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Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands

Planning A Trip To Phi Phi Islands? Here's our list of top things to do in Phi Phi Islands

Don’t go by the size of this island- one will definitely discover the best things to do in Phi Phi Islands to make use of your time around here. These islands can be considered as one of the most appealing places of Southern Thailand. Phi Phi islands comprise of six small islands, out of which only a few are inhabited. But Phi Phi guarantees the most gorgeous and striking sceneries of Thailand. These islands present the best water-based activities and allow you to wander around the white sandy beaches at the same time. Phi Phi offers a variety of activities like fire shows and dancing on the beach. This place has something in store for everyone. So let’s have a glance at the best things to do in Phi Phi.

Lazing on the Beach

Lazing on the Beach:  Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands
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Lying around the white sandy beaches is one of the best ways to spend time in Phi Phi. The pristine water and the beautiful locales are refreshing and peaceful. There are many restaurants and comfy beach chairs spread around the beaches.

Visit Phi Phi View Point

Visit Phi Phi View Point:  Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands
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One of the most incredible wonders of nature in Phi Phi is the unusual formation of “H” between Tonsai Bay and Dalum Bay. To reach the viewpoint, the tourists climb an elevation which can be covered within an hour.

See a Muay Thai fight

See a Muay Thai fight:  Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands
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These fights are conducted over streets and tourists can get a sight of it every night after 8 pm or so. There are boxing rings in the middle and people crowd around it. There are young boys fighting in the ring which is quite unusual to see in Phi Phi; and eventually people also volunteer for these fights.

Wander the Walkways

Wander the Walkways:  Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands
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In the middle of these islands, there seems to be a lot of intersecting walkways with little shops, restaurants, cafés and bars along the streets. One should explore the beautiful culture of Phi Phi, which can be best done by wandering around the streets of Phi Phi. With various night spots and natural viewing spots, it is a delight to explore the area. By sundown, most cafes turn into pubs and party animals throng the streets. 

Experience Island Hopping Tour

Experience Island Hopping Tour:  Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands
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There are plenty of island-hopping tours in Phi Phi. Tourists often roam around all the six islands as each one has something different to offer and experience. Travellers can find their hopping tour according to their budget. Majority of these tours will take you to places like Monkey Beach, Maya Bay, snorkelling and even cliff jumping. 

Explore Thai Cuisine

Explore Thai Cuisine:  Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands
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This is one of the most common things on every tourist’s checklist; to eat and explore the food of Thailand. There is plenty of variety available around the beaches and that too at reasonable prices. Tourists usually prefer sea food in Thai cuisine due to its easy availability, while the curries, desserts and fresh salads are also a rage in the shacks. Go for Thai soups and rice varieties, as well as the street-sold pad-Thai noodles to satiate your mid-afternoon cravings. 

Party all night

Party all night:  Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands
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The island of Koh Phangan gives a true definition of crazy parties. It is the perfect combination of natural beauty and western partying imbibed together. People often go for dancing over beaches rather than clubs, enjoying the salty night air and seas breeze over sweaty dance-tired bodies. Plenty of food and booze is available, and on special occasions there are also firework-shows in the sky. 

Enjoy the Fire Show

Enjoy the Fire Show:  Things To Do In Phi Phi Islands
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People can chill out on beaches during the evenings while watching a special fire show. These fire shows are quite renowned throughout Thailand. It is an amazing way to start your party nights on beaches, seeing the frankly daredevil stunts and death-defying acts with rings of fire.

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