Koh Samui's repertoire of things to do and see is varied and interesting, the island hosts a great deal of splendid natural and man-made attractions from mummified monks to the famous grandma and grandpa rocks (Hin Ta and Hin Yai) to attractive waterfalls and more, there is nothing to stop you having a blast on Samui Island.
For those interested in religious imagery and architecture the Big Buddha will impress - especially at sunset. Nature lovers can visit Ang Thong Marine National Park on a day trip to enjoy a genuine 'get away from it all' feel in the splendid tropical islands it hosts. Below are top destinations for you to explore this beautiful island in 2 day trip.
Big Buddha
On the northern coast of Koh Samui is the famous Big Buddha shrine. Probably Samui's most well-known landmark, the 12-metre high golden Buddha can be seen from several kilometres away. Inside the surrounding temple are many different shrines and other smaller ornate Buddhas. There is also a small market selling a wide range of lucky charms and other souvenirs, alongside numerous food stalls.
Beach Bumming
While there are plenty of fun and exciting things to do in Koh Samui, let’s face it, you probably came here for a relaxing beach vacation. Thankfully you have got several choices for sun and sand when visiting this popular
Thai island.
Located near the airport on the northeast side of the island, Chaweng is the main beach in Koh Samui. While it is definitely the most developed and most crowded of the beaches here, it is still stunningly beautiful. Go ahead and rent a lounger and umbrella, order up a fruity cocktail, and enjoy yourself! The second largest beach in Koh Samui is Lamai. It is not as busy as Chaweng, but you have still got lots of options for places to chill, eat, and drink. Lamai is a great place to go for a swim, as the sea is clear and calm here.
Samui Elephant Sanctuary
There is no need to head up north to
Chiang Mai for ethical elephant interactions, you can enjoy them right here in Samui. Inspired by the famous Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, the Samui Elephant Sanctuary is the perfect place to observe well-treated elephants in their natural habitats, and is doing a great job in raising awareness of the issues that elephants face in Southeast Asia. Perfect for animal lovers.
Hin Ta and Hin Yai
Art often imitates Nature, but less common is Nature imitating Art, especially the art of the ribald. But in
Thailand, anything is possible including, on Koh Samui, the natural geological formations known as Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks (the Grandpa and Grandma rocks), which look, respectively, like male and female genitalia.
Angthong National Marine Park
Ang Thong National Marine Park is a pristine archipelago of 42 islands in the Gulf of Thailand with towering limestone mountains, thick jungle, white-sand beaches, fertile mangroves, waterfalls and hidden coves and lakes to explore. Within sight of
Koh Samui, Ang Thong Park is a protected area of more than 100sqkm of land and sea, and home to a rich variety of exotic wildlife and sea creatures.
Wat Plai Laem
Thailand has more than its fair share of jaw-dropping temples, but few are quite as striking as Wat Plai Laem. Located on the north-eastern coast of the island, its huge statue of Guanyin, the goddess of mercy and compassion, serves an example of the influence that the Thai people’s Chinese heritage still has today. Set out over a lake, the 18-armed statue of Guanyin and the nearby temples are well worth an afternoon of your time, and promise to be some of the most enduring images of Samui that you will have.
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While there are plenty of fun and exciting things to do in Koh Samui, let’s face it, you probably came here for a relaxing beach vacation. Thankfully you have got several choices for sun and sand when visiting this popular Thai island.
