



Koh Lanta experiences warm tropical weather throughout the year, with average highs ranging from 31°C to 34°C and balmy nights at around 24°C. The hottest months are February to April, while December offers slightly cooler evenings. It’s a perfect year-round escape for sunshine and sea.
Fly to Krabi or Phuket and travel onwards by ferry or car. You do not need a visa for stays up to 30 days. Your passport must be valid for at least six months. Please click here to check the latest visa guidance.
Koh Lanta shines between November and April. The days are dry and warm with gentle waves and golden light across the sea.
The Thai Baht is used across Koh Lanta. You can use credit cards in most resorts, restaurants and beachside shops.
Koh Lanta feels calm and friendly. You will find helpful locals, quiet beaches and relaxed vibes throughout the island.
You can explore by taxi, motorbike or tuk-tuk. Many hotels arrange transfers and island tours with ease and comfort.
Dress modestly at temples. Take off your shoes when entering. Avoid pointing feet at people and do not touch heads.
Average flight time
12-13 hours
Distance from London
9900 Kilometres
The beaches on Koh Lanta stretch with room to breathe. Klong Dao offers long, flat sand perfect for walks. Phra Ae Beach offers shade from its trees and a gentle tide. Bamboo Bay stays quiet, nestled at the island’s edge. Waves roll in slowly and softly. You can spend the day barefoot, with no plan. The sand is warm. The sea stays kind. Sunset turns the water to gold. This is your calm by the coast.
Koh Lanta gives you room to explore. Dive centres in Saladan and Kantiang offer trips to Hin Daeng and Koh Haa. The reefs here shine with coral and colour. Kayak through the mangroves and watch for monkeys. Take a tuk tuk to the lighthouse at Mu Ko Lanta National Park. Visit the animal welfare centre and walk a rescued dog. Here, each day holds a new way to see the island.
Koh Lanta keeps its heart close to the land. Old Lanta Town still feels like a fishing village. Wooden homes on stilts look out over the water. Markets sell dried squid, spices, and handmade bags. Locals meet at the shrine to pay respect. Muslim and Thai-Chinese culture blend in quiet ways. Lanterns, prayers, shared plates. It is simple. It is real. Culture here does not perform. It simply lives.
Nature in Koh Lanta feels close and clear. The rainforest trails around Khlong Chak lead to a small waterfall and a wide view. Sea caves near Koh Talabeng open to light and silence. Lanta Animal Welfare helps protect the island’s creatures. Birds fly low at dusk. Lizards rest on sun-warmed rocks. The green is deep and full. Nature here whispers. You only need to listen.
Luxury on Koh Lanta feels quiet, never bold. Pimalai Resort spreads across the hillside with views that stretch far. Layana Resort offers grown-up calm, right by the sand. Villas at Rawi Warin look out to the water, with space and stillness in mind. In-room dining comes with soft lighting and a view of the sea. Spa days turn slow with oils and stone. Here, luxury fits your pace. It moves gently with the island.
Food in Koh Lanta brings comfort and joy. Try grilled seafood at Time for Lime. Dine under fairy lights at Red Snapper. Order Thai tapas at The Houben. Find fresh coconut ice cream from roadside stalls. Sip cool drinks at beach bars with your toes in the sand. Every plate brings something local. Every bite carries the island's warmth. Food here feeds more than your hunger.
Koh Lanta speaks of love. Stay in a pool villa by the rocks. Share sunset drinks on a quiet deck. Take a longtail boat to a hidden cove. Walk hand in hand through the palm-fringed trails. Couples massages at Linger Longer Spa help you breathe again. Even the silence feels like company. It is romance without effort. Love feels lighter here.
Koh Lanta makes things simple for families. Shallow bays like Kantiang Bay feel safe for paddling. Let little ones take Thai cooking classes or join beach games. Visit the Butterfly Garden or stop by the Lanta Animal Welfare centre to learn and play. Family suites at many resorts give space to spread out. Restaurants welcome all ages with a smile and a variety of choices. Here, you relax and they laugh. It all comes together with ease.
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