Visit Koh Lipe | Travel Guide

Overview

LocationAndaman Sea, Satun

Best time to visitNovember to April

Suggested stay3 days, 2 nights

Main transportSpeedboat from Pak Bara Pier, about 1 hour 30 minutes

Best time to visitNovember to AprilPackages from / person฿2,800

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Start at Pattaya Beach and wander through Walking Street. Catch the morning light at Sunrise Beach or end the day at Sunset Beach. For snorkelling trips, check sea conditions and boat schedules before setting out. Boats to the island leave from Pak Bara Pier in Satun.

Three days on Koh Lipe

Day 1. Take the boat from Pak Bara, check in and spend the afternoon at Pattaya Beach and on Walking Street. Day 2. Start at Sunrise Beach, join a snorkelling trip if sea conditions allow, then wind down at Sunset Beach. Day 3. Enjoy a final morning by the sea before the boat back. Leave extra time for onward transfers or flights.

Koh Lipe – Long-tail boats in Koh Lipe’s shallows at sunrise — From morning light on the water to sundown at Sunset Beach

Koh Lipe – A long-tail boat silhouetted at Sunset Beach, Koh Lipe — From morning light on the water to sundown at Sunset Beach

Sources and photo credits

Travel information from the Tourism Authority of Thailand and Tarutao National Park. Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Images were resized and may be cropped in previews. Each image retains its stated license. Coastline — VascoPlanet World Photography / Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ · https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Koh_Lipe_island_coast.jpg White-sand beach — Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ · https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Koh_Lipe_(island),_Thailand.jpg Turquoise water — Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ · https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Koh_Lipe_(island),_Tropical_beach,_Thailand.jpg Boats at sunrise — WIL, CC BY 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/ · https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Koh_Lipe_Sunrise_(36192202034).jpg Sunset Beach — NeoMeesje, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ · https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sunset_at_Koh_Lipe,_Thailand.jpg

Highlights

1Pattaya Beach and Walking StreetWalk from the white-sand bay to the restaurants on Walking Street, a convenient first-evening stop after check-in.

2Sunrise BeachCome early for the first light over the eastern shore, then find breakfast near the beach.

3Sunset BeachAn evening spot on the northwest shore. Leave enough daylight for the walk back.

4Snorkelling around Koh LipeChoose snorkelling stops according to sea conditions and park notices. If you visit Koh Hin Ngam, leave the stones on the island.

What to look forward toCombine beach time, Walking Street and a boat trip in one stay.

Good to knowDuring the monsoon, sea conditions can affect boat departures and snorkelling stops.

When to visit

November to April is a good window for a beach trip. From May to October, allow extra time and check sea conditions, departures and park notices. Snorkelling trips depend on weather and which sites are open on the day.

Getting there and back

Pak Bara Pier → Koh LipeSpeedboat

About 1 hour 30 minutesCheck departures for your travel dateFind departures

Related packages

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Koh Lipe 2 Days 1 Night Snorkelling Package – Photo 1

2 days 1 nightsKoh Lipe 2 Days 1 Night Snorkelling PackageVisit Koh Khai, snorkel around Jabang, Koh Rawi, Koh Hin Ngam and Koh Yang, then spend a night on Koh Lipe before returning to Pak Bara.From฿2,800/ person

3 days 2 nightsKoh Lipe 3 Days 2 NightsSpend two nights on Koh Lipe, visit Koh Khai and enjoy a snorkelling day. Choose the high- or low-season route, with Hat Yai transfers and return boats.From฿3,850/ person

Koh Lipe 4 Days 3 Nights: Two-Day Snorkelling Escape – Photo 2

4 days 3 nightsKoh Lipe 4 Days 3 Nights: Two-Day Snorkelling EscapeSpend three nights on Koh Lipe and snorkel the inner and outer islands over two days, including Hin Ngam, Jabang, Rawi, Hin Son and Phueng.From฿5,100/ person

Map and location

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Ko Sarai, Mueang Satun District, Satun 91000, Thailand6.49,99.3

Points of interest nearby

Koh AdangNearby island and viewpoint

Koh Hin NgamPebble beach stop

Before you go

Before leaving the mainlandConfirm the check-in point with your boat operator.Leave extra time for road or flight connections.Bring a dry bag for documents and your phone.

Look after the reefWear a life jacket and follow the crew’s instructions.Avoid standing on or touching coral.Bring rubbish back to a designated bin.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I take the boat to Koh Lipe?

Speedboats leave from Pak Bara Pier in Satun and take about 1 hour 30 minutes. Confirm your departure and check-in point on your ticket.

How many days should I spend on Koh Lipe?

Three days and two nights is a good first visit. It leaves a full day for snorkelling or beach time, plus time for the boat transfers.

Can I visit Koh Lipe during the monsoon?

Check sea conditions and departures before booking. Snorkelling and some island stops may change with the weather and park notices.

Where should I stay for easy access to restaurants?

Pattaya Beach and the area around Walking Street are convenient for restaurants. Look around Sunrise Beach if you prefer early morning walks along the shore.

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