The Dark Side of Koh Phi Phi's Tourism: A Wake-Up Call for Responsible Travel

Koh Phi Phi was not what we expected. Was it beautiful - absolutely! But there is a darker side to the island that many vloggers just do not talk about.
Tourism has affected the sustainability of the environment and it doesn't look like anyone is really doing enough to prevent it. Is it worth wrecking an ecosystem for the perfect selfie or video?
We stayed on Koh Phi Phi for 3 nights but chose not to go to Maya Bay where the movie The Beach starring Leonardo DiCaprio was filmed because we didn't want to be part of the reason why the beach remains closed. That's right, you can no longer swim at Maya Bay!
When you head over the Koh Phi Phi, be prepared for mayhem. There are people everywhere during the day. Night time is a lot better because only the people staying on the island are around so there are no crowds at all and the vibe is very chill.
The Dark Side of Koh Phi Phi's Tourism: A Wake-Up Call for Responsible Travel
21 March 2023
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[@alandeb]

It’s still a beautiful place to see but just a little sad at the same time.

[@ReadFinance]

I am shocked that more people aren't swimming in that water.

[@alandeb]

The other side of the island is a nicer swimming spot, but I’m saying that there were hardly any people swimming there either.

[@janread1673]

There were way tooooo many boats when we were there about 16 years ago….tricky to snorkel in the bay.. im saddened by the look of the islands now compared to years ago . The commercialism is maybe necessary but ruins a previously beautiful island.

[@elizabethbarrows9374]

You’re right. Koh Phi Phi isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. I know I’ll never go back.

[@alandeb]

Hopefully they find a way to keep it sustainable for the future. 🙃😊

[@Junkitup]

Eat some yaba you won't need a burger for a mth ,you just pair wingers

[@alandeb]

Will leave the yaba for you! Guess sometimes the truth hurts but no need to take it personally. 👍🏻

[@dorseylandria6119]

38 dollars at burger 🍔 king???? Is that American or Australian dollars? Either way.....fuck that

[@alandeb]

😂😂😂 Exactly! It was Aussie dollars, still about $25 US

[@dorseylandria6119]

@@alandeb yeah. That's bullcrap. Thanks for the video. Keep em coming.

[@alandeb]

No worries Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@biskeybee]

Paradise ruined

[@alandeb]

Hopefully it can all be turned around again one day in the future.