No matter where you choose to call home while staying on Phi Phi,
consider it a base camp - regardless of how beautiful and perfect.
If you stay at A, you'll want to see B; everyone - from both A and
B - will want to see C. With so many astounding sights packed into
such a relatively small area, afternoon trips away from your resort's
beach are always rewarding.
Wake up, down a big breakfast, and get ready for the action. Today,
you might be checking out the reef gardens on a diving or snorkelling trip. Or rent a canoe and explore the fascinating
coastline. Or grab your rope and climb a rock; many of Phi Phi's
cliffs are scalable. Nearby islands hold secrets; hire a boat and
let a guide reveal them.
Of course, a big part of a Phi Phi holiday is to kick back and
soak in the sights and the sun. A gorgeous beach is never more than
a few steps away, and sometimes even closer. Pack a picnic, join
a game of beach volleyball, and splash in the sea with the kids.
Doing nothing has never been so much fun.
It's kind of obvious but there are some spectacular beaches in
Phi Phi, and if you want one to yourself that can be arranged.
Some are large, many are small, all of them have turquoise water
lapping the shore and colourful fish and coral underwater. Many
people stick to the beach that's closest their hotel however if
you explore a little there are some hidden gems. (Read
more...)
To the uninitiated, Phi Phi's snorkelling is like being on a fantasy
planet. Even the experienced agree - it's good. Really good.
With one of the world's most abundant coral reef systems, the locations
and sights are both plentiful and astounding. (Read
more...)
Diving in the Phi Phi islands is an experience not to be missed!
From shallow sheltered bays to wall and drift dives, there's something
for every level of diver.
Visibility ranges on average from 10-25 metres with weak to moderate
currents. Water temperature remains a fairly constant 27-30C throughout
the year, depths from 10 - 30 metres, and, there's lots of marine
life! (Read more...)
The viewpoint is elevated to 186m, which isn't really that high.
If you're feeling energetic, it's a brisk 20 minute walk and if
not you can have a leisurely 30 minute stroll to the top.
The journey up isn't difficult at all, the path is well trodden
and paved most of the way. There's plenty of places to rest if need
be.
Once you're up there the view will take your breath away, that's
if you have any left! (Read more...)
Kayaking in Phi Phi
Be captain of your own ship (sort of): paddling around Phi Phi
in a two person kayak is a great way to see the island's dramatic
features up close and personal. Join an organized tour or go it
alone - just you, a friend, and nature's many wonders.
You can rent kayaks from most beaches for around 150 baht per hour
(US$ 5, 2007) or 700 baht for the whole day.
Maya Bay has become the main tourist attraction of Phi Phi since
'The Beach' was filmed here in 1999 (see below for more info about
the film). It was always very popular before the film but now people
all around the world who haven't heard of Phi Phi have heard of
Maya Bay.
A stunningly beautiful bay sheltered by 100 odd meter high cliffs
on three sides. Inside there are several beaches, most are tiny
and some only exist at low tide. The main one is around 200m long
with silky soft white sand, underwater colourful coral and fish
live in exceptionally clear water, the whole bay is one big reef.
(Read more...)
Rock Climbing in Phi Phi
Phi Phi might possibly be the best place to learn how to climb,
if not the most scenic. Phi Phi's neighbour, Railay Beach, is renowned
for its climbing scene. But Phi Phi has a modest - though expanding
- collection of bolted routes. And the fact that Railay is more
popular makes Phi Phi that much less crowded.
Less people doesn't mean less experience, however. There isn't
a rock face in the area that the experts at Cat's Climbing
Shop don't know about. They offer instruction for beginners
and advanced (1000/1500 Baht, 4 hours/full day, 2007 prices), and
rent equipment as well. Located in the heart of Tonsai Village.
Cliff Jumping in Phi Phi
Cliff jumping is fairly new to Tonsai Bay. There are cliffs from
6 to 16m that are ideal for cliff jumping due to the depth of water
below.
Cliff jumping forms part of many of the tours advertised by the
the tour shops in Tonsai Village. Included in the price is instruction,
suitable footwear and gloves (for climbing up the rocks).
Boat Tours
There must be a hundred different tours you can do by boat. Snorkeling
here and there, kayaking, cliff jumping, shark watching, sunset
tours plus every combination you can think of.
Add to that the three different choices of boat, longtail, speedboat
and cruiser/ferry, and the tours are usually half day for full day
so you have a multitude of options.
Whichever tour you join you're guaranteed stunning scenery, everywhere
you look is a photo opportunity. |
