Koh Phi Phi
The Beach made it famous — the views keep you coming back
About Koh Phi Phi
Koh Phi Phi is pure tropical postcard. Twin bays connected by a narrow isthmus, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and crystal-clear water. Yes, it's touristy. Yes, it's worth it. The famous Maya Bay (The Beach filming location) reopened with strict visitor limits, and the rest of the island delivers jaw-dropping scenery at every turn.
Watch Before You Go
Koh Phi Phi On Two Budgets — Thailand's BEST Island (Paddy Doyle)
The ULTIMATE Koh Phi Phi Travel Guide
Best Beach in the World — Maya Bay
Price Breakdown
| Category | Budget | Mid-Range | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | ฿500 | ฿1,800 | ฿5,000 |
| Food & Drink | ฿400 | ฿700 | ฿1,200 |
| Transport | ฿200 | ฿400 | ฿800 |
| Activities | ฿400 | ฿600 | ฿1,000 |
| Total / day | ฿1,500 | ฿3,500 | ฿8,000 |
Where to Stay
2 areas in Koh Phi Phi — each with a different vibe and price range
Tonsai Village
The narrow isthmus between two bays. Every shop, bar, and restaurant crammed into car-free alleys. Loud at night. Book a hotel at the edges for less noise, center for more fun.
฿500–3,000/night
Long Beach
A short longtail ride from Tonsai. Clearer water, better snorkeling, way quieter. Limited restaurants so you'll eat at your resort. The escape from the party island.
฿1,000–5,000/night
Things to Do
via GetYourGuideMore Activities & Prices
Maya Bay visit
National park fee ฿400. Max 375 visitors at a time — go early morning.
Book on GetYourGuide →PADI Open Water course
฿12,000–16,000. More expensive than Koh Tao.
Viewpoint hike
Free, 20-min climb. Best at sunrise.
Monkey Beach kayak
Rent kayak at Ton Sai, paddle 20 min
Night dive or snorkel
See bioluminescent plankton
Tourist Traps to Skip
- ×Viking Cave — overhyped, not worth the boat trip. You can barely see inside.
- ×Main village hotels — loud music until 2am, pay more for no sleep.
- ×Jet ski rental — scam-prone, overpriced, and dangerous in crowded bays.
How to Get There
Local Tips
Book accommodation 2+ weeks ahead in high season (Dec-Jan) — it sells out fast.
Bring cash — ATMs charge ฿220 fee and many places are cash-only.
Ton Sai = party vibes with bucket drinks. Long Beach = quieter and cleaner.
Last ferry to Phuket/Krabi is around 3:30pm — don't miss it or you're stuck.
Maya Bay closes at 2pm daily for environmental conservation.
Mosquito repellent is essential — dengue cases spike in rainy season.
Pack light — you carry your bags from the pier to your hotel (no cars on island).
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