When holidaying in the tropics of Phuket, one would easily be coaxed into investing more of one’s time within the sublime pleasures that comprise such a stunning section of Thailand. Found within 46 km of Phuket is another jewel that glitters as much as it delights the beachgoer of today given the valuable experiences that can be tapped into. Called Phi Phi Island or Koh Phi Phi, one will have a sensational spread of beaches, leisure and accommodation to partake of and outlined below are how you can reach Koh Phi Phi from Phuket.

Phi Phi Island - Image by Michelle Raponi from Pixabay

By far the most convenient and resorted means of connecting Phuket with Koh Phi Phi, scheduling a transfer via speedboat and that too from Rassada Pier will soon have you unwinding amidst the beauty and pageantry of Koh Phi Phi. With the average journey known to last for around 1 hour, travellers can expect to pocket 750 Baht per person for one-way transfers with a range of departure times afforded to suit various needs and itineraries. However, if you find yourself preparing to arrive in Koh Phi Phi’s Tonsai Pier from northern Phuket, then be sure to hop on the next available speedboat from Bang Rong Pier which will have you paying 1,200 Baht per head for a 3-hour trip.

Perhaps, chugging along at a more leisurely pace is more to your liking and complementing this thought and need would be a ferry ride to Koh Phi Phi. Appealing more to the budget traveller and for those seeking to save up more money to be utilized for the numerous leisure thrills and spills than can be had on the said isle, the ferry trip is the cheapest mode of transport. The journeys from Rassada Pier to Tonsai Pier and Laem Tong Beach Pier will be 2 hours and 3 hours respectively. Although, it would be a wise move on your behalf to query the ferry timetable as variations are part and parcel of such travel experiences. For this purpose, do access the 12Go Asia website for both updated schedules and online ticket bookings and know that the starting price for a one-way ticket is 500 Baht.

For a mixture of travel opportunities, consider the taxi and speedboat/ferry route as a means of reaching Phi Phi Island. The above can be booked from the comfort of your hotel in Phuket and this involves commuting in shared taxis which is a cost-effective means of accessing the local pier as opposed to riding by yourself and having to pay a higher price. If wanting to reach your desired destination by speedboat, then you are looking at a price tag of 800 Baht per person which must be paid at your hotel. Alternatively, should you wish to travel on the ferry, then local hotels and resorts in Phuket will have you paying 600 Baht per head. However, it is best to check on the above from your accommodation and if SAii Laguna Phuket is your choice, then the staff of this luxury hotel Phuket has to offer ought to be your point of contact.

For those tourists arriving at Phuket Airport who in turn, yearn for a direct transfer to Phi Phi Island, then choosing the van and ferry transfer would be the best bet. Be cautious before making reservations with 12Go Asia as one would also need one’s flight information so that you do not jeopardize any part of your travel. While you will be required to stomach between 3 to 4 hours of commuting between both destinations, the fee will depend on where you opt to land at. With Tonsai Pier, every traveller will have to pay 1,152 Baht while those reaching Laem Tong Pier will be expected to have 1,302 Baht on them.