Laemtong Beach on Koh Phi Phi Don's north eastern side is only accessible by boat, making it an excellent spot for a relaxing and quiet holiday. The almost 1km beach is only peaceful apart from the noise of longtail boats and speed boats ferrying passengers to Tonsai Village or Bamboo Island. Laemtong Beach has plenty of bars, restaurants to keep you busy.

A handful of resorts occupy the north east side of Phi Phi Don Including Phi Phi Erawan Palms Resort, Phi Phi Natural Resort, Phi Phi Holiday Resort, Saii Phi Phi Island Village, and Outrigger Phi Phi Resort. Book Ferry & Speed Boat Tickets from Laemtong with pick up from Laemtong pier in the high season.

Laemtong Beach

Laemtong for ferry and speed boat transfer at the north east of Phi Phi Don that can drop visitors to Tonsai pier and get connecting boats to Phuket and Krabi.

Note: There are no ATMs at Laemtong Beach, so be sure to withdraw enough cash in Tonsai or before arriving.

How to Get to Laemtong Beach

The easiest way to get to Laemtong Beach on Phi Phi Don Island is by ferry from Phuket and Krabi.

From Phuket the ferry stops at Tonsai Pier which takes 2 hours from Phuket and then has second stop at Laemtong Beach Pier which takes 30 minutes by speed boat from Tonsai Pier or you can take the speed boat option which only takes 1 hour from Phuket to Tonsai Pier.

Laemtong Beach drop off point

Laemtong Beach serves a central connection for the passengers for the various beach front resorts and the drop off by speed boat is directly at the beach, there is no pier drop off operating now.

Top Activities & Experiences

Water Sports: The beach is ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving, with a coral reef and a dramatic drop-off reachable by swimming just offshore.

Island Hopping: You can easily rent a longtail boat to visit the nearby uninhabited Bamboo Island (Koh Mai Phai) or Mosquito Island (Koh Jung), which are visible from the shore.

Cultural Visit: Explore the local Sea Gypsy (Chao Leh) village at the northern end of the beach to experience their unique heritage and traditional lifestyle.

Scenic Strolls: A hilltop footpath connects Laem Tong to Loh Bagao Bay, offering a pleasant 30-minute walk through the island's interior.

Dining & Nightlife

The atmosphere remains quiet after 10 PM, as there are no clubs or loud parties in this area. 

Jasmin Restaurant: A favorite for authentic, affordable Thai food and fresh seafood prepared by the local sea gypsy community.

Sawasdee Restaurant: A casual, open-sided venue perfect for beachside dining.

Sunset Bar: Located at the Holiday Inn, it offers stunning elevated views of the sunset over the Andaman Sea

Resorts near Laemtong Beach

Phi Phi Erawan Palms Resort https://www.pperawanpalms.com/

Phi Phi Natural Resort https://www.phiphinatural.com/

Phi Phi Holiday Resort https://www.phiphiholidayresort.com/

SAii Phi Phi Island Village https://www.saiiresorts.com/phiphiisland/village/

Outrigger Phi Phi Island Resort https://www.outrigger.com/thailand/outrigger-phi-phi-island-resort