Ao Nang to Railay Beach Longtail Transfer
What is included
- one-way 15-min transfer
Not included
- return trip
Wooden longtail (rua hang yao) heritage
This route is traditionally run by wooden rua hang yao. Hand-built plank-on-frame hulls with repurposed car engines on a swivel mount. The 'long tail' is the propeller shaft - it lifts to clear coral and shallow sand, which is why longtails can reach hongs and beaches speedboats cannot.
Departure
Ao Nang Beach (main strip)
Common questions
How much is the Ao Nang to Railay Beach Longtail Transfer?+
Typically around 100 THB ($3) per person. Includes one-way 15-min transfer. Not included: return trip.
Is this tour by traditional wooden longtail?+
Yes. This tour uses traditional rua hang yao wooden longtail boats. Hull is hand-built plank-on-frame construction, with a repurposed automotive engine on a swivel mount.
Where does it depart from?+
Ao Nang Beach (main strip). Most operators offer hotel pickup in the area for an additional 100-200 THB.
Where can I book this tour?+
We have not yet verified a live listing for this exact route and vessel. The buttons below search GetYourGuide, Klook, and Viator for current options.