About Us
Teerapong Jaro (Mon) opened Karst Climbing in Ao Nang in April 2019. Mon has been climbing and working as a guide in Railay and Tonsai since 2006. He began climbing with his uncle Saree of Viking Climber, and fell in love with the sport. He moved to Tonsai to train under his uncle and dedicate himself to climbing and learning to guide. As a younger climber Mon tested his skills at some international climbing competitions but ultimately preferred a more laid back approach to climbing. He instead tested himself by climbing nearly every route in Railay and Tonsai. Over the years Mon has climbed at crags throughout Thailand and his international experience includes climbing trips to Austria, Laos, and China.
With more than a decade of experience, Mon decided to open Karst Climbing in Ao Nang with the motivation of providing the best quality of rock climbing instruction and adventure based on a passion for sharing an incredible experience with guests from around the world. As Karst Climbing grows, we look forward to welcoming more top-notch instructors to our team.
Whether you’re a first-time climber or looking for beta from local guides, a climbing experience with Karst Climbing is an ideal way to learn new skills or build your confidence as a climber. Regardless of your level, learning to top rope or sending your first 7b will leave you with an unforgettable experience from your trip to one of Asia’s climbing meccas. Karst Climbing’s certified, professional climbing staff lead trips and courses suited for all levels ages 6+. Please book online so we can ensure availability.
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We were lucky to go in the off-season and they were able to accommodate our last minute booking with a private guide. Lauren was super quick with communications and Mon our instructor was so awesome! He showed us lead climbing techniques and gave us lots of tips for our first time outdoor climbing. He was really great about figuring out what we needed in our climbing and made the class so personal. Great place, amazing experience, the view at Railay is unreal, wish I could quit my life and climb here everyday! Would definitely recommend!!!
Josie Peng
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We had some happy climbing with pickup for a fine price. Guide (Mon) was nice and friendly - set up toprope and let us belay each other. Equipment was a bit worn, but safe. Nothing to complain about 🙂
Mikkel Skov
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Karst climbing is the best! Mon was great, he set up the perfect climbs for our ability, the pitches were three times higher than the other tour groups on the beach! We got so many climbs in and at two different locations. We had a fantastic day which included a cave trip to a gorgeous viewpoint and one last repel down out of the cave! So much fun!
Linda Stuart
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Spontaneous idea to do this for the first time - and am so glad I did. Individual expert tuition by Mon, who seemingly knows every inch of the rock faces. And a shout out to Lauren too for leading the way. Couldn’t have been more satisfied climbing in such a beautiful place. A great holiday experience.
tim cutler
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Mon was a wonderful guide! The day was so fun and completely worth it. I went with a friend who had almost no experience while I was looking for something more difficult. Mon did an excellent job catering to our different ability levels - coaching my friend with patience and making him feel comfortable while allowing me to feel challenged. Karst was very responsive to my emails, answering questions and gave the best local advice on other things in the area that I got from anyone during my stay.
Casey Mahoney