Phi Phi Islands, Thailand 2025 — Things to Do, Hotels, How to Get

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Maya Bay

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Iconic beach from 'The Beach' film, reopened 2022 with visitor limits and pristine waters.

Bamboo Island

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Small pristine island with white sand beach, crystal waters, and excellent snorkeling.

Pileh Lagoon

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Emerald lagoon surrounded by limestone cliffs, perfect for swimming and kayaking.

Monkey Beach

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Popular beach with long-tailed macaques, small cove with clear water.

Viking Cave

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Ancient cave with wall paintings and famous bird's nest harvesting site.

Tonsai Village

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Main village on Phi Phi Don with shops, restaurants, nightlife, and ferry pier.

Phi Phi Islands

Phi Phi: The Islands That DiCaprio Ruined (But They're Still Beautiful)

The Phi Phi Islands are that Thai postcard you've seen a million times: emerald water, sheer jungle-covered cliffs, and longtail boats on white sand. After "The Beach" in 2000, crowds poured in, and the islands forever stopped being a secret paradise. But you know what? They're still incredibly beautiful.

The archipelago consists of six islands: Phi Phi Don — the only inhabited one, with hotels and bars, and Phi Phi Leh — uninhabited, home to the famous Maya Bay. Most tourists come for a day trip from Phuket or Krabi...

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Only by boat. Ferry from Rassada Pier (2 hours, 450-900 THB) or speedboat (50 min, 700-800 THB). Schedule: 08:30, 11:00, 13:30, 15:00. Morning is better - calmer seas.

Yes, it's a national park. Fee is 400 THB (children 200 THB). Not included in ferry price - paid separately.

No, there are no motorbikes on the island. Travel on foot only - the island is small, everything is walkable.

Phi Phi Don - main island with hotels, restaurants, beaches. Phi Phi Leh (with Maya Bay from 'The Beach') - day tours only, no overnight stays.

November-January: perfect weather, calm seas, great for snorkeling. December-March - peak season, crowded. May-October - low season, cheaper but wavy.

Yes! Day trip is too rushed. At night the island transforms: sunsets, fire shows, parties. Stay at least 1-2 nights.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Phi Phi Islands

Book ferry in advance during high season (December-March). Morning boats are more popular - arrive 30 minutes before departure

Bring motion sickness pills! Sea can be rough, especially in the afternoon and low season

Cash is essential - ATMs exist but with high fees. Small islands don't accept cards

Waterproof bag for electronics is a must-have. Speedboat spray, rain, snorkeling - all threaten your phone

Weather

Average temperature by month

Now

26°

73%12 м/с

Today

28°25°

Tomorrow

27°25°

Thu

28°26°

Fri

27°26°

Sat

27°26°

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28°26°

Mon

27°26°

32°

23°Jan

33°

23°Feb

34°

24°Mar

34°

25°Apr

33°

25°May

32°

25°Jun

32°

25°Jul

32°

25°Aug

31°

24°Sep

31°

24°Oct

31°

24°Nov

31°

23°Dec

Water temperature

28°

29°

30°

29°

28°

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Cash ESSENTIAL! Tourist island but many places cash-only. ATMs available but high fees. Cards at hotels, large restaurants. Beach vendors, longtail boats, street food cash-only. Bring baht!

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Banks: Bangkok Bank, Kasikorn Bank - ATMs on Phi Phi Don charge 220 THB foreign card fee + your bank fee! Phi Phi Leh (Maya Bay) NO facilities. Famous party/beach destination - Maya Bay, The Beach movie location. Cash-heavy despite tourism! Hotels, resorts accept cards. Beach bars, longtail boats, island hopping tours prefer CASH. Exchange booths poor rates. Better withdraw in Phuket/Krabi before ferry. Very touristy, expensive for Thailand!

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Tipping not expected but appreciated. 20-40 THB for good service. Round up for longtail boat drivers.