About Koh Phi Phi
Phi Phi Islands... have long been popular with travellers because of their fabulous beaches, crystal clear waters and spectacular limestone landscapes.
Scuba diving and snorkelling are the main attractions, but the range of activities and accommodation has grown over the last few years.
Hiking, climbing, sea kayaking, parasailing, waterskiing, sightseeing, snorkelling, yachting, cuisine, fishing, sun bathing, reading, relaxing and eating... With so much to see and do, it's no wonder people keep coming back year after year.
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The Two Islands of Koh Phi Phi
Phi Phi Don
The larger of the two islands, is shaped like a figure eight and linked by a delicate chain of golden sand.
Here stands the island's original Muslim fishing village, Baan Tonsai, now engulfed by the ever-expanding centre of bungalows, cafes and hotels.
A pleasant one hour coastal walk from Baan Tonsai will lead you to Had Yao - Long Beach, with tantalising white sands, vibrant offshore marine life and unhindered views of the spectacular cliffs of Phi Phi Leh, four kilometres to the south. You'll also enjoy climbing the steep trails on Phi Phi Don's two massifs - View Point, where you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the island.
 Superb coral beds at Hin Pae off Had Yao, provide some of the best snorkelling in Thailand, and a great chance to sea BlackTip sharks feeding early in the morning.
Phi Phi Leh
Unlike Phi Phi Don, Phi Phi Leh remains uninhabited and unspoilt. Boats from Phi Phi Don bring visitors on day trips to see "The Beach" - Maya Bay, Pileh Bay, Loh Samah Bay, and paintings in Viking Cave. Another feature of the cave is the edible swiftlet nests which are used to make birds' nest soup. Agile collectors climb rickety bamboo scaffolding to reach the nests, which are so valuable that the caves are protected by armed guards. In a bid to halt the illegal trade of the nests, staying overnight on the island is prohibited.
Scuba Diving at Phi Phi Leh is also very popular.
Climate
Koh Phi Phi's climate is tropical and warm throughout the year. The northeast monsoon from November into March is wonderful, with breezy clear days and fragrant cool nights. From November to April, Phi Phi Island has 26 sunny days per month.
 The southwest monsoon, from May to October, brings rain and winds to the west coast of southern Thailand, but there are still 20 sunny days per month. Most often it's only a cool, late afternoon shower, but there can be rainy days on Koh Phi Phi. Seas can be quite rough during this season and swimmers should be careful.
There are two very hot periods of weather on Phi Phi Island, the first between April and May when the average temperatures range from 30 to 36ºC and only the occasional tropical thunderstorm brings relief from the heat. It is also very hot between September and October but the frequent rainfall has a wonderful cooling effect.
Tourist High Season is from November to April. However, it's best to avoid December and January if possible, as this is Peak Season, when accommodation can be hard to find and is expensive, particularly around Christmas and New Year, and Phi Phi's dive sites are very crowded.
Whether you are coming to Thailand for diving or not, we recommend you try to come from February to April. There are less tourists here, accommodation is much better value-for-money, the weather is at its best, and the seas their calmest. The dive sites around Phi Phi and Hin Daeng are less crowded, and its your optimum time to see something special, as it's whale shark and manta ray season.
Accommodation
Whatever budget you're travelling on you can be sure to find a suitable place to stay. Koh Phi Phi has everything from simple beach huts on Long Beach to luxurious air-conditioned hotel rooms. But beware in high season - accommodation can get fully booked, so try to book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Entertainment & Nightlife
There are several lively disco bars in Ton Sai village, and 
although there are no cinemas there are several places showing
video movies all day and night. At Carlito's´ bar you can
listen to music sitting with your feet in the sand drinking a
cold beer or cocktail, and later on, move to the Reggae Bar, Apache Bar or
Tin-Tins to dance until dawn.
If you're looking for a more tranquil setting or a touch more sophistication, try the Jungle Bar, just before Phi Phi Cabana.
Dining Out
Phi Phi Island has numerous restaurants to choose from. Whether you prefer Italian pizza or pasta, German schnitzel, or traditional Thai food you'll find the cuisine you prefer. Koh Phi Phi also has two bakeries with all sorts of cakes and other mouth-watering savouries.
Getting There
Phi Phi island is located in Krabi Province at the southern edge of Phang Nga Bay, 48km from Phuket Island and 40km from Krabi. Both provinces have international airports but since the volume of tourism in Phuket is so much higher, getting to Phuket by aircraft is a lot easier. Phi Phi island can then be reached by boats from Phuket or Ao Nang in Krabi - both are a pleasant one or two hours ride.
Gateways
Phuket International Airport has direct flights to/from Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Bangkok - Thailand.
Interested?
Are you interested? If you're keen to discover the cyan-crystal waters and
snow-powder shores of Koh Phi Phi, made famous in the Leonardo
Di Caprio movie, “The Beach”,
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Be sure to book up in plenty of time to avoid limited choice! The best diving opportunities are booked by repeat customers who book well in advance to ensure their reservation!
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