What is Koh Phi Phi known for?

Koh Phi Phi, an island off Thailand’s Andaman Coast, is most famous for being the setting of the Leonardo DiCaprio movie The Beach. Most people come to the Phi Phi islands expecting a pristine island paradise. Unfortunately, they’re often met with a rude awakening upon arrival. Koh Phi Phi is not paradise.

Are there cars on Koh Phi Phi?

Despite Koh Phi Phi’s small size – there are no cars or roads here – there’s still plenty of things to see and do to keep you busy.

Are there snakes on Phi Phi Island?

When you think of dangerous islands, you might think of earthquake-prone and poverty-stricken Haiti. Or maybe it’s Australia, with its deadly spiders and snakes. Ko Phi Phi is one of Thailand’s most famous islands. It’s one of the biggest tourist destinations in the country and is where the movie The Beach was filmed.

Are there sharks in Phi Phi Island?

Blacktip reef sharks are the most common species in the shallow waters around Koh Phi Phi, measuring around 1 meter in length.

What animals live in Phi Phi Island?

Phi Phi Island Marine Life

• Leopard Shark (Stegostoma fasciatum) Sleeping Leopard Shark.
• Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) Turtle drifting by.
• Anemone Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) Found Nemo 😉
• Giant Moray Eel (Gymnothorax javanicus) Smile for the Camera.
• Blacktip Reef Sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus)

What does Phi Phi mean in Thai?

It is believed that this province may have taken its name from Krabi, which means ‘sword’. This may come from a legend that an ancient sword was unearthed prior to the city’s founding. The name Phi Phi (pronounced “phi-phi”) originates from Malay.

Does Phi Phi Island have an airport?

Flights To Koh Phi Phi. There is no airport on Koh Phi Phi. The nearest airports are Krabi Airport and Phuket Airport. You will then need to get transport from the airport to the pier and a ferry from the pier to Koh Phi Phi.

How many people died in Koh Phi Phi Tsunami?

Around 4,000 people are believed to have died on Phi Phi, though the numbers will never be known. It was here that three of the four Irish victims of the tsunami died.

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Why go to Koh Phi Phi?

Whilst they might not be for everyone, one of the reasons why people come to the island of Koh Phi Phi is for its legendary parties. However you like to party, you’ll find it here.

Where to see monkeys in Koh Phi Phi Don?

On the southern part of Koh Phi Phi Don is a place called “Monkey Beach” – attraction number 5. Nothing really spectacular, unless you have never seen these naughty Southeast Asian monkeys before. They even sell half day kayak tours on Phi Phi Don where you can feed the animals.

What is there to do in Phi Phi Phi Island?

Koh Phi Phi is a gateway to a world of fun things to do. One very popular activity is diving. The are plenty of dive shops on the island, featuring staff from all over the world, so there’s a good chance you’ll find someone who speaks your language.