What airport is near Koh Lipe?
Hat Yai
By Air: The nearest airport to Koh Lipe is Hat Yai. The cheapest and easiest way to get from Bangkok to Koh Lipe is to fly to the Hat Yai airport. Then take a shuttle bus to Pak Bara pier for 250 baht, and then at Pak Bara pier, you can get on a ferry to Koh Lipe for 650 baht.
How do you get to Koh Lipe island?
To get to Koh Lipe, one option is to fly to Hat Yai International Airport and take a taxi or minibus to Pak Bara pier (approximately 2 hours). Next, take the ferry to Koh Lipe (approximately 90 minutes). Note that there are limited ferries to Koh Lipe during the off peak season from May to October.
How do you get from Kuala Lumpur to Koh Lipe?
There is no direct connection from Kuala Lumpur to Ko Lipe. However, you can take the bus to Kuala Perlis, take the walk to Kuala Perlis, take the ferry to Langkawi, take the walk to Kuah Ferry Terminal Langkawi, then take the ferry to Koh Lipe.
Can you walk around Koh Lipe?
Koh Lipe is so small that you’re able to walk just about anywhere, there are plenty of “taxis” on the island.
Which month is best for Koh Lipe?
The best time to visit Koh Lipe is from November to March as the weather is perfect on this beautiful island on the Andaman sea. The peak season for tourists lasts from mid-December to April when the precipitation is low.
How long is ferry from Langkawi to Koh Lipe?
around 2 hours 15 minutes
The Langkawi Koh Lipe ferry route connects Langkawi Island with Thailand. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Bundhaya Speed Boat. The crossing operates up to 7 times each week with sailing durations from around 2 hours 15 minutes.
How do you get from Koh Lipe to Hatyai?
To get from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe you’ll need to take a van or bus and then a ferry. You can get tickets for these independently, but the best choice is to book through 12Go as they sell combined tickets that include the transfer to the pier and then the ferry, with guaranteed connections.
Is Koh Lipe a party island?
I’ll also give you some ideas for great day trips around the region like visiting Koh Adang and the other small islands nearby. Koh Lipe really is paradise. Remember that this is not a party island. It is a laid back tropical island in the Andaman Sea where you will find vibrant coral reefs and white sandy beaches.
Is Ko Lipe worth it?
Koh Lipe is worth visiting for its jaw-dropping beaches alone! Pattaya is the main beach on the island and also the largest. Quieter still is Sunset Beach. Although further away from most accommodation and amenities, this secluded beach is absolutely gorgeous.