As the gorgeous Thai islands get more visitors it gets harder and harder to find paradise. Koh Samui had its own charm and we did have some fabulous meals on the island. Here is a quick guide on enjoying Samui.
Getting there:
Depending on where you are you’ll take a boat- or you can also fly in. We were at already at Koh Tao island so our boat ride was short and sweet. Arriving on a clear day to weather like this is pretty nice indeed. As I get seasick I made sure to pick a large catamaran so to avoid as much movement as possible.
Bangkok Airways and Thai Airways operate flights from Bangkok, with Bangkok Airways operating direct flights to/from Singapore and Hong Kong.
Firefly also connects Kuala Lumpur with the island.
Sleep:
We stayed at Carpe Diem Hotel, which at the time of our stay was a pretty decent boutique hotel in the Bophut Fisherman Village, the most charming area of Koh Samui. The village has great ocean views and sandy beaches with the background of Koh Phangan.
We’ve read that the hotel is under new management, there are so many options that you won’t have problems finding a great spot. A tip would be to just get one night in a hotel and then have a look around the next day, especially if you’re looking to rent a place longer than a week. Another option is to stay at the Four Seasons Koh Samui Resort for the ultimate in luxury.
Eat:
Definitely have a meal in the Fisherman’s village. As restaurants change all the time, the only thing I recommend is to look at the fresh fish on offer- we stayed away from places that had shark fin on the menu. Such is the choice of dining options available on the island that no matter where you might be staying, you are never too far away from a good restaurant. But it isn’t only about the amount of restaurants that are available on Koh Samui, the variety of different types of food that is sold here is also quite staggering.
Emerald Bar in the Fisherman’s Village offers great panoramic views of the sea.
Do:
Check out the Wat Phra Yai Big Buddha Statue, indulge in some water sports such as kayaking or swimming. Rent a motorbike and go for a drive to take photos all around the island.
The Ang Thong Marine Park is reachable on a day trip, but deserted enough to your own private spots to relax. This 42-island archipelago is truly a stunning spot to snorkel, dive, lie on the beach or kayak. One of the park’s islands, Maekoh, has its own emerald inland lake! Most hotels and Koh Samui travel agencies offer a variety of Ang Thong tours.
For some fun in the sun, the busiest strip of sand in town is Chaweng Beach, which has the most concentrated accomodations and the best nightlife. Though over-crowded, it’s a nice beach with pretty white sand and turquoise waters. Also popular is Lamai Beach. Not as busy as Chaweng, but with plenty of hotel options and a lovely beach, you can research the area online before you arrive to make sure you’re in the right place for your perfect holiday.
Other options include Choeng Mon, Lipa Noi and Maenam, all of which have resorts and bungalows to suit different budgets.
Pack up your sunscreen, mosquito repellent and bathing suit and make a relaxing trip to Koh Samui!
*This is a guest post.
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