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Koh Samui Island

Whether you get around Samui by foot, elephant, motorcycle or car, you will find a wealth of natural beauty and cosmopolitan luxury. The island is small enough to drive a car around in about an hour. But it is big enough to still discover new things and beautiful places even if you stay for weeks. While the most visited areas have roads lined with shops and businesses, much of the island remains covered with coconut groves, and forest. A sense of adventure and a bit of exploratory effort will be rewarded with everything from sophisticated shops and restaurants to serene hikes, jungle drives and spectacular tropical views...

Lying about 80 kilometres off Thailand’s east coast, amongst the Ang Tong group of islands in the Gulf of Siam, is the island of Koh Samui. From the minute you arrive, whether by ferry or air, you will be enchanted by the place. From practically every point on the island, you are granted a stunning view of the sea. The airport must rank as one of the most beautiful in the world. Its gardens burst forth with year round flowering glory and greenery. The ferry docks lead you straight onto palm fringed shores or quaint villages.

The local population, consisting mainly of Buddhist Thais, is very friendly. Until the recent arrival of tourism, coconut farming and fishing were the main sources of income. Both are still practiced today, though to a lesser extent and the pleasant aroma of charring coconuts can still be smelled on many parts of the island.

The largest and most popular beaches on Samui are Chaweng, Lamai . Although dotted with bungalows and big resorts, due to the length of these beaches, they never feel too crowded. For those seeking quieter spaces, there are many other beaches to choose from such as Choeng Mon.

Choeng Mon is a beautiful bay with lovely sandy white beach lined with casuarina trees and some small locale restaurants. There is a small island opposite that can be reached at low tide. A remote and quiet part of the island .

In Choeng Mon village there are shops, tailors and a selection of some nice restaurants serving Thai and western cuisine and, if you want a change from the tranquility and laziness of the beach, a short trip round the headland brings you to the 'un-tranquil' pleasures of Chaweng!

Other than the beaches or water sports, entertainment comes in many forms. From boat trips, waterfalls and snake shows to temples, petrified monks and strange rock formations, there’s something for everyone. The choice of restaurants and shopping are superlative.

Climate

The best time of year to visit Koh Samui is from February to late June. From around March through to October, temperatures regularly reach 35 Celsius. The rainy season is from November to February and temperatures during this time are around 25 Celsius. Despite the odd shower here and there, there’s still plenty of beach weather. From July to October it sometimes rains off and on, but is still pleasant as the sun pokes through and rainbows are often seen.