Phi Phi Island Travel Guide: Tips for a Budget-Friendly and Fun Trip!

This time, I went to Phi Phi Island without joining a group tour. I found an agent myself, bargained, and had an incredibly free and enjoyable experience!

For the journey there, I booked a ferry on Taobao for just 95 RMB! The standard cabin had air conditioning and included pick-up service. It took about two hours to reach Tonsai Pier—super convenient!

The best part was renting a long-tail boat after arriving! Turn left after exiting the pier, and you'll find boat number 21. The young boatman was very friendly. Initially, it was 2,500 THB for 4 people for 3 hours, but I managed to negotiate it down to 1,600 THB! The boat had soft cushions, making it very comfortable to sit on. However, remember to bring your own anti-fog diving mask, as the boat doesn’t provide one! Near Viking Cave, there were plenty of fish, so bring some bread to feed them—it’s super fun!

For the return trip, I casually found an agent along Patong Road and bought tickets for a 4 PM speedboat back to Phuket. I bargained it down to 750 THB per person, and it even included a car ride back to the hotel—such a great deal!

The weather was amazing this time, and the sea was so beautiful it seemed to glow. I had a relaxing and fun day, much freer than joining a group tour! If you’re planning a trip to Phi Phi Island, feel free to use this as a reference!

Post by Krittkin | Sep 3, 2025