8 The Most Popular Things to do in Koh Samui with Stunning Views
2018-09-17 09:30:34If you have a plan to visit Thailand, we recommend you to explore the best islands in Thailand, Koh Samui. There are so many things to do in Koh Samui. It is a beautiful island with calm seas and clear blue skies. You will see stunning palm trees in the beach edges. This island provides all types of travelers from the budget backpacker to the luxury budget travelers. Since there are so many things to explore, it will be difficult to choose which you will visit. You need at least a week to surely get satisfy. But in this article we will list the most popular destinations in Koh Samui. Here are 8 the most popular things to do in Koh Samui with Stunning Views: Angthong National Marine Park Photo by @magnificent.thailand Angthong National Marine Park is a wonderful archipelago in the central of gulf coast of southern Thailand, or northwest of Koh Samui. There are more than 40 islands that located close to each other. Each island is unique in shape and size. This place was designated as a national park in 1980. Trip to Angthong National Marine Park is must be in your list when you visit Koh Samui. You can experience cruising, snorkeling, kayaking and enjoying the nature. Check it out! Fisherman’s Village Photo by @lunacarrenandtour Fisherman’s village is an historical area called Bophut. You will find boutique stores, restaurant and hotel with rustic style building. This village is still quiet, so you can take a walk along the street comfortably. If you visit this village on Friday, you will see the whole area becomes street market that attracts so many visitors from across the island to get various amazing stuff. In this village you will also see various original wooden homes. Those old buildings were built in the 19th century by Chinese immigrant back then. Most attractions in this island is outside, so visiting fisherman’s village is the best things to do in Koh Samui when it rains. Koh Samui’s Famous Big Buddha Photo by @rachelenroute Big Buddha temple is the most popular sites of all the landmarks on Koh Samui Island. This temple sits gracefully on north-eastern corner of this tiny rocky island. Big Buddha has a local name that is Wat Phra Yai. Big Buddha was built in 1972, made of gold with 12 meters in height. It can be seen from several kilometers away. This is the landmark that you will see when you arrive in this island. The Big Budda sits in the Mara position, that is place the left hand above the thigh while the right hand face down, and the right hand is above the knee and the finger is facing the ground. It means Buddha was rejecting all harassments that were forced upon him. If you visit Koh Samui in the rain season, some water or beach activities might be hung up. So the best thing to do in Koh Samui in November is visiting the Big Buddha. Namuang Waterfall Photo by @klajdd Koh samui is not always about beach here you can also find a fancy waterfall. Namuang waterfall is also known as Purple Waterfall because of the light purple shade of the rock faces. This is the perfect place to pamper your body with fresh air and water. You can spend your day with swimming, hiking and exploring the jungle that surrounds the waterfalls. This is one of the free things to do in Koh Samui, there is no admission fee to enter. This place is easily accessible by road and stop at the main ring road Route 4169. It is about halfway between Nathon and Lamai Beach. The track to the waterfalls sometimes can be slippery so make sure to wear robust shoes or footwear. This is the best things to do in Koh Samui for couples. Chaweng Beach Photo by @rtwblogger Chaweng beach is the most popular beach in Koh Samui. This beach is on the east side of island. It is located right in the center of the most tourist activity. Mostly visitors book their accommodation near this beach. It gets super crowded in a peak season but still you can relish the beauty of the beach. If you want a quieter atmosphere, you can go to the northern end of the Chaweng Beach. It is absolutely a wonderful paradise. The excitement of the Chaweng Beach doesn’t stop when the sun sets. Chaweng’s nightlife is also very exciting. There are bars and restaurants right at the edge of beach. So you wouldn’t puzzle anymore about what to do in Koh Samui at night. Lamai Beach Photo by @travancer.nl Same with Chaweng, Lamai Beach is also located in the east side of the island. Lamai beach is well known as the ‘second’ beach, because of the famous neighbor, Chaweng. Even so, the stunning view of the beach is worth to enjoy. Visitor opinion said that this beach is one of the most monderful beaches on the island. Furthermore this is the best choice for traveler with tight budget. Lamai beach offers more basic and cheaper accommodation than Chaweng beach. Snorkel and Dive around Koh Phangan Photo by @dreamland_diver Koh phangan is actually an island near Koh Samui. You can take a boat to go to this island. This is quiet large island with a bunch of beautiful beaches. This island also provides hotels and restaurants. This beach still feels authentic and untouched. Koh Phangan has become an iconic Thai diving and snorkeling destination especially for whale sightings and access to some of the best dive sites. They provides professional guide to lead you. You will experience diving near the island with fringing reefs that offer hard corals, some fascinating topography and vibrant reef fish. Dive sites are mainly calm but still enjoyable for advanced divers. Koh phangan is the best places for you who want some unwind relaxing party. You can really enjoy the nature while interact with the locals. The best things to do in Koh Phangan are to explore all side of the island both underwater and upper. Check out Koh Phangan Island Tour to explore all what this island offers. The Full Moon Party Photo by @journey_modeon Koh Phangan is the place for the full moon party that held once in a month. Full moon party has become famous attraction in all over the world. More than 10 huge sound systems turn the 800 meters beach into a rousing open air night club. You will enjoy great music and a lot of alcohol. You will see local and international DJs playing their best genre at stages. If you visit Thailand on the date of full moon party you can’t afford to miss it. More than 30,000 participants gather on the strip of sand to party. This is absolutely unique things to do in koh samui, because it is really close to go this island.
