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Visit the Fossil Shell Beach

Overview

Fossil Shell Beach is one of the fascinating tourist spot to visit in Krabi, renowned for its amazing geological history. The Fossil Shell Beach is also called Susan Hoi, located near Ao Nang, and is in fact the home of fossilized shell, which is around 40-million years old, making it one of the interesting spots to visit, especially for history and nature lovers.

What are the Highlights of Fossil Shell Beach?

  • The Fossil Shell Beach mainly draws attention of the tourists due to the enormous slabs which comprises of fossilized shells, which are around 40-million years old, dating back to the Eocene Epoch. 

     

  • Visitors will have a wonderful time exploring the fossilized beach with stunning views of the vast coastline. Near the Fossil Shell Beach, you will find a small museum to visit, showcasing artifacts related to the history of the place and souvenir shops to buy items to take back home. 

What to Do at Fossil Shell Beach?

  • Tourists will have a wonderful time exploring the Fossil Shell Beach, and observe the unique immense limestone slabs comprising of ancient fossil shells, that dates back to the Eocene Epoch.
  • Near the Fossil Shell Beach, there is a small museum, which comprises a collection of artifacts related to the history of the place. 
  • Enjoy taking photos of the fossilized beach with stunning views of the vast coastline, and the large limestone slabs comprising of ancient fossil shells.
  • Simply relax on the beach and appreciate the beauty of the region, if you are not planning to swim.

How to Reach Fossil Shell Beach?

  • By Car or Taxi: If you are staying in Krabi town, you can easily reach by taking a taxi or car to Fossil Shell Beach. It is around 17 km away from Krabi town and will take around 20-30 minutes to reach.

     

  • By Tour Package: For a hassle-free visit to Fossil Shell Beach tourists can opt for a tour package which includes pick and drop from your hotel in Krabi town, and combined with other sightseeing places.

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