Koh Samui
@ Ko Samui, Surat Thani Province, Thailand
Koh Samui Travel Info
Koh Samui is Thailand's third largest island (only Phuket and Koh Chang are bigger), and its second biggest beach destination after Phuket. Also written as Ko Samui or simply Samui, it lies on the Gulf of Thailand, about an hour by ferry from Donsak Pier in Surat Thani.
Koh Samui is 247 km sq and about 700 km south of Bangkok. The ideal time to experience tropical island weather is to around late December to the end of March. The hottest months are from April to June, while the wettest season is from mid-October to early-December.
The name Koh Samui has been known among ancient boatmen for a long time. Pretty much a coconut grove until the early 70's, when it was discovered by backpackers, Koh Samui has today developed into a major tourist destination. They are drawn to the snow-white sands of its beaches, especially those along Chaweng Beach, on the northeast coast. Chaweng also has one of the largest concentration of health spas and tailors in Thailand.
Beach on Koh Samui north coast.
Attractions on Koh Samui
Let's explore Koh Samui from the comfort of your desk. Click on the thumbnails below to start your journey through Koh Samui!.
Angthong National Park A cluster of over forty islands west of Koh Samui
Chaweng Beach The main tourist belt at Koh Samui
Hin Ta Hin Yai Rock formation on the coast of Koh Samui
Koh Nangyuan Pristine island northwest of Koh Samui perfect for snorkelling
Koh Phangan Island north of Koh Samui, famous for its Full Moon Party
Koh Tao Island northwest of Koh Samui
Koh Wua Talap Main island in the Angthong archipelago
Namuang Waterfall Main waterfall on Koh Samui
Wat Khun Aram Temple of the Mummified Monk
Wat Phra Yai Temple of the Big Buddha
Getting Around Koh Samui
Look out for the red pick-up trucks called Songtao. They are the main mode of transportation around Koh Samui. The accompanying map and thumbnail gallery provides a quick link to various sights of interest around the island.
Koh Samui Photo Gallery
View from the ferryboat towards Koh Samui.
Evening on the north coast of Koh Samui, with Angthong Marine National Park in the horizon.
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