Anantara Koh Yao Yai Launches New Transfer Route from Krabi, Seamlessly Connecting Guests to Thailand’s Untouched Isles and Cinematic Seascapes

Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas is now even more accessible with the launch of a new scheduled speedboat transfer connecting the resort to Krabi’s Thalane Pier. The new route joins the existing Phuket service, providing guests increased flexibility and faster access to one of Thailand’s last unspoiled island retreats.

This 30-minute journey through Phang Nga Bay is the beginning of an immersive experience. The route traces the mythical path of the great Naga serpent, as described in local lore to have formed the scattered islands of Phang Nga Bay. Along the way, guests are treated to dramatic limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, and untouched islets—a cinematic introduction to the region’s natural grandeur.

Positioned for Exploration

Anantara Koh Yao Yai serves as the perfect base for cinematic discovery and natural adventure. Guests can explore dramatic seascapes featured in Jurassic World: Rebirth and the upcoming Alien: Earth through the resort’s Scene Unseen yacht experience, which reveals hidden caves, untouched beaches, and secret filming locations only accessible by sea. Guided by a local expert, the aboard the resort’s My SKY luxury yacht blends breathtaking scenery with behind-the-scenes stories and film trivia. On land, curated excursions take guests to Krabi’s cultural and natural icons, including the Tiger Cave Temple and Emerald Pool, and the region’s revered hot springs and island-hopping escapes to Hong Island, James Bond Island, and other filming locations throughout Phang Nga Bay.

Stuart De San Nicolas, General Manager, Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas commented, "Anantara Koh Yao Yai sits at the heart of the Andaman, offering a rare balance of seclusion and connectivity. With the new Krabi route, we give guests more freedom to explore the region’s most iconic natural and cultural wonders, all from a serene island base.”

Krabi Transfer Schedule

Shared speedboat transfers operate twice daily between Krabi’s Thalane Pier, a 40-minute drive from Krabi International Airport, and Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas. Departures from the pier to the resort are available at 1:00 pm and 4:30 pm, and return journeys from the resort to the pier at 12:00 pm and 3:30 pm. Guests can also arrange private land transfers from Krabi International Airport to Thalane Pier through the resort with a minimum of 48 hours’ notice.

Complimentary Transfer Direct Booking Benefit

Guests who book direct for a minimum of three consecutive nights enjoy exclusive benefits designed to make their journey even more seamless. All room types receive complimentary roundtrip speedboat transfers from either Phuket’s Leam Sai Pier or Krabi’s Thalane Pier. For those staying in select premium accommodations—including the Grand Family Sea View Suite, Lagoon Pool Villa, Wellness Lagoon Pool Villa, Beachfront Pool Villa, Sea View Pool Penthouse, Crystal Sea View Penthouse, and Two Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa—an additional complimentary roundtrip airport transfer is included from Phuket International Airport or Krabi International Airport.

To plan your escape, please visit anantara.com/koh-yao-yai-phuket, or email kohyaoyai@anantara.com.

Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas, Thailand’s last unspoiled island is nestled amidst the breathtaking vistas of Phang Nga Bay, just a 35-minute boat ride from Phuket and 30 minutes from Krabi.  Named as one of TIME’s 100 World’s Greatest Places 2025, this serene sanctuary offers a rare blend of luxury and natural beauty. The 148 suites are unrivalled in spaciousness and comfort. Luxuriate in one of the beachfront pool villas, penthouses or premium family suites. Explore Hong Island's hidden treasures, pristine beaches, crystal-clear lagoons and panoramic viewpoints by private yachts or catamarans. Revel in unique experiences like jungle trekking or sidecar tours through lush rubber plantations while immersed in abundant jungle scenery.

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