This information on How to go to Koh Lipe is created for those planning to visit one of the most beautiful islands in the south of Thailand.
As peak season is from November to January every year, there is only one way to go to Koh Lipe: by boat.
How to go to Koh Lipe?
Ferries are the only transport to Lipe, and they can be taken from Langkawi Island or Pak Barra in Thailand. Remember, December and January is the super-peak season on Lipe too.
As peak season is from November to January every year, there is only one way to go to Koh Lipe: by boat.
How to go to Koh Lipe?
Ferries are the only transport to Lipe, and they can be taken from Langkawi Island or Pak Barra in Thailand. Remember, December and January is the super-peak season on Lipe too.
There are no flights to Koh Lipe as there is no airport and no roads leading into the island, so getting here can be a challenge for first-timers.
Various ferry services from Langkawi and Pak Bara in Thailand offer daily ferry trips here, so you can check out the ways to go to Koh Lipe below;
Various ferry services from Langkawi and Pak Bara in Thailand offer daily ferry trips here, so you can check out the ways to go to Koh Lipe below;
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| Bundhaya Ferry to Koh Lipe from Langkawi (One of them). |
How to go to Koh Lipe from Langkawi
From Kuah Jetty to Koh Lipe
Ferry Booking Website - Thai Beach Travellers
Bundhaya Speed Boat Service from Kuah, Langkawi - Bundhaya Speed Boat
Bundhaya Speed Boat Service from Kuah, Langkawi - Bundhaya Speed Boat
Please note that the schedules have changed over the years, and you should visit the websites or check Google for any new Koh Lipe Ferry Services.
*Departure date 20th October to 15th May
Ferry from Ko Lipe to Kuah Jetty
*Departure date 20th October to 15th May
Telaga Harbour Jetty (Langkawi)
Ferry from Telaga Harbour to Koh Lipe
*Departure date 20th October
Ferry from Koh Lipe to Telaga Harbour
*Departure date 20th October
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| Ferry from Langkawi to Koh Lipe - Advertised photo. |
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| Ferry from Langkawi to Koh Lipe - What you will get, most likely. |
*Departure date - 1st November 2014 to 7th May 2015
| Trip |  Langkawi (Malaysia Time) |  Koh Lipe (Thai Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Trip 1 | Departing 0930 hrs | Arriving 1000 hrs |
| Trip 2 | Departing 1430 hrs | Arriving 1500 hrs |
Ferry from Koh Lipe to Telaga Harbour - PEAK SEASON
*Departure date - 1st November 2014 to 7th May 2015
| Trip | Koh Lipe (Thai Time) | Langkawi (Malaysia Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Trip 1 | Departing 1030 hrs | Arriving 1300 hrs |
| Trip 2 | Departing 1630 hrs | Arriving 1900 hrs |
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| Koh Lipe Floating Barge / Pontoon Drop-Off and Pick-Up Points. |
- Passengers need to check in 2 hours before departure time.
- Passports are required from Langkawi Island to Koh Lipe.
- Kuah Jetty is in Kuah Town, about 30 minutes by taxi from Langkawi Airport.
- Telaga Harbour Jetty is about 10 minutes by taxi from Langkawi Airport.
- There are no bus services in Langkawi.
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| Koh Lipe Longtail boats that transfer you from the ferries to the island. |
Arriving at Koh Lipe
- There is no jetty on Koh Lipe.
- A floating barge/pontoon is the main drop-off point outside Lipe.
- Small longtail boats come to the pontoon and take you to resorts (THB50 per person).
- When you reach the island, prepare to get your feet wet as you get off the small boats.
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| Pak Bara ferry services in town. |
Ferry from Pak Bara Jetty to Ko Lipe
*Departure Date All Year
*Depart Date 1st November - 30th April
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| Ferries can sometimes be super crowded, from Pak Bara to Lipe. |
Ferry from Ko Lipe to Pak Bara Jetty
*Departure Date All Year
*Depart Date 1st November - 30th April
Important Notes
- Passengers need to check in 2 hours before departure time
- Buy your tickets online or at the Ferry Counter! Beware of fake tickets from touts
- Boats from Pak Bara drop you at Mountain Resort and Pattaya Beach
- Pak Bara is about 2.5 hours from Hat Yai town
- Buses to and from cost THB80 one way and operate from 7am to 4pm
- Mini Vans cost THB150-300 one way per person
- Taxis cost around THB1850 to THB2000 one way for 4 persons.
If you have never been here, you may want to check the Koh Lipe Map on where the resorts or hotels are located on the island.
I was here in 2009 and 2011 before more resorts and hotels opened up, and you can read my earlier review of Koh Lipe and Getting to Koh Lipe.
I was here in 2009 and 2011 before more resorts and hotels opened up, and you can read my earlier review of Koh Lipe and Getting to Koh Lipe.
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| Pak Bara Ferry Terminal. |
Koh Lipe General Information
- The immigration office is located on Pattaya Beach (main beach).
- There is no public transport on the island.
- The Walking Street is the main attraction here.
- There are ATMs located on Ko Lipe Walking Street.
- There is Halal Food available for Muslims in Koh Lipe.
- Various shops, restaurants, bars, pharmacies, internet cafes, and massages are available.
Conclusion
If you have any questions or issues, you can contact the administrators of the booking websites directly. If you face any problems or have general questions, you can post your views here in the comment form.
I am not an agent for booking ferry tickets to Koh Lipe. I just provide information for those who want to know how to go to Koh Lipe.
If you have any questions or issues, you can contact the administrators of the booking websites directly. If you face any problems or have general questions, you can post your views here in the comment form.
I am not an agent for booking ferry tickets to Koh Lipe. I just provide information for those who want to know how to go to Koh Lipe.