Snorkeling in Phi Phi Island, Phi Phi Islands Overview

The Phi Phi Islands have some of southern Thailand’s best snorkelling spots sought after by tourists. Snorkelling is the best way to explore its magnificent limestone mountains, deep sea caves, and surreal waves of colourful fish, sea turtles and corals. The top snorkelling havens include Hin Klang, Bamboo Island, Loh Sama, Pileh Lagoon, and Long Beach. One can rent snorkels here at just THB 1,500 and dive in.

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Best Places for Snorkeling in Phi Phi Islands

  •  Pileh Bay Lagoon
    Not just for Kayaking, Pileh Bay Lagoon is also a great place to snorkel. Sergeant Majors and bright parrotfish can easily be spotted in its clear waters. The best time to go snorkelling here is during the high tides.

  • Hin Klang
    Hin Klang is an underwater reef or coral mountain that cannot be seen from the surface. Located 2km offshore right in front of Laem Tong Beach in the north of Phi Phi, it is easily accessible and a delightful place to snorkel.

  • Maya Bay
    Maya Bay in Koh Phi Phi Leh has exceptionally clear water and is excellent for snorkelling, but you can only enter by boat between November and April.

  • Loh Sama
    Also known as Sama Bay in Thai, Loh Sama is situated on the eastern side of Koh Phi Phi Leh. Featuring a small islet in the centre of the bay and a beach at the back of a small canyon, Loh Sama is another excellent spot for snorkelling.

  • Bamboo Island
    The uninhabited Bamboo Island has some beautiful coral reefs underneath that can be explored by snorkelling.

  • Mosquito Island 
    The southeastern tip of Mosquito Island is a dream for snorkellers, as it has some stunning coral reefs and a wide range of marine life.

  • Monkey Beach
    Monkey Beach close to Tonsai Beach is another fantastic snorkelling spot with its shallow waters that allow you to see all the vivid life underwater.

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