The Phi Phi Islands – beaches, climate, hotels and recommendations Phi Phi Islands are a group of small vacation islands in the Adaman Sea.

The Phi Phi Islands are a group of small resort islands in the Adamant Sea. The Phi Phi Islands in Thailand can be reached from the mainland or Phuket by ferry, which can be booked at 12 Go Asia. The distance from Phuket Island – 48 km, from the mainland Krabi Province and its tourist the city of Ao Nang – 42 km. By the way, the locals call this place “Phi-Phi”.

The entire island archipelago is rarely explored. The most popular and sought-after destination is Phi Phi Phi Don Island, it is the only one with a well-organized infrastructure, replete with hotels, restaurants, stores and other tourist spots. But Phim Phi Phi Le Island is better known not for its tourist areas, but for its landscapes, among which was the shooting of the notorious film “The Beach” with Leonardo DiCaprio in 1999. Tours to Phi Phi Le and the other four almost wild islands of the group are in demand among wild vacationers, divers (diving in Phuket) and snorkeling fans.

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Who will like it on Phi Phi

With a variety of scenery and activities, excursions to the islands of Phi Phi will appeal to a diverse group of tourists. The main well-appointed island of the archipelago is conventionally divided into several sections, each with its own life.

The most popular place among young people is the beach of Loh Dalum. In this area are the most noisy establishments, after sunset open the doors of nightclubs and massage parlors, offering both a standard list of services, and for lovers sex tourism in Thailand. Every night near the coast Loh Dalum lights up the beach disco, sometimes lasting until dawn. Prices are usually affordable, because rest on the island of Phi Phi in this area and is in such high demand.

The other side of the coin is Long Beach. This area is packed with clean, well-kept and almost no nightlife beaches of Phi Phi Phi. Couples with children often come here to relax, as well as divers, the descent into the sea from the local beaches is quite sharp. The nearest nightlife is a half-hour walk to Tonsai.

The nearest nightlife is in Tonsai.

The eastern part of the island will appeal to the “savages”. The beaches here are usually completely deserted, but such seclusion doesn’t come cheap either. The Eastern Phi Phi hotels are for those who are willing to shell out a few hundred dollars a week.

Phim Island beaches

Tonsai Beach is the island’s most unmaintained beach. Nearby, it has a pier and a ship dock that receives steams from the mainland and Phuket. Lodging nearby is cheap (read more about renting accommodation in Thailand), there is some kind of infrastructure with bars, markets and stores.

Tonsai Beach on Phi Phi Island

Tonsai Beach

Lo Dalam Beach is a place that will appeal to sociable tourists who are not looking for a relaxing vacation. It is at this beach that most of the Thai nightlife is concentrated.

This is the place for sociable tourists not looking for relaxation.

Lo Dalam Beach on Phi Phi Island

Lo Dalam Beach

Long Beach, oddly enough, is one of the quietest beaches on the island. The infrastructure here is not bad, the prices of accommodations nearby are also affordable, but at night the place falls asleep, the adventurers and noisy discos are better to choose another place to rest. According to tourist reviews, this is the best beach in Thailand!

Long Beach on Phi Phi Island

Long Beach

Lo Mu Di Beach is beautiful and convenient, but it’s not without its drawbacks. You have to walk to get there, and it takes about an hour from the nearest town.

Lo Mu Di Beach at Phi Phi Islands

Lo Mu Di Beach

What to visit on Phi Phi

The main local tourist attractions are diving, snorkeling and Thai fishing. Excursions to the neighboring islands of the archipelago are in demand. In general, everything is focused on unity with nature and a healthy lifestyle. There are nightclubs and bars too, but not as many as in Phuket or Bangkok, so inveterate partygoers rarely choose to rest on Phi Phi.

The ferries from the mainland and Phuket bring guests to the bay of Tonsai village. There are quite a few souvenir stores and stores with locally produced goods scattered along the waterfront, and tour bureaus can also be found here. Next to the pier there is a climb to the observation deck, it offers spectacular views of the island’s scenery and the bay. Walking from the bay is convenient to Long Beach, where there are several cosy cafes offering a wide selection of drinks and local cuisine.

Climate in the islands of Phi Phi

Weather on Phi Phi spoils frequently. On average the temperature does not exceed 28-32 degrees, in winter it gets a little cold, but not at all perceptible. Come to rest between November and May, during this period the sea is particularly quiet, it rarely rains and the water temperature does not drop below 27 degrees. Use our informers to find out Weather forecast in Thailand.

Phi Phi Phi Island Hotels

If you’re not ready to stay in a villa or a small bungalow by the sea, then think thrice about whether to go to the Phi Phi Islands. High-rise hotel complexes on the archipelago does not exist. The highest hotels in Loh Dalum, their height is 2-4 floors. This is the only option to rent a house not by the sea, but within 10-15 minutes walking distance from it. All other options are usually quite close to the water. Of course, “non-marine” housing is cheaper than bungalows on the coast, the average cost of a room with a fan and a shared toilet – from 400 baht. Check out all the hotel offers and choose the most suitable one at Hotellook.ru or RoomGuru.ru.

It’s clear that the price tag is very dependent on the season. At its peak, room rates increase by 40-50%, which is especially noticeable when renting inexpensive square meters. In August the room will cost 400 baht, but in February the owner will ask for the same room from 600 to 800 baht. To save money it is better to go out of season, but it is important to consider the possibility of rain, although they do not go every day, as well as the restlessness of the sea.

In order to save money it is better to go out of season.

As for reservations, it is better to take care of it in advance. The island is not that big and does not accommodate many guests. It is not uncommon that there simply isn’t enough room for everyone. With expensive villas this rarely happens, but the budget rooms and rooms on Loh Dalum are taken very quickly, and sometimes for a long time. If you do not want to spend a few days on the beach under the open sky waiting for room availability, it is worth checking and booking before arriving on the island of Phi Phi.

How to get to Phi Phi Island

There are no direct flights to Phi Phi because there is no airport on the island. Typically, international visitors arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport, near Bangkok, or at Phuket Island Airport. In either case you have to get to Krabi Town, or Phuket Town, and from there make a transfer, which includes a bus ticket and ferry payment (how to order a transfer in Thailand?) Read more about all this in “How to get to Phi Phi island?”

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