Koh Samui

Koh Samui is one of the most popular islands in Thailand, it possesses the characteristic beauty and offers a wide variety of activities. Originally, Koh Samui was used to be the area of coconut plantations, but after being discovered by backpacked travelers, it is noted by them as a peaceful and magnificent paradise some time 20 years ago. Since then, Samui Island began to be a relaxation heaven for the travelers who are looking for spending their valuable holidays in this paradise island.

Stay
All types of accommodation can be found in Koh Samui from fan bungalows to Air conditioned hotel rooms and bungalows and even luxurious well-designed five star resorts with the rates ranging from less than 1,000 Thai Baht to above 20,000 Thai Baht.


Getting There
There is the direct flight or bus or train from Bangkok to Koh Samui. By bus to Koh Samui or by train to Surat Thani Province and from Surat Thani Province, there is the ferry transfer to cross over to Koh Samui. There are three airlines running the flights to Koh Samui. Thai airways, Bangkok airways, Berjaya Air. Thai Airways fly between Bangkok and Koh Samui and Berjaya Airlines fly from Subang Airport (Kuala Lumpur) in Malaysia to Koh Samui. Bangkok Airways fly from Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya (U-Tapao), Krabi, Chiang Mai, Singapore, and Hong Kong to Koh Samui........ read more details

Attractions

Enjoying the sun and beach atmosphere lull you into the feeling that you never want to budge from the beach. But Kho Samui is an island of great natural beauty and has lots of things to be see. Even those who do not get excited about sightseeing will find that the journeys to these popular attractions will provide their own delights......read more details

Shopping
With the influx of visitors to the island from time to time, there are increasing number of shops selling varieties of items on the Island. Vast array of souvenirs, clothes, jewellery produced in other parts of Thailand are brought to Ko Samui to cater the shoppers from all over the world. Try to make the best purchase possible by getting a fair price. Many labor-intensive items are available locally, such as custom-made tailors, handcrafts, souvenir items made of coconut raw materials, wood sculptures. Moreover, there are many jewellery shops available on the island. Many of these items can be bought at very reasonable prices.

Dining
Koh Samui is known to be a paradise not only for its world famous tropical beaches but also for its friendly people and delicious food ranging from Western delicacies to world's famous Thai food. Koh Samui has recently been lucky in having many experienced and proficient chefs move in Koh Samui sharing their extraordinary cooking skills to the tourists from all over the world ....... read more details

Night Entertainment
The ambience of nightlife is as relaxed and freewheeling as you will experience anywhere. The convenience, the excitement, and secure surrounding are mainly making this island being an exceptionally safe place to let loose and have fun ....... read more details

Weather
Unfortunately, visitors are sometimes incorrectly informed about the seasons of Koh Samui prior to their departure from their home. It is unaware by most of the visitors. For instance, we do not have the same rainy season as it does in Bangkok and other parts of Thailand.

During the high season, from December to February, temperatures on Koh Samui can reach up to 30°C (86°F). Some tropical rain showers occur sometimes in November and a little bit in December. This is the best season for European people as the weather is comparatively cooler than the rest of the year.

Samui Beaches

Chaweng beach
Lamai beach
Maenam beach
Bophut beach
Chaweng Noi beach : Southern part of Chaweng Beach. Located between Chaweng beach and Lamai beach.
Choengmon beach
Other Beaches : Laemset beach, Lipanoi Beach, Baan Makham Beach, Big Buddha Beach, Laemsor Beach, Taling Ngam Beach, Hua Thanon Beach, Bang Kao Beach.