Phi Phi Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Maya Bay showing a garden and forest scenes as well as an individual male
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Krabi Province featuring tropical scenes and rocky coastline
Phi Phi Islands
For snorkeling in clear waters, sunbathing on wide beaches or simply relaxing, thisisland group in the Andaman Sea is unmatched.

Enjoy vacationing in the Phi Phi Islands, a beautiful tropical setting in the ocean between Phuket and Krabi. Stay on the large northerly island of Phi Phi Don and ride a long-tail boat for trips to Phi Phi Leh and other uninhabited islands.

Phi Phi Don is a fun destination with numerous beaches and places to meet friends for food, drinks and partying at the end of the day. By definition, everything is within walking distance, as the island does not allow cars. Stay in Tonsai Village, which is on a narrow isthmus connecting east and west sides of the island. Most boats arrive at the Ao Tonsai Pier here. Besides beaches on both sides of this narrow strip of land, Monkey Beach to the northwest is also beautiful and easy to get to on foot or by boat.

More places with lodgings, restaurants and bars include the island’s northwestern Loh Ba Kao Bay area and Long Beach in the south. Hiking and rock climbing are other popular activities.

These Andaman Sea islands are known for excellent snorkeling and diving. The warm blue water is clear, providing great viewing of tropical fish, turtles and other marine animals feeding on the surrounding coral reef. The southern island of Phi Phi Leh is particularly popular for diving. The Leonardo DiCaprio movie The Beach was filmed here on Maya Bay. Pi Leh Bay, a narrow cove between limestone cliffs, is one of the most popular for snorkeling, occasionally becoming overcrowded. Head north by long-tail boat to Viking Cave, where you’ll discover unusual Scandinavian wall paintings and swiftlet nests, which are harvested to be sold for the making of bird’s nest soup.

The northernmost landmass is Bamboo Island, part of a national park and open to tent camping. Reach the islands from Phuket or Krabi in about 90 minutes by ferry or 45 minutes by speedboat. With Phi Phi Islands’ equatorial setting, temperatures are hot year round. November to April have the driest conditions.

SAii Phi Phi Island Village
SAii Phi Phi Island Village
5 out of 5
49 Moo 8, Ko Phi Phi, Krabi
The price is AU$281 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$281
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Phi Phi. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Unique place right on the beautiful beach, the tide does go right out but this adds to the fun! Great little village within 5 mins walk for fantastic food a lot cheaper than the hotel! Boat trips are so much cheaper booked through a local too.the rooms are amazing & the staff are attentive however ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

SAii Phi Phi Island Village
Phi Phi Banyan Villa
Phi Phi Banyan Villa
3 out of 5
129 Moo 7, Aonang, Ton Sai Bay, Ko Phi Phi
The price is AU$112 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Ko Phi Phi. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The gym was great and the location is ideal. It’s still quiet at night while being minutes to down town Phi Phi. Breakfast was mediocre at best and the toilet barely flushed and shower drain super slow. Otherwise we loved it. The staff were wonderful. It’s clean and safe and very pretty even if it ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Phi Phi Banyan Villa
Phi Phi CoCo Beach Resort
Phi Phi CoCo Beach Resort
4 out of 5
299 Moo 7, Tambon Aonang, Ko Phi Phi, Krabi
The price is AU$327 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$327
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Ko Phi Phi. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (557 reviews)
"All good. But noice is not good in the nights. You should contact the government to do something about this, should all be silent at midnight."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Phi Phi CoCo Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Andakiri Pool Villa Panoramic Sea View
Andakiri Pool Villa Panoramic Sea View
4 out of 5
233 Soi Thanon Klong Hang, Moo 3, Aonang Sub-district, Muang District, Krabi, Krabi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly villa in Krabi. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ao Nang Beach and Nopparat ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (206 reviews)
"Very cool place, the pool is perfect and the view is unreal so to have both is amazing especially for the price. Do think the place could with some updating as it’s beginning to look dated. The hill up to the property is very steep, some taxis and drivers won’t go up there so be mindful of that when ..."

Reviewed on 24 Feb. 2025

Andakiri Pool Villa Panoramic Sea View
The Lai Thai Luxury Condominiums
The Lai Thai Luxury Condominiums
4 out of 5
25/1 Moo 2, Aonang, Krabi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Krabi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (127 reviews)
Nice Hotel and Super Friendly Breakfast Staff.
"The hotel was nice and comfortable and being about a 10 minute walk down the strip to the beach was great for accessing boat trips out to the islands. A special mention must go out to Fon and the amazing breakfast room staff who were so friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

The Lai Thai Luxury Condominiums
Alisea Pool Villas
Alisea Pool Villas
4 out of 5
95 Moo 4, Ao Nang, Mueang, Krabi
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Krabi. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews)
"Good villa, 5 km from happening, noisy roof, good staff and comfortable"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Alisea Pool Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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