KO SAMUI TRAVEL (THAILAND)
GENERAL- This gorgeous island have been made for tourism, with sun, sand, and stunning views. The island is filled with palm-fringed beaches, pristine dive sites, luxury resorts, and beautiful Buddhist temples. At 247 km² Samui is the second-largest island in Thailand and the largest island in the Chumphon Archipelago of over 80 (mostly uninhabited) islands which form the Ang Thong National Marine Park, a kayaking and snorkelling paradise. It is a mere 25 kilometres long and 21 kilometres across. One of the island’s most appealing features is the loop road, which makes a 50 km. circuit around the island, giving a glimpse of superb beaches on the north, east and west coasts. It runs past sleepy fishing villages and through seas of coconut palms, passing Samui’s most impressive waterfall and tempting turn-offs into the highlands along the way. The prime resort towns in Samui, such as Chaweng, Lamai, Bophut, and Maenam, are generally more expensive to stay in than smaller and less-sought-after beaches. Samui is home to about 40,000 full-time inhabitants, 90% of whom are Buddhist.In the island there are following towns/beaches-
1-Chaweng Beach
2-Lamai Beach
3-Bophut Beach
4-Maenam Beach
5-Lipa Noi Beach
6-Taling Ngam
7-Choeng Mon Beach
8-Hua Thanon and
9-Bang Kao
10-Nathon Town
2-Lamai Beach
3-Bophut Beach
4-Maenam Beach
5-Lipa Noi Beach
6-Taling Ngam
7-Choeng Mon Beach
8-Hua Thanon and
9-Bang Kao
10-Nathon Town
SAMUI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT-Samui Airport is conveniently located between Bophut and Chaweng Beaches. Opened in 1989, its first version had a strong tropical touch as most of the buildings were made of bamboo-and-thatch. Samui International Airport is often acclaimed as one of the coolest and best-looking airports in Thailand. It is privately owned and run by Bangkok Airways. With over two million passengers in 2015, Samui Airport is the seventh busiest airport in Thailand. A great choice of transfer options is available at Samui Airport. Samui International Airport hosts a cool shopping and dining area named Samui Park Avenue. Samui International Airport (USM) enjoys a daily connection with the capital, Bangkok, which is operated by Bangkok Airways, while SilkAir run flights from Singapore, and there are flights from Penang, Phuket, and some Chinese destinations as well. Visa-on-Arrival and Visa-Free entries are available at Samui Airport for some nationalities. Indian passport holders can avail the visa-on-arrival facility at the Samui Airport too, on submitting the duly filled form, requisite documents and the visa fee of 2000 Thai Baht. The transfer from Airport to nearby Chewang Beach is as -
BUS- Buses from Bangkok to Chumphon or Surat Thani are the cheapest way to make the journey (at around ฿450 for the trip). Buses are operated by the Thai government, have air conditioning, and take around nine hours. The bus station is located in Nathon, on the west coast of the island.
DONSAK PIER NEAR SURAT THANI- Donsak Pier, some 40km south of Surat Thani, is their port of exit. Passengers alight here to purchase tickets at the booths in the terminus. The naturally-lit terminus itself is where travellers can grab a meal, shop for snacks, withdraw funds from one of the several ATM machines and generally relax in front of a TV while waiting for their ferry to arrive. Price Range: Prices for the trip from Donsak to Koh Samui, expect to pay 150 baht for a passenger.
SAMUI FERRY PIERS-Ko Samui by ferry, which offers an economical way to get there. The island of Samui has four ferry piers. Each of them has different connections to the places and to the largest islands close to Samui; namely, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. Travelling by ferry to Samui from the main pier on the mainland – Donsak - takes roughly two hours.
Songthaews (Pick-Up Taxis)- Its name meaning ‘two benches’, they are generally little more than a pick-up truck with a roof covering two benches fitted in the back. During the day, they follow set routes and the truck will generally have its destination painted on the front in English. There are no official bus stops, so you can flag down anywhere. When you want to get off, ring the bell (you will find doorbell-like buttons on the ceiling in the passenger compartment) or bang on the roof to get the driver’s attention. Songthaews are the cheapest method of getting around Koh Samui, costing as little as 50 baht per person for the shortest stop.
Taxi- The taxis of Koh Samui are uniformly yellow and maroon.
TRAVELING SEASON- Samui features two high seasons, from December to February and in July-August. The monsoon hits the island from September to November and the period between March and June is extremely hot and relatively less popular to visitors.
ATTRACTIONS AND SIGHTS AT KO SAMUI-
- Private car taxi (airport to Chaweng for 500 baht)
- Private minivan taxi (for up to six passengers, airport to Chaweng for 800 baht)
- Shared minivan transfers (airport to Chaweng for 130 baht)
- Car rental counters (Hertz, Sixt, Budget, Avis)
BUS- Buses from Bangkok to Chumphon or Surat Thani are the cheapest way to make the journey (at around ฿450 for the trip). Buses are operated by the Thai government, have air conditioning, and take around nine hours. The bus station is located in Nathon, on the west coast of the island.
DONSAK PIER NEAR SURAT THANI- Donsak Pier, some 40km south of Surat Thani, is their port of exit. Passengers alight here to purchase tickets at the booths in the terminus. The naturally-lit terminus itself is where travellers can grab a meal, shop for snacks, withdraw funds from one of the several ATM machines and generally relax in front of a TV while waiting for their ferry to arrive. Price Range: Prices for the trip from Donsak to Koh Samui, expect to pay 150 baht for a passenger.
SAMUI FERRY PIERS-Ko Samui by ferry, which offers an economical way to get there. The island of Samui has four ferry piers. Each of them has different connections to the places and to the largest islands close to Samui; namely, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. Travelling by ferry to Samui from the main pier on the mainland – Donsak - takes roughly two hours.
- Nathon- Ferry pier Nathon is the most important on the island of Samui, therefore the vast number of ferries arriving from the mainland to the island exactly here. It is the main port of arrival and departure by ferry in Samui. Nathon pier located on the north-western part of the island . Since Nathon town is the administrative center of Koh Samui, where the state institutions and has the most developed infrastructure, including the main port of the island, it is here in addition to the local ferries regularly arrives some cruise liners. Samui’s Nathon Pier features no less than three jetties. The first jetty is used by Seatran Ferry Company, the central bridge, which is the largest and oldest one, is used by Lomprayah Ferry Company, while the southern jetty is of a smaller size and is used by fishing and long-tail boats, uses the northern jetty. The two bridges dedicated to ferries feature large waiting rooms that can comfortably accommodate departing passengers. Nathon Pier is linked to Donsak Pier (just south of Suratthani on the mainland), Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao. The cheapest way to get to your destination is by songthaew (pick-up taxi) which normally charge less than 100 baht to take you to Chaweng Beach. A journey by songthaew from Nathon (west coast) to Chaweng (east coast) should cost you no more than 60 baht. The same route with a taximeter will cost you around 600 baht.
- Lipa Noi Pier/Raja Ferry Pier-Located just north of Taling Ngam on Samui west coast, Lipa Noi Pier is also known as Raja Ferry Pier, the name of the company that operates the ferries from this pier. There’s a ferry departure to Donsak Pier on the mainland every hour between 05:00 and 18:00. The location of Lipa Noi Pier is slightly off the Ring Road, which makes it less easy to get to. Taxis are usually more expensive from and to this pier.
- Bangrak Pier/Big Buddha Pier- Bangrak Pier is situated to the northwest of Samui, and is the main port connected to Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. It is also known as Big Buddha Pier, due to its location just south of Koh Fan, the small island on which is built Wat Phra Yai (Big Buddha Temple). Bangrak Pier has the advantage to be the closest port from Chaweng Beach and from Samui Airport. From Bangrak Pier, you can get to Donsak Pier on the mainland, and to Koh Tao and Koh Phangan. Note that there’s a daily scheduled transfer from Surat Thani Airport to Donsak by bus, then by ferry to Bangrak Pier.
- Maenam Pier / Lomprayah Ferry Pier/ Pralarn Pier -Maenam Pier is known under two other names: Pralarn Pier and Lomprayah Ferry Pier, the name of the company that operates ferries from this pier. It’s located toward the western end of the tranquil Maenam Beach. It features an open-sided restaurant overlooking the sea, with Koh Phangan in the background. Maenam Pier serves Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Donsak Pier, and Chumphon. Two ferries for each of these destinations are scheduled every day at 08:00 and 12:30.
Songthaews (Pick-Up Taxis)- Its name meaning ‘two benches’, they are generally little more than a pick-up truck with a roof covering two benches fitted in the back. During the day, they follow set routes and the truck will generally have its destination painted on the front in English. There are no official bus stops, so you can flag down anywhere. When you want to get off, ring the bell (you will find doorbell-like buttons on the ceiling in the passenger compartment) or bang on the roof to get the driver’s attention. Songthaews are the cheapest method of getting around Koh Samui, costing as little as 50 baht per person for the shortest stop.
Taxi- The taxis of Koh Samui are uniformly yellow and maroon.
TRAVELING SEASON- Samui features two high seasons, from December to February and in July-August. The monsoon hits the island from September to November and the period between March and June is extremely hot and relatively less popular to visitors.
ATTRACTIONS AND SIGHTS AT KO SAMUI-
001- BIG BUDDHA TEMPLE - Big Buddha temple sits majestically on a small rocky island off Koh Samui’s north-eastern corner. Known locally as Wat Phra Yai, its golden, 12-metre seated Buddha statue was built in 1972 and remains one of the island’s most popular attractions. Big Buddha temple is reached by a causeway that connects it to the main island. Buddhist devotees come daily to make offerings of fruit and flowers and light incense at the base of the statue. The platform affords excellent view of the beach (Budha Beach) and sea. The temple is about 3 kilometres directly north of Samui International Airport, 3km east of Bophut Beach and 7.5km away from Cheweng Beach. The temple is open to visitors all day. Since this is a sacred place, visitors are advised to dress politely. Be sure to wear shirts or scarves that cover the shoulders, trousers or long shorts.
Location: Route 4171, near the airport.
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Location: Route 4171, near the airport.
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002- WAT PLAI LAEM- Close to the Big Buddha temple. Wat Plai Laem is a Buddhist temple on Samui's northeast coast of Samui, featuring a striking white 18-arm image of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy and Compassion. Wat Plai Laem is a living and active temple, where devotees come daily to pay homage to Guanyin and the Buddha, who is also depicted in a number of statues and murals around the temple. This is a relatively new temple but the art techniques used in its creation are centuries old and based on ancient beliefs. Adding to its feel of tranquillity, the temple is surrounded by a lake, which is teeming with fish. Visitors who donate to the temple are given a bag of food to feed the fish.
Guanyin is believed to be a source of unconditional love and a protector of all beings. Her multitude of arms is seen as an illustration of her ability to reach out and provide help across the world. She is also seen as a fertility goddess and many who come here pray for her help in bearing healthy children. As well, Guanyin is believed by some to help protect to sailors at sea.
Other standout features at Wat Plai Laem include a large white laughing Buddha statue, beautifully carved teak entry doors, and an elaborate ubosot (ceremonial hall) set on an island in the lake.
Location- It is very close to the Big Buddha temple, about 3 kilometres directly north of Samui International Airport, 3km east of Bophut Beach and 7.5km away from Chaweng Beach.
Guanyin is believed to be a source of unconditional love and a protector of all beings. Her multitude of arms is seen as an illustration of her ability to reach out and provide help across the world. She is also seen as a fertility goddess and many who come here pray for her help in bearing healthy children. As well, Guanyin is believed by some to help protect to sailors at sea.
Other standout features at Wat Plai Laem include a large white laughing Buddha statue, beautifully carved teak entry doors, and an elaborate ubosot (ceremonial hall) set on an island in the lake.
Location- It is very close to the Big Buddha temple, about 3 kilometres directly north of Samui International Airport, 3km east of Bophut Beach and 7.5km away from Chaweng Beach.
003- SECRET BUDDHA GARDEN- Secret Buddha Garden is hidden away high in the hills in Koh Samui's interior, offering majestic views and an unusual collection of statues amid lush jungle surrounds. The gardens are a creation of an old Samui fruit farmer, Nim Thongsuk, who in 1976 began erecting several statues and temples around his family's verdant land.
004- HIN TA AND HIN YAI- Hin Ta and Hin Yai, are fascinating rock formations on Koh Samui’s south coast, have been a source of wonder on the island since they were discovered by the locals many years ago. Set on the rocky coastline between Lamai and Hua Thanon. Art often imitates Nature, but less common is Nature imitating Art. But in Thailand anything is possible and these rocks, known as Grandpa (Ta) and Grandma (Yai), look, respectively, like male and female genital organs. This unusual and titillating sight has, naturally, given rise to a legend explaining how the rocks came into being. The Grandfather Rock, a penis shaped pillar, is about 25 metres to the south. You actually end up on Grandmother's belly, where a crevice has been worn into the rock to form granny's legs.
005- NAMUANG WATERFALLS- Found on inland about 12 kilometres south-east of Nathon Bay, about halfway between Nathon and Lamai Beach. The Na Muang falls are reached by taking a walking path from the entrance to the park. Namtok Na Muang, or ‘Purple Waterfalls’, are so named because of the striking purple shade of their rock faces.
The first waterfall, Na Muang 1, flows down into a natural pool that provides a cool escape from the heat. Visitors with a reasonable level of fitness will be able to reach the falls on foot. The paths leading to the falls can be steep or slippery in places so be sure to wear some sturdy footwear and take care when walking. Access to the waterfalls is free.
About 30 minutes by foot further uphill is the smaller yet equally inviting Na Muang 2. Na Muang 1 is reached by a 100-metre walk from the parking lot, while Na Muang 2 is a further 100 metres away along a more challenging path.
Location: Na Muang Waterfall is off Route 4169 south of Koh Samui’s inland mountains between Nathon and Hua Thanon.
The first waterfall, Na Muang 1, flows down into a natural pool that provides a cool escape from the heat. Visitors with a reasonable level of fitness will be able to reach the falls on foot. The paths leading to the falls can be steep or slippery in places so be sure to wear some sturdy footwear and take care when walking. Access to the waterfalls is free.
About 30 minutes by foot further uphill is the smaller yet equally inviting Na Muang 2. Na Muang 1 is reached by a 100-metre walk from the parking lot, while Na Muang 2 is a further 100 metres away along a more challenging path.
Location: Na Muang Waterfall is off Route 4169 south of Koh Samui’s inland mountains between Nathon and Hua Thanon.
006- BOPHUT FISHERMAN’S VILLAGE -This old part of Bophut Beach obviously takes its name from the fact that it was once home to a thriving fishing community. More recently, the fishermen have moved on and the main pier has collapsed, but the old wooden shop houses remain,
Fisherman’s Village Samui is a historical part of Bophut, with rustic-style buildings housing boutique stores, trendy restaurants and a small selection of hotels lining the narrow Beach Road. Every Friday, the whole area becomes the site of the Fisherman’s Village Walking Street market, attracting huge numbers of shoppers from across the island. It runs from the Happy Friday Restaurant at the easternmost point, where the road meets Route 4171 to The Wharf Samui in the west. Many of the buildings on the beach side of the road are open at the back, offering remarkable views across the sea towards Koh Phangan. These are mostly restaurants, many of which have tables, which spread out onto the sand of the adjacent beach.
Fisherman’s Village Samui is a historical part of Bophut, with rustic-style buildings housing boutique stores, trendy restaurants and a small selection of hotels lining the narrow Beach Road. Every Friday, the whole area becomes the site of the Fisherman’s Village Walking Street market, attracting huge numbers of shoppers from across the island. It runs from the Happy Friday Restaurant at the easternmost point, where the road meets Route 4171 to The Wharf Samui in the west. Many of the buildings on the beach side of the road are open at the back, offering remarkable views across the sea towards Koh Phangan. These are mostly restaurants, many of which have tables, which spread out onto the sand of the adjacent beach.
007-LADYBOY CABARET SHOWS-Thai society is generally more open to lady boys than many other cultures, and its katoey, or the 'third sex', have played a prominent role in the nation's entertainment industry for generations. Most of the cabarets in Chaweng are located near the Centara Grand Beach Resort, which makes for interesting competition before the show.
A-Paris Follies Cabaret- This popular cabaret show and bar - formerly Moulin Rouge Cabaret before changing ownership - features three shows nightly at 20:00, 21:30 and 23:00. Some 20 performers bring out their inner Lady Marmalade with song, dance and fabulous costumes. The earlier show is a more 'soft and sweet' performance suitable for families, while things heat up for the later shows.
Entry is free but drinks, at 220 to 360 baht each, are pricier than the average bar or nightclub.
Opening Hours: 20:00 – 24:00
Location: 166/92 Moo 2, off Chaweng Beach Road, Chaweng
B-Starz Cabaret Samui Starz- Cabaret features a mix of Western pop divas and Thai cultural dance, all performed with good humour and zest. The drinks menu is standard and reasonably priced. Starz Cabaret has free entry.
Show Times 20:30, 21:30 and 22:30.
Booking a table in advance is recommended.
Opening Hours: Shows start 20:30, 21:30 and 22:30
Location: Chaweng Beach Road, Chaweng
C-The Cabaret Lamai Beach- The Cabaret Lamai Beach is the most chic and modern of the lady boy shows in Samui, with a luxurious VIP area and talented transgender dancers in 12-act, one-hour performances featuring great family-friendly comedy and song and dance routines.
Located close to the Lamai Variety Centre on the main road through the relatively quiet town, the well-decorated theatre does not get as busy as those in Chaweng, but the dancers still giving it their all, no matter the size of the audience.
Show Timings- 20:30, 21:30 and 22:30.
Tickets Cost -250 baht and includes a free drink.
Opening Hours: 20:00 – 24:00
Location: 124/555 Moo 3, Haad Lamai Road, Lamai
A-Paris Follies Cabaret- This popular cabaret show and bar - formerly Moulin Rouge Cabaret before changing ownership - features three shows nightly at 20:00, 21:30 and 23:00. Some 20 performers bring out their inner Lady Marmalade with song, dance and fabulous costumes. The earlier show is a more 'soft and sweet' performance suitable for families, while things heat up for the later shows.
Entry is free but drinks, at 220 to 360 baht each, are pricier than the average bar or nightclub.
Opening Hours: 20:00 – 24:00
Location: 166/92 Moo 2, off Chaweng Beach Road, Chaweng
B-Starz Cabaret Samui Starz- Cabaret features a mix of Western pop divas and Thai cultural dance, all performed with good humour and zest. The drinks menu is standard and reasonably priced. Starz Cabaret has free entry.
Show Times 20:30, 21:30 and 22:30.
Booking a table in advance is recommended.
Opening Hours: Shows start 20:30, 21:30 and 22:30
Location: Chaweng Beach Road, Chaweng
C-The Cabaret Lamai Beach- The Cabaret Lamai Beach is the most chic and modern of the lady boy shows in Samui, with a luxurious VIP area and talented transgender dancers in 12-act, one-hour performances featuring great family-friendly comedy and song and dance routines.
Located close to the Lamai Variety Centre on the main road through the relatively quiet town, the well-decorated theatre does not get as busy as those in Chaweng, but the dancers still giving it their all, no matter the size of the audience.
Show Timings- 20:30, 21:30 and 22:30.
Tickets Cost -250 baht and includes a free drink.
Opening Hours: 20:00 – 24:00
Location: 124/555 Moo 3, Haad Lamai Road, Lamai
008- MUMMIFIED MONK AT WAT KHUNARAM- Koh Samui’s Mummified Monk at Wat Khunaram is an unusual sight yet it offers a unique insight into Buddhist and Thai culture. The monk Luong Pordaeng died in 1973 in a seated meditative position and ever since his body has been on display in an upright glass case at the temple. Remarkably, even more than 48 years on the monk’s body shows little sign of decay. For some visitors, having a dead man in full view might be a shocking sight, but for Thais it is something to reflect upon and revere.
Far from being frightened by death, most Buddhist Thais are highly accepting of the end of life as the natural order of things and they view death as an opportunity to be reborn into a better place, one step closer to nirvana. There are other mummy monks on Samui and throughout Thailand, but Loung Pordang is among the most highly revered.
Loung Pordang is said to have told his followers shortly before his death that if his body were to decompose he should be cremated, but if not then he wanted to be put on display as a visual reminder of the Buddha’s teachings. For Thais, both the life and death of Loung Pordang serves as an inspiration to follow the Buddhist precepts and walk the middle path.
Aside from the Mummy Monk, Wat Khunaram is a fairly typical Buddhist temple, where local people come daily to make merit and pray.
Location: Wat Khunaram is on Route 4169 (the ring road) between the Na Muang waterfalls and Hua Thanon, 13 kilometres south-east of Nathon Pier and about six kilometres west of Lamai Beach.
Far from being frightened by death, most Buddhist Thais are highly accepting of the end of life as the natural order of things and they view death as an opportunity to be reborn into a better place, one step closer to nirvana. There are other mummy monks on Samui and throughout Thailand, but Loung Pordang is among the most highly revered.
Loung Pordang is said to have told his followers shortly before his death that if his body were to decompose he should be cremated, but if not then he wanted to be put on display as a visual reminder of the Buddha’s teachings. For Thais, both the life and death of Loung Pordang serves as an inspiration to follow the Buddhist precepts and walk the middle path.
Aside from the Mummy Monk, Wat Khunaram is a fairly typical Buddhist temple, where local people come daily to make merit and pray.
Location: Wat Khunaram is on Route 4169 (the ring road) between the Na Muang waterfalls and Hua Thanon, 13 kilometres south-east of Nathon Pier and about six kilometres west of Lamai Beach.
009- RUM DISTILLERY/ Magic Alambic Rum Distillery (La Route du Rum) - There is a distillery that brews 5 flavours of rum on one of the side roads on the south coast of the island, which offers tours during the sugar cane season and free samples any time. Bottles of Magic Alambic are THB 280–380
Location-Magic Alambic is in Bang Kao, on Koh Samui’s south coast.
Address:-44/5 Moo 3 Na Mueang ,Koh Samui Thailand
Location-Magic Alambic is in Bang Kao, on Koh Samui’s south coast.
Address:-44/5 Moo 3 Na Mueang ,Koh Samui Thailand
010- LAEM SOR PAGODA KO SAMUI- This pagoda is located at the southernmost tip of Koh Samui at the end of Bang Kao Beach. Its golden hue makes for an astonishingly beautiful contrast to the blue skies and the turquoise sea behind it. Two ‘Yak’ (meaning giant) warrior statues with immense swords, colourful clothing and scary faces guard the entrance. The Buddha stands in the doorway to the rear of the statues. This is a great photo opportunity as there is absolutely nothing obstructing your view.
How to get there: Take the 4169 to route 4170 and make a left. There's another left at Laem-Sho-Road; it’s about one kilometre to the pagoda.
How to get there: Take the 4169 to route 4170 and make a left. There's another left at Laem-Sho-Road; it’s about one kilometre to the pagoda.
011- SAMUI OVERLAP STONE- It is a challenge to get up to these impressive balanced boulders, but the spectacular views on arrival make it worthwhile for the adventurous traveller. The steep, rough, dirt-track road leading to the viewpoint should only be attempted on a dirt bike or with a 4x4, and the last stretch may have to be walked, depending on conditions. Alternatively, it is a hard 20-minute climb on foot
A-CHAWENG BEACH
CHAWENG BEACH
Chaweng Beach is Koh Samui's most popular stretch of powdery white sand. The wide bay has been the focal point for the development of the island's tourism industry and the majestic five-kilometre-long crescent is bordered by rocky headlands on either end, with an offshore reef and the tiny island of Koh Matlam to the north. The beach offers great swimming and plenty of water sports, dining and accommodation options. It's not the most secluded or peaceful of Samui's beaches, but everything one could desire is within a few metres of your sunbed - from cold drinks and snacks to massages, making it a great option for lazing away the day in comfort. The southern and middle sections have the deepest water and are therefore the best areas for swimming and water sports. At the northern end, the water can be very shallow and there is a reef just offshore, however this makes it ideal for small children.
There is a separate little stretch of beach called Chaweng Noi, which is pretty and less crowded, at the southern end of Chaweng, on the ring road travelling towards Lamai, It also boasts good swimming near the shore.
If you are not staying in a hotel on the beachfront, then some resorts hire sunbeds and umbrellas to non-guests for about 100BHT per day. Alternatively, just take a towel and stake your claim to a patch of sand, although it can be difficult to find shade during the hottest hours so do not forget the sunblock. As the sun goes down, many of the beachfront restaurants put out tables on the sand, and when darkness falls, the candles and fairy lights create a romantic ambience. Dining out under the stars provides the perfect end to a day on Chaweng beach.
Chaweng Walking Street- The Chaweng Walking Street located on Koh Samui is a great outdoor market to visit especially if you are seeking a quiet night out after a long day at Chaweng Beach. The outdoor market comes to life by mid-afternoon when the traders arrive and begin setting up their stalls under the hot Thailand sun. However, it is not until about 6 PM in the evening when this Koh Samui market really springs into life and the tourists start to arrive in large numbers.
Location:- South Chaweng just off the main street
Central Festival Samui- It is the largest lifestyle-shopping complex in Samui. Located between Chaweng's Beach Road and the nearby lake. With four sections – Chaweng Port, Bird Cage, Fisherman Village, and Beach Town Market – this modern and trendy complex boasts some original architectural features with its central open-air atrium as well as a beautifully landscaped garden area complete with benches, a kid's playground and countless shops and restaurants. ‘Chaweng Port’ is the main entrance of Central Festival Samui on Chaweng Beach Road, directly opposite OZO Chaweng Samui. It features restaurants and bars. Bird Cage’ is the fashion zone of the complex; located in the central part of the shopping mall and decorated in an ultra-modern Sino-Portuguese style. The ‘Fisherman Village’ zone hosts Central Department Store. ‘Beach Town Market’ - is the second main entrance of the complex and is situated at its northern end right next to Phru Chaweng Public Park. There is a open-air food court on the ground floor, as well as a Pirates of the Mario Land, a gaming arcade on the second floor and an XD Theatre (6D Motion Ride Experience) nearby.
Soi Green Mango- Soi Green Mango is to Koh Samui what Soi Cowboy is to Bangkok and Walking Street is to Pattaya but in smaller size. The highlight of the street is the namesake establishment at the very end of the road – The Green Mango Club, which has been an institution of Chaweng’s nightlife for decades. There are a good few beer bars and couple of go-go bars.
B-LAMAI BEACH
There is a separate little stretch of beach called Chaweng Noi, which is pretty and less crowded, at the southern end of Chaweng, on the ring road travelling towards Lamai, It also boasts good swimming near the shore.
If you are not staying in a hotel on the beachfront, then some resorts hire sunbeds and umbrellas to non-guests for about 100BHT per day. Alternatively, just take a towel and stake your claim to a patch of sand, although it can be difficult to find shade during the hottest hours so do not forget the sunblock. As the sun goes down, many of the beachfront restaurants put out tables on the sand, and when darkness falls, the candles and fairy lights create a romantic ambience. Dining out under the stars provides the perfect end to a day on Chaweng beach.
Chaweng Walking Street- The Chaweng Walking Street located on Koh Samui is a great outdoor market to visit especially if you are seeking a quiet night out after a long day at Chaweng Beach. The outdoor market comes to life by mid-afternoon when the traders arrive and begin setting up their stalls under the hot Thailand sun. However, it is not until about 6 PM in the evening when this Koh Samui market really springs into life and the tourists start to arrive in large numbers.
Location:- South Chaweng just off the main street
Central Festival Samui- It is the largest lifestyle-shopping complex in Samui. Located between Chaweng's Beach Road and the nearby lake. With four sections – Chaweng Port, Bird Cage, Fisherman Village, and Beach Town Market – this modern and trendy complex boasts some original architectural features with its central open-air atrium as well as a beautifully landscaped garden area complete with benches, a kid's playground and countless shops and restaurants. ‘Chaweng Port’ is the main entrance of Central Festival Samui on Chaweng Beach Road, directly opposite OZO Chaweng Samui. It features restaurants and bars. Bird Cage’ is the fashion zone of the complex; located in the central part of the shopping mall and decorated in an ultra-modern Sino-Portuguese style. The ‘Fisherman Village’ zone hosts Central Department Store. ‘Beach Town Market’ - is the second main entrance of the complex and is situated at its northern end right next to Phru Chaweng Public Park. There is a open-air food court on the ground floor, as well as a Pirates of the Mario Land, a gaming arcade on the second floor and an XD Theatre (6D Motion Ride Experience) nearby.
Soi Green Mango- Soi Green Mango is to Koh Samui what Soi Cowboy is to Bangkok and Walking Street is to Pattaya but in smaller size. The highlight of the street is the namesake establishment at the very end of the road – The Green Mango Club, which has been an institution of Chaweng’s nightlife for decades. There are a good few beer bars and couple of go-go bars.
B-LAMAI BEACH
Lamai Beach is Samui's second-largest resort area after Chaweng. Located on the east coast of Samui Island, between Taling Ngam and Chaweng, Lamai is famous for its superb beaches dotted with large boulders. Its popularity as a holiday destination makes it the second most popular place on Koh Samui. It is quieter and less bustling than its big sister, but still with plenty of accommodation, dining and shopping options, and some great spas and tourist sites. Lamai has slightly older, and by cheaper tourist facilities than Chaweng.
C-ANGTHONG NATIONAL MARINE PARK
C-ANGTHONG NATIONAL MARINE PARK
Ang Thong National Marine Park is a pristine archipelago of 42 islands in the Gulf of Thailand. It features towering limestone mountains, thick jungle, white-sand beaches, waterfalls and hidden coves and lakes to explore. Within sight of Koh Samui, Ang Thong Park is a protected area of more than 100 square kilometres of land and sea. It is home to a rich variety of exotic wildlife and sea creatures. Snorkelling, hiking, sea kayaking, diving, and simply relaxing are the main activities to enjoy at Ang Thong. Most Ang Thong visitors arrive on a join-in day trip or by boat charter from Koh Samui or Koh Pha Ngan. For those who wish to stay overnight, there are simple bungalows and camping tents available on Koh Wua Ta Lap. The Park Headquarters also hosts a simple restaurant.
Ang Thong has some of the most unusual and spectacular scenery in all of Thailand. Its steep limestone cliffs, some rising as high as 400 metres, have been formed into wondrous shapes by centuries of erosion. In the surrounding sea, many colourful fish can be seen, offering some decent snorkelling and diving sights.
With 42 islands to discover, a complete tour of Ang Thong would take weeks. Only a few islands are visited during day trips from Samui. Those include the Koh Wua Ta Lap. Additionally, most visitors with limited amount of time find their way to Koh Mae (Mother Island). This island has a stunning beach and an inland saltwater lagoon called Emerald Lake (Thale Nai). A popular climb up pathways and a wooden staircase takes you to the peak of a nearby mountain where you get the full view of this glittering sea-green body of water. Koh Sam Sao (Tripod Island) features a coral reef, a large and dramatic rock arch and some great hiking grounds. Ang Thong is 28 km from Ko Samui and 32 km from Ko Pha Ngan. Admission fee is 300 THB for foreigners. Only licensed tour operators are allowed entry to the park.
ATTRACTIONS AT THE PARK-
Ko Wua Ta Lap -Ko Wua Talap is the main island where the headquarters and basic facilities are located. The HQ is situated in Kha Bay at the northeast end of the island. There are two white beaches on the island, one at headquarters, and the other at the opposite side of the island on west accessible by a 700m long walk through the forest. The white beach offers activities like swimming, snorkelling and canoeing/kayaking.
Wua Ta Lap Viewpoint-The spectacular panoramic viewpoint that is the main attraction of the park, accessible by a 500m long steep trail from the headquarters. The trail is not for faint-hearted, takes 25-30 minutes to walk, has rope for support and showing the way up. The viewpoint offers a great vista over all islands.
Bua Bok Cave /Lotus Cave- A cave consisting of stalagmite and stalactite formations, accessible by a 1km hiking from the headquarters.
Ko Mae Ko-Meaning Mother Island, Ko Mae Ko is the island with emerald saltwater lake in the middle called Thale Nai, connected with sea though underwater caves. Reaching the lake entails a strenuous climb of 40 minutes or so, but is rewarded with a spectacular view across the whole park. The lake is surrounded with limestone cliffs. The island also has few white beaches.
Ko Sam Sao-Situated on the east side of Ko Mae Ko, this island has several beaches, great coral reef and a camping ground. Tents are available for rent form HQ at Ko Wua Ta Lap only. There are no shops or restaurant on the island. The water to the showers are collected in a water tank filled with rain-water, for most time there won't be any water.
Getting There & Around- As a national park, only government-approved tour boats may enter Ang Thong. These day trips may be booked on Koh Samui, Koh Phangan or Koh Tao. Sailing liveaboard cruise trips and speedboat charters may also be organised. Most tours stop at a few different locations. They combine a day of hiking, sightseeing, kayaking and lounging on the beaches. Some of the hikes require a good level of fitness, so be sure to check with your guide about the degree of difficulty before setting off. Ang Thong is 28 kilometres from Samui and 32 kilometres from Pha Ngan. The National Park entry fee (sometimes included in the tour cost) is 200 baht for foreign adults. The best time to visit Ang Thong Marine National Park is March to October when the seas are calmer. The park is sometimes closed due to inclement weather in the months of November through January.
D-KO TAO, KO SAMUI
Ang Thong has some of the most unusual and spectacular scenery in all of Thailand. Its steep limestone cliffs, some rising as high as 400 metres, have been formed into wondrous shapes by centuries of erosion. In the surrounding sea, many colourful fish can be seen, offering some decent snorkelling and diving sights.
With 42 islands to discover, a complete tour of Ang Thong would take weeks. Only a few islands are visited during day trips from Samui. Those include the Koh Wua Ta Lap. Additionally, most visitors with limited amount of time find their way to Koh Mae (Mother Island). This island has a stunning beach and an inland saltwater lagoon called Emerald Lake (Thale Nai). A popular climb up pathways and a wooden staircase takes you to the peak of a nearby mountain where you get the full view of this glittering sea-green body of water. Koh Sam Sao (Tripod Island) features a coral reef, a large and dramatic rock arch and some great hiking grounds. Ang Thong is 28 km from Ko Samui and 32 km from Ko Pha Ngan. Admission fee is 300 THB for foreigners. Only licensed tour operators are allowed entry to the park.
ATTRACTIONS AT THE PARK-
Ko Wua Ta Lap -Ko Wua Talap is the main island where the headquarters and basic facilities are located. The HQ is situated in Kha Bay at the northeast end of the island. There are two white beaches on the island, one at headquarters, and the other at the opposite side of the island on west accessible by a 700m long walk through the forest. The white beach offers activities like swimming, snorkelling and canoeing/kayaking.
Wua Ta Lap Viewpoint-The spectacular panoramic viewpoint that is the main attraction of the park, accessible by a 500m long steep trail from the headquarters. The trail is not for faint-hearted, takes 25-30 minutes to walk, has rope for support and showing the way up. The viewpoint offers a great vista over all islands.
Bua Bok Cave /Lotus Cave- A cave consisting of stalagmite and stalactite formations, accessible by a 1km hiking from the headquarters.
Ko Mae Ko-Meaning Mother Island, Ko Mae Ko is the island with emerald saltwater lake in the middle called Thale Nai, connected with sea though underwater caves. Reaching the lake entails a strenuous climb of 40 minutes or so, but is rewarded with a spectacular view across the whole park. The lake is surrounded with limestone cliffs. The island also has few white beaches.
Ko Sam Sao-Situated on the east side of Ko Mae Ko, this island has several beaches, great coral reef and a camping ground. Tents are available for rent form HQ at Ko Wua Ta Lap only. There are no shops or restaurant on the island. The water to the showers are collected in a water tank filled with rain-water, for most time there won't be any water.
Getting There & Around- As a national park, only government-approved tour boats may enter Ang Thong. These day trips may be booked on Koh Samui, Koh Phangan or Koh Tao. Sailing liveaboard cruise trips and speedboat charters may also be organised. Most tours stop at a few different locations. They combine a day of hiking, sightseeing, kayaking and lounging on the beaches. Some of the hikes require a good level of fitness, so be sure to check with your guide about the degree of difficulty before setting off. Ang Thong is 28 kilometres from Samui and 32 kilometres from Pha Ngan. The National Park entry fee (sometimes included in the tour cost) is 200 baht for foreign adults. The best time to visit Ang Thong Marine National Park is March to October when the seas are calmer. The park is sometimes closed due to inclement weather in the months of November through January.
D-KO TAO, KO SAMUI
The perfect white-sand beaches which ring the hilly 21 km² island are surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Thailand. The vibrant coral reefs there are home to a wide range of exciting and colourful sea creatures, including turtles .Ko Tao (also often Koh Tao, "Turtle Island") is an island in Thailand and is part of the Chumphon Archipelago on the western shore of the Gulf of Thailand. Administratively it forms a district of Surat Thani Province. The island is well known for scuba diving and snorkelling, as well as hiking, rock climbing, and bouldering. The compact island is 55 km to the north of Koh Samui and was only really ‘discovered’ in the early 1980s.
A-Mae Haad Beach -The island’s main town, where you will find the pier as well as plenty of guesthouses, shops, bars and other services. Naturally, this beach is among the busiest.
B- Sairee Beach- The most popular place for tourists is Sairee on the west coast, which has a white sandy beach of 1.7 km interrupted only by a few huge boulders and a scattering of medium budget resorts and restaurants. Despite being the longest beach on the island, it is also one of the busiest, being immediately to the north of Mae Haad and home to a lot of budget accommodation.
C-Koh Nangyuan- A group of three tiny islets off Koh Tao’s northwest coast - which you can get to for about 200 baht return - the beach which links them is iconic and probably the most photographed part of the area. Naturally, the small beach is usually quite busy, but is still worth a visit.
D-Jor Por Ror- Located at the southern end of Sairee Beach is a large rock formation bearing the initials of King Rama V, who visited the island in 1899. Don’t even think about adding your own mark to the highly-revered stone.
E-Haad Tien -Commonly known as “Rocky Bay”, this is one of the furthest beaches from Mae Haad, but one of the best. It has the clearest water and the cleanest beach, with only a small selection of quite exclusive resorts there. It is sometimes also called “Shark Bay” for the number of black-tip reef sharks you can snorkel among.
F-Mango Viewpoint- Located in the hills in the north of the island, the view of Mae Haad and Sairee Beach is spectacular. It is reached either by taking a long, challenging walk up the hill from the 7-Eleven in Sariee or by motorbike up a steep and risky road. Access to the viewing platform costs 100 baht, with the money supposedly going towards building a better road.
G-John-Suwan Viewpoint - Right at the southern tip of Koh Tao, the view to the north is spectacular, showing both Chalok Baan Khao Bay and Haad Tien beaches and the hilly interior of the island. There is a 50 baht entrance fee to the viewpoint, as well as a short and relatively easy hike. It is named after the two friends who discovered the view while looking for somewhere to build a house.
H- Tanote Bay- The largest of the east-coast beaches, this is the busiest and most populated area on this side of the island.
ACTIVITIES- Koh Tao is famous as a diving destination and many a visitor has come for an Open Water Diver qualification. The dramatic coral landscapes are home to turtles, stingrays, reef sharks, barracudas. The activities available include sailing, rock climbing, abseiling, cliff jumping, wakeboarding, kayaking, fishing, mini golf, hiking and mountain biking.
HOW TO REACH- The only way to reach Koh Tao is by boat to Mae Haad Pier. Ferries sail from Chumphon, Surat Thani, Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Tickets can usually be bought at the pier you are sailing from (where they are also usually cheapest) and need not be booked in advance.
Ferry companies Lomprayah, Seatran, and Songserm serve Ko Tao from:
LOCAL TRANSPORT- There are plenty of taxis in Mae Haad and Sairee, but their prices for journeys to other beaches are usually very high, with an official minimum fare of 300 baht. Hiring a long-tail boat can often be a pleasant and safer method of getting from beach to beach, with short journeys costing as little as 100-200 baht.
HOW TO GO-One way Transfer from Koh Samui Airport to Koh Tao by Shared Minivan and Seatran Discovery Ferry- 25.71 USD
https://www.viator.com/tours/Koh-Tao/Koh-Samui-Airport-to-Koh-Tao-by-Shared-Minivan-and-Seatran-Discovery-Ferry/d34193-9574P302
Get picked up from the arrival terminal at Koh Samui Airport and ride by shared minivan to Bang Rak Pier in air-conditioned comfort. Switch to Seatran Discovery ferry and cruise further to Koh Tao with a short stopover on Koh Phangan to pick up /drop-off other transferring guests. Get dropped off at Mae Haad Pier on Koh Tao from where you can easily grab a taxi to your hotel.
E-KO PHA-NGAN
A-Mae Haad Beach -The island’s main town, where you will find the pier as well as plenty of guesthouses, shops, bars and other services. Naturally, this beach is among the busiest.
B- Sairee Beach- The most popular place for tourists is Sairee on the west coast, which has a white sandy beach of 1.7 km interrupted only by a few huge boulders and a scattering of medium budget resorts and restaurants. Despite being the longest beach on the island, it is also one of the busiest, being immediately to the north of Mae Haad and home to a lot of budget accommodation.
C-Koh Nangyuan- A group of three tiny islets off Koh Tao’s northwest coast - which you can get to for about 200 baht return - the beach which links them is iconic and probably the most photographed part of the area. Naturally, the small beach is usually quite busy, but is still worth a visit.
D-Jor Por Ror- Located at the southern end of Sairee Beach is a large rock formation bearing the initials of King Rama V, who visited the island in 1899. Don’t even think about adding your own mark to the highly-revered stone.
E-Haad Tien -Commonly known as “Rocky Bay”, this is one of the furthest beaches from Mae Haad, but one of the best. It has the clearest water and the cleanest beach, with only a small selection of quite exclusive resorts there. It is sometimes also called “Shark Bay” for the number of black-tip reef sharks you can snorkel among.
F-Mango Viewpoint- Located in the hills in the north of the island, the view of Mae Haad and Sairee Beach is spectacular. It is reached either by taking a long, challenging walk up the hill from the 7-Eleven in Sariee or by motorbike up a steep and risky road. Access to the viewing platform costs 100 baht, with the money supposedly going towards building a better road.
G-John-Suwan Viewpoint - Right at the southern tip of Koh Tao, the view to the north is spectacular, showing both Chalok Baan Khao Bay and Haad Tien beaches and the hilly interior of the island. There is a 50 baht entrance fee to the viewpoint, as well as a short and relatively easy hike. It is named after the two friends who discovered the view while looking for somewhere to build a house.
H- Tanote Bay- The largest of the east-coast beaches, this is the busiest and most populated area on this side of the island.
ACTIVITIES- Koh Tao is famous as a diving destination and many a visitor has come for an Open Water Diver qualification. The dramatic coral landscapes are home to turtles, stingrays, reef sharks, barracudas. The activities available include sailing, rock climbing, abseiling, cliff jumping, wakeboarding, kayaking, fishing, mini golf, hiking and mountain biking.
HOW TO REACH- The only way to reach Koh Tao is by boat to Mae Haad Pier. Ferries sail from Chumphon, Surat Thani, Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Tickets can usually be bought at the pier you are sailing from (where they are also usually cheapest) and need not be booked in advance.
Ferry companies Lomprayah, Seatran, and Songserm serve Ko Tao from:
- Surat Thani (4 hours day boat, 9 hours on overnight boat)
- Chumphon (1.5–3 hours, 7 hours on overnight boat)
- Ko Samui (approximately 2.5 hours)
- Ko Pha-ngan (approximately 1.5–2 hours).
LOCAL TRANSPORT- There are plenty of taxis in Mae Haad and Sairee, but their prices for journeys to other beaches are usually very high, with an official minimum fare of 300 baht. Hiring a long-tail boat can often be a pleasant and safer method of getting from beach to beach, with short journeys costing as little as 100-200 baht.
HOW TO GO-One way Transfer from Koh Samui Airport to Koh Tao by Shared Minivan and Seatran Discovery Ferry- 25.71 USD
https://www.viator.com/tours/Koh-Tao/Koh-Samui-Airport-to-Koh-Tao-by-Shared-Minivan-and-Seatran-Discovery-Ferry/d34193-9574P302
Get picked up from the arrival terminal at Koh Samui Airport and ride by shared minivan to Bang Rak Pier in air-conditioned comfort. Switch to Seatran Discovery ferry and cruise further to Koh Tao with a short stopover on Koh Phangan to pick up /drop-off other transferring guests. Get dropped off at Mae Haad Pier on Koh Tao from where you can easily grab a taxi to your hotel.
E-KO PHA-NGAN
It is an island in the Gulf of Thailand in southeast Thailand in Surat Thani Province. Koh Phangan, with an overall area of 125sqkm, is Thailand’s fifth biggest island. Predominantly made up of granite, Koh Pha Ngan. The main disembarkation points are Thongsala and Haad Rin where you will find plenty of ATM machines and banks.
Ko Pha-ngan is best known for its Full Moon Party at Haad Rin Beach. Ko Pha-ngan has two sister islands: the larger Ko Samui to the south and the smaller Ko Tao to the north.
Estimated perimeter: 40 km. From Ko Samui: about 15 km Highest Point: Khao Ra, 630 m
ACTIVITIES AT THE PHA-NGA-
- KO SAMUI TOURS -
01- 6 Hours Guided Koh Samui City Tour
USD24
Departure Time - 09:30 Hours Hotel Pickup-Free
https://www.viator.com/tours/Koh-Samui/6-Hours-Guided-Koh-Samui-City-Tour/d347-33893P70
Itinerary-
02- Samui Island Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Big Boat with Kayaking by Viator
Duration-8hrs Departure Time- Chaweng Beach: 07:15 - 07:30 43.51USD
Departure by tour boat with 3 decks from Nathon Pier: 08:30
Itinerary:
03- Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Ko Samui-
https://travel.hotels.com/things-to-do/full-day-guided-sightseeing-tour-of-ko-samui
Price-27USD
Presented by-V P Gupta
Ko Pha-ngan is best known for its Full Moon Party at Haad Rin Beach. Ko Pha-ngan has two sister islands: the larger Ko Samui to the south and the smaller Ko Tao to the north.
Estimated perimeter: 40 km. From Ko Samui: about 15 km Highest Point: Khao Ra, 630 m
ACTIVITIES AT THE PHA-NGA-
- i-Beach-hopping is a must do if you stay in Koh Phangan. With a perimeter of about 40km, the island is not that big, yet has about 30 beaches of various sizes and shapes. It’s fairly cheap to rent a motorbike – about 200-300 baht per day, then go explore all these beaches. Some of the tiniest ones cannot be reached by road easily; Haad Nam Tok (Waterfall Beach) for instance. In this case, you may want to hire a long-tail boat for the day, and cruise along the beautiful Koh Phangan shore to get there.
- ii-Activities at Hand in Haad Rin- Haad Rin offers a good choice of activities such as beach football, beach volleyball, and bikini contests, as well as a good list of water sports including jet skiing, sea kayaking, and more.
- iii-Snorkel and Dive around Koh Phangan-The waters around Koh Phangan offer great snorkelling and scuba diving sites.
- iv-Hike to the Waterfalls-There are several waterfalls to discover in Koh Phangan. The most notable ones are Than Sadet Waterfall (off the road to Thong Nai Pan beaches); Paradise Waterfall, located off the road to Chaloklum Bay; Than Prawet Waterfall, also near Thong Nai Pan beaches
- KO SAMUI TOURS -
01- 6 Hours Guided Koh Samui City Tour
USD24
Departure Time - 09:30 Hours Hotel Pickup-Free
https://www.viator.com/tours/Koh-Samui/6-Hours-Guided-Koh-Samui-City-Tour/d347-33893P70
Itinerary-
- Lady Monk Temple & Big Buddha Temple.
- Wat Plai Laem.
- Grandfather & Grandmother Rocks.
- The Monkey Show.
- Namuang Waterfall.
- Shop around at Nathon Town buy Souvenirs.
02- Samui Island Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Big Boat with Kayaking by Viator
Duration-8hrs Departure Time- Chaweng Beach: 07:15 - 07:30 43.51USD
Departure by tour boat with 3 decks from Nathon Pier: 08:30
Itinerary:
- 07:00 - 08:30: Hotel pickup on Koh Samui
- 08:30 - 09:45: Cruise by tour boat to Angthong Marine Park with a light breakfast
- 09:45 - 10:30: Paddle by kayak around the islands in Angthong Marine Park (only if kayak option has been booked)
- 10:30 - 11:00: Reach Mae Koh by kayak or set over by longtail boat
- 11:00 - 12:00: Climb to the viewpoint overlooking the Emerald Lagoon
- 12:00 - 13:00: Enjoy a tasty Thai buffet lunch
- 13:00 - 14:00: More kayaking at Wua Talap Island or hike along a 500m natural trail known as 'Bua Boke'
- 14:00 - 15:00: Short hike to the Lotus Cave with beautiful stalactites & stalagmites
- 15:00 - 16:15: Head back to Koh Samui having coffee or tea on board
- 16:15 - 16:30: Transfer to hotel
03- Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Ko Samui-
https://travel.hotels.com/things-to-do/full-day-guided-sightseeing-tour-of-ko-samui
Price-27USD
- Wai Plai Laemii-Big Buddha Temple,
- Hin Ta (Grandfather) and Hin Yai (Grandmother),
- See a mummified body of the Thai monk, Luong Pordaeng.
- Na Muang Waterfall .
- Nathon.
Presented by-V P Gupta