Koh Lipe (Lepea) is an Island within Thailand in the Andaman Sea, close-by the Malaysian border. It is part of the Tarutao National Marine Park, which is populated with small islands and is known for its coral-rich waters and stunning turquoise waters.
Koh Lipe is an Island with the WOW factor, this is apparent as you arrive closer to the pier!
The island is only in length is 2km, and its width 2.5 km making it very easy to get around the whole Island in 1 day, and by foot. The streets are very narrow therefore cars or trucks are rarely spotted. Motorbike taxis with sidecars with seating for luggage and people are easily found especially around the pier location. Taxi cost per person is 50 THB to anywhere on the Island.
The island boasts sandy white beaches, Pattaya Beach, Cozy Cove Beach, Sunrise Beach, Sunset Beach, and Sanom Beach which all have something special to offer everyone.
The vibe around Koh Lipe is very chilled and made up of small local villages in between each beach location. Walking around the Island is the better way to explore the small villages tucked away.
Evening time the Walking Street is a popular place to hang out, It’s only a small walking street in comparison to other islands around Thailand however it’s bursting with restaurants, cool bars, and coffee shops. Souvenir shops sell items different than those seen on other Thai Islands.
Food and drinks are slightly higher than most Thai Islands, but this is simply because all the goods are shipped to Koh Lipe via long-tail boat from Malaysia or Pak Bara.
Outside the Walking Street, you can find low-budget Thai restaurants dotted around the Island.
Koh Lipe’s streets are very narrow therefore cars or trucks are rarely spotted. Around the Island, you can find motorbike taxis with sidecar seating for luggage and people. Taxi cost per person 50b to anywhere on the Island.
The sunsets on Koh Lipe are spectacular and best seen from Sunset Beach and Cozy Cove Beach. Sunrise is worth getting up for and can be seen from Sunrise Beach.
Must-see places – On Sunrise Beach you will find the coolest bar, with chill-out music and a cool vibe – Sea La Vie beach bar. A bar to capture truly amazing Selfies sat on numerous super cool sofas with a spectacular backdrop of the stunning colors of the sea.
Castaway Bungalows just a 3-minute walk, from Sea La Vie, serves delicious food from their menu. The vibe here is very cool, and comfortable seating.
Happy Hour 16.00 pm = 18.00 pm but 1 cocktail get 1 free.
Bennys Bar @ Cozy Cove for sunset. An amazing place to chill out and take fabulous videos and photos whilst watching the sun go down.
Vegetarian and vegan snacks can be purchased here.
Sunset Beach – Has the best snorkeling off shore, for those not choosing to take a long-tail boat snorkeling tour.
Koh Lipe is popular for diving and snorkeling from shore or around the Tarutao National Park. The crystal clear waters and abundance of marine life make it the perfect location for snorkeling trips.
One-day diving trips are perfect for those thinking about taking a full diving certificate. Koh Lipe will surely make you sign up for more. Book via the link below.
1-Day Try Scuba Diving Program in Ko Lipe
Scuba Diving around is Koh Lipe by far the best snorkeling experience around Thailand after Koh Tao. Learning to Dive in Koh Lipe is an opportunity that will not disappoint. Book via the link below
Snorkeling tours from Koh Lipe to the neighboring small Islands and the Tarutao National Parks should be on your bucket list of things to do from Koh Lipe. Book via the link below.
Full-Day Koh Lipe 7 Islands Snorkeling Experience with Lunch
Getting to Koh Lipe – Koh Lipe is linked with a small island around Trang making connecting speedboat transfers easy.
From Pak Bara Pier in Satun, the speedboats depart morning and mid-afternoon daily. Book via the link below
Pakbara Pier to Koh Lipe by Satun Pakbara Speed Boat
From Koh Lipe to Pak Bara Pier in Satun, use the link below
Koh Lipe to Pakbara Pier by Satun Pakbara Speed Boat
Alternatively, you can choose by air with a budget airline, joint bus/ferry ticket from Don Muang International Airport, Bangkok to Hat Yai Airport or Trang Airport. Below are transfer links for both Hat Yai Airport and Trang Airport. Hiring a car and driving from Krabi, Phuket, Khao Lak, and Trang to Pak Bara Pier is also an option.
Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe by Minivan and Satun Pakbara Speed Boat
Island Hopping from Koh Lipe is very easy therefore if planning to continue to Island Hop rather than make the way back to Pak Bara Pier, head to Koh Mook. From Koh Mook, take a short ferry to Trang City. Book via the links below.
Koh Lipe to Koh Mook by Satun Pakbara Speed Boat
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Koh Mook to Koh Lipe by Satun Pakbara Speed Boat
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