Long Beach Koh Phi Phi
Take the 100-baht longtail, not the walk, and come in the morning before the tide drops.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Open 24 hours daily
Check Monsoon Windows
Andaman coast beaches (Phuket, Krabi) have rough seas May–October. Gulf beaches (Samui, Hua Hin) are roughest October–December. Plan your beach trip around these windows for calm water and safe swimming.
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Why go, and how to do it well
Pay the 100 baht for the longtail from the main Phi Phi pier. The walk from Ton Sai takes 20 to 25 minutes on paper and feels a good deal longer in the heat, and you'll arrive sweaty for a beach where the swimming is better first thing anyway. The water here is properly clear, with fish visible close in, and the sand is white and clean. It's also covered in seashells and small rocks in places, so bring something on your feet.
Don't come expecting empty sand. It's a long stretch but it fills up, and a fair chunk of the shoreline is taken up by longtail boats mooring rather than people swimming. Walk further along and the crowds thin out. Food is limited to a resort restaurant that's open to everyone plus a couple of bars, so if you want choice, eat before you come. Water levels drop noticeably in the afternoon, which changes the swimming completely.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Long Beach Koh Phi Phi, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 3 minParadise Pearl BungalowsHotels & Resorts · 210 m · 4.3★
- 3 minPhi Phi The Beach ResortHotels & Resorts · 280 m · 4.3★
- 5 minViking Nature ResortHotels & Resorts · 410 m · 4.3★
- 6 minBlacktip Reef Shark PointActivities & Tours · 450 m · 4.5★
- 7 minViking BeachBeaches · 590 m · 4.5★
- 8 minLove Beach Phi PhiBeaches · 660 m · 4.8★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Long Beach Koh Phi Phi, round out your day in Phi Phi Islands with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Phi Phi is absolutely stunning – the whole area is just incredible. Beautiful beaches, crystal-clear water and an amazing island atmosphere. The viewpoint is a must-do: the view over the island and the bays is breathtaking and totally worth it. From the beach to the viewpoints, everything feels special and unique. One of the most beautiful places I’ve ever visited – highly recommended!
Long beach is beautiful clear water beach. It is worth visiting. You can either take a 100 bhat (day time) long tail boat to the beach or can walk for 20-25 min to reach there. The beach is open for all but it has only one beautiful restaurant belongs to the resort. You can enjoy the beach from the restaurant, it is open for all. I didn’t give it a 5 star because of a limited food option and the beach has limited space. During peak time it may feel over crowded.
Quite a long hike from the main part of town, felt a lot longer than it looked like on the map. Recommend taking a long boat there instead for a charge. The beach itself was alright, covers a long stretch but also very busy. Water is clear with many fish swimming around. Beach is clean with white sands but also many seashells and rocks which may be hard to walk on without shoes. Worth going if you're paying to get there by boat.
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PQHP+PGM, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81000, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Beaches
Go Early for Empty Sand
Even the busiest beaches are nearly deserted before 9 AM. Sunrise walks on Kata, Chaweng, or Railay are magical — and you'll beat the heat for a morning swim.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Many Thai marine parks ban chemical sunscreens that damage coral. Bring reef-safe (mineral/zinc-based) sunscreen from home — it's harder to find and pricier in Thailand.
Explore Beyond the Main Strip
Every popular beach area has quieter alternatives nearby. Rent a scooter and ride 10 minutes from Patong to find Freedom Beach, or head to Phuket's northeast coast for nearly empty shores.
Long Beach Koh Phi Phi: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Long Beach Koh Phi Phi worth visiting?
Long Beach Koh Phi Phi holds a 4.7★ rating from 3,829 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated beaches in Phi Phi Islands.
What are the opening hours of Long Beach Koh Phi Phi?
Long Beach Koh Phi Phi is open 24 hours a day — 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 Long Beach Koh Phi Phi?
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 Long Beach Koh Phi Phi located?
Long Beach Koh Phi Phi is at PQHP+PGM, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, 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.
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