Koh Lipe

Koh Lipe is located approximately 50km from the mainland (Satun Province) and is part of the Butang Islands in Tarutao National Marine Park. Long white sandy beaches, friendly Chao Ley culture, breathtakingly clear crystal water, and laid-back style atmosphere making this beautiful island a hideaway retreat heaven. Koh Lipe is also your first or last stop of your Asia overland trip thanks to its close proximity to Langkawi, Malaysia and other popular Thailand's southern tourist destinations.

Pattaya, Sunlight, Sunset and Karma Beaches are four main beaches of this beautiful Koh Lipe island. All beaches are accessible by footpaths and it takes about an hour or two to stroll the entire island. Chao Ley who mainly derive their livelihood from fishing are original local inhabitants. Due to the recent tourist boom of the island, they have opened up restaurants serving local food, boat tours and taxi services. Approximately 600 accommodation units on Koh Lipe, ranging from tents on the beach to the panoramic oceanview luxury villas. There are no cars and very limited amount of motorbikes.There is also a newly improved medical center with basic medical facilities.

Operating Seasons

low season - June-October
high season - November-May

Peak Periods
Loy Kratong: November 24
H.M The King's Birthday: December 5
Christmas & New Years Eve: December 24th-Jan1
Chinese New Year: February 7
Thai New Year (Songkran Festival): April 13-17

Kop Lipe's beautiful beaches