Location: Ko Samui
Top Things to do in Ko Samui
Top 6 Things to do in Ko Samui, Thailand
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. The Thai Experience
Overall Ratings
5 based on 835 reviews
"A must try activity" according to the Samui Times, The Thai Experience is Thailand's newest communal dining attraction on the island of Koh Samui, bringing you the best modern Thai food, delicious cocktails and a sprinkling of Thai culture in a fun and interactive way, no matter the weather. A professional dinner party with a 15 dish, 3 course meal, a cocktail class and English-speaking guides to answer questions, share travel tips and teach you everything you need to know to maximise your enjoyment during your stay. Come rain or shine, let us spoil you for an evening!
Reviewed By Lisa H - Guelph, Canada
We came here end of January as a group of 5 and really enjoyed our night. Claire has a wonderful personality and the food was exquisite. My only complaint is that I ate too much!
I would definitely book this if you are a foodie and want a different experience other than the same same thai restaurant.
2. Wat Plai Laem
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By David P - Batemans Bay, Australia
This was the first stop on our "Eco Tour"
Wat Plai Laem is a Buddhist temple compound on Samui's north-east coast featuring ,a striking white 18-arm image of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy and Compassion and the Huge Happy Buddha . Wat Plai Laem offers visitors a view into Chinese-Thai beliefs as well as some elaborate Buddhist-themed art and architecture. It 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 make a donation to the temple are given a bag of food to feed the fish.
3. Samui Disc Golf
Overall Ratings
5 based on 102 reviews
Frisbee Golf is fun for all ages. 9 Holes laid out with chain baskets. There is a lot of shade provided by the many fruit trees.
Reviewed By RileyKennethHayes - Ko Samui, Thailand
This is a short, but very technical 9 hole course in the Mae Nam area of Koh Samui. You won't need much for distance drivers, but you will need to hit your line and shape your shot. The lines are very tight. The course doesn't favor one throwing style; will will need both backhands and forehands, and straight shots, big hyzers, and s-curves. The clubhouse is great with a variety of food and drink options, as well as discs for purchase or rental. Nigel runs a catering business so if you want to have a big group come for a party they can arrange that as well. Great group of people that show up for the weekly rounds. There also is some extra acreage where they set up some additional holes for tournaments.
4. Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 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 scunnyman - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
a trip here is an absolute must while in Samui.
We booked a day trip from Samui and stopped of at some stunning Islands with amazing Beaches,This place is top of the list.
If you do not go you will regret it.
A stunning part of the world.
5. Mae Nam Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Bartosz N - Poznan, Poland
Quiet, very long and sandy beach, water isn't too deep. View for nearby Ko Phangan Island. Everyone can find a place for themselves, even in high season. Good place to rest and relax.
6. Choeng Mon Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 355 reviews
Reviewed By Arfur-Sandwich - Looe
A lovely beach for swimming and relaxing with a good choice of places to eat. Has a few tree shaded spots and several places to hire sunbeds. There are a few jet skis but they are not a problem. There is no noisy monotonous banging music as on parts of Chaweng beach which is a great bonus.
