Railay West

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Railay West from up high on Thaiwand Wall.

Description 

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The most popular beach on the Western side of the Railay Peninsula.

Most of the high-end resorts are located here. Stunning sunsets and one of the prettier beaches in the area bring big crowds.

ATMs located in Bobo's Market and along the path through the resorts to Railay East near a minimart.

Getting There 

Long-tail boat from Ao Nang; jungle trail from Tonsai Bay; paths through the various resorts from Railay East.

Accomodations 

• Sand Sea Resort,

• Railay Bay Resort & Spa

• Railay Village Resort

• Railei Beach Club

The Classics

Featured Route For Railay West

Caveman 5.11d  International : Thailand : ... : The Thaiwand

Start up making a tricky move getting off the ground, then easier ground for a short ways. Head up cool slabby rock on nice features to the first anchor, mid 5.10 or so. Now rest up and scope out the roof ahead. Pull the difficult roof on hard to see holds and head up the beautiful clean face to the anchors high above.This route has a mid anchor but I'm not sure why anyone would use it, as it isn't set up for rappel. So best to use a 70m rope...[more]   Browse More Classics in International

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West Railay beach at sunset. Thaiwand wall in bac...	Pad Thai yet again starts off another fine day of ...	The jungle trail to Tonsai from Railay
The north half of Railay West looking towards the ...	A view of Railay West from the Thaiwand Wall.