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Bay
 Railay Beach
This beach is generally divided into two sections, East Hat Railay
and West Hat Railay. Of these two, West Hat Railay offers visitors
more traditional beach scenery. The bay is rather pretty, and there
is a broad sandy beach and clean, clear water. Although it has less
to offer in the way of facilities, and has a more limited variety
of recreational activities than Ao Nang, West Hat Railay is quieter
and more peaceful.
Across the peninsula from West Hat Railay is East Hat Railay, which
varies from the other beaches in the area in that it could actually
be classified as a mud flat, especially during low tide. Even so,
it does offer some rather remarkable views. One end of the beach
is covered with mangrove trees, and good views of mountains and
islands are available.
As for sandy beaches, East Hat Railay has relatively little to
offer, but is within walking distance of both West Hat Railay, and
Hat Tham Phranang, which offer some of the best beaches anywhere.
Both East and West Hat Railay can be reached by boat from Krabi's
Chao Fah Bridge. These boats cost 50 baht per person, and typically
take about 45 minutes.
However, outside of the months between November and April, these
boats usually do not go all the way around to West Hat Railay, because
of unfavorable sea conditions. During this period, you must get
off the boat at East Hat Railay, and then walk to your final destination.
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