In the Andaman Sea of Thailand, lies the Phi Phi Islands, a tropical utopia of stunning archipelagos, breathtaking views of crystal clear waters, and the perfect tourist destination. To discover the enthralling view of Phi Phi islands, thousands of people set out to delight in the islands or embrace the bliss those divinely beautiful islands offer.
The crystal clear water, vibrant marine life, and eye-soothing beaches make this island unique and loveable to visitors. These islands are nearly forty kilometers South of Krabi, Thailand. The most convenient way to access Phi Phi island is by ferry from Phuket or Krabi. Choosing this route will allow travelers to explore the Andaman Sea region more. The best time for visiting this island is around November to April as the favorable dry weather conditions make it more charismatic for the tourists to enjoy every bit of its mesmerizing beauty.
Here are some of the main attractions of the Phi Phi archipelago which has always been on the priority list of tourists.
Maya Bay:
The most iconic spot of the archipelago is Maya Bay. The mesmerizing turquoise water, gigantic limestone cliffs, and soft white sand make this bay splendid. Due to over-tourism, the marine ecosystem of this divinely beautiful bay has greatly suffered. This is why, several restrictions have been put for the visitors.
Pileh Lagoon:
Pileh Bay is another key attraction of Phi Phi island. This bay is surrounded by lush vegetation and emerald water, perfect for swimming. Despite not having much coral life in this bay, you may still get to see some colorful fish!
Monkey Bay:
Being on the southwestern coast of Phi Phi Don Island, Monkey Bay is surrounded by limestone cliffs. The star attraction of this bay is hordes of monkeys that live along the cliffs or trees. Visitors can witness the movement of monkeys in between trees or cliffs. This place offers a splendid crystal view of water and cliffs. Tourists can enjoy swimming, and snorkeling in this bay.
Bamboo Island:
The name “Bamboo Island” as it sounds, comes from the bamboo-covered periphery of the island. This island is known as “Koh Mai Phai” in the local dialect where the term ‘Phai” translates to Bamboo in Thai. This island is famous to tourists not only because of its eternal beauty but also for its diverse wildlife. Because of being rich in marine biodiversity, it’s an excellent spot for snorkeling. Those who want to go camping can easily rent tents on the bamboo island to enjoy the beauty of sunrises and sunsets. Tourists can reach this idyllic spot by long-tail boats which are easily available there.
Precautions:
Tourists should come to the islands with insect repellent and sunscreen to be protected.
Not all the areas of the islands are convenient for swimming and tourists must avoid dangerous places while swimming.
As the islands are not vast in size, it is convenient to carry minimal luggage.
Be kind to nature and avoid cluttering all the garbage on the islands.
During peak times, tourists should book their accommodation early.
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