Loh Lana Bay is a secluded bay located in the northern part of Koh Phi Phi Don. It’s a good place to visit when you are exploring the northern area of the island. You can combine a visit to Loh Lana with other beaches such as Laem Tong, Nui Beach, and Loh Ba Kao Bay.
In this travel guide about Loh Lana Bay, I will help you to look at its location, how to get to the beach, things to do in and around the beach, and some places to stay nearby.
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Where is Loh Lana Bay?
Loh Lana Bay is located on the northwest coast of Koh Phi Phi Don island, 15 minutes walk to Nui Beach at low tide. It’s also 15 minutes walk to Loh Bao Kao Beach, and 40 minutes walk to Laem Tong Beach.
Loh Lana Bay is around a 30 minutes boat ride from the island’s main area such as Tonsai Bay & Pier, Tonsai Village, and Loh Dalum. You can walk from the main village to Loh Lana for around 45-60 minutes via Viewpoints 1,2,3 or the coastal trail (only at low tide).
What’s on Loh Lana Bay?
Loh Lana Bay is 500 long beaches, surrounded by the hill on two sides. The beach has crystal clear, shallow water and white grain sand. It’s a good spot for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. There are some shaded areas along the shore, but there are no umbrellas, sunbeds, or beach bars on the beach.
The beach has a different atmosphere at high tide and low tide. At low tide, the water goes very far, and you can walk along the western end of the beach to reach a small fishing village then climb over a small hill to Nui Beach.
If you walk along the shore to Nui Beach at high tide, make sure to wear good water shoes, as the rocks on the seabed are very sharp and can cut your feet.
Long tail boats
Like many other beaches around Koh Phi Phi Don, Loh Lana is lined with long tail boats. You can book long tail boats from here to Nui Beach, Maya Bay on Phi Phi Leh island, Bamboo island, Mostique island, or any beaches nearby.
Kayaking rental
I saw kayaking rental along the shore of the beach, you can rent these equipment to kayak to nearby Nui Beach, which is cleaner and has more stunning views, crystal clear water, ideal for snorkeling and swimming.
Abandoned resort
Behind Loh Lana Bay, there is an abandoned resort, and the area is cluttered with construction debris and rubbish dumps. I walked past the resort to the beach, and I felt a somewhat sinister atmosphere.
Rubbish
During my visit, I didn’t see much rubbish along the shore at high tide, just a few small piles of waste from local fishermen. However, the beach may get washed with plastic and debris during the wet season.
Restaurants and groceries
There are no restaurants or bars on the beach, but you can find a small restaurant within 100m from the eastern side of Loh Lana Beach. This place served food, drink at a reasonable price. I just bought a bottle of water from them and continued walking to the nearby village Loh Ba Kao.
You can find more restaurants, minimarts, bars, and massage shops at the Loh Ba Kao village, located within 15-20 minutes walk from the Loh Lana Bay.
Things to do in Loh Lana Bay?
Swimming and snorkeling
The beach is a good place to swim or just lay down to relax. But be mindful of the long tail boats coming and going. The water is crystal clear, so you can snorkel there and see colorful marine life.
Kayaking to Nui Bay
You can rent a kayak at Loh Lana then kayak to Nui Bay. for 20 minutes. Nui Bay has beautiful scenery of the limestone cliffs, and crystal clear turquoise water, and cleaner than Loh Lana.
Check out nearby Loh Ba Kao Beach and Village
Loh Bao Kao Village and Beach are located around 15 minutes walk from Loh Lana. You can check out the mangrove, the suspension bridge, and hippie-style restaurants and bars inside the village. Loh Ba Kao Beach is another quiet spot on the island for relaxing and unwind.
Walk or tuk tuk to Laem Tong Beach
Laem Tong Beach is a 1km long beach located around 2km north of Loh Lana. You can walk along the paved coastal road to get to the beach. Or you can ask locals to get the tuk tuk to reach Laem Tong.
In my opinion, Laem Tong is one of the most beautiful beaches on Koh Phi Phi and a must-see on the island. Make sure to check it out when you’re in the northern part of Phi Phi Don.
How to get to Loh Lana Bay?
There are three main ways to reach Loh Lana Bay, which includes walking, taking a long tail boat ride, or kayaking. Walking and kayaking are ideal for those who want physical activities. Taking a boat ride is ideal for those who want a relaxing visit and don’t mind paying a bit more for transportation.
Walking
Most parts of Koh Phi Phi are connected to each other by roads, either paved roads, jungle trails, and coastal paths. So if you are an active traveler, you can reach Loh Lana by walking and hiking.
It’s an easy walk on a flat road from Loh Ba Kao and Laem Tong Beach to Loh Lana. It takes around 20-40 minutes walking.
From the main areas of Koh Phi Phi such as Tonsai Pier, Tonsai Village, Loh Dalum, or Long Beach, you can walk to Loh Lana for around 1 hour. You can choose the challenging trail via Viewpoint 1,2,3 or the easier trail via the coastal trail north of Loh Dalum Beach.
The coastal trail is flatter but only doable at low tide. The trail via viewpoint 1,2,3 involves lots of steep stairs and can be done anytime during the day. Avoid walking at night for your safety.
Long Tail Boats
You can take long tail boats at any beaches around Koh Phi Phi to get to Loh Lana Beach. The private boat ride is quite expensive though, so it’s better to share it with a group to save money.
If you are at Tonsai Pier, Tonsai Village, or Long Beach, I recommend walking to Loh Dalum then taking long tail boats from there to get to Loh Lana. This is because Loh Dalum is closer to Loh Lana, and you can save time and money by taking a boat ride from Loh Dalum.
The one way private boat ride between Loh Dalum and Loh Lana is around 20 minutes and costs 600-700 baht. You can also consider taking a guided group tour around the island which stops at Loh Lana, which allows you to visit all beaches at a lower price.
Kayaking
Many people enjoy kayaking from Loh Dalum and Monkey Beach to Nui Beach then Loh Lana Bay. If you’re physically fit, you can choose this option. It’ll take around 40 minutes to kayak from Loh Lana to Nui Beach, and 20 minutes from Nui beach to Loh Lana.
Where to stay in Loh Lana Bay?
As I mentioned before, there are no hotels, resorts, or any beach facilities on Loh Lana Beach. If you want to stay in this part of the island for a quiet beach holiday, you can consider staying at nearby Loh Ba Kao village and Laem Tong Beach.
Popular hotels and resorts close to Loh Lana Bay include SAii Phi Phi Island Village Resort, Phi Phi Phu Chalet Resort, Phi Phi Holiday Resort, Outrigger, Phi Phi Natural Resort, and P. P Erawan Palms Resort.
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So, there you have it, a brief introduction about Loh Lana Bay, a remote and serene beach destination in the far north of Koh Phi Phi Don. It’s a great place to visit if you want to explore a quiet part of the island, and escape from the hustle and bustle of the main beaches and the main village on the south.