Tonsai, Railey 20-23/1/2550

We met up with Ram and Deborah on Saturday (20/1) at the Krabi airport. They were there to pick up their friend Rosa, who coincidentally was on our flight! We took taxis to Ao Nang, which is the port city where we could catch a short (30 min or so) longtail boat ride to Tonsai (50B).



The Tonsai/Railey area is even more amazing than the photos, and the Tonsai area in particular is well adapted to the climber lifestyle. Cheap restaurants and (somewhat cheap) bars line the beach and present spectacular views of the limestone cliffs, climbers, and Tonsai bay. A short walk from Tonsai is Railey west, the classier resort/tourist area, with several swimming pool options to cool off in the afternoon heat.





The 21st-23rd we spent climbing/exploring the various crags in and around Tonsai. Phra Nang bay in particular was a beautiful spot. There were a few tourists, but no line for climbs, and an interesting change from the climber beach.

Ram taught me a few key phrases to know in thai, such as "I'd like a big, fat coconut please".