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Phi Phi Islands

Dramatic limestone islands, Maya Bay and clear water between Phuket and Krabi.

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Transport

Phuket Bus Terminal 2 (mainland)

Mainland · Phuket

Main terminal for VIP coaches; ferries continue from Rassada pier.

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Map locations are approximate. Nearby excursions are labelled; check venue access, opening days and sea conditions before visiting.

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Top 10 attractions in Phi Phi Islands

  1. Maya Bay

    The famous bay on Phi Phi Leh; swimming not allowed, visits are regulated.

  2. Pileh Lagoon

    An emerald lagoon surrounded by cliffs.

  3. A hike to views of the twin bays.

  4. Long Beach

    A beach with snorkelling nearby.

  5. Monkey Beach

    A small beach; do not feed the monkeys.

  6. Bamboo Island

    A white-sand island north of Phi Phi Don.

  7. Loh Dalum Bay

    A calm bay with sunset bars.

  8. Viking Cave

    A cave where swiftlet nests are harvested (view from boat).

  9. Shark Point

    A snorkelling spot where reef sharks may be seen.

  10. Diving trips

    Dive sites around the islands.

Heritage & traditions

Top 10 culture in Phi Phi Islands

  1. A traditional bird’s-nest harvest.

  2. Communities at Laem Tong and Ton Sai.

  3. Ton Sai Mosque

    The village mosque.

  4. Tsunami memorial

    A memorial for 2004 victims.

  5. Boats are the main island transport.

  6. Southern seafood

    Grilled seafood and curries.

  7. Roti stalls

    Popular evening snacks.

  8. Fire shows

    Evening beach performances.

  9. Reef restoration

    Local coral protection work.

  10. The bay was closed to let the ecosystem recover.

Geography

Island group

Phi Phi Don is inhabited; Phi Phi Leh is a protected national park island.

Weather

Best from November to April; rougher seas from May to October.

Culture & heritage

Island village

Ton Sai and Laem Tong have Muslim fishing communities; dress modestly away from beaches.

Protect the reef

Do not touch or stand on coral, use reef-safe sunscreen and take rubbish back with you.

City life: bars & restaurants

Bars & nightlife

Loh Dalum beach bars and fire shows are lively at night.

Restaurants

Seafood and international food in Ton Sai village.

To, from & around Phi Phi Islands

To & from Phi Phi

Ferries from Phuket (Rassada) and Krabi (Klong Jilad) take about 1.5–2 hours. A park fee is charged on arrival.

Getting around

No cars on Phi Phi Don: walk or take longtail boats.