Why go
- Thai archipelago in the Strait of Malacca.
History
The Phi Phi Islands are an island group in Thailand located in the Strait of Malacca between the large island of Phuket and the Straitscoast in the Krabi Province The islands are administratively part of Krabi Province. Ko Phi Phi Don is the largest and most populated island of the group, although the beaches of the second largest island, Ko Phi Phi Le are visited by many people as well. The rest of the islands in the group, including Bida Nok, Bida Nai, and Ko Mai Phai, are not much more than large limestone rocks jutting out of the sea. The islands are reachable by ferries, speedboats or long-tail boats, most often from Krabi town or from ports in Phuket Province.
Getting there by ferry
Restaurants & places to go
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Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Koh Phi Phi Don-Lei (Maya Bay Beach), Thailand — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in. By water: 3 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Koh Phi Phi, 1.8 km); routes include Ton Sai Beach - Laem Thong Beach, Koh Phi Phi Don - Koh Yung, Ko Phi Phi Don - Ko Phi Phi Leh.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Koh Phi Phi Don-Lei (Maya Bay Beach), Thailand. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.