Location: Ko Samui
Top Things to do in Ko Samui
Top 10 Things to do Good for Couples in Ko Samui, Surat Thani Province
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. 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.
2. We Green
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
“WeGreen” Koh Samui’s way of life, a cultural park, non-toxic vegetable farm and restaurant. This is the new tourist attraction on Koh Samui. And it’s the one and only located in Lamai now open for all of you to visit. Samui Cultural Park, Veggie Farm and Restaurant
Reviewed By dynamic14 - Singapore, Singapore
This was the best part of the tour. Got to experience the many ways of using coconut; from the plucking of the coconut by a monkey, to dehusking the coconut, grating the coconut flesh, making of coconut caramel and kanom ko sugar dumpling with coconut. Experiencing the Samui culture and trying our hands at some of the stations made it very interactive and educational too. Not to mention the food tasting too. We thoroughly enjoyed walking through these few stations and would highly recommend to all. This was followed. Y a walk through the organic non toxic farm, ending with a healthy and yummy lunch at the restaurant. We were amazed at the effort placed in the freshness and quality of the food, right up to the presentation. Spotting the flowers and butterflies in the dishes brought a smile to our faces. The restaurant is open from 10.30am - 10pm. Can’t say how thrilled we are to have discovered this new kid on the block.
3. Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,435 reviews
These 40 islands, spread over approximately 97 square miles in the Gulf of Thailand, are characterized by hundreds of limestone monoliths, carved into fantastic shapes by years of erosion.
Reviewed By P963SLalisonb - Australia, null
We did a full day trip on a speed boat, it was excellent, the snorkeling was amazing, I would probably would give the emerald lake a miss if climbing ladder-steep steps for 15-20 min is too much, as it was very very hot (it is winter here) but well worth a visit, I am so glad we did it! Massages are cheap enough here that the sore thighs didn’t last long ???? The marine park is a visual wonder above & below the water. Inexperienced people can still snorkel over amazing corals surrounded by brilliantly coloured schools of fish & marine life (not a shark in sight ????). Lunch at one of the the islands restaurants is recommended to see the original lifestyle of the local people, and the huge buffet of food was delicious. The only thing I might change was the length of the tour, we were off at 8am from the pier at big Buddha beach & back at about 5.30pm, it was a long day , but we saw heaps in that time. We even stopped at the rangers island & saw wild monkeys. The crew were lovely, but all heavy smokers, the smell kind of detracted from the pristine snorkeling environment.. The return trip in the speedboat-due to the ocean swell was very rough (I have butt bruises to prove it! ????), but I sat at the front end of the boat so that was caused by my position... All in all it was great fun & definitely worth doing. For those with back issues I would recommend the larger boats for a smoother ride home.
4. Thong Takhian Beach (Silver Beach)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 983 reviews
Reviewed By AlexOstia - London, United Kingdom
I came to Thong Takian to kill two days on a beach before I started a photo assignment on the island. All I wanted was a simple, clean room with a comfortable bed and a nice beach to decompress on after a long flight from London. Thong Takian nailed it. The staff are super friendly, the beach is wonderful and the little beachside restaurant was perfect. The coffee is amazing, even by my well traveled and snobby standards. Oh, the Thai food is good too. One thing I wouldn’t recommend is the sausages for breakfast. It’s one of those countries that just doesn’t do sausages or bacon properly. I would definitely come back here. Hopefully with more time and a stunning woman.
5. 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.
6. Bang Po Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By january1101 - Sydney, Australia
I’ve been to Lamai, Chaweng and Bang Po - Bang Po really stood out for me compared to the others. Both Chaweng and Lamai are very touristy, the sand colour is yellow. Bang Po is far quieter, less touristy, more secluded and the sand is whiter. The ocean colour is teal and the water is very warm with no waves
7. Lamai Sunday Nightmarket
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 614 reviews
Reviewed By X1622QJsuem
Although very busy, the markets had a great vibe with many cheap food and drink options. Lots of stalls with local goods as well. Good night out.
8. Choeng Mon Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 528 reviews
Reviewed By robertlG3505UL - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
shallow water makes it possible to walk far out and still be in water that is at most chest deep. The surrounding neighborhood has some decent restaurants.
9. Ko Wua Talap Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By kastytisr2018 - Vilnius, Lithuania
Koh Wua Ta Lap Koh Wua Ta Lap is one of 42 islands that make up the Ang Thong National Marine Park. The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Ko Wua Ta Lap costs only ฿1000, and the quickest way takes just 5½ hours.
10. Maenam Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,415 reviews
Reviewed By ceylonsoul - Singapore, Singapore
Not as popular as the upbeat Chaweng, but that's exactly the charm of this place - nice, quiet and truly cozy! The sand is not as fine, but not a problem for me here. It's definitely worth the time here for the calm waters, the views of the beautiful Koh Phangan in the distance surrounded by hues of turquoise blue (on a sunny day).
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