⚠ Important: Koh Lipe is accessible by ferry only during high season (November – May). The island is largely closed to tourists during the low season (June – October) due to monsoon conditions. Always verify ferry schedules before travel.
Ferry & Transport Routes to Koh Lipe
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From Bangkok
- 1. Fly Bangkok → Hat Yai or Trang (1.5 h)
- 2. Minivan to Pak Bara pier (90 min from Hat Yai)
- 3. Speedboat Pak Bara → Koh Lipe (90 min)
Ferry from Pak Bara
Departures: 09:30, 11:30, 13:30
Last boat: 13:30 — do not miss it!
Last boat: 13:30 — do not miss it!
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From Langkawi, Malaysia
- 1. Direct ferry Langkawi → Koh Lipe
- 2. Journey time: approx. 1.5 h (only 40 km)
- 3. Immigration at Koh Lipe “Floating Border”
High season only
Tigerline & Bundhaya Speed Ferry.
Book in advance during peak season.
Book in advance during peak season.
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From Phuket / Krabi / Phi Phi
- 1. Direct speedboat (high season, 4–5 h)
- 2. Or fly Phuket / Krabi → Hat Yai + ferry
- 3. Advance booking strongly recommended
Operators
Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club,
Bundhaya Speed Ferry
Bundhaya Speed Ferry
Pak Bara → Koh Lipe Ferry Schedule
| Departure | Arrival (est.) | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 | 11:00 | Speedboat | Recommended — earliest arrival |
| 11:30 | 13:00 | Speedboat | Popular mid-morning departure |
| 13:30 | 15:00 | Speedboat | LAST BOAT — do not be late |
ⓘ Times may vary seasonally. Always confirm with your ferry operator 24 h before travel. National park fee (approx. 200 THB) payable on arrival.
On Koh Lipe
Koh Lipe is a small, car-free island. Once you arrive at the pier (either Pattaya Beach or the long-tail drop-off), Green View Beach Bungalow is a short walk along the beach. Our staff will be waiting at the pier to help with your luggage.
- ✓We are on Pattaya Beach — the main beach on the south side
- ✓Walking distance from all restaurants and shops on Walking Street
- ✓Our staff meets guests at the pier with luggage trolleys
- ✓GPS coordinates: 7.2535° N, 99.3549° E
Practical Tips for Your Journey
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Book Ferries EarlyFerries sell out in peak season (Dec – Jan, Thai New Year). Book at least 1 week ahead.💴
Pack LightSmall backpacks work better than wheeled suitcases for long-tail boat transfers and beach walking.💲
Bring Thai BahtThere is one ATM on the island (often out of cash). Bring enough baht for your entire stay.☀
Sunscreen on the FerryApply reef-safe sunscreen before boarding. The Andaman sun is intense even at sea.🏴
Passports RequiredKoh Lipe is inside a national park. Keep your passport and entry stamp ready for park fee payment.📷
Power BankSolar power means occasional brief outages. A charged power bank is always useful on the island.