The Phi Phi Island group consist of several small islands, as well as the large Koh Phi Phi Don, which is a major tourist destination. The reason for the popularity of Phi Phi is easy to explain, Koh Phi Phi is possibly the most stunning example of a tropical island to be found anywhere in Thailand. The crystal blue waters of Ton Sai Bay and the Andaman Ocean, the breathtaking natural coastline and golden sandy beaches combine to deliver a true Robinson Crusoe experience.

Koh Phi Phi is also popular for its vibrant, often boisterous nightlife, something of a left over

from the early days of backpackers and budget tourists. Modern Koh Phi Phi is a well-developed paradise, complete with grand hotels, boutique resorts and every possibly amenity a holidaymaker could need.

Watersports are popular on Koh Phi Phi and for good reason. Scuba divers have safe and easy access to some of the best dive sites in Southern Thailand. In many places the coral reef which rings the island is only twenty meters or less from the beach, meaning that people snorkeling can witness he incredible underwater world of the Andaman Ocean. Kayaking, windsurfing and more recently kite boarding, have become very popular also.

Getting there: Koh Phi Phi Don is a short, two hour ferry crossing from Phuket, the ferries are also relatively inexpensive and run every two hours. For the more adventurous, a speedboat can be hired to whisk them across the ocean from Rassafa Pier on Phuket to Ton Sai Beach on Koh Phi Phi Don in 45 minutes.

If you are vacationing on Phuket, then make sure that your itinerary includes at least a day trip to Koh Phi Phi Don. This is one of the last remaining tropical islands which is still relatively undeveloped to be found within the borders of Thailand. Visit now whilst you can.