In Krabi climbing is one of the most popular beach activities around. Railey Beach in Krabi is surrounded by amazing karst rock formations and, over the years, has become a very popular rock climbing destination. There are hundreds of routes already bolted (plenty for beginners but also plenty for experienced climbers), and a couple of climbing shops where you can rent gear. Better yet, if you are beginner, you can hire a guide who’ll bring you out and teach you everything you need to know.
Most of the rock climbing schools in Krabi offer half day guided climbs, and will give you everything you need to climb. Expect to pay anywhere from 800B to 1,200B. As a beginner, you will always be belayed by your instructor or partner. That means there is a rope looped through an anchor at the top of the route. You are attached to one end of the rope and the belayer has the other end and controls the amount of slack. If you fall, the belayer will lock off the rope and act as a counterbalance so you do not fall far. It’s meant to be as safe as possible, but rock climbing is an inherently dangerous activity.
