Location: Ko Samui
Top Things to do in Ko Samui
10 Things to do in Ko Samui That You Shouldn't Miss
Koh Samui was once a Thai fishing community, and that charming sensibility is still present today. Spending time in Bophut is a wonderful way to soak up local culture; the beachy village restaurants and pubs are perfect spots to experience the sunset. There aren’t many other places where you can bask in the camp of a cabaret show and the solemnity of a Buddhist temple. As far as the latter goes, Wat Plai Laem is a magnificent vision of gilded red rooftops and a massive spindly-armed statue of Guanyin.
Restaurants in Ko Samui
1. High Park Samui
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 189 reviews
Samui’s #1 Full Day Destination! Your complete bucket list checklist theme park destination! Adventure, fun, for all ages and families, parties, 3 pools, infinity pool with panoramic views, wine and dine under sunsets that take your breath away, world-renown guest DJs, sun to get your sexy bikinis out, yes we do have it all! Parties Schedule: -Every Tuesday pool party with us with the best DJ'S of Samui, playing EDM and house music. -Every Friday med pool parties -Every Sunday MONKEY PARK - The Best Djs of Samui playing EDM, Techno, and House Music. -Every Thursday splash me pool party – win a bottle in a splash battle overlooking our stunning sea vies and with the best DJ'S of Samui! -Every Monday & Wednesday - Chill Pool chill out and fun time near the pool with friends and amazing food and stunning sea views -Saturdays we are closed. Do a minimum order of our amazing food and drinks and do the slides and more for free all day!!! Also, get a big sofa sunbed for up to 8 people
Reviewed By Boguki - Perth, Australia
Such a great at High Park Samui Fantastic veiws, drinks and adrenalin pumping fun Thanks Guy, it was so nice to meet you and your family
2. Samui Elephant Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 952 reviews
**Winners of Best Animal Welfare from the Tourism Authority of Thailand!** **Recognized by leading animal welfare charity World Animal Protection as a Best Practice Elephant Venue** We are very proud to bring the first elephant sanctuary to Koh Samui in Southern Thailand. Set on forest land, we offer a retirement home for elephants who have worked exhausting hours in the logging and tourism industries. Feed, walk with, and observe our gentle giants as they roam, socialise, bathe and enjoy a peaceful life that they so deserve. Join our morning or afternoon program knowing you are supporting ethical elephant tourism and helping to make a difference.
Reviewed By NINABUDDEN - London, United Kingdom
This is the only genuine elephant sanctuary on the island where elephant comes first, not the visitor. It’s worth every penny you pay, these people are saints and each elephant has its own minder who is making sure those old ladies have everything they need! These beautiful giants have been tortured, abused and have been working hard for most of their lives, this sanctuary makes sure it gives them the retirement and enjoyment they deserve. Sanctuary is purely self financed by the ticket sales and donations and all the money goes into making sure there is enough bananas and food for them as well as gives the sanctuary a chance to buy and save more elephants ( their price can reach 5 million bahts!). Make a difference, help them out, spend a day feeding and walking with elephants in their own environment, it will be a memory you will cherish for life! Thank you for reading this.
3. Koh Tan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By jumalaska - Quebec, Canada
You reach this small island by a longtail boat from Koh Samui. Go to Thongkrut (The TongKrut Pier Restaurant) and ask for a longtail boat to Koh Tan. They will bring you there and pick you up after your wish to go back. At Koh Tan there is restaurants and you can enjoy good Thai food (fresh fish). The island is mainly rocks but there is a beach where you can walk along the sea. There are only around people living on Koh Tan and it is unspoiled from mass tourist still!On the island is wild buffalo's and wild boars.The people there are very open and friendly. A monk is living in a small Wat which you can visit if you take the walk along the beach. village. It is a small, largely spool island, known for its coral and marine life. Giant clams, fan corals and a wide variety of fish species live in and around the protected reefs. Koh Tan can be reached by local long tail fishing boat. Trips generally include snorkeling on the reef, a stop at one of the island’s fine beaches, and a walk along the wooden platform that was built by the locals to view the mangrove forests.
4. Lamai Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,987 reviews
Reviewed By 897debir - Hamilton, New Zealand
Loved this beacj very much, was close to our hotel, had lots of places to eat and drink right on the sand as well as in the township. The water was clean, no big waves, lots of activities and the hawkers were polite and left you when you said No thanks to them without any hassle.
5. Secret Buddha Garden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 731 reviews
Reviewed By aymanzx - London, United Kingdom
Amazing place, Must visit if you love going back in time and love ancient art. Absolutely so beautiful, also so calm and peaceful. Highly recommended to visit Entrance fee of 120 Bat very reasnoble I loved this place and definitely will visit again
6. Paradise Park Farm
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 666 reviews
Reviewed By TrudyP60 - Lamai Beach, Thailand
Worth the trip up the hill... we made the mistake of trying to walk as the taxi would not take us. Some passer buys offered a lift which we accepted. There are no taxis to take you back. Beautiful park. Lots of animal interaction. Mountain goats, rabbits and so much more. Loved the views and infinity pool.
7. Fisherman’s Village
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7,911 reviews
Reviewed By orac2019
Even though the most visited tourist attractions in Koh Samui are located in Chaweng and Lamai, visitors shouldn’t miss the beautiful and quaint Fisherman’s Village in Bophut. The village is now more popular than ever before, especially among st western tourists. The Fisherman’s Village offers a tranquil beach setting, cozy guest houses, resorts, restaurants, shops and plenitude of exhilarating activities. The village also has a charming “walking street” that allows visitors to enjoy a traffic-free stroll through the area and visitors will find numerous eateries, coffee shops and entertainment zones adjoining the beach.
8. Chaweng Beach
9. Hin Ta & Hin Yai Rocks
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3,663 reviews
Reviewed By 429carolynn - Mermaid Beach, Australia
I had heard of the Rocks but wasn’t too sure what they were all about. Hin Ta and Hin Yai, some fascinating rock formations on Koh Samui’s south coast, have been a source of mirth and wonder on the island since they were discovered by the locals many years ago. Art often imitates Nature, but less common is Nature imitating Art, especially the Art of the Ribald. But in Thailand anything is possible and these rocks, known as Grandpa (Ta) and Grandma (Yai), look, respectively, like male and female genitalia. Set on the rocky coastline between Lamai and Hua Thanon, Hin Ta and Hin Yai raise indulgent chuckles or embarrassed titters from those who go to see them. This unusual and titillating sight has, naturally, given rise to a legend explaining how the rocks came into being
10. Na Muang Waterfall
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1,318 reviews
Reviewed By nazarovaol - Kharkiv, Ukraine
If you want to visit the beautiful waterfall on Koh Samui, be sure to visit the waterfall On Muang II. Make sure you climb to the top (no guide needed), passed the coconut leaf. Your condition should be fine, but it is worth it to reach the top and dive into the refreshing water. Elephant trekking is really not worth the money, but the waterfall is absolutely great. we should see if you want.
