Must visit places when you are sailing in Thailand: Phi Phi Islands

16th April 2014

Must visit places when you are sailing in Thailand: Phi Phi Islands

On our list of "must visit" places on a sailing holiday in Thailand are the Phi Phi Islands...Here's why;

What’s there….?

Six Islands in a small archipelago, between the island of Phuket and the western coast of the mainland. The two islands that are the most well know are Phi Phi Don, the largest and the only populated island, and Phi Phi Leh, popularised by the famous film “The Beach”

Why….?

It is touted as being one of the most beautiful and accessible groups of islands in the world, from sheer limestone cliff walls rising from the azure sea to sandy beach-fronted jungle. The stunning beauty of these islands will not disappoint.

The whole region is part of a marine National Park and is therefore abundant in magnificent varieties of marine life, whilst having a vibrant and bustling feel to the main strip of shops, bars and eateries on Phi Phi Don.

How do I get there….?

Once you’ve picked up your yacht charter in Phuket, plan your itinerary to include a visit there. The islands lie 46 miles south of Phuket.

What will I do….?

There is something for everyone from snorkelling over a vibrant underwater world of coral reefs teeming with tropical fish, to relaxing on idyllic palm fringed sandy beaches and tasting authentic Thai cuisine.

Photo credit: Xavier Sandel - https://flic.kr/p/6gjApY

You might also like...

  • "Their management programme takes the work out of ownership. We simply arrive and sail. Faultless service, year after year."

    David Whitmore

    Yacht Ownership, 2023

  • "Buying our first yacht felt daunting, but the Fairview team guided us through every step. Honest advice, no pressure, and they handled every detail of the sale."

    Marcus Reed

    New Yacht Purchase, 2024

  • "A superb team, very welcoming and professional! We spent 3 extraordinary weeks and had an excellent trip. A very beautiful experience that we recommend without hesitation!"

    Jean Valery

    Phuket Charter, 2026

  • "Crystal-clear water and an excellent skipper with knowledge of all the best hidden bays. Genuinely the best holiday we have ever taken."

    Sofia Almeida

    Phuket Charter, 2025

  • "I’ve chartered from Fairview most years for the last 10 and keep coming back. The service is the same: great to deal with, knowledgeable, friendly and the boats are really well maintained. Highly recommend."

    Jonathan Sedgwick

Stay Inspired

Destinations, yachts, events and more — delivered to your inbox.