Review : Koh Lipe to Koh Tao

Koh Lipe is a small, tropical island in Satun Province, Thailand, located in the Andaman Sea near the Malaysian border. Known as the “Maldives of Thailand,” Koh Lipe is famous for its pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life. It is part of the Tarutao National Marine Park.

Koh Tao is part of the Chumphon Province, along with Koh Samui and Koh Phangan, and is one of the best places in the world to learn scuba diving due to its affordable courses and crystal-clear waters.

Traveling from Koh Lipe to Koh Tao involves multiple transfers as there is no direct boat or flight between the two islands. It is very long journey. However, This trip is suitable for fit travelers who have limited time to explore Thailand, but it is worth it because you get to experience the best places in Thailand on 2 islands.

Koh Lipe to Koh Tao

Trip: Speedboat + Minivan+ Minivan +Night Boat

Speedboat from Koh Lipe to Pak Bara Pier

Check in at : BARAMEE Speedboat Counter at Pattaya Beach
Departure Time : at 09:30 a.m.
Duration: ~1.5 hours
Cost: ~650-900 THB
Arrival: Pak Bara Pier (Satun Province)
Arrival Time : 11:00 a.m.

Minivan from Pak Bara Pier to Krabi

Check in at Jolly Travel Counter at 11:00 a.m.
Departure Time at 11:30 a.m.
Duration: ~5 hours
Cost: ~600-900 THB
Arrival Time at 16:00
Drop off and change a minivan at Krabi Transport and Travel

Minivan from Krabi to Surat Thani [Ban don Pier -Night Boat Pier]

Departure Time : 16:30 p.m.
Duration: ~3-4 hours
Cost: ~700-1,000 THB
Arrival Time : 19:30 p.m.
Noted : May be drop off a pasenger at Surat thani Town before. After that go to Night Boat pier.

Ferry from Surat Thani to Koh Tao

Check in : at Ban don Pier at 20:00 p.m.
Departure Time : at 22:00 p.m.
Duration: ~4-5 hours
Cost: ~500-700 THB
Arrivat Time : at 05:00 a.m.
Important ! The night boat company is change everyday. It could not be fixed. Depend on the timetable of ferry.