Islands in Krabi, Thailand
Koh Phi Phi
Small, car-free island group of dramatic cliffs, snorkeling and a loud party scene. Great for a few days; expensive for what you get and no place for long stays.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,490–2,380Comfortable, one person · ฿50,000–80,000Details
- Value for money45/100Better value than 44% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goNov–MarWarmest: Apr, 30°CDetails
- Internet299 MbpsFixed broadband, Thailand medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledIsland tap water is not drinkable; buy bottled water or refill.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$24–75Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundLongtail boatVery walkableDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards in larger hotels and restaurants; cash needed for small shops, boat rides and many guesthouses.Details
Where to stay in Koh Phi Phi
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Tonsai Village | Ferry pier, restaurants, bars and the party strip |
| Long Beach (Hat Yao) | Quieter beach resorts away from the nightlife |
| Loh Bagao | Remote, calm bay with a few resorts |
Apps that work in Koh Phi Phi
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: LINE
- 12Go: Buses, trains and ferries between towns
- IQAir AirVisual: Checking smoke levels in burning season
- Taxis: No ride apps. Use longtail boats from Tonsai pier; agree price first, and expect higher fares at night.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Thailand.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards in larger hotels and restaurants; cash needed for small shops, boat rides and many guesthouses. ATMs in the village run out in busy season.
- Currency: Baht (THB). US$1 ≈ ฿33.56 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Thai ATMs charge foreign cards about 220 THB per withdrawal; limits usually 20,000–30,000 THB, so withdraw larger amounts.
- Tipping: Not expected; round up or leave 20–100 THB for good service. Upmarket restaurants add 10% service charge plus 7% VAT.
- Paying by phone: Apple and Google Pay work at contactless terminals; Thai QR (PromptPay) works with some linked Asian bank apps.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Fill in the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within 72 hours before arrival; paid look-alike sites are scams.
- Officers may ask for an onward ticket, accommodation details and proof of funds (20,000 THB per person); rarely checked, but enforced at times.
- In May 2026 the cabinet approved shortening visa-free stays; check the current permitted length before booking a long trip.
Emergency numbers
Police 191 · Ambulance 1669 · Fire 199 · Tourist police 1155
Plugs
Type A, B, C, O · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
AIS, True and dtac airport counters sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs, roughly 300–600 THB for 8–15 days; passport required. eSIMs work for visitors.
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