Last updated: 5 September 2026. Ranges are indicative for one person, checked September 2026 and converted at about 44 THB to the pound.. Totals are the sums of the item ranges. Most months land inside the range, not at either end.
The monthly numbers
Indicative ranges for one person, for a UK traveller: British visitors doing a slower trip: a month or so in one base before moving on, mixing sightseeing with ordinary daily life Everything is priced in baht first and converted at about 44 THB to the pound.
| Item | Per month (THB) | Approx (GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| Rent, monthly rental or guesthouse studioAo Nang carries the tourist markup | 9,000 to 18,000 | £205 to £410 |
| Utilities, internet and phone | 2,000 to 4,000 | £45 to £90 |
| Local food and markets | 7,000 to 10,000 | £160 to £225 |
| Western food, groceries and coffee | 2,500 to 6,000 | £55 to £135 |
| Transportscooter rental plus ferries | 1,800 to 3,500 | £40 to £80 |
| Travel insurance | 600 to 1,200 | £15 to £25 |
| Visa and immigration, spread monthlyvisa-exempt entry, extensions spread monthly | 100 to 300 | £0 to £5 |
| Boat trips, climbing and misc | 5,000 to 11,000 | £115 to £250 |
| Estimated total | 28,000 to 54,000 | £635 to £1,225 |
Ranges are indicative for one person, mid-2026, converted at about 44 THB to the pound. Totals are the sums of the ranges; most months land inside, not at, either end. Check the live rate before committing.
Where the money goes
A month in Krabi is the adventure-traveller month in this set, and the budget reflects it: 28,000 to 54,000 baht, about 635 to 1,230 pounds, with a deliberately generous 5,000 to 11,000 baht extras line for boat trips, climbing and kayaking. Monthly rentals run 9,000 to 18,000 baht, Ao Nang carrying the tourist markup over Krabi Town.
What to watch
The region's best experiences cost real money and are worth it: the four-island tour by long-tail, Railay climbing days, a Hong islands trip and an Emerald Pool morning. Spread them across the month, fill the between-days with Nopparat Thara beach, night markets and scooter loops, and the daily average stays remarkably low.
Practical notes
Timing tip: November to April is the Andaman high season and the sea is at its calmest for boat trips. Green season cuts prices and crowds but some island trips cancel on weather, so build flexibility in. Wherever you land, the Krabi Town night market feeds you brilliantly for 100 to 200 baht a plate.
Convert your own budget
If your income or holiday fund is in pounds, the rate is part of your cost of living. Quick conversions nearest this budget: £500 in Thai baht and £1,000 in Thai baht, or use the live GBP to THB converter before committing to rent or a transfer.
Where to read next
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- Thailand cost of living hub
Frequently asked questions
How much does a month in Krabi cost?
Plan for 28,000 to 54,000 baht, about 635 to 1,230 pounds, with monthly rental, scooter, travel insurance and a proper boat-trip and climbing budget. Lean months nearer 700 pounds are possible from a Krabi Town base; Ao Nang high season with every tour booked runs to the top.
Should I base in Krabi Town or Ao Nang as a traveller?
Ao Nang if beach access and tour logistics matter most and you accept the markup; Krabi Town if you want cheaper rooms, the best night market and a local rhythm, with beaches a songthaew or scooter ride away. A month splits nicely: two weeks each is the standard traveller move.
What are the must-do trips from a Krabi month?
The four-island long-tail day, a Railay climbing session, the Hong islands, Emerald Pool and Hot Springs early morning, and a Tiger Cave Temple sunrise if your knees allow. Booking from Krabi Town operators rather than hotel desks saves 20 to 40 per cent on the same boats.
How we costed this: How we costed this: figures come from The Baht's existing guide baselines, published rental listings and reader reports, checked September 2026 and converted at about 44 THB to the pound. See the methodology page for how ranges and rates are handled Read the full methodology before relying on any figure here, and check the cost of living hub for the city-by-city baseline.