Tha Len Pier Information
About Tha Len Pier, Krabi
Tha Len Pier sits on Ao Thalane, a sheltered bay of limestone karsts and mangrove forest on the Krabi coastline. It is one of several departure points for boats around Krabi, and it is best known as the launch point for mangrove kayaking tours and long-tail boat trips through the bay's tidal channels, rather than as a scheduled ferry terminal for island-hopping routes. Visitors searching for Tha Len Pier are usually looking to confirm exactly what departs from here and when, so the sections below set out what is fixed and what depends on your operator or tour.
Tha Len Pier Tickets and Timetables
Tha Len Pier does not run a single fixed public ferry timetable. Departure times, ticket prices, and sailing frequency depend on the tour operator, the type of boat (long-tail boat or kayak transfer), and the season, so they can change without notice. Check the live schedule and current fares on the booking page for your selected tour or transfer before you travel, and confirm your departure time directly with the operator once your booking is confirmed. If you are comparing options, it is worth checking Krabi's other ferry piers as well, since some routes to the islands depart from different points along the coast.
Getting to Tha Len Pier
Tha Len Pier is located north of Ao Nang and Nopparat Thara, within reach of central Krabi town by road. Most visitors arrive by pre-arranged transfer, taxi, or rental vehicle as part of a tour package, since the pier itself is a small, low-key departure point rather than a bus or ferry hub. If your booking includes hotel pickup, the pickup time and location will be confirmed with your voucher; if it does not, allow extra time to find the pier, as signage in the area is limited.
Boats and Routes from Tha Len Pier
From Tha Len Pier, long-tail boats and kayaks head out into Ao Thalane's mangrove channels and limestone lagoons, typically as half-day or full-day tours rather than point-to-point ferry crossings. The pier is not the main departure point for scheduled services to Krabi's outer islands; travellers heading to destinations such as Koh Lanta should instead look at a dedicated Koh Lanta ferry schedule, while those continuing on to smaller islands can compare options via ferries to Koh Jum. Always check your specific tour or ticket for the exact boat type and route included.
Tips for Travelling via Tha Len Pier
- Confirm your exact departure time with the operator after booking, since it is not fixed and can shift with tides and weather.
- Bring cash for any extras not included in your tour, as facilities at the pier are basic.
- Pack reef-safe sun protection and insect repellent, as mangrove tours involve time on the water and in shaded channels.
- If your trip connects with onward island travel, double-check timings so you are not booking overlapping departures.
