When you read about Phi Phi islands words like picturesque, stunning and magical are all thrown around liberally, but truthfully, none of these really do it justice. Phi Phi is paradise on Earth. As you can imagine, with such incredible beauty, Phi Phi has become a wildly popular travel destination, so expect it to be busy. Of the six islands that make up Phi Phi, Phi Phi Don is the only inhabited island – this is where you will find all of the accommodation and amenities as well as Tonsai Village, the bustling heart of the island. If you’re arriving by longtail or ferry, you’ll arrive in Tonsai Bay. From there, it’s up to you to decide what to do next. Set out to explore Nui Beach, a gorgeous cove ideal for snorkelling, wander around the charming village chatting with locals or jump on a longtail to find Viking Cave on Koh Phi Phi Leh or out to Bamboo Island (also known as Ko Mai Phai). If you’re doing a day trip to Phi Phi, it’s likely you will also stop at the magnificent Maya Bay, which was made famous by the Leonardo DiCaprio flick The Beach. Closed to tourists for almost four years, Maya Bay opened again in 2022, but there are rules for tourists, so be sure to listen to the local guides. Paradise is calling. Will you answer it?
- How many days are enough for Phi Phi Island?
Many travellers come for the day, which obviously puts things on a pretty strict time schedule. If you’re looking to really enjoy the island, two to three days would be ideal. If you plan to do some diving or island hopping, consider another couple of days.
- Can you walk around Phi Phi Island?
On Phi Phi, there’s only three modes of transport – walking, longtail boat or bicycle. Generally everywhere is accessible by foot.
- Can you swim in Phi Phi Island?
Absolutely! There are plenty of beaches surrounding Phi Phi where you can swim and snorkel. The only place you wouldn’t want to swim is Tonsai Bay as it’s a port for the boats coming and going.
- What to take on holiday to Phi Phi Island?
A pair of reef shoes would be ideal if you plan to climb across rocks as some of them can be razor sharp. Otherwise, swimmers, comfortable shoes and casual clothes would be sufficient.
- When is the best time to visit Phi Phi Island?
The peak tourist season in Phi Phi is between November and April. The weather is generally pretty pleasant although the summer season spans from January to April – expect it to be hot and busy.
- Where to go on holiday in Phi Phi Island?
It depends how long you have. If you are on a day trip, head up to Phi Phi Viewpoint for a stunning view of the island and explore the main village before finding a patch of sand with your name on it. If you have more time, visit Maya Bay, Bamboo Island and Viking Cave on Koh Phi Phi Leh.
- What is there to do in Phi Phi Island?
Get your daily step count by heading up to Phi Phi Viewpoint, chat with friendly locals in Tonsai Village, get a massage, take a cooking class, go fishing, cliff jump (through an organised tour), island hop, snorkel – for a tiny island, there’s actually an extraordinary amount of ways to fill your days.
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