Scuba Diving Phi Phi Islands: A Huge Surprise?! (Costs, Food, Logistics)

Is scuba diving in Koh Phi Phi worth it in 2026? In this honest Phi Phi diving guide, we explore dive sites, marine life, beginner suitability, costs, logistics, and whether Phi Phi deserves a place on your Thailand diving itinerary. From Bida Nok and Bida Nai to the Klad Keaw Wreck, Maya Bay, nightlife, and island logistics — this is everything we wish we knew before diving Koh Phi Phi in Thailand. We spent several days exploring the Phi Phi Islands above and below the surface to answer one question: 👉 Is diving Phi Phi ACTUALLY worth it? If you’re planning a Thailand diving trip, travelling the Andaman Coast, or deciding between Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, Koh Tao or Khao Lak for scuba diving — this video will help you decide. 🌊 What’s Inside This Video • Phi Phi diving costs + logistics • Best dive sites in Koh Phi Phi • Klad Keaw Wreck review • Bida Nok + Bida Nai diving • Beginner suitability + Open Water training • Marine life expectations in Phi Phi • Maya Bay + island activities • Where to stay in Koh Phi Phi • Nightlife + party scene reality • Phi Phi vs Richelieu Rock + Similan diving 🌊 BEST THAILAND DIVE DESTINATIONS: 👉 KOH LANTA: https://youtu.be/tb3hALwTC6I?si=QbNuAGyN0_wCvC5B 👉 KOH LIPE: https://youtu.be/W-VJ7KT9WiI?si=aI0vEMApaecH49zN 👉 RICHELIEU ROCK: https://youtu.be/y4Ts-12rYaQ?si=0D9l4tehF3VdHA-e 👉 KOH TAO: (Coming soon) ---- 🎥 WATCH THE FULL PHI PHI SERIES Before diving Phi Phi, we spent days exploring the island itself — from Maya Bay and hidden beaches to nightlife, crowds, accommodation, and whether the “real” Phi Phi still exists in 2026. 👉 PART 1 — Returning to Phi Phi After 15 Years: https://youtu.be/mvNTmY43Vt8?si=qqX1NcVSvb7wqczD 👉 PART 2 — Paradise or Tourist Trap?: https://youtu.be/SpsI15ChBkE?si=w5A1MVvWZjwVYVzN --- 🎥 WATCH MORE OF OUR ADVENTURES 👉 Thailand Scuba Diving and Travel Vlogs: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL57efFcPIEJe386XTTBnDytym9mIAazim&si=VT3b87QbXGsCXiNe 👉 Komodo Diving & Indonesia Travel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL57efFcPIEJeSNjeQn1Wils7pOtW3Eex3&si=9oujkpPH_FHuOCBX 👉 Quick Travel Guides (Top 5’s) https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL57efFcPIEJeMMKGGM67pVF5_ZgX3iLuC&si=OsPTXRb1IOqVbSL9 --- 🌍 PLAN YOUR OWN ADVENTURE If you're travelling through Southeast Asia or planning your own dive trips — these are the tools we personally use and trust: 🛡️ TRAVEL INSURANCE (LONG-TERM / FLEXIBLE) 👉 SafetyWing: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26235483&utm_source=26235483&utm_medium=Ambassador 🤿 DIVE INSURANCE (ESSENTIAL FOR DIVERS) 👉 Divers Alert Network (DAN): https://www.daneurope.org/en/buy-dive-insurance#!/partnerCode=729130 --- 📸 OUR CAMERA & FILMING GEAR 🎥 Our main action camera: 👉 Insta360: https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRSG695RBU We use this for a huge portion of our footage — especially for travel and underwater shots. 🌅 Cinematic filters & accessories: 👉 Freewell Gear - Use code 'A&C10' For a 10% sitewide discount: https://freewellgear.com/?sca_ref=10998046.qzEQbCmKTY These help us get those colours and shots you see throughout the videos. --- 💻 BUILD YOUR OWN WEBSITE / BLOG 👉 Hostinger: https://www.hostinger.com/cart?product=hosting%3Acloud_economy&period=12&referral_type=cart_link&REFERRALCODE=PV2CATHERWPB&referral_id=01965722-609e-7335-a266-74ca5ad9a60b --- 📩 FREE GUIDES & BEHIND THE SCENES 👉 Join our newsletter: https://aaron-and-cassie.kit.com/sign-up --- 📸 FOLLOW US IN REAL TIME 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaron.and.cassie --- ☕ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL If you enjoy the videos: 👉 Like, comment & subscribe 👉 Or use the links above — it helps support us at no extra cost to you 👉 Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/aaron.and.cassie --- ⚠️ DISCLAIMER Some links above are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you choose to use them — at no extra cost to you. We only recommend what we personally use. --- Thanks for being part of the journey 🙌 Aaron & Cassie 00:00 Is Diving Phi Phi Worth It? 00:22 Phi Phi Islands Location & Getting There 00:44 Best Time To Dive Koh Phi Phi 01:02 Where To Stay In Koh Phi Phi 01:55 Dive Centres & Diving Costs In Phi Phi 02:45 Phi Phi Diving Logistics Explained 03:05 Best Dive Sites In Koh Phi Phi 04:02 Marine Life & Coral Health in Phi Phi 05:41 Is Phi Phi Good For Beginner Divers? 06:31 Phi Phi vs Richelieu Rock & Similan Islands 06:55 Maya Bay & Phi Phi Land Activities 07:37 Best Food In Koh Phi Phi 08:00 Phi Phi Nightlife & Party Scene 08:23 Final Verdict – Is Diving Phi Phi Worth It?