Travel guide

Koh Phi Phi

The Beach island of legend

🗓️ Best time: November–March💰 Mid-Range · ~$90/day📍 Thailand

🏨 Find hotels ✈️ Search flights 🎫 Tours & activities

About Koh Phi Phi

A pair of jungle-cliffed islands made famous by Leonardo DiCaprio's "The Beach" — Maya Bay's turquoise lagoon, sunrise viewpoints, and full-moon parties on Loh Dalum.

⭐ Things to do in Koh Phi Phi

Maya Bay (closed periodically — check)Phi Phi Viewpoint hikeLong-tail boat island tourBamboo Island snorkelMonkey BeachLong Beach (quieter)Phi Phi Viewpoint at sunrise (no crowds)Nui Beach (snorkeling)

🍽️ What to eat in Koh Phi Phi

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Thai green curryFresh seafood BBQPad see ewMango shakes

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

No cars on the island — walk or long-tail boat.

💡 Local tip

Stay 1 night — day-trippers leave by 4pm and the island calms down.

🛡️ Safety

Generally safe. Watch for tourist scams in Bangkok and Phuket.

🌙 Nightlife

Slinky Beach Bar fire shows; Carlito's reggae bar.