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Things to Do in Phi Phi Island

Koh Phi Phi Leh, a mesmerizing island in Thailand, is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and azure waters. Home to iconic Maya Bay, made famous by the film "The Beach," it entices travelers with its pristine beaches and towering limestone cliffs. Snorkeling in its vibrant coral reefs, exploring hidden coves like Loh Samah Bay, and soaking in the tranquility of Pileh Lagoon make it an unforgettable tropical getaway.

Loh Samah Bay is separated from the Maya Bay by a limestone cliff and there is a tiny hole offering visitors access to the bay during low tide. A wooden staircase constructed on the side-facing Maya Bay offers unobstructed mesmerizing views of the bay and the islet.The picturesque Loh Samah Bay makes for an excellent diving and snorkeling destination for tourists on a trip to Thailand. The bay features a depth between 5 and 20 meters and offers an amazing visibility ranging from 5 to 15 meters. Diving is primarily done on the small island lying at the entrance of this bay.The islet is flanked by 8 to 20 meters tall walls that are shrouded completely with shellfish and soft and hard corals. This is the place where you can find a host of colourful fish, parrots, and scorpions. With a number of yellow and blue fish living a little below the surface of the water, Loh Samah Bay offers an unmatched snorkelling opportunity.Packed with light reflecting crustaceans on the seabed, Loh Samah Bay also makes for one of the top-rated night snorkeling sites in Phi Phi. Visitors can rent a long-tail boat and tour the bay, jumping off into the water to snorkel and dive at the most suitable places.There are also a myriad of amazing places to stay and eat near Loh Samah Bay, letting globetrotters enjoy a comfortable and convenient day out to the bay.

Located about 38 km southwest of Krabi islands, Ko Phi Phi Don is a quintessential Thai beachscape which welcomes you with its unbound natural setting, great seafood, electric nightlife and a wealth of adventure activities. It is believed that this area houses one of the oldest Thai communities that date back to prehistoric times. Ko Phi Phi Don is the largest island of the archipelago Ko Phi Phi which was inhabited by Muslim fishermen during the 1940s. Sea gypsies, labourers and migrant workers from Thailand’s north-eastern coast, China and Myanmar add to the cultural and social diversity of the island.The island boasts of emerald green waters, exotic tropical forest, thriving marine life and sand white palm fringed beaches. Many of the islands in the archipelago are just limestone rocks jutting out of the ocean floor where there is no sign of human settlement and have to go only for a sojourn by speed boats or ferries. The unspoilt beauty of nature makes the islands look no less than a slice of paradise on earth.There are luxury hotels and resorts located in the remote areas of the island where solitude seekers visit for a secluded hideout during their trip to Thailand at Ko Phi Phi Don. The properties are well appointed with luxury amenities, great food, night party and beautiful views of the forest and sea. From budget to boutique hotels, you can get accommodation in this beautiful island as per your budget.Ko Phi Phi Don is blessed with some of the best diving sites of Thailand and a favourite of adventure buffs. Under the guidance of a professional trainer, you can get to explore the exotic marine life by diving in the crystal waters of the Andaman Sea. In a long tail boat ride, you can visit places like the Viking Caves or Monkey Island for a day trip. Start preparing your itinerary and get set go for your dream vacation in the tropical paradise of Asia.