Koh Lipe - The Maldives of Thailand!

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  • Опубліковано 3 гру 2024

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  • @courtneyblockley
    @courtneyblockley Рік тому +5

    Great videos. Best travel blogs we’ve watched for Thailand, and they’ve helped us to plan our visit at the end of this year. Have a drink on us.

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  11 місяців тому +2

      Thank you so much, so kind of you! Hope you had the best trip to Thailand! 😌

    • @courtneyblockley
      @courtneyblockley 11 місяців тому

      Thanks, we fly out this weekend. Cant wait 😄

  • @syednizarimranshahabudin1299
    @syednizarimranshahabudin1299 Рік тому +2

    Today im snorkeling in the clearest places where all the beutiful fishes are and im excited its my first time

  • @nipadatongkumtae9872
    @nipadatongkumtae9872 2 роки тому +9

    Another way to get to Koh Lipe is that you can travel from Hat Yai Airport which can fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport. At Hat Yai Airport, There will be a van traveling to Pak Bara Pier to continue the journey to Koh Lipe. And in the airport where you can buy a tour package including the car Speed ​​boat fee and the cost of accommodation on Koh Lipe at an affordable price. (Or package on internet) I just visited in July. It's my favorite island and I will go back again in February. I'm glad to see you guys hanging out and doing clips here. I would like to invite everyone to experience the beauty of this island a lot. And I am glad to see you both back to Thailand..Thanks so much from one Thai people

  • @brothersman524
    @brothersman524 2 роки тому +6

    Been there twice - once as a day trip from Langkawi in Malaysia in Jan 2017 and again as a 3-day visit from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi. It is definitely the Maldives of Thailand

  • @johannessburgjohan5056
    @johannessburgjohan5056 2 роки тому +5

    I have always dreamt of kayaking from one island to another there. This stimulates me.

  • @thojiro
    @thojiro 2 роки тому +5

    Thai here. Agreed with everything you said. My fav beaches of all; Phuket, Krabi, Surin, etc are all good but I still like Lipe the most. Not many tourist bc it takes more than half day to get there. It’s definitely worth it.

  • @suayhughes8103
    @suayhughes8103 2 роки тому +9

    Absolutely beautiful island 🏝

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +2

      Our favourite in Thailand for sure!

  • @mikellandamarin7057
    @mikellandamarin7057 2 роки тому +9

    Went there in 2012, the island was a paradise, but back then was already crowded with mass tourism.
    Must say i was there during Christmas.
    Anyway, we had a lo of fun there and the beaches were on the Top-3 in our 2-months trip to Thailand.

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      Oh wow Christmas here would be amazing we are going to spend Christmas in koh samui!

  • @geoandbert1454
    @geoandbert1454 2 роки тому +6

    Wow what a beautiful island. When we’re next in Thailand we’re definitely going here

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      You should 100% This island is absolutely beautiful and not as many tourists which is always a bonus!

  • @CuMentorulînVacanță
    @CuMentorulînVacanță Рік тому +4

    ❤ Wow, Koh Lipe looks absolutely stunning! The crystal-clear water and vibrant marine life truly make it seem like the Maldives of Thailand. Thanks for sharing this incredible travel experience with us.

  • @morgan6119
    @morgan6119 2 роки тому +1

    Literally on the ferry to kewve koh lipe just spent 10 days there… absolute paradise!!! Im sad to leave it l! Great video!

  • @scandinavianretrodesign5134
    @scandinavianretrodesign5134 2 роки тому +6

    Koh Kradan and Koh lipe is my favorit island in Thailand

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Yes, We would love to visit Koh Kradan too!

    • @annikamosegaard8507
      @annikamosegaard8507 2 роки тому +1

      Yes - Koh Kradan is absolutely a gem - visit it in april this year along with Koh Nghai and Koh Mook. Koh Nghai ( Koh hai ) is also a paradiset Island.

  • @ASIFYOUWERETHERE_
    @ASIFYOUWERETHERE_ Рік тому +1

    I was there in October 2023 and it was very quiet and had good weather - also did a 4K Walking Tour there showing all the best places of the island!

  • @jingjung5761
    @jingjung5761 Рік тому +2

    Welcome to Thailand every guys. 🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭

  • @Watchmaty
    @Watchmaty 2 роки тому +3

    Koh Lipe and Langkawi are so similar and spectacular , love the beach and national park there if still open

  • @senianns9522
    @senianns9522 2 роки тому +5

    I was there in the late 80's No hotels or block houses. Only a few 'sea gypsies ' (Chao Lay) living on the beach in small wooden huts. Stayed on a friends yacht. Some 'skandies' came over asking us if we had any booze to sell, they wanted Vodka we had some but at our price ! As you say a long way to go to get replenishments!

  • @GintasxxxPetrikas
    @GintasxxxPetrikas Рік тому +1

    Nice video i like Ko Lipe its bar 1 star hotel Adang resort in Sunrise beach its 5 star hotel Bulow Casa Grande resort,very best....Sunrise beach very very best....Maldives...

  • @BonanzaRoad
    @BonanzaRoad 2 роки тому +11

    Your videos are always fun, often exciting, very informative and sometimes endearingly goofy…. Love joining you on your exotic adventures! Your enthusiasm is infectious!

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Thanks a lot, Jeff appreciate that, always try to share our excitement and some information too :)

  • @scott-hamilton
    @scott-hamilton 2 роки тому +2

    Great video as always
    I need to get back to Thailand so badly!! 🔥

  • @jovimongchacha7234
    @jovimongchacha7234 Рік тому +1

    I was there December to celebrate 2023, it was packed!! So many people, and i am planning to go end of this month, I prefer low seasons 😊

  • @sarahgahrn
    @sarahgahrn Рік тому +2

    love your videos! currently planning my own island hopping tour of thailand. Was it easy to get from koh muk to kho lipe?

  • @prsnltyy
    @prsnltyy 2 роки тому +3

    We are in Ao Nang at the moment and can't wait to visit all the islands you recommended! We love your Videos, thank you for the good content!

    • @scandinavianretrodesign5134
      @scandinavianretrodesign5134 2 роки тому +1

      Try to go to Koh kradan also !

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you like them! That's awesome try to get down to Koh Lipe if you can it's our favourite island! :)

  • @anastasiya1653
    @anastasiya1653 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for the video!!! 😁Going to Koh Lipe this month. Got some great insights from you 🤩🤩🤩

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      ah so excited for you! we loved this island! ENJOY!

  • @alexanderschwarm7755
    @alexanderschwarm7755 2 роки тому +2

    Watching you is so refreshing and heartwarming, your chriping gives me good vibes 🫠

  • @LeviSouthall
    @LeviSouthall 2 роки тому +1

    Hey, great video. Were here next week, did you apply for drone insurance/complete CAAT application etc or did you just wing it?

  • @wandererroam1529
    @wandererroam1529 2 роки тому +1

    I love your video and Lipe is my dream destination. 200 Baht for a dish is quite expensive especially for Thais. I believe there must be some local market somewhere for you to choose from.

  • @dannbangkok
    @dannbangkok 2 роки тому +2

    It really is one of the best in Thailand. Great vlog again. I will follow your lead next year. 🤩

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      It really is! Definitely our favourite island!

  • @calvinatdrifterstudio8438
    @calvinatdrifterstudio8438 2 роки тому +2

    I live in Langkawi and it's just an hour away. I think I'll go over in a few days and see how it's changed. I haven't been in years!!! Nice video 💖

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      WOW, no way that's awesome! We are planning on visiting Langkawi very soon, it looks so beautiful Emilia went a few years back and she really wants to take me!

    • @calvinatdrifterstudio8438
      @calvinatdrifterstudio8438 2 роки тому

      @@Joelfriend you'll love it! Langkawi is really great but it's very different than koh lipe. You can't really snorkel here, no coral at all, but you can see some waterfalls and jungle stuff. I think that's the main attraction for backpackers (and the rice fields look like Bali) When you come you should visit the very top of seven wells waterfall and swim. You can go right to the edge in this rock bowl and it's such a beautiful view! I think the most beautiful place to stay is anywhere near Tanjung ruh beach, that's where my house is, but it's difficult to go to the main downtown area (cenang beach) unless you have a scooter. You can also just camp on the beach. It's pretty normal here
      Edit:
      You should also visit the mangrove boat tour, skull beach (there is an abandoned museum in the jungle!), And the skytrex tour

    • @calvinatdrifterstudio8438
      @calvinatdrifterstudio8438 2 роки тому

      @@Joelfriend just got back from lipe and it was great! It's very quiet compared to when I visited last time. Best restaurant I found was nee Papaya restaurant 🙏 it's full every night!!

    • @brothersman524
      @brothersman524 Рік тому

      @@calvinatdrifterstudio8438 When I was in Langkawi back in Jan 2017 staying in Pantai Cenang, I actually did a day trip to Koh Lipe from Telaga Harbour using the Bundhaya speedboat but I'm not sure if that is operational these days.. A year later, I did stay in Koh Lipe for 3 nights after staying in Ao Nang for 5 nights, Koh Phi Phi Don for 3 nights, then Koh Lanta for one night before a long and bumpy speedboat ride to Koh Lipe

  • @shelleywallis4569
    @shelleywallis4569 2 роки тому +1

    Oh nooo you made this look so good now everyone is gonna go lol!

  • @Keepintouchthailand
    @Keepintouchthailand 2 роки тому +3

    Super cool

  • @jomontanee
    @jomontanee 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for your information on price!

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      You are so welcome! Definitely recommend this island!

  • @mcboyzzzz
    @mcboyzzzz 6 місяців тому

    Which month you visited koh lipe ? Any advice on best period to go ?

  • @Frig389
    @Frig389 2 роки тому +2

    You must try Surin islands and Similan islands too😍

  • @Miinachannel81
    @Miinachannel81 2 роки тому +4

    Great vlog ❤️ the fact that total 5hrs journey from BKK airport flight to hatyai n continue by van to pakbara pier plus speedboat another 2hrs, might be reason not crowded❤️❤️✌️✌️

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the info! YES if you are coming from Bangkok flying and getting a van and boat is the best way!!

    • @calvinatdrifterstudio8438
      @calvinatdrifterstudio8438 2 роки тому +1

      @@Joelfriend it's better to fly into Langkawi international and take the boat for 30$. It's just an hour but not many people know that koh lipe can stamp your passport on the beach

  • @chantakanchannai8607
    @chantakanchannai8607 3 місяці тому

    Thank you 😊🙏 🇹🇭

  • @zoeek93
    @zoeek93 9 місяців тому

    We are going soon island hopping to koh lipe and the trang islands. Random question.. can you buy snorkels out there? We are starting in Phuket😊

  • @suhribzevolution645
    @suhribzevolution645 9 місяців тому +1

    Watching from Hatyai Thailand.

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  9 місяців тому

      Head further south! ☺️

  • @theduffrichie2050
    @theduffrichie2050 2 роки тому

    Nice. Hey just a question: should we carry our snorkel and mask along? Or they provide it cheap?

  • @kmj480
    @kmj480 Рік тому

    do you know if koh lipe's waters have great color even in july?

  • @Keepintouchthailand
    @Keepintouchthailand 2 роки тому +1

    Have you been Surin Island? Morgan village on the island and they just reopen

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      No we haven't but it's on the list, if it's reopened we may try go around Christmas time or January!

  • @emmanuelblez3356
    @emmanuelblez3356 2 роки тому

    Come to the seychelles and experience nature and real beaches seychelles island paradise on earth

  • @panpan7166
    @panpan7166 Рік тому

    ขอบคุณที่มาเที่ยวประเทศของฉัน🥰

  • @chrisbell3540
    @chrisbell3540 2 роки тому +1

    Great video guys - did you get there from Ko Muk by boat or hit the mainland?

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Yes we got a boat from Phuket to koh mook

    • @chrisbell3540
      @chrisbell3540 2 роки тому

      @@Joelfriend thanks mate. But a boat from Muk to Lipe too?

  • @Russell7
    @Russell7 2 роки тому +1

    How many nights do you recommend on Koh lipe? I’m thinking 3 nights, I’m looking at the 26 December travel from Krabi

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      I’d say at least 3 nights we really enjoyed it but prefer to travel slower so don’t mind chilling let lots

  • @johnsullivan6843
    @johnsullivan6843 2 роки тому +1

    Wonderful content here!

  • @jinggo1053
    @jinggo1053 2 роки тому

    When was this?, is it Nov 2022?, is Lipe Inn really opened?, because during pandemic it was closed. I did stay here in 2018, and planning to stay again in March next year. I'm from malaysia

  • @meiyanlee1058
    @meiyanlee1058 5 місяців тому

    Hi, may I know what is the hotel name that you stayed?

  • @ursulaursulaa6248
    @ursulaursulaa6248 2 роки тому

    I love your video. Hello from Slovenia💕

  • @Warasatit
    @Warasatit 2 роки тому

    Like this vdo🎉 so much Good sound and good views 😊 I am Thais .

  • @nickolasmccarthy3910
    @nickolasmccarthy3910 2 роки тому

    What drone do you use?

  • @jacknuttall9206
    @jacknuttall9206 2 роки тому

    Did you get any vaccines before goin se Asia g? Tryna go next year, Google recommends typhoid, rabies, dipthyria, things like that yano..just wondered if most backpackers get them or not. Nice one

  • @สุทธิศักดิ์มธุรพงศากุล

    Lepi island is white sand beach and Turquoise sea water , bright sky.😲😉👍❤️🏝🏖

  • @Flashray13
    @Flashray13 2 роки тому

    You should try scuba in Koh Lipe.

  • @Keepintouchthailand
    @Keepintouchthailand 2 роки тому +1

    Tropical island 👍🏻

  • @jakkapankumdee4748
    @jakkapankumdee4748 2 роки тому +2

    hey brooo....I live in Bangkok ,I plan to be there on of december2022

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      That's awesome the best way is probably to fly to Had Yai and then take a van and boat to Koh Lipe!

  • @joshclevely7656
    @joshclevely7656 2 роки тому +1

    Where’s your backpack from that you had on when kayaking

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      amzn.to/3hSVB3v It's from Amazon, I recommend a 20 Litre I have a 30 litre and probably slightly too big

  • @kimtejedor
    @kimtejedor 2 роки тому

    I been there 2 years ago and i vlog there too.

  • @mrwongus
    @mrwongus 2 роки тому

    Nice video. It is so beautiful, there’s no one here! I wonder why? By the way everything is nearly double the price…

  • @walkietalkietraveller2932
    @walkietalkietraveller2932 2 роки тому +1

    any thoughts from anyone on the best diving location for absolute beginners ?

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      Koh Tao is a great place to learn we have a video on diving there, we went with La bombona dive school

  • @walkingestonian
    @walkingestonian Рік тому

    Interesting. You said that there is nobody. I was there in 2019 and it had a lot of tourists.

  • @benjamesv
    @benjamesv Рік тому

    Did you guys take anti malaria tablets while you were exploring Southern Thailand?

  • @NR21JB
    @NR21JB 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful ❤️

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      Such a beautiful island!

  • @znba8823
    @znba8823 Рік тому

    เกาะกระดานเป็นเกาะที่มีชายหาดที่สวยที่สุดในโลกปี 2023 ครับ อยู่ที่จังหวัดตรัง

  • @Newbie191
    @Newbie191 2 роки тому

    If Koh Lipe at Satoon Province too far…Let’s try Koh Munnork at Rayong province is Private island nice and peaceful also

  • @Adtk2535
    @Adtk2535 2 роки тому +1

    Tachai island 4th at Similan
    PP island in phuket
    Payam island in ranong
    Maya bay in phuket
    Koh khai nok in phuket
    Koh khai nai in phuket

  • @armunro
    @armunro 2 роки тому

    Failed the Thai test: how to remove the rubber band! Just joking. Looks really beautiful and amazing. Great video.

  • @crazyfalang8420
    @crazyfalang8420 Рік тому +1

    Not many people know about this. I've planned to go here and now I've seen your videos I'm convinced. I've seen online comments about litter on beaches etc but from your videos it's not true

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  Рік тому +1

      I'd say there are a few parts with a bit of litter, but the locals and restaurants most likely clean the beaches every day as that's what tourists like

    • @crazyfalang8420
      @crazyfalang8420 Рік тому

      @@Joelfriend thanks for confirming mate. I've been wanting to go here since just before covid. Been to so many other islands but this one just seems that extra special. Enjoy your travels

  • @marcoprolo7318
    @marcoprolo7318 2 роки тому +1

    Nice place but I will be travelling alone this year so I could feel isolated there.

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      I understand but there are hostels on the island, a good chance of meeting people in them! :)

  • @JohnDoe-Alien
    @JohnDoe-Alien 4 місяці тому

    The prices never used to be so high but I guess they figured out people would pay so they just dialed it up.

  • @quokkaYT
    @quokkaYT Рік тому +1

    Crazy how different 2 months makes, was there last week and it was super crowded. Gorgeous place, just not the low key island I had in mind

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  Рік тому +1

      No way, that’s crazy it was so quiet and peaceful!

  • @ThilinaSL
    @ThilinaSL Рік тому

    nice vlog

  • @francisinghels9765
    @francisinghels9765 2 роки тому

    I guess you never went to Koh Tachai??

  • @easterwan70
    @easterwan70 Рік тому

    It’s not expensive for me. Bali is more expensive than this.. but I like Koh lipe soooooo much

  • @Pucky-4345
    @Pucky-4345 2 роки тому

    She's adorable

  • @k_c_chen
    @k_c_chen 2 роки тому

    Glad to see you guys back in Thailand. Great videos.
    Hope you didn’t feed the dog Oreos… chocolate is really bad for dogs. 😮

  • @luceinbattaglia9425
    @luceinbattaglia9425 2 роки тому +1

    The black sand is caused by the boats and the fuel that leaks in the sea unfortunately 🤨 No volcanoes nor volcanic sand in this part of Asia..😅

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Oh wow that's interesting, weird how its only on this one beach

    • @luceinbattaglia9425
      @luceinbattaglia9425 2 роки тому

      @@Joelfriend no buddy is everywhere in Thailand it just depends by the currents and winds, that’s why some beach are affected others not. Think that even the color of some white beaches became more brownish due to this after years and years.. It’s terrible!

    • @giorgiobiscaro
      @giorgiobiscaro 2 роки тому

      Nope: pollution in south-eastern Asia is a serious issue, but the grayish sand is due to tourmaline fragments.

  • @Keepintouchthailand
    @Keepintouchthailand 2 роки тому

    👍🏻

  • @jjyolo7249
    @jjyolo7249 2 роки тому +1

    So, if there are no tourists...what do the two of you identify as?🙃

    • @thojiro
      @thojiro 2 роки тому

      Your comment..Seriously?

  • @黎明-q2y
    @黎明-q2y 7 місяців тому

    i need chinere please!

  • @jakejake2577
    @jakejake2577 2 роки тому +1

    “It said online it takes 30 - 40 minutes, I think we come up in about 25 minutes. So if your a bit faster you will get up here quicker” ….. oh really ? 😂😂

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +1

      ahaha, be quick and it'll be less!

  • @thanaang1455
    @thanaang1455 2 роки тому

    Because it is rather far and expensive.

  • @RoyHooper-b5b
    @RoyHooper-b5b 2 місяці тому

    Izaiah Groves

  • @75blackwater
    @75blackwater Рік тому

    Koh Lipe is certainly a nice island, but is it the prettiest? In my opinion it's not that obvious.I think you can find much nicer islands in Thailand. Koh Similan with the beautiful Ao Kueak Beach and Sail Rock. In my opinion, Koh Surin is also a nicer island

  • @kayflip2233
    @kayflip2233 2 роки тому

    Careful petting the strays. Many have rabies and tourists have died after getting bit.

  • @santorini8423
    @santorini8423 Рік тому

    but youre there...

  • @DuneKraftwerk
    @DuneKraftwerk 2 роки тому

    Not sure...I went there in 2015 , waiting a long time to get to a crowded speed boat and get bored after 2 days.Please do not push it too much to get clicks on this video. The beach is small and full of long tail boats. But hey..cool video no reflecting the reality. You may mentioned the plastics bottle and garbage along the beach

  • @CalleP413
    @CalleP413 2 роки тому +1

    Been there 4 times since 2011, I hope they stop developing because so much has happened since then 😢

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Yeah, keep the island how it is, it's beautiful!

    • @emmanuelblez3356
      @emmanuelblez3356 2 роки тому

      Come to the seychelles island 🏝 paradise on earth

  • @cellphonesagas1442
    @cellphonesagas1442 Рік тому

    So you fed a dog Oreos... Aka chocolate. Hmmm

  • @smcyfs9477
    @smcyfs9477 2 роки тому

    No one's there, I wonder why? 200 baht for a fruit salad maybe?

  • @sharifazmy4921
    @sharifazmy4921 8 місяців тому

    "please don't feed the fish" like :)

  • @francofrogg
    @francofrogg 2 місяці тому

    Seychelles in Polynesia? 🤣

  • @samsmith8870
    @samsmith8870 Рік тому

    So is it cheaper to go with a girlfriend or not? Based on what you said I think the average person could get by on a thousand dollars US per month. So I guess my question is, can you save money by bringing someone else?

  • @felinetropical8822
    @felinetropical8822 3 місяці тому

    "clearest water in the whole of thailand". Really? How does it compare to Similan?

  • @lostmoon77
    @lostmoon77 2 роки тому +23

    I miss COVID lockdowns. I t was a great two years not seeing farangs like these ruin Thailand.

    • @clayree1
      @clayree1 Рік тому +24

      Guessing the writer of this comment is most likely a farang themselves 😅😅😅 no place else in the world where travellers like to think they are the only ones who are ‘real travellers’, more than Thailand.😅

    • @beingnational3964
      @beingnational3964 Рік тому +4

      Then who would feed Thailand.😂

    • @Avation911
      @Avation911 Рік тому +1

      Racist

    • @seanpk78
      @seanpk78 8 місяців тому +1

      Dude you’re an actual farang yourself 😂

  • @kmoore3
    @kmoore3 2 роки тому

    Seychelles is in Africa lol

  • @brandonthailand2062
    @brandonthailand2062 8 місяців тому

    Do not give dogs chocolate

  • @MrWalter2202
    @MrWalter2202 Рік тому

    Ko Lipe, no thank you! Coming from other places to Ko Lipe was just disappointing high prices, low quality, unfriendly, indifferent and arrogant service stuff… That is Ko Lupe. The so called walking street is a driving street as well for crazy scooter and taxi drivers looking for their kick driving as fast and close as possible between the mass of people, who are scrolling up and down this street. This island has cristal clear water, and because of the beautiful beaches it could have been a real paradise, but rubbish (not on the beaches) everywhere in the middle of the island makes it suffer. Bye bye, and never again!

  • @brandonthailand2062
    @brandonthailand2062 8 місяців тому

    Do not give dogs chocolate