Trips in Krabi for Absolutely Everyone

Travelling with a disability or limited mobility can mean having to think about things that other travellers never need to consider, getting on and off boats, steps, uneven beaches, access to toilets, or whether extra assistance will be available when you need it.

Boat trips in Krabi aren’t all equally accessible, but needing a bit of extra help doesn’t necessarily mean you have to miss out. The important thing is knowing what the trip involves and speaking to the operator before you book.

Boat Trips in Krabi for Guests Who Need Extra Assistance

Over the years we’ve welcomed guests with a wide range of mobility and physical limitations. If you’re interested in joining us and think you may need extra assistance, please let us know before you book. That gives us a chance to explain exactly what getting on and off the boat involves, what help our crew can provide, and whether we think the trip will be suitable for you.

We’d rather have that conversation beforehand than promise that every part of the trip will work for everyone.

You can also read this review from a previous guest with a disability to get an idea of how we’ve helped in the past.

We also have prescription snorkelling masks available for guests who normally wear glasses, so you can still get a good look at what’s happening underwater.

If You’re Not a Confident Swimmer

You don’t need to be a strong swimmer to enjoy the day. We have life jackets and flotation aids, including a tow ring, and our guides can stay close by in the water if you need a bit of extra support.

There’s also no pressure to snorkel at every stop. You can swim, use a paddleboard or kayak, or simply stay onboard and enjoy the view.

If your main concern is snorkelling for the first time, we’ve written a separate guide about snorkelling in Krabi for beginners which goes into much more detail.

Getting On and Off the Boat

For some guests, the hardest part of a boat trip isn’t being on the boat at all, it’s getting on and off it.

A tour that leaves from a proper pier may be easier for people with limited mobility, as there is often less climbing involved. Beach departures can be a little trickier, particularly when you need to step into a longtail boat from the water.

We’ve been doing these transfers for years, though, and our crew have learned a few ways to make them much easier.

For example, climbing the ladder on the side of a longtail can be difficult if you have limited movement in your knees or hips. In that situation, we can usually board the other guests first and position everyone so that one side of the longtail sits lower in the shallow water. Instead of climbing the ladder, the guest can often sit on the edge of the boat, turn around and slide into their seat with help from the crew.

It sounds simple, but little things like this can make a big difference.

Of course, every guest is different, and tides, waves and beach conditions can change from day to day. If getting on and off the boat is something you’re worried about, let us know before you book. We can explain exactly what the transfer involves and whether we think it will be manageable for you.

Still Unsure? Get in Touch Before You Book

Every guest is different, and the type of assistance that helps one person may not work for someone else. If you have limited mobility, a physical disability or anything else you think we should know about, please get in touch with us before booking.

Tell us a little about what you’re comfortable with and where you may need some extra help. We can explain how boarding works, what the day involves and what our crew can realistically assist with.

You can also have a look through our Tripadvisor reviews to see what previous guests have said about their experience with us.

We’ll always try to find a way to make the day work, but if we don’t think a particular part of the trip will be suitable, we’ll tell you that too. It’s much better to know before you arrive.