quieter and more remote as you travel south. I spent a week exploring Koh…
Best Time to Visit Koh Lanta: Weather, Seasons & Crowds The best time to visit Koh Lanta is from November to April, but if I were planning another trip, I’d aim for late November, early December or March. You still have a good chance of sunny days and calm seas, but you can avoid some of the…
Where to Stay in Koh Lanta: 9 Best Areas & Hotels for Every Budget Choosing where to stay in Koh Lanta can be tricky because the island is much bigger than you might expect, and each area offers a slightly different experience. I spent a week exploring Koh Lanta, visiting both busier beaches in the north…
Best Things to Do in Koh Lanta: Beaches, Snorkelling, Hikes & More Before visiting Koh Lanta, I expected beaches and a fairly relaxed week. Instead, I found one of the most varied islands I explored in Southern Thailand. Koh Lanta is a large island with long beaches, jungle trails, mangroves, viewpoints and the unique atmosphere of Koh…