Welcome to paper island
Koh Lipe (sometimes referred to as Koh Leepeeh or Koh Leepay)is a small island in the Southern Thai province of Satun, and is situated in the Andaman Sea. The island is part of the Tarutao National Marine Park, a large group of over 70 islands. Koh Lipe is part of a smaller cluster of 10 island, about 70 kilometres off shore. All of the islands can be visited on day trips, and the largest island in the group, Koh Adang, has bungalows ran by the National Park Authority. The name "Koh Lipe" means paper Island in the local Chao Ley(or Urak Lawoi or Sea Gypsy) language.
High & Low Season
From November until May daily ferries connect Koh Lipe to Pak Barra, Langkawi, Koh Lanta, Trang, Koh Ngai, Koh Muk and Koh Bulon. From may until November weekly ferries service Koh Lipe from Pak Barra. Most ferries depart from Pak Barra, a small fishing town close to Satun. Peak season on Koh Lipe is December and January, when advanced bookings are recommended and the island completely fills up.