Asia · Island
Koh Samui
A resort island with easier access than the Andaman coast in shoulder season.
- Place
- Surat Thani · Thailand · TH
- World region
- Asia
- Type
- Island
- ID
- DST-0043
Why go
A resort island with easier access than the Andaman coast in shoulder season.
Samui's monsoon runs on a different schedule from the west coast, which makes it a useful alternative in May to September. Nearby Koh Tao is the region's dive-training hub.
Signature experiences
- Ang Thong Marine Park day trip
- Koh Tao diving
- Fisherman's Village night market
Interest tags
beachdivingwellnessisland hopping
Good for
CouplesDiversWellness travellers
Pairs well with
Best months
Dec-Apr · Jun-Aug
Avoid months
Oct-Nov (heaviest rain)
Ideal stay
5 days
Nearest airport
USM · Ko Samui
Pace
Relaxed
Cost tier
Mid
Peak crowd level
High
Country ISO
TH
