Once discovered by backpackers some 30 years ago, Thailands
third largest island, Koh Samui, has still preserved its
original tropical charm and relaxation and enjoyable holidays
already starts at the airport with its bamboo hut romantic and
tropical surrounding. Samui has everything to offer to make your
vacation an unforgettable one - white sand beaches, beautiful
nature, delicious wining & dining and accommodation with the
tropical flair you have dreamed of. You can rejuvenate your body
and soul in one of the spas, join some of the fun activities and
explore the attractions around the island. After dark bars, pubs
and dance clubs invite for a drink or two and the roads are
lined with all kind of shopping opportunities. Daily flights
from Bangkok and other destinations make Samui easy accessible,
even for a short weekend trip.
Chaweng Beach6 km
of white sandy beach, tropical hotels, a hopping nightlife,
numerous restaurants and shopping opportunities makes Chaweng
the most popular beach on the island's east coast. During the
day one can relax on the beach, enjoy some water sports or other
activities while at nighttime Chaweng transfers to a bustling
entertainment area with live music, cabaret shows, dance clubs
and dining opportunities not to be missed.
Lamai Beachis the
second popular beach after Chaweng. The sea gets quickly deeper
making it perfect for swimming and water sports. At the southern
end of the beach the famous Grandfather & Grandmother rock formations,
stretch their bizarre shapes in the sky. Restaurants, spas,
bars and shopping opportunities are plentiful and the nightlife
is just second to Chaweng however generally, Lamai is perfect
for families and couples.
Bophut BeachLocated
in the North of Samui, between Maenam and Chaweng, Bophut consists
of the Fisherman's Village and the beach west of it. The beach
at the village is small and not too suitable for swimming as
there are many tour and diving boats going from here to other
islands. It still conveys the atmosphere of a small fishing
village however it recently turned as well into a dining Mecca,
with plenty of excellent restaurants not to be missed.
Maenam Beachis located
in the North of Samui with smooth sand and good swimming preferences,
perfect for families with small children as the water is shallow
and there is no noise from nightlife or traffic. Shopping opportunities
as well as restaurants are located in the area, most within
walking distance. It is just a 15 minutes drive to the action
in Chaweng and 10 minutes to Bophut's Fisherman Village for
some fine wining and dining.
Big Buddha Beach
is located in the northeast of Samui and has smooth sand, good
swimming preferences and is safe for children. From here you
have fantastic views over the 12 meter high golden Big Buddha.
Big Buddha Beach has everything to offer like restaurants, bars
and shopping opportunities and all kind of accommodations from
simple beach huts to tropical resorts catering to all budgets.