Ao Nang to Koh Muk
Koh Muk is an island lover’s paradise located in Trang province. One of its most popular attractions is the stunning Emerald Cave (Tham Morakot), which attracts many tourists to the island. If you’re traveling to Koh Muk from Ao Nang in Krabi, you have a few convenient options. Below, we will describe exactly how to get from Ao Nang to Koh Muk by speedboats from the pier, by ferry with a pickup in Ao Nang, or by private transfer and longboat transfer.
Ao Nang to Koh Muk by Speedboat
The most popular option
- Price: 2,200 THB
- Transport type: speedboat
- Companies: Bundhaya Speed Boat
- Travel time: 3 hours
Bundhaya Speed Boat speed boats depart once daily from the Floating Pier East Railay and from Nopparat Thara Pier, and then take you to the Saladan Pier in Koh Lanta. The whole journey takes around 3 hours.
These speed boats are quite large, have a few engines, and are all new (a few years old). Lifejackets will be provided onboard, and you must wear them during the whole journey, because the sea may get very rough.
The price of this ticket by Bundhaya Speed Boat is 2,200 baht per passenger.
Ao Nang to Koh Muk Speedboat Schedule
| Nopparat Thara Pier | Floating Pier East Railay | Koh Muk |
| 10:10 | 10:30 | 13:20 |
Ao Nang to Koh Muk by Van Pickup and Ferry
The cheapest option
- Price: 950 THB
- Transport type: van+ferry
- Companies: Thubthim Siam Travel
- Travel time: 4 hours
The second option is a combo of van hotel pickup in the Ao Nang area (except railway), and a ferry ride. The company operating these services is called Thubthim Siam Travel, and they offer 1 daily departure from Ao Nang at around 6:00. The ferry arrives in Koh Muk Pier at around 13:30. This trip is longer than the first speedboat+speedboat trip, because it involves a long van ride from the hotel to the pier in Krabi, and then a regular ferry transfer. However, this option is the cheapest, with prices around 950 baht per passenger.
To make sure you depart on time, it’s recommended to be ready at the pickup point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Also, since the minivan has limited space inside, the baggage allowance is 1 suitcase of up to 20kg, and 1 hand luggage.
Ao Nang to Koh Muk Van Pickup and Ferry Schedule
| Ao Nang Pickup | Koh Muk | Company |
| 6:00 | 13:30 | Thubthim Siam Travel |
Ao Nang to Koh Muk by Private Transfer
The fastest option
- Price: from 3,630 THB
- Transport type: taxi + longtail boat
- Companies: King Travel, Smart En Plus, Andaman Taxis, Koh Ngai Camping
- Travel time: 2.5 hours
If you are looking for the fastest way to get to Koh Muk, private transfer is the best choice. First, a taxi will pick you up in the hotel in Ao nang, and take you to the pier in Krabi, where you will board a private longtail boat. This is quite an experience, and these open-air boats are a great way to enjoy the nautic scenery during a short transfer to Koh Muk.
Private transfer option is actually cost-effective if you are traveling in a group of two or more people, because prices for the whole trip start from just 3,630 baht.
Koh Muk Top Attractions
Emerald Cave (Tham Morakot)
This is the island’s most famous attraction. Visitors can swim or kayak through a dark cave that leads to a hidden lagoon surrounded by cliffs and jungle. The stunning hidden beach inside the cave, illuminated by sunlight streaming through a hole in the cave ceiling, is an unforgettable sight and a unique experience.
Garnet Beach (Charlie Beach)
A beautiful beach on the southwestern part of the island. It has soft white sand and crystal-clear waters ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling. It’s also a great spot to enjoy the sunset with drinks, which you can buy in one of the sea shacks.
Viewpoint Koh Mook
A great scenic hike through the forest will lead you to the viewpoint, from which you can see the whole island. The walk to the top takes 30-40 minutes. Don’t forget to take lots of water with you to stay hydrated, and a mosquito repellent.
