Phi phi Viewpoint 1
Treat this as the halfway house rather than the destination. The climb up from Tonsai is a long run of steep steps, and in the tropical heat it's a proper effort, but at the top you get the twin bays, the limestone karsts and the Andaman spread out below you. Several people who've made the trip say Viewpoint 1 is decent without being the showstopper, and that the extra ten or fifteen minutes up to Viewpoint 2 is where the real payoff sits. My advice: budget the energy for both.
Past the gate there's a garden with planted beds and oversized fruit sculptures, watermelon, banana, strawberry, which is a bit daft and photographs well. A restaurant at the top means you can sit down, eat and stay as long as you like. Go early. Sunrise light is better, the steps are cooler, and you'll share the place with fewer people. Coming down is harder on the legs than most expect, so grippy shoes matter more than you'd think.
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Reviews from Google
Wow — this climb is no joke, but it’s 100% worth it. The views at the top are unreal and easily one of the best things we did on the Phi Phi Islands. There’s even a restaurant up there that’s a great spot to grab lunch and take a break (we were rushing to catch our ferry, otherwise we would’ve stayed longer). As someone who actually enjoys hiking, I loved having something challenging to do instead of just hanging on the beach the whole time. Quick warning though: the hike down is just as tough as the hike up… your knees and thighs will definitely feel it 😂 Highly recommend making the time for this one.
Absolutely stunning. Worth every minute of climbing and sweating. You can stay as long as you'd like. There are other viewpoints to experience as well so keep that in mind. BE PREPARED because there are a lot of steps and even for a person such as myself that is in fairly great shape, it can be a bit tiring with the combination of the heat. I'd recommend going early morning and watching the sun bless the island with an awakening! The views are absolutely stunning. Simply breathtaking. There's no need to rush through there is a lot to see.
Good to go this track with stairway, have to take some time and once you reach entrance of viewpoint 1 there is 50 thb fee in cash only. No alcohol inside but can leave with the guy at the entrance and when you come back down can still get it back. To go to viewpoint 2 you just continue your way up to that place from viewpoint 1 for like 10/15 mins depends on how strong you are , this viewpoint 1 is ok but not so impressive —- see my 2nd review in viewpoint 2 location 💪🏼
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Phi phi Viewpoint 1: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phi phi Viewpoint 1 worth visiting?
Phi phi Viewpoint 1 holds a 4.6★ rating from 5,710 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Phi Phi Islands.
What are the opening hours of Phi phi Viewpoint 1?
Phi phi Viewpoint 1 is typically open 05:30-20:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Phi phi Viewpoint 1?
The best months to visit Phi Phi Islands are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough crossings, storm swell).
Where is Phi phi Viewpoint 1 located?
Phi phi Viewpoint 1 is at 163 Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand, in Phi Phi Islands. Getting around Phi Phi Islands: Walking — Tonsai village and the twin bays are entirely pedestrian; Longtail taxis to Long Beach and the outer bays.
Location Info
163 Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand061 449 9126Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: May – October (rough crossings, storm swell)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 32°C(77°F – 90°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Ferries and speedboats run from Phuket's Rassada pier (~2 hrs, ฿400–700) and Krabi's Klong Jilad pier (~1.5–2 hrs, ฿350–500), plus high-season boats from Koh Lanta. Everything lands at Tonsai pier on Phi Phi Don. There are no cars and no airport.
Getting around
- •Walking — Tonsai village and the twin bays are entirely pedestrian
- •Longtail taxis to Long Beach and the outer bays
- •Kayaks for the close coves and Monkey Beach
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Phi Phi Viewpoint 2
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: May – October (rough crossings, storm swell)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 32°C(77°F – 90°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Ferries and speedboats run from Phuket's Rassada pier (~2 hrs, ฿400–700) and Krabi's Klong Jilad pier (~1.5–2 hrs, ฿350–500), plus high-season boats from Koh Lanta. Everything lands at Tonsai pier on Phi Phi Don. There are no cars and no airport.
Getting around
- •Walking — Tonsai village and the twin bays are entirely pedestrian
- •Longtail taxis to Long Beach and the outer bays
- •Kayaks for the close coves and Monkey Beach