Ko Lipe is a remote island located in the south of Thailand, 20 km from the border with Malaysia. Washed by the waters of the Andaman Sea as part of the Adang Ravi archipelago, it is no longer a wild island, but an actively developing world resort.
Today, the island is included in the largest marine national park Tarutao in all of Southeast Asia. Distance from the mainland 70 km. Quantity local residents hardly more than 800 people, these are sea gypsies, Chao Lei (Chao Lei) or Urak Lawoi (Urak Lavoy), who came to Thailand on the island of Lipa, from Malaysia, about 100 years ago.
Ko Lipe on Thailand map
Very often the name of the island is interpreted in different ways: Koh Lipe, Koh Lipe, Koh Lipe and Koh Lipei. At the beginning of the new century, since the 2000s, with the development of low-cost air travel and sea traffic, the island of Ko Lipe has turned into a truly popular tourist center, and is also one of the protected islands where tourists who visit Thailand can freely rest.
As for the island as a whole, activity usually dies down there closer to midnight. The main entertainment in Ko Lipe: trips to the islands of the Tarutao National Park, diving, snorkeling, sea activities, fishing and of course beach holidays.
It is worth considering that previously there were no ATMs on the island, but now you can find ATMs on the street, next to the 7/11 supermarket, as for exchangers, they are located almost at every step, but the rate is extremely unprofitable.
Take care of this in advance, having previously exchanged currency, for example, in Bangkok.
The prices for food and drinks in shops, bars, restaurants are absolutely democratic. Finding a restaurant where the cost of food will be very affordable, below 100 baht, is not difficult, most are located directly on the beaches. In the stalls and shops of the island, the prices do not differ from the mainland ones, within the limits of the prices of the 7/11 chain of stores.
How to get to the island
There is no airport on the island, the closest is Hat Yai. Several airlines operate from Suvarnabhumi: Nok Air, Tiger Air and Air Asia. Tickets from 1200 baht.
Transport routes
Arriving at Hat Yai airport, you can use the transfer service to the island, which includes a minivan ride to Pakbara pier, then by boat to Ko Lipe island. The cost of providing services is 800 baht per person. Travel time is 1.5-2 hours from the airport to Pakbara pier, and approximately 2 hours to Koh Lipe island.
You can take a bus from the bus station in Sai Tai Mai (Southern Bus Terminal) to Hat Yai. Tickets can be purchased at the terminal building. Travel time Bangkok - Hat Yai, 10 - 11 hours. The cost of tickets depends on the class, from 700 baht per seat in an air-conditioned bus.
From Phuket, Krabi and other resorts can be reached by ship. The main carrier is Tigerline Travel. They provide good, fast boats.
Estimated cost of providing Tigerline Travel services:
- From the resorts of Phuket, Phi Phi, Ko Lanta from 1500 - 2000 baht;
- From the resorts of Ngai, Kradan and Ko Muk from 1000 - 1500 baht;
- From Hat Yao Pier in Trang, approximately 750 baht.
Please note, the high season is October - April. The rest of the time, ships to the island go much less often.
Transport
In general, the island is small, it is quite possible to get around it on foot in a couple of hours. So public transport missing. There are few cars on the island, mostly used as freight transport.
Local taxi.
But at any time you can use the services of local taxis (TAXI) - a motorcycle with a sidecar that ply around the island, delivering tourists from the beach to the beach.
Taxi prices.
You can rent a bike for 200 baht per day. Quite a popular means of transportation - boats are also the main link with neighboring uninhabited islands. You can rent them on the shore.
Weather
The resort has a tropical climate. The year is conventionally divided into two seasons, the first of which is dry, the second is damp. From May to the end of November, the low, aka wet season, lasts. At this time, the weather on the islands is rather gloomy, it often rains. The second season is dry with little rainfall. It is this season that most tourists choose for a trip to Thailand. At this time, the sea is calm enough, the weather is not too hot, and beautiful photos are obtained against the background of blooming nature.
Lodging
The island has a decent selection of accommodations. You can stay in a bungalow, rent an apartment or rent a hotel room, costing from 500 baht, see the photo below. Rooms and bungalows with air conditioning and hot water on average - 1000 - 1200 baht per day. There are enough such offers even during peak season, on the beaches: Sunrise, Sunset, Pattaya and the central part of the island.
Prices for hotels in Ko Lipe vary depending on comfort and season. In order to get a good accommodation, it is better to decide the issue with him in advance by booking a room or bungalow a month before your trip. Because, as a rule, by the high season, prices rise significantly by 1.5 - 2 times. On average, a night stay in a decent hotel, in high season, will range from 1,500 to 2,000 baht.
Map of hotels in Koh Lipe
In addition to the fact that you can stay in hotels for a period of rest, local hotels, as a rule, offer a number of additional services. One of the most budget-friendly options for a traveler is a tent. There are campsites on the island, mainly at Sunset Beach.
Beaches
The resort island consists of four major beaches: Pattaya, Karma, Sunset and Sunrise. All beaches are connected by small paths through which you can quickly get from one place to another. Small and secluded beaches of the island: Sanom Beach and Bila Beach.
The main beach is Pattaya Beach. Located in the southern part of the island, it is the most popular among tourists, it resembles a small horseshoe in shape. The coast along its entire length is covered with fine white sand, the sea is calm.
On the busy Walking Street, not to be confused with the street of the same name in Pattaya, which Thailand is so famous for, there are many cafes, bars and restaurants with various cuisines.
Walking Street in Koh Lipe.
Many establishments have the Internet, and you can also pay by card.
Sunrise Beach, as its name implies, is best suited to meet the sunrises; you can often find similar photos on the Internet. In addition, the clear water makes it almost ideal for snorkelling and diving.
There are budget and luxury luxury hotels on the beach.
Sunset Beach is a cozy bay where you can take great photos of sunsets and have a great rest with your loved one. The coast is quiet and peaceful, and quite interesting exotic restaurants are located on its territory.
The last of the major beaches on the island is Karma. In fact, this is just a continuation of the previous beach, which stretches far to the north. Calm sea - you can swim with children, quiet cozy atmosphere and the best panorama on the whole island, against which you can take great photos.
The infrastructure of the beaches is constantly being improved, good hotels have been built, the Internet has been installed. You can buy fresh food right on the beaches. However, at the same time, you will not find a wide variety of products. Try different, which the country is so famous for.
Ko Lipe is one of the best places for the holiday that Thailand gave the world. Good conditions for relaxation and beautiful landscapes are well suited for taking the best photos to commemorate a holiday in paradise.
How to get to Ko Lipe from Bangkok is a popular question among independent travelers. The tropical island of Lipa, located in the southwest of Thailand, is not only a piece of paradise, but also a unique place in this country. The fact is that this island is a protected area with unique flora and fauna. Many tourists who come to Thailand on vacation or to live in this country are sure to try to get here. Consider how to get to Koh Lipe from the northeastern resorts or from the capital of the state, Bangkok.
To get to Ko Lipe from Bangkok, you need to split your trip in several stages. The first is a flight by plane, bus or train. The second is a trip to the pier and the third is a trip by ferry or speed boat.
How to get to Ko Lipe by plane
You can get to Ko Lipe from Bangkok by plane. More precisely, to get to the cities nearby to the pier.
From Bangkok by plane you can, which is located at a considerable distance from the coastline, but here is the airport closest to the island.
The service is carried out by low-cost airlines Nok Air and Air Asia. Ticket prices are very varied, depending on the season. Prices start at 1200 THB.
In addition, to get to Ko Lipe from Bangkok, you can. It is a little closer to fly to it and it is located directly on the coastline, but it will take much longer to get by water, more expensive and with a transfer.
Koh Lipe, Thailand: how to get there by train
If the cost of a plane ticket seems very expensive to you, or for some reason, you would like to take a ride around Thailand and look at it from the window land transport then you can get to Ko Lipe from Bangkok by train.
You can get on the train from Bangkok to Hat Yai on the central railway. e. Lampong Railway station. The train schedule can be viewed on the station's website, and tickets can be bought directly from it. The cost of tickets is divided into three classes and is 200 baht - 3 class, 500 baht - 2 class and 800 baht - 1 class. Trains run around 17 hours, but if you take the evening train, you can arrive in Hat Yai early in the morning.
How to get to Koh Lipe from Bangkok by bus
Another option for getting to Ko Lipe from Bangkok is by bus. Buses to Hat Yai City depart from Bangkok's Sai Tai Bus Terminal. The cost of tickets depends on the class of the bus, the most expensive tickets for a seat with air conditioning will be about 700 baht. Travel time is slightly less than by train and is 13 hours. Most buses run in this direction at night and leave in the evening.
Koh Lipe island: how to get there on your own by transfer and ferry
At the airport or at the bus station in Hat Yai, you can buy tickets for the transfer minibus. It will take you directly to the pier in Pak Barra town to reach Ko Lipe on your own. This is very convenient, since you do not have to stand separately in line at the pier a second time, just go on board with the group. The trip by minibus to the pier will take 1.5-2 hours and the same by sea. The cost of such a ticket for two types of transport is about 700 baht.
Also, to get to Ko Lipe from Bangkok, you can take a taxi for about 1,500 baht and buy ferry tickets yourself for 400 baht. The last ferry departs around 15.00 in the afternoon. So if you do not want to lose a precious day by spending it on the pier, then you should plan your route so that you arrive in the city no later than noon.
From Trang the situation is similar, but since it is right on the coastline, the transfer to the pier takes less time, but the cost of ferry tickets is much more expensive and the distance on the way is longer.
By speed boat
The connection to Lipa Island is also carried out by speed boats by Bandhai and Satun Pak Barra companies. The cost of such a trip will be about 1,500 baht, but the travel time is almost halved. Boats leave as soon as they fill up and if you have significant funds, then this can be a second option if you did not catch the ferry in time.
How to get to Koh Lipe from Phuket and Krabi
A few words about Ko Lipe, how to get from Phuket, Krabi and other resorts. You can also get to Lipa Island from other provinces of Thailand on your own. Tours to Ko Lipe are organized from major resorts. You can buy tickets at a travel agency on the street. This will be the easiest option.
These are all the ways how to get to Koh Lipe from Bangkok, Krabi and Phuket.
Yesterday at 8 am we left the house and by lunchtime we were in Krabi. We settled in a guest house in the town and, without wasting time for a shower and changing clothes, immediately went to Ao-Nang. We walked along familiar streets, looked into the condo where we used to live, and met the readers in the evening. Closer to the night in the town we met with friends from Hua Hin. And this morning everyone started together on Koh Lipe.
How to get from Phuket to Koh Lipe
Rassada pier in Phuket is located near Phuket Town. One of the pink city buses goes there. But since the departure time is at 8 am, the easiest way is to take a taxi from your hotel in Phuket or from the bus station in the town. You can order a taxi to Rassada pier via the Internet by this link.
From Phuket to Ko Lipe by plane
Another convenient option. From Phuket, you can take a direct Bangkok Airways flight to Hat Yai, and from there take a minibus to Pak Bara pier, then a speed boat to Ko Lipe. Here is a link to Phuket-Hat Yai flights.
How to get further? I don't know for sure, but at the airport, you may be immediately offered a complex ticket for a minibus and a boat to Ko Lipe. We ourselves took a different route, so I'm not sure if there will be an opportunity to buy such a ticket.
If there are no offers, go to Hat Yai Bus Station, from which you will take a bus to Pakbara Pier. Next take a speedboat to the island of Lipa. You can order bus + boat tickets at 12goAsia website.
Bus Phuket - Trang, minibus to Pak Bara pier, boat to Ko Lipe
Go to Phuket Bus Terminal 2 and buy tickets for the Phuket-Trang bus. It is not possible to buy such tickets over the Internet anywhere, only at the ticket office of the station. Tickets will cost around 300 baht, give or take. Once you arrive in Trang, you can buy a ticket for a minibus to Pak Bara pier right at the station. Here is a website where you can buy a complex ticket for minibus and boat Trang - Ko Lipe.
If you need to stay overnight in Trang, book a hotel on Booking by this link.
How we got to Koh Lipe from Phuket
We drove along the ground. In Krabi, friends were waiting for us by car. We stopped for the night in Krabi town, and the sutra left by car in the direction of Pakbar pier. By car, drive from Krabi for about 3-4 hours. Next, I will tell you how we spent the evening in Krabi, visited the Ao Nang beach, as well as our first impressions of Ko Lipe.
Evening in Krabi
We got to Krabi by minibus in 3 hours from the central bus station, 140 baht per person. She drove, apparently, a former motorcycle biker - she was throwing herself with an energy drink all the way and drove quite aggressively. We noted for ourselves that in the future it is better to avoid trips by minibuses.
Ao Nang is not the best beach in Thailand
What's new to tell you about Krabi? We walked along Ao Nang. We felt a little nostalgic. Wanted to give the beach a second chance, but ... Ao Nang Beach is really disappointing! This is how we wrote the article 2 years ago, everything is still true! Dirty, muddy brown water, sand, which is painful to walk on, muddy bottom ... The noise from motor boats is such as if it were not a seaside, but a construction site with bulldozers ... Only the unique mountains of Krabi save the day. There would be no mountains, there would be nothing to do there at all. Who would have thought that at such an advertised resort with nice name, Krabi, one of the worst beaches in Thailand
We are in Krabi!
The guys are quite drunk, someone will think ... I don’t know, maybe it is, especially after. I hope the lovers of Ao-Nang will forgive me, but the bottom in the Moscow River looks exactly the same.
Dirty Ao Nang Beach
By the way, in the far left corner, a full-flowing stinking river flows into the sea. Very very smelly
Krabi is the most expensive mainland resort in Thailand
Prices in Krabi are another story. There is a myth among travelers that Phuket is the most expensive island ... Nonsense! Ao Nang is much more expensive than Phuket! Is there expensive transport in Phuket? The most expensive route in Phuket costs 40 baht, and the songteo from Ao Nang to town costs 50 baht.
Nepalese
Nepalese are everywhere! All the stalls in Nepalese. They are very easy to identify by their disgruntled facial expressions and Indian appearance. Katya forgot her glasses on the bus, she needed to buy new ones. In Phuket, in any tent, sunglasses for 100 baht. These impudent Nepalese muzzles tell us 350. One has only to be indignant at what such a triple cheat is, as they wave their hand at you and defiantly leave. I’m not even saying that their etiquette does not have an elementary "Hello" and a smile to the buyer. They sit with disgruntled mugs, buried in the phone.
Sunset
We met the guys living in Krabi, who, as it turned out, have been reading our blog for a long time. They are not even offended that in due time we wrote about Krabi not the most best reviews(the truth). We admired the wonderful sunset together.
Krabi town
Here in the town everything is Thai. We ate hearty soup for 80 baht and for dessert pancakes with banana. We met with friends from Hua Hin and drove to Makro. For the coming sleep they issued a beer and sleep.
The next morning we had to get up early. We had sandwiches and coffee from 7-11 and drove further by car towards Pakbar pier.
Koh Lipe island - first impressions
We will definitely describe the island of Ko Lipe in more detail. While I am sharing my first impressions. The water is clean and clear. But not turquoise, like on Similans.
View of Koh Lipe from the floating pier 
Sunset Beach
First impressions of Ko Lipe
- You have to pay for each step - for a speedboat ticket, for getting to the pier, for a boat from the speedboat to the beach, for entering the island
- There are no "bounty" beaches here
- The beaches are lined with boats
- A lot of rubbish and devastation, you just have to get off the central Walking Street
- Groceries are more expensive in stores. Prices in tourist cafes are about the same as everywhere else - dishes for 100-150 baht
- Many Russian tourists
- Many tourists of other nationalities
- In the evening on the beach, music, fire shows and cozy bars, just like in Goa
- The island is a large market with restaurants, bars and hotels among the shopping arcade.
By the way, the main beach on Ko Lipe is called Pattaya Beach.
We didn’t want to spend the night in cheap thatched bungalows, it’s romantic only for those who have never been to the tropics. We checked into a decent hotel -. Day as much as 2000 baht ($ 55). Well, this is Ko Lipe, that's ok !! Everything is great, the hotel is new, the bed is clean, but ... No hot water! Well, how can you, eh ?? Rooms are rented for 2 thousand baht per day and cannot buy at least some cheap water heaters!
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Hotels in Koh Lipe
- AKIRA Lipe Resort
- Bundhaya Villas
- Lipe Sunset Beach Resort
- Harmony Bed & Bakery
- The reef
All hotels in Koh Lipe
Swim at Sunset Beach. Without much pleasure. It was low tide, very shallow, literally knee-deep, and there are a lot of stones at the bottom, and we did not take our swimming shoes. Tomorrow we will swim in Pattaya or go to the third beach for exploration. For a beach holiday on this island, see the new article.
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Ko Lipe is considered a national park. We paid 200 baht ($ 6) for the entrance. And on the island itself there are a lot of such filthy places, where rubbish, building materials, something dug up and then abandoned. I understand what Thais themselves put on nature. But is it really so difficult to somehow ennoble everything, since they take money for the entrance? Thousands of tourists from all over the world come here, but they are not ashamed to breed a srach and not clean anything afterwards.
Ko-Lipe is not the same (c)
Our friends are not happy either. In the evening we ate in a cafe, took along Chang and went to the beach. The mood improved, we liked Pattaya Beach in the evening. So, while the impressions of Ko Lipe are mixed.
Have any of you been to this island? Write how he is to you? What did you like and what did not? Where to eat deliciously, what excursions did you take?
PS: I am already looking forward to the comments of the clever people, such as - "with what attitude we drove, then we got it" or "what kind of inside, you see outside" and similar philosophical nonsense. So, I answer right away, we drove with an excellent mood and expected to see the Similan level :)
Added the next day: today all morning swam in Pattaya Beach and a nearby beach. Wonderful blue water, from which you don't want to crawl out! The mood and experience of the island is improving!
Latest update: Sep 17, 2018
The Adang Archipelago, located in the southern part of the Andaman Sea, not far from the mainland of Thailand and Malaysia, is often called the "Thai Maldives", primarily for its white sand. Ko Lipe (Thailand) is the only inhabited island in this archipelago. Tourists come here to enjoy the serenity and tranquility. In addition, the island attracts divers, because many marine inhabitants live near the coast - almost a quarter of all those living in nature. The island is the southernmost point of Thailand and many tourists are frightened by the question of how to get to Ko Lipe. However, the number of travelers is increasing every year. We have prepared detailed information for those planning a trip to the island.
general information
Koh Lipe Island in Thailand is located in the southern part of the Andaman Sea and belongs to the Satun province. This is the southernmost point of the country. On a sunny, cloudless day from the island you can see the coast of Malaysia, namely the Langkawi archipelago, located at a distance of 30 km.
The distance to Phuket is 250 km, to Krabi is about 220 km, and to the mainland of Thailand is 70 km.
The length of the island is only 3 km, it is easy to get around on foot, the indigenous people on Ko Lipe are about 800 people. The main source of income is fishing and tourism.
Interesting fact! The indigenous population belongs to the sea gypsies - immigrants from Malaysia, who arrived on the island about a century ago.
On Ko Lipe, there is the Tarutao theme marine park, which was awarded the status of a national, at the end of the 20th century it was named the second largest in Thailand.
Tourist infrastructure and features of recreation
Every year, the number of tourists on the island of Ko Lipe in Thailand is increasing, despite the fact that you can only get here by water. The infrastructure is accordingly developing rapidly - the resort is flourishing and attracting more and more tourists. The first and main reason why tourists come here is the beaches, where you can enjoy a relaxing holiday or make an exciting dive, snorkeling.
Interesting fact! Not far from Ko Lipe there are several uninhabited islets, where they go on a guided tour or stay in a tent for several days.
Walking Street The island of Ko Lipe in Thailand boasts a walking street - Walking Street, where there are souvenir shops, a pharmacy, travel agencies, cafes and an exchange office. Prices on the main street of the island are quite high, and the exchange rate is unprofitable, so it is better to stock up on everything you need on the mainland. The local attraction begins at Pattaya Beach and stretches to Sunrise Beach. The signs indicate that the street is open from 6-00 to midnight, however Walking Street does not close, many cafes, restaurants and bars open in the afternoon. Of course, most of the establishments are empty and closed by midnight, but still, you can find several bars that invite tourists.
Relatively recently, there were no bank branches and banks on the island, but today it will not be difficult to withdraw money. It should be noted that you will have to pay a commission for withdrawing money, and the rate is unprofitable. Also, in some hotels you can pay for the room and services with a plastic card, but a commission is charged for this. In exchange offices, you can exchange dollars and the currency of Malaysia - ringgitі.
There is Wi-Fi on Koh Lipe in Thailand, Internet access points are available in hotels and Internet cafes.
Most of the cafes and bars are located on the coastline, the maximum distance to the sea is 200 meters. There are no discos and other entertainment establishments, as well as attractions, on the island.
Interesting fact! The maximum distance between the beaches on the island is 1 km, so during your vacation you can easily visit all of them. The walk from one to the other will take about a quarter of an hour. If you don't like walking, rent a bike.
What is worth getting to Koh Lipe
- Seascapes. Already on the way to the island, by ferry, you can take beautiful photos.
- Vivid underwater world. There are many fish and sea inhabitants off the coast of the island; even tourists who cannot swim can take beautiful photographs. To do this, you do not need to wear special equipment, just a mask and a snorkel will be enough.
- Big choice sightseeing tours... Most of them are on deserted islands, it is easy to stay here for a few days. There are tours with night swimming, which shimmers with the abundance of plankton, a trip with a barbecue in the background of the sea sunset. The cost of the excursion is about $ 17-19.
- White beaches and clear turquoise waters. Despite the fact that getting to the island is not so easy, and there are minor flaws on Ko Lipe in Thailand, the beaches attract with their beauty and allow you to ignore minor inconveniences. Here you can see fabulous sunrises and sunsets, numerous bars offer drinks, delicious treats right on the shore.
- Large selection of seafood dishes. Each restaurant and bar offers delicious seafood treats you've never heard of. Some dishes are prepared right in front of tourists.
Good to know! In addition to traditional restaurants on Walking Street, there are buffets, for a certain amount you can try at least the whole range of dishes. The cost is about $ 15-17.
It would be wrong to tell only about the positive aspects of the island in Thailand. If you decide to make a trip and get to Ko Lipe, be prepared for the following unpleasant surprises:
- garbage, the island authorities simply do not have time to take it out;
- boats are the real scourge of the island, they are moored on all beaches;
- cats and dogs, some of them annoying;
- grocery prices are higher than those found in shops on mainland Thailand.
Natural disadvantage - strong ebb and flow. At high tide, the coast is under water, there is simply no place for sunbathing. At low tide, the sea is so shallow that only children can swim in the sea.
Interesting fact! The only place on the island where there is no ebb and flow is the northern edge of Sunrise Beach.
There are no large shops on the island, there are small grocery stores. Be sure to try the pancakes - they are sold in street stalls.
Transport
Getting to the island is not so easy, but on Ko Lipe we decide the issue with the movement. There are no cars, few bikes, no public transport. Travelers are offered several ways to get around the island:
- on foot;
- motorbike taxi;
- bike rental;
- boats run regularly between the beaches.
Accommodation on the island
Every year, new hotels open on Ko Lipe in Thailand, but in the high tourist season it is not so easy to find free accommodation, so it is better to book a room a few months before the trip. Most of the hotels are built right on the beach, many are bungalow-like, but you can also find a traditional hotel.
During the tourist season, three-star hotel rates are around 3,000 baht, and bungalows can be rented for 1,000 baht. In the low season, prices are halved.
Features of hotels in Ko Lipe (Thailand):
Good to know! In addition to hotels, there is also a budget accommodation option on the island - tents in campsites. Most of them are located on Sunset Beach.
Find out the PRICES or book any accommodation using this form
Island beaches
The first and main advantage of the island of Ko Lipe is the beaches, which are considered the best in Thailand. The coastline is best only on Similan. Several decades ago, the beaches of the island were deserted, but today the situation has changed - an infrastructure has appeared, but at the same time the exotic nature has been preserved. It is for the sake of the beaches that many tourists decide to get to Ko Lipe. We have compiled for you a selection of the best places to stay on the island.
Pattaya Beach is located in the south of Ko Lipe and is a long coastline with a length of almost 1.5 km. The coast is covered with white and very fine sand. In sunny weather, the water acquires a turquoise hue, but in the low season, strong waves appear due to the wind, which bring garbage to the shore. The descent into the water is gentle and smooth. Pattaya Beach has strong ebb and flow, and given the smooth entrance to the sea, it is difficult to find a place to swim.
There is a reef near the shore, so be sure to take your mask and snorkel with you. Unfortunately, there are many boats near the coast, but they are moored in an orderly manner, leaving areas for swimming. In the evening, a fire show is held on the shore. There are many hotels, cafes and restaurants on the first line.
Good to know! Pattaya Beach has a tourist office for visitors from Malaysia and mainland Thailand. In addition, representative offices of all shipping companies operate here.
The eastern coast of the island is Sunrise Beach, there is coarse and rather loose sand, and the descent into the sea is sharp. On the right side there are corals and many different fish.
The coastline stretches for 1.5 km, and the width varies with the ebb and flow. The widest part is in the northern part, and the narrowest is in the central part.
Good to know! There are no entertainment establishments or discos here, by 22-00 the coast is empty. To get to Walking Street, you need to walk past the local slums.
There are hotels, cafes and restaurants on the shore, you can buy an excursion to the mainland of Thailand, to uninhabited islands archipelago and rent a kayak. There are also diving schools.
The only thing that darkens the rest on Sairaz Beach is the chaotically moored boats.
Interesting fact! It is believed that the beach has the most beautiful sunrises, which is why the place is named Sunrise Beach.
Western part of Koh Lipe island. This is a small, cozy beach with the most beautiful sunsets, which is why the beach was named Sunset Beach. The coast is covered with stones, in some places there are large stones in the water. The sand is coarse, non-uniform in color - white with interspersed gray and dark colors. The sea is quite shallow, there are fish in the water, but there are not so many of them. This place is calm, uncrowded, there are many boats in the central part of the beach.
Good to know! The sand is unpleasant to the touch due to shell fragments, so take your shoes with you.
There are cafes and sun loungers on the left side of the bank. There are hotels on the first line. Walking Street can be covered on foot in a quarter of an hour.
A sheltered, quiet beach, often referred to as secret. To get here, you need to go to the right along Pattaya Beach, get to the wooden bridge and cross it. Not all tourists come to this part of the island, so not everyone knows about the beach.
Good to know! The only bungalow has been built on the shore.
Cross the bridge with caution, it looks fragile, creaking boards do not give confidence. Huge boulders lie under the bridge, and turquoise water quietly splashes.
A serene, relaxing atmosphere reigns on the shore - someone is swimming in the calm sea, someone is drinking a cocktail on the coast, and someone is taking pictures of beautiful views.
The beach is perfect for swimming - the water is clean, the sea is calm, the descent is gentle. The seabed is soft, covered with sand, without stones.
Weather and climate, when is the best time to come
Ko Lipe is an island of two seasons:
- dry - begins in late autumn and lasts until mid-spring;
- rainy - begins in mid-spring and lasts until the second half of autumn.
Today, the island's communication with the mainland of Thailand remains open throughout the year. Earlier in the summer, during the low season, when the sea was stormy, Ko Lipe was closed, hotel staff went on vacation. In recent years, the climate on the island is so changeable that even in the low season there is good, sunny and clear weather.
As for the pricing policy in hotels, there are three seasons:
- low - three summer months;
- high season - two autumn months - October and November, two spring months - March and April;
- peak - from December to February.
To get to the island, you need:
- come to Trang or Hat Yai;
- get to Pakbara pier;
- purchase a ticket for the boat to Koh Lipe.
There are several ways to get to Trang or Hat Yai.
- by plane;
- by bus - flights depart from the southern bus station, the schedule is from 6-00 to 20-00, the journey takes 13-14 hours, the ticket price is about 1000 baht;
- by train - flights from Bangkok depart to Hat Yai, the route is designed for 13-17 hours; to get to the island on the day of departure from Bangkok, you need to leave no later than 15-30, the fare is from 400 to 900 baht;
- complex ticket - provides travel by plane, minibus (to the pier) and by boat (to Ko Lipe), flights are provided only in the morning.
Ko Lipe (Thailand) - how to get there on your own from Phuket.
By sea.
In high season, the most convenient way to get to the island is by boat. Yellow boats run regularly between Phuket and Ko Lipe. Departure from Rassada pier. A tourist spends 4 hours on the road. The fare is about 2,100 baht.
The first route is by bus. The algorithm is as follows - by bus to get from Phuket to Hat Yai. The most comfortable way to travel is the VIP 24 night flight. Departure is at 21-45, the transport arrives at the destination at 06-00. Then you need to get to the pier and from there take a boat to the island - departure at 9:30 and arrival at 11:30.
Another route is by plane. There are direct flights from Phuket to Hat Yai - departure at 7-25, arrival 8-30. The ticket price is about 1,700 baht. You can buy a transfer online - from the airport to the pier, then to the island. Transfer ticket sales end three days prior to travel. Travel agencies also sell complex tickets.
How to get to Koh Lipe in Thailand from Krabi
The only way to get from Krabi (Ao Nang) to the island is via Hat Yai. Direct air traffic no, so you can choose the following method:
- by bus;
- minibus;
- Taxi.
The cost of a complex ticket is about 1200 baht
The prices on the page are for September 2018.
The lack of attractions on Ko Lipe (Thailand) is more than compensated by the beautiful beaches. To fully enjoy nature and spend your vacation in a bungalow by the sea, prepare for the trip in advance - choose a hotel, book tickets.
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Koh Lipe Island in Satun province, Thailand is perhaps the most pleasant place for connoisseurs of a leisurely and calm beach holiday... Excellent and clean beaches, excellent diving and snorkeling, and at the same time sufficient distance from the main package tourist flows - these are the main features of the island of Ko Lipe.
A good idea to get stuck in Lipa is to combine business with pleasure - a trip, and then arrange yourself a long beach relaxation.
When is the best time to go to Koh Lipe
The best weather in Lipa is from December to March. Nevertheless, you can come here from October 20. The season from October 20 to November 16 and from April 1 to May 16 is considered low. At this time, the prices are the lowest, but it may rain and the sea is rough.
It should be borne in mind that the island is small and there is little housing, so hotels for December and January must be booked in advance (6 or more months in advance).
How to get to Ko Lipe on your own
You can get to Lipa Island from Phuket, the islands of Phi Phi, Lanta, Langkawi, etc. - depending on where you are coming from. From Bangkok, you first need to get to the nearest pier, and then sail by sea to Lipa.
There are no airports on Lipa, you can only get there by sea, moreover, not every month. Navigation in this area starts from October 19 and ends on May 16.
Photo: ferry to Ko Lipe at Hat Yao pier
If you are flying from Europe, the route will be something like this: flight to Bangkok - flight to Hat Yai - bus to the pier - ferry or boat on Lipa. In fact, everything is much simpler than it seems.
The easiest option is to buy a single ticket on the website from Bangkok immediately with a transfer to Ko Lipe. Then you just get on a plane in Bangkok, and then you will be accompanied everywhere, up to the island itself.
Important! Please note that in Bangkok, AirAsia planes fly from Don Muang Airport (this is NOT the airport you will fly to from Russia, Ukraine or Europe). We still need to get to this airport. Therefore, it will be too tiring to get from Europe to Ko Lipe in 1 day. Better to at least spend the night in Bangkok.
It looks like buying a ticket to Koh Lipe like this: in the “where” field, look for “Thailand (Island Transfer)” and select “Lipe”.
You will first fly to Hat Yai, then you will be taken to the port and put on a ferry to Ko Lipe. The whole journey will take 6 to 9 hours. On the way, you will be accompanied by company employees. Everything is simple, clear and understandable.
How to get to Lipa on your own, without a transfer
Most tourists travel to Koh Lipe either by ferry from the Malay island of Langkawi or from Thailand using complex bus and ferry tickets, which are sold at any travel agency throughout Thailand. To determine from which places it is better to get to Ko Lipe, see the map:
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How to get from Penang (Malaysia) to Ko Lipe
1. First by ferry to Langkawi, price 70RM, ride 3 hours.
2. Then change from Langkawi to the ferry to Koh Lipe, price 118RM, ride 1.5 hours. In Langkawi, it is better to leave the Telaga pier.
A single ticket can be bought at the box office in Penang.
How to get from Bangkok to Koh Lipe island
1. Fly to one of the nearest airports - Krabi or Hat Yai.
2. Then take buses or minivans to the piers of Pak Bara or Hat Yao.
3. Then another ferry or boat transfer.
Prices depend on the route and the chosen transport, for example, the approximate price of Krabi Airport - Koh Lipe (ferry + minivan) 1400 baht / person. Speed boats are more expensive.
How to get from Phuket to Ko Lipe
Many tourists travel to Lipa Island directly by water, speed boats or ferries. However, this option is only for those who tolerate rolling well. Long and dreary.
A direct ticket can be bought in Phuket at any travel agency right on the street.
In the photo: tourists disembarking from a boat. Lipa Island By the way, there is no berth on Lipa, so at the very last stage you have to transfer from the ferry to small boats - longtails, followed by disembarkation. So cook 50 baht each and take good care of your good shoes and cameras :)
The quietest months on the island of Lipa are October and April. During the rest of the months there are many tourists.
Koh Lipe beaches
As elsewhere in Tae, Ko Lipe does not have a single circular beach along which it would be possible to bypass the entire island. There are only three major beaches on Lipa - Sunrise, Sunset and Pattaya. And a few small ones, which can only be reached by boat. The beaches are somewhat similar - the sand is clean and white everywhere, the entrance to the water is shallow. However, there are differences, which are what experienced tourists use. So, we look at the map of Ko-Lipe.
On the map, Lipa looks like a horseshoe Pattaya Beach is primarily a transshipment base. Brigades of tourists come here and leave from here, there is also a Thai immigration office and several large hotels. The beach is long and clean and quite suitable for swimming, however this is not a Bounty, if you know what I mean :)
In the photo: the most crowded beach of Lipe Island - Pattaya Beach Sunset is the most picturesque and “wild” beach in Ko Lipe. There are steep slopes, along the coast there are more stones and, accordingly, fewer boats.
Photo: the end of Sunset Beach on Ko Lipe Sunrise Beach is perhaps the most balanced. There is enough space for everyone - both beach goers and boats.
Photo: Sunrise Beach on Lipa Island 
Photo: complete relaxation at Sunrise Beach on Ko Lipe, Thailand Sunrise has some of the best beach bars for spending evenings with friends, listening to music and drinking Chang.
Photo: “Sea La Vie” - one of the best beach bars in Koh Lipe Diving and snorkeling in Lipa
Photo: beginners on Lipa quickly master diving Lipé Island is located on the territory national park Ko Tarutao, so the surrounding water area is just perfect for good diving. The nearby coral reefs are teeming with many species of tropical fish, and turtles, barracudas and dolphins can also be admired. Beginner divers should take educational tours to the neighboring islands of Sawang and Chabang. The most advanced diving companies are Adang Sea Divers and Ko Lipe Castaway Divers.
If you are looking for budget accommodation, chances are you will be staying in the center of the island, in one of the guesthouses around the local Walking Street. Noisy, but close to the entire tourist get-together: cafes, bars, shopping. One of the freshest and most inexpensive hotels is “A Plus Deluxe Hotel”. You can view prices and book
Photo: inexpensive and modern hotel “A Plus Deluxe Hotel”, Ko Lipe Hotels on the western coast of Lipa Island (especially on the hills) are quieter and with gorgeous views from the rooms, but they have their own problem - every night transport - either constantly calling the local "taxi", or walking, which is inconvenient in the dark.
In the photo: a view from the window at the "Mountain Resort" hotel on the island of Lipa If the main purpose of your holiday is diving, it is best to settle in one of the authentic resorts of Sunrise Beach, like "Adang Sea Divers & Eco Lodge"- simple, but very cheap. Here you can spend more time among fellow submariners, practice with equipment, and loading onto boats will be more optimal for you.
In the photo: a party of divers in the resort "Castaway" Comfort hotels in Ko Lipe
The most luxurious hotels on the island are definitely Serendipity Resort, Mali Resort and the modern Idyllic Concept Resort. If your budget allows, be sure to live in one of them!
Photo: view from the veranda of the Serendipity Resort Hotel, Lipa Island Budget Accommodation in Ko Lipe
In the photo: cheap bungalows of the "Outcast" resort - exotic in its purest form Oddly cheap and hippie bungalows hotel "Castaway Resort"