Snorkel coral reefs at Mosquito Island
Phi Phi, Thailand • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
22°C – 31°C, january offers pleasant weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for snorkeling, high crowds, peak season
22°C – 31°C, january offers pleasant weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for snorkeling, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and stairs required.
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and stairs required.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey, but beautiful scenery and marine life.
Pricey, but beautiful scenery and marine life.
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Summarised by AI
Stunning Waters
Couples enjoyed the vibrant marine life, even with the island's closure. Snorkeling was still great.
Relaxing Escape
The boat trip was a perfect way for couples to enjoy the stunning scenery and quiet waters.
Beautiful Views
Couples found the boat trip around Mosquito Island's waters to be a romantic and memorable experience.
Closed Island
Travelers were disappointed that they couldn't land on Mosquito Island due to the closure.
Limited Access
Couples found the lack of access to the island itself to be a significant drawback.
Overcrowded Tours
Some couples felt tours to nearby spots were too crowded, impacting the romantic experience.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
24-30°C
December offers near-perfect weather with minimal rainfall and clear skies, ideal for beach activities and snorkeling.
December offers near-perfect weather with minimal rainfall and clear skies, ideal for beach activities and snorkeling.
Open
Tour operators are fully operational, but Mosquito Island remains temporarily closed to all tourist boats by the Department of National Parks, with no official date for reopening.
Tour operators are fully operational, but Mosquito Island remains temporarily closed to all tourist boats by the Department of National Parks, with no official date for reopening.
Recommended
December is an excellent time for snorkeling in the Phi Phi Islands, with optimal weather conditions. However, expect higher prices and crowded sites. Alternative snorkeling locations are available, but Mosquito Island remains closed.
December is an excellent time for snorkeling in the Phi Phi Islands, with optimal weather conditions. However, expect higher prices and crowded sites. Alternative snorkeling locations are available, but Mosquito Island remains closed.
January
HIGH
22-31°C
January offers pleasant weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for snorkeling.
January offers pleasant weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for snorkeling.
Closed
Mosquito Island is closed to tourists to preserve its natural beauty and marine ecosystem.
Mosquito Island is closed to tourists to preserve its natural beauty and marine ecosystem.
Recommended
January is an excellent time for snorkeling in the Phi Phi Islands due to favorable weather conditions. However, expect higher prices and crowds. Note that Mosquito Island is closed to tourists.
January is an excellent time for snorkeling in the Phi Phi Islands due to favorable weather conditions. However, expect higher prices and crowds. Note that Mosquito Island is closed to tourists.
February
HIGH
22-33°C
February continues with favorable weather, featuring warm temperatures and low rainfall.
February continues with favorable weather, featuring warm temperatures and low rainfall.
Closed
Mosquito Island remains closed to tourists for conservation efforts.
Mosquito Island remains closed to tourists for conservation efforts.
Recommended
February offers excellent snorkeling conditions with warm weather and calm seas. Be prepared for high tourist density and costs. Mosquito Island remains inaccessible.
February offers excellent snorkeling conditions with warm weather and calm seas. Be prepared for high tourist density and costs. Mosquito Island remains inaccessible.
March
MEDIUM
23-33°C
March experiences warm temperatures with slightly increased rainfall compared to previous months.
March experiences warm temperatures with slightly increased rainfall compared to previous months.
Closed
Mosquito Island remains closed to tourists to protect its environment.
Mosquito Island remains closed to tourists to protect its environment.
Recommended
March provides good snorkeling opportunities with warm weather and fewer crowds. Prices may be more reasonable. Mosquito Island remains closed.
March provides good snorkeling opportunities with warm weather and fewer crowds. Prices may be more reasonable. Mosquito Island remains closed.
How to get there
Boat
Ferry
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required