In addition to a beach holiday, we will consider entertainment on Koh Samui, we will find out what to see, where to go and what to do with children, we will definitely touch upon the prices for excursions and other expenses that will help you have fun in Thailand.
What to do in Koh Samui?
Koh Samui is the island of Thailand, located in the waters of the Gulf of Thailand, is the second most visited island (after Phuket). The tourist infrastructure is developed, this resort offers its tourists absolutely any kind of recreation, but preference is still given to the beach.
Here you can find many hotels in different price categories, ranging from inexpensive (budget) to luxury. Also on the island there are many detached bungalows and villas located on the very shore, which are rented out in the arena.
The island is characterized by the cleanest and most beautiful beaches, they run along the entire perimeter of the coast, but even in the high season you can find a secluded place for solitude. In addition to a relaxing beach holiday, water sports are very popular activities for tourists.
Entertainment on Koh Samui is very diverse. In addition, the island has many natural attractions (waterfalls, jungle), as well as man-made cultural structures of historical value (temples, Buddha statue).
The high season starts from January to April, at this time the island is very crowded, the weather is the most comfortable, but prices are also going up.
The tourist season lasts a whole year, the weather conditions are quite acceptable for recreation, if there is rain, then they are short-lived and imperceptible. Visiting from October to mid-December is not recommended - the rainy season begins with heavy rainfall.
Samui money is represented by baht, denominations of 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000 signs. The approximate cost of 1 baht to the Russian ruble is 1.6 rubles, i.e. 1 baht = 1.6 rubles.
When planning your trip to the island, be sure to check the prices:
- the cost of air tickets to Samui, the best direct flights and with a transfer from Moscow, cities of the Russian Federation,
- prices for package tours, we are looking for the best offers from major tour operators.
Fun for children and adults at sea
The resort offers many water activities for both children and adults, all of which are safe. All tourists are instructed before the start, and an experienced guide-instructor accompanies and helps throughout the entire excursion.
The most common marine entertainment for children on Koh Samui is visiting water parks, there are two of them on the island. Coco Splash - represented by many water attractions, pools, trampolines, jet skis, mainly intended for children, it was the young visitors that were emphasized. The cost of a child ticket is 350 baht, an adult ticket is 400 baht.
The Pink Elephant Water Park is intended for both children and adults; on its territory there are swimming pools, slides and attractions, subdivided into children and adults, jacuzzis and pools. The price of a child's visit is 690 baht, an adult 990.
Diving is one of the favorite water activities for adults, but children over 10 years old accompanied by their parents are also accepted. Diving takes place in a special helmet, and not in a mask, this allows you to feel more comfortable and safe and, of course, will facilitate the process itself.
Preparation takes place carefully in the pool and depends on the purpose of the dive. The price for an adult is 2000 baht, for a child - 1500.
Snorkeling. Recommended for children from 5 years old and adult tourists. Includes scuba diving with sea fishing. The duration can be chosen from one day to two at will. The price of a child ticket is 700 baht, an adult ticket is 1300 baht.
Paddleboarding. This is one of the types of water entertainment, it consists in riding a board with a paddle while standing, it is completely safe and interesting.
It is held for both adults and children over 8 years old. Skiing takes place in calm, close to the coast, allows you to develop balance and admire the beautiful sea coast. The cost is from 1000 to 1500 baht per person, depending on the time. The rental is located on any beach.
Sea fishing. Another type of sea entertainment, which is quite popular among tourists, both adults and children over 12 years old are happy to take this trip.
They fish in a special bay, mainly mackerels, sharks, barracuda. In turn, fishing is divided into morning, evening and night. The price depends on the type of fishing, the required gear, duration and lunch, ranging from 1000 to 1500 baht per person.
We recommend taking a closer look at evening fishing, it is very beautiful to be in the sea at sunset.
Boat tours. The entertainment is suitable for children over 5 years old, helps tourists appreciate the beauty of the coast from the water, enjoy the picturesque landscapes, and take beautiful pictures.
On the way, the group usually visits Ang Thong National Park, the whole program of boat trips is very diverse and is adjusted according to the wishes of the assembled group. It starts in the morning and ends in the evening. The cost is from 700 to 2500 baht per person.
Excursions and sights of Koh Samui
What can you see on Koh Samui when you visit it? After all, the island is also rich in natural attractions. The most visited and widespread of them are natural parks, valleys, waterfalls and lakes.
The Ang Thon Natural Park is recommended, this is a small group of islands that amazes its visitors with extraordinary beauty, and in ideal bays you can, if you wish, swim and dive, and do water sports. The cost of visiting is about 1000 baht per person, depending on the chosen entertainment.
Namuang is a beautiful large waterfall, at the foot of which there is a lake where you can swim.
Hin Lad waterfall with an extraordinary rainforest located around it is suitable for adventure lovers. Visitors have to get to it through the jungle; many have an unforgettable experience from this excursion. A visit to the two waterfalls costs from 700 to 1000 baht, depending on the excursion program.
The Paradise Park Farm will introduce tourists to some of the islands that are home to many animals. These are monkeys, iguanas, parrots. Here you can see peacocks and ponies in free movement. All animals can be petted, and some can be photographed. The cost of an adult ticket is 750 baht, a child ticket is 450.
What to see on Koh Samui on your own? First of all, these are local pagodas and temples. Many will not have any problems getting there without a guide. Some of them still house the mummies of ancient rulers, and some surprise with their unusual architecture. In any case, the most exotic of them are:
- Ler Sor temple - a beautiful pagoda against the backdrop of a natural landscape, surrounded by a small park for recreation;
- Plai Lem is a modern Thai temple built near Chong Mon beach, on its territory there is an 18th century Buddha statue, and sacred fish live in a pond;
- Wat Khunaram is one of the most famous temples where the sarcophagus with the priest's mummy is kept. He died during meditation and his body remains incorrupt for a long time.
Many temples are free to enter.
The best beaches in Koh Samui
Chaweng Beach on Koh Samui is one of the most widely visited, its infrastructure includes 5-star hotels, detached villas. Beach lovers can find a paradise for themselves here.
The beach is large, divided into three zones, the sea is quite shallow, this makes swimming safe for children. On the coastal strip, you can collect corals, there is a pagoda and a temple nearby, and you can reach it on foot.
Here you can also have a delicious meal, visit a bar, sit right on the beach, and order any water entertainment or excursion.
Lamai Beach on Koh Samui is no less famous and loved. In its central part there are also many hotels of different categories, bars and cafes located on the coast, cozy tables. The water is clear, the bottom is without stones, there are no waves, this is an ideal place for family holidays and suitable for people of all ages.
On the shore, on this beach, there are picturesque boulders that give it its charm. The beach is large, so even in high season it doesn't feel overcrowded.
Where to go in the evening?
There are many entertainment venues here, the nightlife is very developed here, bars, restaurants, various shows.
- Dr. Froggs, one of the best, will help you get acquainted with real Thai cuisine, all dishes are beautifully served and delicious. The menu is very varied, but the prices are quite high.
- Volkin Street is a kind of street where tourists can taste alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, eat fried insects, buy various souvenirs. The street is very busy and interesting to visit.
- Garland Restaurant is budget friendly, but with very tasty dishes, it will help you appreciate Thai cuisine.
- Muay Thai fighting is a fascinating and spectacular show, real fighters from all over the world perform here. Widely visited by tourists.
- Ark Bar on Chaweng is a great bar, it is located right on the beach, here you can try cocktails and lie on the sand, or dance in a disco.
What to do on Koh Samui in rainy weather?
If a visit to the island fell on rainy weather, then it will not become less pleasant from this, there are many options for how to spend a vacation that is not related to the beach season.
Entertainment options:
- magnificent spa salons and Thai massage will not leave anyone indifferent;
- yoga classes;
- visiting shopping centers, shopping;
- visiting an aquarium or zoo, near Natier Beach, cost about 600 baht;
- visiting numerous excursions, which are difficult to visit during the beach season due to the hot weather. These are pagodas and temples, you can add a wind tunnel attraction, help you feel the effect of weightlessness;
- show Fantasy, entertainment interesting for children and adults, visit the Palace of the Elephants, carnival games, crocodile farm, valley of butterflies.
With light rain, many tourists go on a tour along the washed-out road in a jeep, these conditions add a thrill. Price from 1100 to 1400 baht.
