Krabi is famous for its natural hot springs that have therapeutic properties to calm our bodies and minds. While there are plenty of options, there is one particular hot spring with waterfalls in Krabi. It is not only a waterbody that flows naturally, but is broken in steps amidst mangrove trees. It also has a stream flowing by and that adds to the aesthetics. This blog post shares all the things you need to know if you want to visit the hot spring waterfall in Krabi.
What to expect at the Hot Spring Waterfall in Krabi
The hot spring waterfall is located in Khlong Thom Nuea and is a 15-minute drive away from the Emerald Pool. When planning for things to do in Krabi in one day, most tourists include visiting the Tiger Cave, Emerald Pool, and Hot Spring Waterfall. They keep this activity for the last because our bodies can only bear 15 minutes of warm water in the hot spring. So, after this activity is done, it feel lovely to unwind at a restaurant and try local cuisine.
Opening hours and cost
The hot spring opens at 8:30 am and closes at 6 pm. It is operational all year round, but summer times make it difficult to swim. The entry cost for adults is 200 Baht and 100 Baht for children.
Getting there
The hot spring is located 55 minutes away from Krabi Town and 1 hour 10 minutes away from Ao Nang Beach. You can book a guided tour, a private car, or rent a bike to reach the hot spring. You can also book a Grab cab to drop you here at a cheaper cost.
Rented bikes cost around 200 Baht per day and fuel needs to be purchased separately. Guided tours can cost 3,000 Baht and above, and take you across multiple locations in one day. While private cars can cost 2,000 to 2,500 Baht for 6-8 hours of service. If you book a Grab cab, ensure you get one while you’re returning back to your hotel as well.
Entry and fee
The route to reach the hot spring is filled with greenery and there is a forest full of palm trees that you would pass by. Once you’re near the main gate, you will see cars and bikes parked outside. Vehicles are not allowed into the hot spring waterfall. The authorities arrange a bus service to take tourists from the entry gate and drop them near the hot spring area.
Exploring the hot spring waterfall in Krabi
As soon as you get down from the bus, you will find a shed used as a massage parlor. About 20 meters away there is a sign that reads: Welcome to Hot Spring Waterfall – and as you turn right you can spot the waterfall.
The natural source of water seeps from the surface of the ground and breaks into small waterfalls creating basins on the way. These water basins look like tiny pools amidst trees with roots that go deep into the hot spring.
The waterfall is at an elevation and there is a muddy stream flowing down below. This is the best place to click pictures and also spend some time watching the waters flow by.
Soaking in the hot spring
The warm of the hot spring touches 40 to 50 degrees Celsius at all times. There are signs that strictly mention not being inside the water for over 15 minutes. 10 to 15 minutes is the sweet spot, but the experience is of a lifetime!
As you step into one of the water basins, you have to carefully watch your step. Since most of these waterfalls are entangled by roots of trees full of moss, there are chances of slipping.
Once you are inside the hot spring, you will want to relax your body and float to make the most of the experience. Lay your back comfortably on the roots of a tree, while the waterfall gushes onto your hair. The feeling makes you intertwine with nature like you’ve never been separated from it and sends a sense of calm all over your body.
As you return
You wouldn’t need more than 45 minutes to visit, drench, and explore the hot spring waterfall in Krabi. But if you want to extend your stay, you can get a Thai massage.
There are no places to eat inside this location, but there are shopping and eating places outside. Once you’re done with the activity, you will find the same bus to take you back to the gate.
You can alternate with Saline Hot Spring in Khlong Thom
Krabi has plenty of hot springs but the one with the waterfall is the most special! If you want a more extensive experience and you have more time, the Saline Hot Spring in Khlong Thom could serve you better. This place has 11 km of hot water pools that are heated by underground thermals. Unlike the natural hot spring, there are eight manmade pools created to utilize the natural water sources in the best possible way.
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