From Krabi to Koh Phi Phi Island

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About hiking to remote temples and sailing to idyllic islands  – Travel log no. 88

Back on the mainland I took a bus to Krabi. Around 5 pm I arrived at my hostel. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t welcoming at all. Still I drove out to explore the Tiger Temple on top of a near by mountain. The only barrier between me and the temple should be the 1200 steps wet after hours of rain and the setting sun. Never the less I made it up there and the view should be definitely worth the risk.

Temple, Krabi
Before going up I explored this temple next to the 1200 stairs.

The way up was treacherous and long. Especially because the steps were wet, steep and with different heights.

Tiger Temple, Krabi
Finally at the top I was still able to grasp the sunset over the cloudy peaks.
Tiger Temple, Krabi
Atop the atmosphere was a little bit spooky, being the only person around.
Tiger Temple, Thailand
Another view from the other side of the Tiger Temple.

In the morning I left to Koh Phi Phi. A little bit to early since Krabi is really worth staying longer. It is less touristy, has beautiful beaches and cool hikes.

On the trip to Koh Phi Phi I met Philipp with whom I traveled the next days.

Koh Phi Phi, Thailand
Koh Phi Phi is coming up on the horizon.

After checking into our hostel we explored the island together.

Viewpoint, Koh Phi Phi
Philipp and I sitting on a viewpoint overlooking the island of Koh Phi Phi.
Koh Phi Phi, Thailand
On top the view was even better. Here the main island and the smaller island to the left. Especially the diversity of the water color is astonishing to watch from up here.
Koh Phi Phi, Thailand
Finally being able to enjoy the whole scenery from atop a rock.

The island is just inhabited due to the tourism. Never the less if you open yourself up to the idea you can still have a great time. We made some friends and went to the Banana bar to watch an open air movie. Afterwards we went to see Muay Thai boxing where everybody can compete in a fight for a bucket of booze.

Early in the morning I explored the small island by boat.

Ko Phi Phi Lee, Thailand
Ko Phi Phi Lee with it’s famous Maya Bay comes up on the horizon.
Pileh Lagoon, Thailand
Here a view from inside the Pileh Lagoon.
Pileh Lagoon, Koh Phi Phi
And another one facing the exit.
Loh Samah Bay, Thailand
Passing through the Loh Samah Bay.
Maya Bay, Thailand
Taking the last turn to the famous Maya Bay know from the movie “The Beach” with Leonardo Di Caprio.
Maya Bay, Thailand
Hard to imagine that Leonardo actually swam over here.
Maya Bay, Koh Phi Phi
Finally the view from inside the Maya Bay.
Maya Bay, Thailand
Last but not least the panorama view. Nice place unfortunately I hurt my feet on coral when exiting the boat.

Limp but still happy I left the island to explore Phuket together with Philipp.