Item: Maya Bay Beach
Rating: 10
Author: Lara Swift

About Ko Phi Phi Lee island

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent fine sandy beaches of Ko Phi Phi Lee island attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Ko Phi Phi Lee island Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Maya Bay Beach

Haad Yao 6.3 km

Excellent

9.2

Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Exceptional beauty • Crowded in season • Large low tide • No parking

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Pi Leh Lagoon Beach

Haad Yao 5.5 km

Very good

8.7

Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Picturesque • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking

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Wang Long Bay Beach

Loh Dalum 1.6 km

Good

7.9

Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Picturesque • Access by boat • Crowded in season • Large low tide

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Monkey Bay Beach

Haad Yao 2.1 km

Good

7.7

Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Picturesque • Access by boat • Crowded in season • Large low tide

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Popular types of Ko Phi Phi Lee island beaches

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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 4 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Ko Phi Phi Lee island.

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Ko Phi Phi Lee island, they are as follows:

The island's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is fine sand of white color.
Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 3 such beaches.
An important clarification, 3 beaches in the island have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 2 beaches in Ko Phi Phi Lee island, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
The average distance from the road to beach in Ko Phi Phi Lee island is less than 500 meters. 1 beach are relatively easy to access, and 3 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The beaches in Ko Phi Phi Lee island are used mainly by beach clubs (resorts), usually open to everyone but for a fee. These establishments offer a full range of amenities with limited operational hours. At the same time, you can still find a wild beach, use our filter for this.

Latest reviews on Ko Phi Phi Lee island's beaches

Maya Bay Beach

10 Lara Swift

We came here as part of a boat tour, which is definitely the best and most convenient way to visit. Let me tell you, this beach is absolutely incredible! Just a word of caution, make sure you don't venture too far into the water, as there's a possibility of being fined. However, the sand is simply amazing, and the overall beauty of the beach is truly breathtaking. It tends to get quite busy with tourists, so you don't need to spend too much time here. But don't worry, there are snack stands and restroom facilities available as well. Trust me, it's definitely worth a visit!

Pi Leh Lagoon Beach

10 Natalya Petrova

This breathtaking destination is truly remarkable. As advised by fellow travelers, it's best to begin your day early to avoid the influx of boats that arrive later on. If you're a fan of snorkeling, this beach is an absolute paradise. The scenery is perfect for capturing unforgettable moments and creating lasting memories of your time on Phi Phi Island.

Wang Long Bay Beach

10 Liriana K

This stunning bay is encircled by limestone mountains, making it an ideal spot for snorkeling. Nature has truly created a masterpiece here.

Monkey Bay Beach

8 Linh Tran

This beach is a popular tourist spot and is included in the 3 islands tour that I took. There aren't many monkeys around, but there are plenty of tourists 😅😅 It's a small area, so you only need about 5 minutes to take photos. They mentioned that the monkeys have a tendency to bite, so it's important to be cautious 👍🏻

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is April - air temperature during this time warms up to 30.2°C and water up to 31.2°C. The coldest month is November - air temperature drops to 28.5°C and water to 29.6°C. Air and water temperature allows you to relax comfortably in the island all year round, which is enjoyed by tourists and locals.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Ko Phi Phi Lee island? In total there are 4 beaches and the most popular is Maya Bay Beach.