Phi Phi Islands
The Phi Phi Islands are considered the pearl of Thailand. Here you can see snow-white beaches, azure water merging somewhere near the horizon with a piercingly clear sky, tropical plants bordering a strip of sand, limestone cliffs standing guard over peace and tranquility. The islands consist of two main ones (Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Le) and 4 tiny islands. The film "The Beach" starring Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio was filmed here.
General information
The Phi Phi Islands consist of 6 land areas, the largest of which are the South and North. The latter is the only inhabited island, providing modern delights for tourists. The rest are intended for diving, snorkeling, and serenely lying on the sand in the best traditions of Bounty advertising.
But even the tourist-developed North Island will delight travelers with a small number of people; For active travelers it is too quiet and peaceful here. Although here you can count on noisy discos, fire shows, and dancing in knee-deep water. You can come to the Phi Phi Islands for your entire vacation or spend a day or two on the cozy islands, relaxing from the hustle and bustle of the big resorts.
Recommendations for tourists
The best thing to do on the Phi Phi Islands is to do nothing, allowing the sun's rays and a light breeze to caress the skin, and the sea water to wash away all troubles and worries. For those who want more energetic movements, boat trips and scuba diving are suitable ─ especially What to see in the Andaman Sea there is a lot to see. The water is home to colorful fish, sea turtles, stingrays, blacktip sharks, and barracudas. All of them have long been accustomed to people and do not attack swimmers of the Phi Phi Islands.
There are small diving centers on every island of the archipelago, so you can get equipment and hire an instructor without any hassle. In the clearest waters, both beginners who see scuba gear for the first time and experienced divers feel equally at home. For those who are afraid of diving, boats with transparent bottoms ply between the islands, so you can admire the marine life in the most comfortable conditions. Lovers of heights can explore the archipelago from a bird's eye view by climbing to the observation deck or going rock climbing. Connoisseurs of cultural recreation will enjoy the Marine National Park of Thailand, located on the most impressive island. A huge number of cafes and restaurants offer a choice of local and European cuisine, so no one has ever managed to go hungry here.
When is the best time to go
Phi Phi Islands, a corner of eternal summer, enjoys good weather throughout the calendar year. The largest influx of tourists occurs in the winter months, when the weather on the islands is comfortable. At this time (November-April) prices are at their highest.
The rainy season begins in May, and by June it intensifies to the point of downpours. At the same time, the temperature remains at 30 degrees; in conditions of high humidity it is perceived as quite uncomfortable. But strong winds turn the islands into a paradise for surfers who try to come here at this time of year.
