Explore life at Ko Klang Island Krabi

Ko Klang is on the west coast of southern Thailand at the mouth of Krabi river in the Andaman Sea It is the closest island to Krabi town, on the right side of the Krabi River. The island is connected only by longtail boats from two piers: Chaofa Pier (centre of Krabi town) and Tara Pier (south of Krabi town). Crossings take less than 10 minutes.

The island has an area of 26 square kilometres (16,250 rai) and is divided into four areas, with one village and one mosque in each:

The sea is the primary resource of the island. Many of the people are boatmen and transport local people to and from Krabi town, or transport tourists to the surrounding islands. A majority also fish in the river or in Andaman Sea. Prawns, fish and crab, when they can be found, are caught in local waters. There are fish farms on the island. Handicrafts, such as batik fabrics, are also produced locally. Some men specialize in the construction of miniature longtail boats, most of which are sold to tourists as souvenirs.