What to see on Koh Samui on your own by car or bike from the attractions? What excursions to take in Russian and where to go with children? Consider interesting places for travel in Samui and lay a route on the map, learn about entertainment, note the cost of entrance tickets.
Koh Samui is one of Thailand's tourist gems. This is the third resort in the country in the popularity rating. This piece of land is located in the water area rich in attractions of the province of Surat Thani.
The tourist season starts in February and lasts until the end of May. The rest of the months are already rainy. The heavy rain season starts in November and lasts until mid-December.
The popularity of this interesting place is due to the fact that there are a large number of attractions, entertainment, parks. Every tourist will find something to do with his leisure time.
There is:
- 16 beaches (the most famous Chaweng, Lamai, Coral Cove and Crystal bay);
- aquarium;
- 3 world famous zoos with shows;
- butterfly garden (insect museum);
- several huge shopping centers.
This territory is also adjoined by 2 islands and an archipelago, which have the status of national parks. Each of these places can be safely called an entertainment center, where it will be interesting for both adults and children.
The best beaches on Koh Samui on the map
Below is a map of the best beaches to visit when traveling by rental car or bike.
Photos of the beaches of the island:
Tourists who have come to the island to rest are wondering what to visit in the first place, where to go with children and what excursions to choose.
- In a separate material, you can familiarize yourself with all aspects of recreation on Koh Samui, prices for tours, food, groceries, air tickets and other expenses.
What can you see on Koh Samui?
Temple complexes
All the same, you should start exploring the island with cultural monuments, of which 15 are known here. The resort's "business card" is a huge statue of Buddha.
On the sites dedicated to this Samui attraction, we see a photo of a huge seated deity, clearly visible from the plane. This is the Buddha figure decorating the territory Phra Yai Temple... The statue is covered with gilding and is 12 meters high. Inside the temple courtyard, there is an interesting Dragon Ladder, on which tourists love to take pictures.
Thinking about what to visit on their own in Koh Samui in the first place, guests go here first. Moreover, there is a place in the lively area of Bo Phut (in the north of the island). You just need to tell the taxi driver "Big Buddha" and you are there. Attending this miracle is free.
It's also easy to get to another religious building - Wat Plai Laem... You should return (along the isthmus) from Phra Yai and ask for directions (walk only 5 minutes). The place is famous for the sculpture of the 18-hand goddess Guanyin, standing in the center of the lake. The reservoir is inhabited by catfish, which anyone can feed. Free admission.
Other temples on Koh Samui that you should definitely visit:
- Temple of Wat Samret;
- Orthodox church;
- Guan Yin Chinese Temple;
- Laem Sor Pagoda;
- Hainyan Chinese Temple;
- Mosque on Koh Samui;
- Khao Chedi Pagoda.
Adult entertainment
What to do on Koh Samui, where to go in the evening and what to visit together?
- Visit the Buffalo Battles at the Buffalo Farm
There is a picturesque corner located in the area of hotels popular with Russians (along the Chaweng-Choeng Mon Road). You also get here on your own - on foot. We are talking about a buffalo farm, where you can see the battles of these formidable animals. The nearest stadium is across the street from the Baan Talay Resort. For men, entrance is 100 baht, women are free.
- Take photos at the observation deck
On the border of Chaweng and Lamai beaches, there is an excellent viewpoint. The tuk-tuk drivers know this place well. It is rather difficult to climb up and down here (rocky surface, steep slopes), so it is not recommended to take children. The views available are amazing - Chaweng and Lamai open up in front of you.
- Go to party
The entire Chaweng Beach is littered with nightclubs, go-go discos and transvestite shows.
- Go shopping
In Nathon, the capital of the island, there are many shopping centers where you can buy small souvenirs. It is easy to find cosmetics and toiletries - from tropical plants, elements of Thai national costume, local delicacies.
- The cost of tours to Samui from Moscow, St. Petersburg and other cities of the Russian Federation can be found here ⇒
Where to go on Koh Samui with children?
Going on vacation with children, you always want to show them something unusual and memorable. Below are some ideas where you can go with your child on the island.
- Tiger Aquarium & Zoo
All major entertainment on the island is associated with exotic flora and fauna. In this regard, Laem Beach (in the southeast) is interesting. Within walking distance from the village of the same name, a single complex has been organized - the Aquarium and the Tiger Zoo. Sharks, crabs and turtles live here, which are not found anywhere else on Earth.
You can admire the many striking representatives of the deep-sea fauna. The entrance costs 200 baht, but if you pay an extra 20 baht, you can see the tiger enclosures. The unusual zoo hosts performances of trained predators who can swim twice a day.
- Butterfly Garden
Everyone who seriously wondered "Where to go to Samui?" Has heard about the butterfly garden. It is also located in the Laem recreation area (we say to the Butterfly Garden taxi driver - minibuses do not go here).
The territory of the garden itself is a masterpiece of landscape art - butterflies live among beautifully arranged stones, artificial waterfalls and flower beds. In memory of this place, you can buy, for example, a dried scorpion for $ 10. Entrance to the facility costs 200 baht (children often do not take money).
- Paradise park
Many kids will be interested in seeing bright birds on the farm. Paradise park... And this opportunity is available to those who live on Lamai Beach. From here you can quickly reach the ring road. Opposite the temple with the mummified monk, you need to turn right and drive very close. You are constantly accompanied by signs. Paradise Park Farm is located on the high mountain of Khao Pom. However, much can be seen already at its foot.
Closer to the top you will find many more interesting things:
- dozens of varieties of tropical parrots;
- pigeons 12 colors;
- a gibon named Cola and other monkeys;
- rabbits (also of different colors).
All animals live here freely. They can be fed and ironed. Adults get here for 400 baht, children for 300 baht.
- Safari Park
The safari park is no less famous in the area. It is located at the 80-meter Namuang waterfall. Here you can not only ride elephants and visit the elephant show, but also see the artists of the snake, crocodile and monkey theater. Entrance with a visit to 1 show costs 200, 3 shows - 450, 5 shows - 750 baht. Children's tickets are half the price. Hearty treats and drinks are included in the price of the visit.
Samui attractions on the map
Prices for excursions to Koh Samui in 2021
Among the local excursions, the most popular are:
- a trip to the national parks of Ko Tao and Ko Nan Gyuan (a unique area of untouched nature, price 1600 baht);
- sightseeing tour by jeep (Safari Park, Big Buddha, cliffs of Laem beach, Wat Kuaram and Wat Plai Laem, price 1400 baht);
- trip to the snake farm and rum factory (snake show and rum tasting, price 1800 baht);
- trip to the Angthong Marine Reserve (sailing in the archipelago, including kayaking, scuba diving, total cost 1800 baht).
This overview will briefly help you to see the main attractions on Koh Samui with photos and descriptions that will diversify your vacation in addition to a beach holiday.As a bonus, we advise you to study the heading about holidays in Thailand, which will help you plan your trip yourself and find out about the prices.
