About Koh Samui
Thailand's luxury Gulf island — Chaweng Beach, Big Buddha temple, Ang Thong Marine Park, world-class wellness spas, and a more upscale alternative to Phuket.
Highlights
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Chaweng Beach
7 km white sand — Samui's main beach strip.
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Wellness Spas
Kamalaya, COMO Shambhala — world-class detox and wellness.
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Ang Thong Marine Park
42 limestone islands — kayaking, snorkelling, and viewpoints.
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Big Buddha
12-metre golden Buddha at Wat Phra Yai on a causeway island.
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Halal Friendly
Southern Thailand has a Muslim population — halal food available.
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Key Facts
- Timezone
- Asia/Bangkok
- Currency
- THB (Thai Baht)
- Airport
USM
✈️ Travel Information — Koh Samui
Everything you need to know before you go
Climate: Tropical — hot and humid year-round. Rainy season Oct-Dec.
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🏛️ Top Attractions in Koh Samui
3 attractions
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Ang Thong National Marine Park
A national park of 42 limestone islands — emerald lagoons, hidden beaches, kayak…
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Big Buddha (Wat Phra Yai)
A 12-metre golden Buddha statue on a small island connected by causeway. Samui's…
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Chaweng Beach
Samui's longest and most popular beach — 7 km of white sand, turquoise water, be…
🏨 Where to Stay in Koh Samui
2 accommodations
Resort
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Kamalaya Koh Samui
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South Coast
Multi-award-winning wellness resort — detox programmes, yoga, Traditio…
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Chaweng Beach Hotels
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Chaweng Beach
Wide range of beachfront hotels on Chaweng — from budget bungalows ($4…
🍽️ Where to Eat in Koh Samui
1 dining spot
Restaurant
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Samui Thai & Seafood
Thai-Seafood
Halal
Beach restaurants with fresh seafood, Thai curries, and street food. Halal optio…
🛍️ Shopping in Koh Samui
1 shopping destination
🛒 Market
Fisherman's Village & Night Markets
Crafts
Markets: 5-11 PM
Bo Phut Fisherman's Village Walking Street (Friday night) for crafts, food, and live music…
🚌 Getting Around Koh Samui
✈️ Airports
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Samui Airport
USM
📍 5 from city center
🚐 Airport Transfers
🚕 Taxi & Rideshare
📱 Grab
Base: THB 50 · THB 15/km
💡 Getting Around Tips
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Not walkable — island spread out. Rent scooter or use Grab/taxis.
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Ang Thong Day Trip
42-island marine park — kayaking and snorkelling.
From AED 149
ℹ️ Practical Information — Koh Samui
THB 20-50 appreciated. 10% at upscale restaurants.: Beach casual. Cover up at temples.: Buddhist country — respect temples. Some halal food available (Southern Thai Muslim population).
📅 When to Visit Koh Samui
Peak Season
Shoulder Season
Off-Peak
🏆 Best Months:
🥇 Sep
🥈 May
🥉 Jun
Jan
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 20° / 10°
🌧️ 8d
$$$$$
🎆 New Year
Feb
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 20° / 10°
🌧️ 8d
$$$$$
🛍️ Dubai Shopping Festival
Mar
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$$$$$
🌙 Ramadan (approx.)
Apr
🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$$$
🎉 Eid al-Fitr (approx.)
📚 Spring Break
May
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🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$
Jun
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🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 40° / 30°
🌧️ 3d
$
🐑 Eid al-Adha (approx.)
☀️ Summer Holiday Starts
Jul
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 40° / 30°
🌧️ 3d
$
🎪 Dubai Summer Surprises
Aug
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 40° / 30°
🌧️ 3d
$
Sep
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🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$
📚 School Year Starts
Oct
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$
Nov
🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$$$
🇦🇪 UAE National Day (Dec 2)
Dec
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 20° / 10°
🌧️ 8d
$$$$$
🎄 Christmas & NYE
❄️ Winter Break
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