The hidden lagoon on the Railey peninsula is inside the large rock formation that separates East Railey Beach from Hat Tham Phra Nang (Holy Princess Cave Beach) to the south. There is a trail that leads between the two beaches and about halfway down the trail there is a small gazebo built opposite a trailhead up the cliff face. Follow this trailhead up and over the cliff down into the lagoon. At low tide, the lagoon can be quite muddy, and it's clarity varies, but it's still an amazing place to explore. Be sure to bring water and a rugged camera/case, and be prepared to get muddy during the rainy season.

At the far end of Holy Princess Beach is another huge rock escarpment that separates the beach from East Railey Beach. This entire rock is a big cave, which can be navigated to an amazing overlook of East Railey on the other side. Both climbs utilize ropes and ladders already in place, but both also require 4-point freeclimbing at some point and one should always use appropriate caution when attempting these excursions.

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