Chicken Island is a small island in the Andaman Sea that got its unusual name from an interesting rock formation. It resembles a chicken head.
Tourists also head for the beautiful beach here, and at low tide there is a sandy strip that connects Chicken Island with the neighbouring islets.
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In Thai, look for Chicken Island under the name Koh Kai. The island is part of a number of small islands to the south of Krabi, which are often visited by day trips from Krabi Town or Ao Nang.
Entrance fees and opening hours
Like other islands in the area, Chicken Island is part of Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park, and there is a fee to enter the national park 400 thb per adult.
Accommodation on Chicken Island
There is no accommodation on the island, so you can only go here for a day trip. Ideally, you should stay in the resort of Ao Nang, where organised tours leave regularly every day.
- Cheap hotels and hostels - K-Bunk Hostel, Ao Nang Bamboo Resort ***
- Luxury hotels with swimming pool - GLOW Ao Nang Krabi ****, The Phu Beach Hotel ****
Transportation to Chicken Island
Chicken Island is most easily accessible via an organised trip from Krabi or Ao Nang to the 4 islands (total between 750 thb and 1000 thb).
You can also go on your own if you rent a longtail boat, but expect to pay a bit extra (approx. 500 thb for the return trip)
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