Phi Phi island located in Thailand is fortunate to be surrounded by some of the most outstanding reefs and spectacular scenery in the Andaman Sea. Each day tourists are enchanted by the natural beauty and charismatic charm that this tiny island has to offer, protected as a National Marine Park. Phi Phi’s beauty is a large chunk of the allure. The islands, when approached by boat, rise from the sea like a fortress. Sheer cliffs tower overhead, then give way to beach-fronted jungle. It’s love at first sight. The second part of the why-we-love-this-place story is attitude: few places on the planet are this laid-back. Of the two islands, one is completely free of human inhabitants (Phi Phi Lei), and the other is without roads (Phi Phi Don). There’s no schedule, no hustle-and-bustle, no reason to be in a hurry.Activities
Diving and snorkelling top the list of exciting ways to spend a day (or three), and the clear waters around Phi Phi are perfect for checking out the rich marine life. Hire a longtail boat – the beach-to-beach water taxi of choice – and let a local show you the area’s many remote beaches and private coves. Cliff diving, sunbathing, reading, exercising, hiking, rock climbing – the possibilities are plentiful.
Where to stay on Phi Phi Island
Bungalows are the accommodation of choice on Phi Phi. The place is very kind to budget-minded backpackers, but there are a few havens of luxury for those who wish to experience paradise in style. For those who aren’t carrying all their worldly possessions on their back, the quiet northern tip of Phi Phi Don offers excellent accommodation.
