Destination Thailand
Koh Samui Excursions
Around Samui Island Tour
Operated: Daily, 09:00–13:00 hrs.
This tour provides you with the perfect orientation to the entire island of Samui in less than half-a-day. You will discover how many magnificent beaches the island is blessed with and get expert information to make the most of your holiday. The trip includes a trip to the hilly region in the heart of the island to enjoy both views of the jungle interior and the distant islands in the National Marine Park. The excursion takes in the hugely important commodity that fueled the island’s economic growth before tourism – coconuts. A visit to a coconut farm includes a demonstration of how monkeys harvest the fruit and know how to pick only the ripe coconuts. The tour continues onto Lamai to see one of nature’s peculiar wonders; Grandma and Grandpa Rocks. After a visit to a traditional fishing village to see how Koh Samui was before the advent of tourism, the tour continues to the capital Nathon for shopping. Then we head to the north of the island to see the aptly-named Big Buddha – the colossal statue that can be seen from afar.
Samui Highlights And Spa
Operated: Daily, 08:30–13:30 hrs.
Sightseeing, shopping and sumptuous spa treatments! This tour takes in some of Samui’s best attractions such as the Big Buddha statue and the Big Buddha temple on the north of the island; Grandma and Grandpa Rocks near Lamai; followed by shopping and exploring the island’s capital Na Thon. A short drive takes us to Peace Spa for a choice of 120-minute spa packages. The luxury treatment includes a Thai herbal steam and jacuzzi treatment for 30 minutes, followed by a choice of different body massages for 60 minutes, such as aromatherapy, Thai, or a Swedish massage. To complete this heavenly experience, 30 minutes of foot massage and reflexology is administered. The spa has double spa suites for couples
Ang Thong National Marine Park (By Speed Boat)
Operated: Daily, 08:15–16:00 hrs.
Get away from it all with this great day out to a wonderland of nature; Ang Thong National Marine Park, which consists of 42 islands with tranquil blue lagoons, reefs, and deserted sandy beaches. There are fascinating rock formations, beautiful natural caves and even a salt lake or ‘keyhole‘ lake surrounded by sheer rock walls. Come and join a trip that offers the ultimate in tropical relaxation. There will be time for snorkeling, swimming and kayaking. Lunch and soft drinks are included. There is a small fee for entry into the Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Amazing Eco-Safari
Operated: Daily, 08:00–17:30 hrs.
This tour provides the ultimate opportunity to experience all of Samui’s premier tourist attractions in just a single day. In the morning we visit the Big Buddha statue and adjoining temple complex on the north of the island. We then continue to Lamai to see the peculiar quirk of nature; Grandma and Grandpa Rocks. Next up is a visit to a temple to pay respects to a departed monk; Luang Phaw Daeng whose corpse has remained preserved years after his death. Then it is onto Tar Nim Magic Garden and waterfall, a sanctuary built by a fruit farmer that is adorned with sculptures depicting both humans and various deities. There is a choice of two exciting experiences – an elephant ride or a jungle cable ride. After lunch, there is an animal show involving monkeys, snakes, crocodiles and elephants. We then take a safari truck to the beautiful 80-metre high second Namuang Waterfall for a swim and relaxation. The final visit is to a rubber plantation for a fascinating insight into how this crucial commodity is tapped from trees. We head back to our hotels at 5.30pm.
Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan (By Speedboat)
Operated: Daily, 08:15–16:30 hrs.
A speedboat takes us to Koh Tao for a fun day of swimming, snorkeling and sun bathing on an island named Turtle Island by the first settlers because of its turtle-like geographic shape. The shallow sea off the beach is an excellent place to snorkel and view the colorful corals and abundant tropical fish. The most popular place for tourists is Sairee beach on the west coast. This has a 1.7-km white sandy beach interrupted only by a few huge boulders. Lunch will be served in the popular Thai local restaurant before the party heads over to Koh Nang Yuan where we climb a small hill to a viewpoint to take photographs. A small fee is charged for entry to the National Marine Park. Soft drinks and snorkeling equipment are provided.
Coral Island (Koh Taen)
Operated: Daily, 08:30–16:00 hrs.
Play at being Robinson Crusoe for the day! A short boat ride from Koh Samui lies Koh Taen (Coral Island), a classic desert island location The adventure starts with a short drive to Thong-Krut Bay where we board a long-tailed boat for the 20-minute journey to this adjoining island situated off the southern tip of Samui. Lunch is served at a beach restaurant and time is set aside to ‘recharge the batteries’. For those keen to do more than soak up the rays, the southern end of the beach has a fantastic snorkeling spot with an abundance of coral that is home to a plethora of colorful tropical marine creatures. The west side of the island has a mangrove forest with a sturdy boardwalk so visitors can see how the mangroves act as a haven for land and sea creatures without damaging the sensitive eco-system. The island is traffic-free and without electricity so there is total solitude. Although less than half-an-hour from Samui, Koh Taen is a world away from its bigger neighbour.
