Koh Samui Hotels Thailand Beach Activities

Diving

There is hardly a beach on Koh Samui that doesn’t have a diving school nestled on its foreshore somewhere. This is one recreation in plentiful supply. Do make sure you go with a reputable company that has internationally recognised instruction such as ‘Padi’ or something similar. Samui’s underwater world is a must for those wanting to don a pair of goggles and do more than paddle around in the shallows.

Elephant Trekking

For quiet relaxation and something most children will love Elephant riding (trekking) is the way to go. Here the island's interiors can be easily accessed from the backs of these wonderful giants. Sit back and enjoy the silent ride. Standard treks last for 30 minutes, but longer trips can be requested.

Discos and Nightspots

offerings here vary from a lounge in the bar to disco dancing. You can't expect Bangkok here, but you will certainly not miss excitement if that's what you are looking for. The Beach Pub at Secret Garden has become one of Koh Samui’s leading venues during the last few years. Musicians, both pro and semi-pro have the chance to play stress free, on a wonderful beach, with other musicians from all over the world. If you're a musician and are planning a visit to Thailand, join in. There is plenty of professional equipment, instruments and professional staff on the engineering side. Jamming sessions take place every Sunday afternoon from 4pm until 8pm and usually attract a crowd in a party mood. Other good ‘music and/or dancing venues are the Reggae Pub, Sante Fe Disco, Green Mango, The Club and the Bauhaus amongst others.

Thai Massage

Massage has a long history of therapeutic healing in Thailand. It has been practiced for centuries as it is to day. The roots of Thai Massage are traced back to India. Therapeutic massage for treatment of specific conditions and diseases is practiced by a small number of very skilled people. It takes several years of study.

Kayaking

Sea kayaking is the latest water sport to arrive at Koh Samui, after years of popularityin the bays near Phuket. Beach rentals, professional instruction, day excursions and coastal trips, and overnight excursions to Angthong National Marine Park, Koh Pha-Ngan and Koh Tao are available.

Monkey Theatre

Located in Bophut, this crude zoo with a performing animal arena features shows several times a day. Small monkeys are trained to perform various tricks on stage, and then they climb the trees to demonstrate how they harvest coconuts; a feat for which the area's monkeys are uniquely skilled.