Ko Lanta, Thailand

Ko Lanta: land of monkeys, sunsets and crystal blue waters…

…and torrential rainstorms that blow up off the ocean and soak the little island. We came to Ko Lanta for some rest and that’s exactly what we got- because there isn’t a single thing to do on this island except nap by a pool or on the beach. We watched the storms from our perch on a hill, and spent lazy days by the pool. Nothing to see but sunsets and monkeys.

View of Ko La Pu Le from the ferry crossing from the mainland to Ko Lanta

Spicy minced beef salad, grilled chicken, Thai sausage and skewer of chicken hearts + livers at A La Carte

the grills at A La Carte

storm brewing off the east side of the island, view from Old Town

Old Town, Ko Lanta

view of crystal clear waters from the Houben

delicious fresh coconut

the striking red pool at the Houben Hotel

mischievous monkeys looking for a snack

Sunset view of the Kantiang View Resort in the hills behind the Houben Hotel

Sunset with the Phi Phi Islands on the horizon

Ko Lanta Guide

EATS

• Phad Thai Rock n Roll - tasty pad Thai with hipster vibes

• The Bad Penny - fun bar owned by a couple of Aussie ex-pats

• Thai Thai Restaurant - simple fresh Thai food (Halal)

• Aqua Bar - fun spot for a drink on the water

SIGHTS

• Bakantiang Beach - nice beach with plenty of beach bars

• Mu Ko Lanta National Park - nice park with a lighthouse and beaches

• Old Town - small village on stilts over the water