Phi Phi Leh Island, where Maya Bay is located, is still open to tourists, and although Maya Beach itself is off limits, visitors can still enjoy the stunning views of Maya Bay from a boat.
Thailand’s world famous Maya Beach may have been shut down to protect its environment from too much love, but the Tourism Authority of Thailand is still encouraging tourists to take a peek at the beach – from a distance.
Phi Phi Leh Island, where Maya Bay is located, is still open to tourists, and although Maya Beach itself is off limits, visitors can still enjoy the stunning views of Maya Bay from a boat.
Diving and snorkelling trips around Phi Phi are also running as usual.
Visitors can stay overnight on Phi Phi Don Island and enjoy other beaches and bays of Krabi’s Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park.
From Phi Phi Don Island, long-tail boats can be hired for a day cruise to view Maya Bay, visit Pileh Lagoon and Bamboo Island.
Day trips can also be made from Krabi and Phuket to the national park.