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In-Depth Information
Ko Phi-Phi & the Southern Andaman Coast
Why Go?
Island hoppers, this is your dreamland. The south is the quieter half of the Andaman coast;
even the regional star, Ko Phi-Phi, can't rival the glam and crowds of Phuket. Just slowly
putter from white-sand isle to white-sand isle - and prepare for serious relaxation, outdoor
fun and chummy nights at beachside bars.
Social seekers will love the developed beauties, such as Ko Phi-Phi and Ko Lanta,
where you can party into the wee hours and meet plenty of fellow ramblers on the beach
yet still find a peaceful strip of sand. And roads less travelled are just next door: head
down through the lightly developed Trang Islands to the even-less-visited Satun Province
to find powder-white beaches, outrageous snorkelling and plenty of spicy southern Thai
culture.
When to Go
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The weather can be a big concern for travellers in this region. The Andaman coast re-
ceives more rain than the southern gulf provinces, with May to October being the months
of heaviest rainfall. During this time passenger boats to some islands, such as Ko Tarutao,
are suspended. If you find the weather on the Andaman coast unpleasant, you can easily
travel to the southwestern gulf coast, where you're more likely to find the sun shining.
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Top daytime temperatures average 32°C year-round with high humidity during the wet
season.
Best Places to Eat
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Kruthara (
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Nee Papaya (
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Trang Night Market (
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Lanta Seafood (
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Libong Beach Resort (
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