Songkran Festival
Koh Lipe, Thailand • INR 4617 - INR 49490 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Mar
23°C – 31°C, warm, mostly dry weather with gentle sea breezes, high crowds, peak season
23°C – 31°C, warm, mostly dry weather with gentle sea breezes, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Outdoor events on sand/streets; walking and standing required.
Outdoor events on sand/streets; walking and standing required.
Value for money
Medium
Prices are higher, but experience is generally positive.
Prices are higher, but experience is generally positive.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the lively but relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for a tropical escape!
Unique Celebration
Travelers found the Songkran on Koh Lipe to be a unique experience. Highly recommended.
Fun Water
The water fights were a blast. Couples enjoyed the fun and festive atmosphere!
Overcrowded Streets
Couples noted that Walking Street was very crowded. Book ahead to avoid issues.
Pricey Island
Visitors felt that Koh Lipe was more expensive than mainland Thailand. Budget accordingly.
Limited Fresh
Some couples noted the water fights were short due to limited resources.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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
LOW
-
Open
Not recommended
January
HIGH
23-31°C
Warm, mostly dry weather with gentle sea breezes. Excellent visibility and calm seas; rain is rare.
Warm, mostly dry weather with gentle sea breezes. Excellent visibility and calm seas; rain is rare.
Open
Advance booking required for accommodation and some ferry routes due to high demand.
Advance booking required for accommodation and some ferry routes due to high demand.
Recommended
Popular time to visit Koh Lipe for sunny weather, vibrant nightlife, and full tour operations. Ideal for diving and island-hopping.
Popular time to visit Koh Lipe for sunny weather, vibrant nightlife, and full tour operations. Ideal for diving and island-hopping.
February
HIGH
23-32°C
Very warm, dry, and sunny. Perfect beach weather with calm seas and excellent outdoor conditions.
Very warm, dry, and sunny. Perfect beach weather with calm seas and excellent outdoor conditions.
Open
Popular ferries and hotels may sell out. Early booking strongly advised.
Popular ferries and hotels may sell out. Early booking strongly advised.
Recommended
One of the best months for Koh Lipe. Water clarity is at its best for snorkeling and diving. All local businesses operate at full capacity.
One of the best months for Koh Lipe. Water clarity is at its best for snorkeling and diving. All local businesses operate at full capacity.
March
MEDIUM
24-33°C
Hot and mostly dry. Slight increase in humidity and chance of brief rain showers late in the month.
Hot and mostly dry. Slight increase in humidity and chance of brief rain showers late in the month.
Open
Some last-minute accommodation may be available, but pre-booking is recommended.
Some last-minute accommodation may be available, but pre-booking is recommended.
Recommended
Great for visitors seeking fewer crowds but reliable weather. Full range of tours and activities is available.
Great for visitors seeking fewer crowds but reliable weather. Full range of tours and activities is available.
How to get there
Bike
Boat
Car
Ferry
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages up to 99