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Island Day Trips & Nature

Phi Phi Islands

Famous turquoise water, dramatic cliffs and tropical beaches.

Drive to pier: ~50 min About 38 km from HKT Boat from Rassada Pier
Drive to pier~50 min
Boat~1 h speedboat, ~2 h ferry
Time neededFull day
Best monthsNov–Apr

About Phi Phi Islands

The Phi Phi Islands are among Thailand's most famous sights: steep limestone cliffs, turquoise lagoons and white-sand beaches in the Andaman Sea, east of Phuket.

Day trips typically visit Phi Phi Don, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave and Maya Bay on Phi Phi Leh. Ferries and speedboats leave from Rassada Pier.

Driving to the pier

Drive south on Route 402 towards Phuket Town and follow the signs east to Rassada Pier.

Rassada Pier
Phuket's main pier for ferries and speedboats to Koh Phi Phi, just east of Phuket Town.
Directions to the pier on OpenStreetMap

Highlights

Maya BayThe bay made famous by the film "The Beach" – visits are managed to protect it, and it can close for recovery.
Pileh LagoonEmerald water enclosed by towering cliffs.
Phi Phi ViewpointA hike above Tonsai Village with a classic view over the twin bays.

Parking

Where to leave the carRassada Pier has paid parking near the terminal. Allow extra time to park in the morning rush.

Tips before you go

Tip

Check Maya Bay status

The bay has seasonal closures – check before you book.

Tip

National park fee

A marine park fee is usually charged on top of the tour price.

Tip

Leave early

Allow for traffic around Phuket Town on the way to the pier.

Opening hours, entry fees and boat schedules change – please check with the site or your operator before you go.

Questions about visiting Phi Phi Islands

Drive to Rassada Pier (~50 min from the airport), park, and join your boat. Drive south on Route 402 towards Phuket Town and follow the signs east to Rassada Pier.

Rassada Pier has paid parking near the terminal. Allow extra time to park in the morning rush.

Check Maya Bay status: The bay has seasonal closures – check before you book.

The main highlights: Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon and Phi Phi Viewpoint. See the highlights above for details.

Time needed: Full day. Add the drive from Phuket Airport – ~50 min each way in light traffic.

Other places in the same area include Racha Islands, Coral Island, Phang Nga Bay – easy to combine on a road trip with your rental car.

Yes – with your own car you can arrive early before the crowds, stay as long as you like and combine it with nearby sights, instead of fitting in with a tour schedule. Leave early: Allow for traffic around Phuket Town on the way to the pier.

Nearby

Combine it with

All places to visit
Racha Islands~50 min Clear water and beautiful beaches popular for swimming and snorkelling. Pier, parking & tips
Coral Island~50 min Easy island escape for beaches, swimming and water activities. Pier, parking & tips
Phang Nga Bay~30 min Limestone cliffs, sea caves and the famous James Bond Island. Pier, parking & tips

Explore Phi Phi Islands at your own pace

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