The best way we found to get to and from Koh Lipe is via Malaysia. We found the ferries going further north to be very rough + very long. There's another reasonable option to go to Hat Yai, but that's only good if you're staying in Thailand. On this journey, Kelsey was en route to meet back up with her dad for an extended stay chilling beachside.


Kelsey completed this journey alone. Dramatically, we parted ways at KUL running to catch each of our flights at the split for domestic & international immigration. On the way to Koh Lipe, Kelsey had a late night ~8-hour layover in Langkawi before catching the ongoing ferry. On the way back from Koh Lipe, Kelsey had an enjoyable layover with just enough time for one last meal of char kway teow and an hour-long massage. It might top the charts as the best layover ever.


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