Longtail Boat Taxis
Phi Phi Island transportation is basically limited to foot power and water power -meaning boats. The most common type of Phi Phi Island transportation for longer trips is the longtail boat taxi service.
Most of your transportation will be by foot as you walk around the villages of this tiny island. You will need to take a longtail boat taxi for longer trips. These economic and fun water taxis are a great way to get around while also adding some fun to your trip.
These boat taxis go to/from all the beaches so it is pretty easy to get around and since many holiday travelers are looking to go to beaches or nearby destinations it is very convenient.
The cost for longtail boat taxis is very reasonable, about 40 baht during the day and 80 baht at night. You can charter the taxi for yourself for about 100 baht.
Getting around Phi Phi Island by foot and water taxi is very easy and the absence of cars makes it even more of a tropical paradise. There are no blaring horns and sirens, no traffic piling up, it's all about beaches, fun and sun. Enjoy taking the longtail boat taxis and view them as a great part of an amazing trip.
Phi Phi Island Transportation - By Foot
The easiest way and the way you will get around most of your holiday is by foot. There are a web of foot paths that will take you around the village and virtually anywhere you want to go that isn't too far. For those longer trips you will take the longtail boat taxis.
You will want to wear comfortable footwear when in Phi Phi Island, a mistake some first time travelers to the island make. Sensible shoes will be your best friend when visiting Phi Phi Island.
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