Thursday, 14 July 2016

Krabi Fun Family Holiday | Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill Nature Trail | Ao Nang Shopping Street | Haven Massage ( Part 3 )

Fun family trekking at Tab Kak-Hang Nak, Krabi Thailand
Entrance of Tab Kak-Hang Nak
This post is slightly longer, but the details and pictures are worth your few minutes! Part 3 was an adventure which brings us up nearer to the clouds. 

Fun family & friends trekking at Tab Kak-Hang Nak in Krabi, Thailand
Start of Tab Kak-Hang Nak trek in Krabi
But first let me introduce a wonderful guide that went through ups and downs with us.

He was introduced to us by chance and the next few activities we engaged him as our driver. You may contact Surin at 087-8269842 (+66 87 8269842). He speaks good English and can communicate well. Highly recommend him!

Surin drove us to our destination for our morning adventure which was TREKKING!

A little background of the hike we were doing. The hill is named Tab Kak-Hang Nak, it has an elevation of about 500m, and the signboard at the entrance shows it was a 3.7km hike to the summit. It sure did feel longer when we were hiking.

I did googled reviews about this hill and was not looking forward to the hike. But hubby said the view will be worth it. 

Fun family hiking at Tab-Hang Nak Hill Nature Trail in Krabi, Thailand
Along the hike at Tab-Hang Nak Hill
So here we go. I was told that the hike up will take about 2hrs. With children we thought we will take longer then that but in actual fact the kids were much faster then us. 

Many a times we can't even see them but we were so glad that Surin guided us during the hike and it was he who was taking care of the kids all the time.

Steep hike at Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill in Krabi, Thailand
Steep trek at Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill
Along the hike there were information boards that tells you which checkpoint you were at. Number 13 was the final number before reaching the peak. At number 8, the path became steeper and this continued till number 10. 

To be honest, I felt that this hike is not really suitable for younger children. My suggestion is children 10 yrs old and above will be a good age to handle the hike, but still have to be really careful.

Fantastic view from 1st lookout point at Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill
First lookout point at Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill
2hrs later, we finally reached the first look out point. The view was fantastic. we took a quick break and continued to the highest peak. Here the view was awesome. 

2nd lookout point at Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill in Krabi, Thailand
2nd lookout point along the hill
We took a longer break to soak in the view and at the same time had some snacks and drinks. It is very important to bring along lots of water, snacks, sunblock and mosquito spray.

Summit of Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill Nature Trail in Krabi, Thailand
Summit of Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill Nature Trail

Dark clouds seen from the summit of Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill in Krabi, Thailand
Dark clouds seen at the summit of Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill

Rain approaching Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill, Krabi
Rain approaching the mountain
During our summit rest, we saw dark clouds in the distance. Rain was approaching us. Something that I wasn't looking forward to as it meant going downhill was going to take longer and the paths will be muddy and slippery. 


True enough, we went through 3 heavy downpours and we were drenched. The children surprising took it very well and of course we had our wonderful guide, Surin to help them along the way.

It was truly an experience that all of us will not be able to forget as we went through mud and rain together!

Fun family time at the waterfall in Tab Kak-Hang Nak Hill, Krabi
Waterfall at the mountain
We ended the trek with a nice wash at the refreshing waterfall!

Shopping is always part of the itinerary wherever we go, so during this trip we went to Ao Nang Shopping Street which was about 15 mins slow walk from our hotel. 


Family shopping at Ao Nang Shopping Street in Krabi
Ao Nang Shooping Street
The street was a favorite for the tourists to bargain as they shop. Of course we did the same too. We bought some clothes and dry bags. The prices were so much better comparing to Phuket.

It was not as crowded as Phuket which allow us to enjoy more of our shopping experience here. 


Family massage at Haven Massage in Ao Nang, Krabi
Haven Massage in Ao Nang, Krabi
When you come to any part of Thailand, massage is a must. So we managed to find this Tripadvisor's highly rated massage place called 'Ao Nang Haven Massage'. 

The place can only take 4 person at a time so remember to pre booked your slots. We were very blessed as we just did a walk in and there were slots for us. 

The masseurs were very good. Their strength goes according to your request and so far it was fantastic during the massage. The children enjoyed their first massage expierence too.

I continued to have my manicure and pedicure done since it was so cheap. But it was not that fantastic. So I wouldn't recommend it.

If you have not read our Part 1 and Part 2 adventures yet, just click on the link. 

Looking forward to our last part of the 'Krabi Fun Family Holiday'.



Thursday, 30 June 2016

Krabi Fun Family Holiday | Railay Beach | Diamond Cave | Krabi Town Night Market (Part 2)

Having family breakfast at Holiday Inn Resort, Krabi
Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast selection at Holiday Inn Resort, Krabi
Breakfast spread at Holiday Inn Resort 
Today we started with a hearty buffet breakfast at the hotel. Much better than the dinner. Do remember to buy the breakfast vouchers from the front desk as the price will be different if you walk in without vouchers and children eat for free YEHHHH!

Fun ride on longtail boat to Railay Beach in Krabi, Thailand
Ao Nang in Krabi

Long tail boat in Krabi, Thailand
Long tail boat to Railay Beach 

Fun day out to Railay Beach in Krabi, Thailand
Railay Beach in Krabi
After breakfast, we crossed over from our hotel and took a long tail boat to Railay Beach. Each person costs 200 baht for the boat ride. Do arrange with the boat staff for the transfer back too. 


Family stroll to Diamond Cave in Railay Beach, Krabi
Railay street to Diamond Cave
Within 10 mins, we reached Railay Beach. We took a leisure walk to Diamond Cave to explore the stalactite and stalagmite formations. We had to pay 150 baht each adult but the children entered for free. 


Family exploring Diamond Cave in Railay Beach, Krabi
Diamond Cave 
It was totally not worth going. It was just a 300 meters loop and we couldn't spot anything interesting except for the cave bats and some limestone structures.

Shopping at Railay Beach
Shops leading to Railay Beach

Fun family day out at Railay Beach, Krabi Thailand
Amazing view at Railay Beach 

Fun day out with family & friends at Railay Beach Krabi, Thailand
Railay Beach View
We headed back to Railay beach and spent an hour at the beach. There were some shops for shopping and restaurants too. There wasn't many fishes at the beach for snorkeling. But do be careful of jelly fish.

We headed back to the hotel for a good swim. The kids couldn't resist playing at the pool hahaha.

Fun shopping and eating at Krabi Town Night Market
Krabi Town Night Market
As it was weekend, we decided to spend the evening at the Krabi Town Night Market. The night market was bustling with tourists and locals too. 

Looking at the dark clouds, rain was approaching. We were only there for 10 mins and it started to pour. Thank God it stop after a while so we could continue shopping.


Non stop eating at Krabi Town Night Market
Variety of food stalls at Krabi Town Night Market
There were many food stalls , shopping and performance at the Night Market. It was definitely worth to go.

After all the shopping and snacking, we headed back to our suite to have a supper feast with our friends. Yup you heard me, eating non stop! Not forgetting our daily dose of alcohol beverages which were super cheap in Krabi. 

Ps : there is a family mart just beside our hotel which was super convenient. If not there is a 7-eleven on the left side of the hotel which is a 3 minutes walk (Sorry forgot to take pictures hahaha)

Stay tune for part 3 of the holiday adventures! 
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