How to play in Koh Samui?

Koh Samui is a place with very good scenery. Today, Xiaobian will tell you about some scenic spots in Koh Samui. You can look at these related contents when you go. Generally speaking, it is helpful. Let's go and have a look together. Koh Samui

Koh Samui has four beaches:

1. Chavan Beach: Beach in the daytime and bar in the evening. This is the city center and the beach with the highest occupancy rate, with fine sand.

2. Lamai Beach: a honeymoon resort. The sand on the beach is coarse, but few people are quiet.

3. Pop Beach: quiet and romantic.

4. Meinan Beach: Suitable for family travel. How to get to Koh Samui

Direct flight to Koh Samui

Kunming, Guangzhou and Hong Kong can fly directly to Koh Samui, which is the most time-saving and trouble-saving, but the price is higher, ranging from 2, to 3, yuan per trip. You can make an appointment for pick-up service in advance to avoid a temporary taxi failure or a temporary price increase by the driver.

connecting flights in Thailand, combined transportation by vehicle and boat

You can choose AirAsia's combined transportation by vehicle and boat, from Bangkok to Sokotani by plane (1 hour), then by bus to the pier (1.5 hours), then by boat to the Lipanoi

pier of AirAsia in Samui (2 hours), and then from the pier to the hotel. The whole journey takes about 5 hours, which is much more cost-effective than flying. It is suitable for people who spend some time in Bangkok, but it is a bit time-consuming.

After arriving in Thailand, transfer to a bus, and then take a bus from Bangkok to the pier, and then take a boat to Koh Samui. This way, you can choose the night train, which takes a long time, but it can save accommodation, which is very economical and cost-effective, and it is the first choice for backpackers. Play collection

Deep diving and snorkeling

Taodao is an outlying island of Koh Samui and a world-famous diving resort. If you are a scuba diver, don't miss it ~

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There are more than 3 well-known constant-temperature diving spots near Taodao, which are rich in marine landscape and coral reefs. You can select several snorkeling spots. Lighthouse Bay is one of the best snorkeling spots on Taodao Island, with a water depth of about 3-8 meters. You can snorkel in the sea without swimming. Shizu Bay and Shark Bay are also great dive sites, and the underwater world is very rich. When you get to Taodao, you can also go to Nanyuan Island, which is very close to Taodao. The most famous beach here is herringbone beach, where you can not only adapt to snorkeling, but also have a variety of beautiful shots.

Koh Samui is mainly made up of European and American tourists, and the one-day tour booked locally is basically in English, but of course, it is recommended that you choose a Chinese tour guide, which is more convenient for communication. Remember to book your itinerary online in advance, and it will be more comfortable to choose a trip that leaves near the pier and has a pier reception point.

land around the island

If you want to have a tour around the island in Koh Samui, the most suitable way is to go around the island by off-road vehicle.

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Off-road vehicles are very popular in Koh Samui. Tour around the island generally includes sightseeing in scenic spots such as the Great Buddha Temple, Namun Waterfall, Shigong Shimu, Zhenshen Temple, etc. You can also learn to cook Thai food in seaside hotels, which is especially suitable for parents and couples. The most exciting thing about this trip is to climb the commanding heights of Koh Samui, overlooking the beautiful scenery of Koh Samui, and it is necessary for friends to take a beautiful photo.

The mountainous area in the middle of Koh Samui is very high, with narrow roads and steep slopes. In addition, Thai locals generally drive very fast, so it will be unsafe if they are not skilled in driving. Book a special off-road vehicle online in advance, and it will be more reassuring to be led by skilled drivers and tour guides to climb mountains and mountains together.

rave party

koh phangan, Thailand is one of the three "wild party" resorts in the world. During the full moon, backpackers and electronic music fans from all over the world come here in droves.

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On the crescent-shaped beach in koh phangan, thousands of young men and women revel here, and the whole beach becomes a super ballroom, which can accommodate up to 6, people to dance at the same time. On both sides of the road to the "Full Moon Party", all kinds of wine and drinks will be set in front of each shop. Backpackers and electronic musicians can choose their own wine flavors, add ice cubes and put them into barrels to go to the beach for carnival.

it is recommended to book the return ticket in advance. There are many tourists returning to Koh Samui from the party, so they need to queue up to board the ship. It is recommended to choose VIP tickets and board the ship directly without queuing.

Sightseeing and having fun on the water

How can you go to the island without having fun on the water? Visiting ocean parks, playing aquatic projects or fishing in the sea are all good choices.

Antong National Park

Antong National Marine Park belongs to the National Wildlife Refuge, which is located about 2km west of Koh Samui and consists of 42 small islands. It is the second national marine park approved by Thailand.

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Antong Forest Park is mainly for sightseeing, and the main highlight is to watch Antong's unique landforms and scenery. The classic game is to kayak through the forest park, or explore in a naturally formed limestone cave, climb the highest observation deck, overlook the original island scattered in the blue-green sea like stars, and lament the wonders of nature. It is recommended to book the itinerary in advance, and it is more convenient and convenient to choose the itinerary that includes the island fee.

Water sports

Many people will try water sports when they go to the island. Towed umbrellas, motorboats and banana boats are all very popular water sports.

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The choice of water sports varies from person to person. If the weather is fine, you can play with a towed umbrella, and you can overlook the sea view from a height of 1 meters, which is exciting and enjoyable. Couples can try the motorboat for two people and experience the feeling of rampaging at sea. If you are a family, you can choose a banana boat and let the speedboat pull it to drift on the sea. Experience water sports can be booked online in advance, and hotels in Lamai, Chawen, Popper and Zengmeng can provide free shuttle service.

Sea fishing in Koh Samui

Sea fishing in Koh Samui is a relaxing and enjoyable activity, suitable for all ages.

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Of course, you can enjoy the time of sea fishing quietly. Delicious objects and cold drinks are specially prepared on board, so that the boat trip is not boring at all. You can also go fishing with many friends from all over the world, or charter a boat for fishing with three or five friends. If you want to have a rest, the boat also provides an area where you can lie down and rest. If you are not familiar with sea fishing, you can also ask the professional staff on board. Choosing a professional sea fishing trip can also provide fishing gear, bait and bait for catching various fish species.

Relax

There are more than one ways to relax in Koh Samui. You can have a massage, a SPA or a nice afternoon tea. Let me tell you the difference between massage and Spa first.

In terms of manipulations, thai massage mainly relaxes all joints of the whole body by pressing, pressing, kneeling, lying down, stepping and knocking, promoting blood circulation and muscle soreness, and sometimes even hearing the bone creak, but after the massage, the body can feel obviously comfortable and relaxed. SPA is a combination of water, light, aromatic essential oil, music and other elements, which can relax the body and mind at the same time and reduce the accumulated pressure in the body. The technician's technique is very gentle and comfortable with little strength. Let's

RelaxSpa and ErandaSpa on Koh Samui are very good.

let's relax Spa

let's relax Spa is a professional thai massage spa in Thailand. Many shops in this spa are located in luxury five-star hotels, which are located in the bustling downtown. The environment and methods are excellent, and the reputation of the industry is very good. Many people who go to Thailand for free are full of praise. The massage staff in the store are skilled, which can make your whole body fully open and relax. After the massage, there are Thai snacks in the store. Remember to make a reservation in advance if you are interested.

erandaSPA in Koh Samui

This is one of the few professional SPAs on the island. Not only are the technicians first-class, but the whole spa is hidden in a tropical garden with beautiful scenery, which is very quiet and comfortable. It is known as a spa with a view. Guests staying in Popper, Chawen and Zengmeng hotels can also arrange pick-up and drop-off. Reservations here are often full, so you need to make reservations in advance.

Afternoon tea

Afternoon tea can be served at W Hotel, the landmark of Samui. Woo

Bar, the famous colorful afternoon tea in the hotel, is divided into two areas: one and a half indoor area with large activity space and more locations; Another open-air area is the Lotus Pond, which is a popular photo resort on the Internet. The ring-shaped soft-seat sofa "floats" in the water like a lotus flower, lazily leaning on the sofa, and whatever you come to is a blockbuster! Reservations can be made online in advance, and outdoor and indoor rest areas can be freely selected.

Go for a stroll

You can visit the duty-free shops or the pedestrian street in Koh Samui. Samui Shopping Center in Shangtai has three floors, with many attractive gourmet restaurants, some 2/3-line big brands and discount stores, and there is also a free children's playground, which is very suitable for people with children. The busiest section of Koh Samui is Chawen Pedestrian Street, which is very lively at the edge of the beach when night falls. Shops on the street can buy some internationally renowned brands of clothes with low and medium prices, and there is a night market at night with many snacks.

If you want to visit the night market, you can also go to Natong Town, which is the most prosperous town on Koh Samui, where all the local people live in concentrated places. This night market is full of local snacks, which is cheap and good. Lamai night market is held every night, where you can also find all kinds of Thai civilian food. At the end of the night market, tables and chairs are specially placed for guests to eat. Lamai Night Market is located in the center of Lamai

centre. The night market is very small, only about 5 meters long, with about 2 food stalls. The schedule

is mainly for leisure in experience tourism. Generally, 6-7 days in Koh Samui is suitable. The arrival time on the first day will be relatively late, and the second day will be mainly for sightseeing to adapt to the surrounding environment. On the third, fourth and fifth days, island jumping tours and activities around the island can be arranged. On the sixth day, you can arrange a relatively easy trip, and on the seventh day, you are ready to return. Hotel recommendation

Koh Samui has a wide choice of accommodation to meet all kinds of needs.

First-line hotels in online celebrity: W Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel, Conrad, Intercontinental, Banyan Tree and Library Hotel, all of which are popular holiday hotels on the Internet, and their prices are slightly higher, even in the off-season, they cost almost 2+.

Second-tier hotels: Renaissance Anantara, Sally Raya, Norab Li, nikki, the prices of which are around 8-1+, are also good holiday choices.

Third-tier hotels: The price is probably below 5, and the price/performance ratio is good. Transportation in Koh Samui

The transportation cost in Koh Samui is relatively expensive, and there are basically two kinds of cars and taxis. It is more cost-effective to take taxis for more people, and two cars for fewer people. The starting price of two cars is generally 5 baht for one person, and 1 baht for a little farther away. Better hotels are far away, or in the mountains, you have to go out to play and eat by car, so the transportation expenses for daily travel are still quite high. Try to choose a trip with pick-up or book a chartered car in advance. Related questions

Before the line

Where is Koh Samui?

Koh Samui, located in the Gulf of Thailand, is the third largest island in Thailand, with a flight time of 3-5 hours from China. Time is one hour slower than China.

how many days does it take to play normally?

First visit time: 5-7 days

Second visit suggested visit time: 7-1 days

Is it convenient to go there without English?

Thai and English are the main local languages. High-end hotels will have Chinese service, and some popular restaurants will also have Chinese menu. If you are worried about communication problems, you can download various overseas translation apps (such as "Travel Translator"), which is very useful.

it is recommended to book hotels with Chinese service, ground connection and one-day tour in advance, so that communication will be basically unimpeded.

What's the difference between Koh Samui and Phuket?

Both islands have abundant water sports, wonderful land life and perfect living facilities. Phuket is more popular and lively. Koh Samui has a more casual atmosphere and a stronger holiday atmosphere.

how to get from China?

Direct flights: Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Kunming, Chongqing and other places have direct flights to Koh Samui

Transit: 1. Domestic (flying)-Surat Thani (through transport)-Koh Samui

2. Domestic (flying)-Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (transit)-Koh Samui

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Thailand's individual tourist visa is valid for 3 months and can stay for 6 days. You can choose an individual to sign or find an agent to do it. Very easy to handle, the pass rate is very high.

looking for an agent visa: the original passport valid for 6 months+a 2-inch photo with a white background+the visa fee is about RMB in 23 yuan;

sign by yourself: in addition to the above materials, you need to prepare a deposit certificate or running list of more than 1, yuan and an employment certificate.

landing visa:

After getting off the plane, all international airports in Thailand have special windows for landing visa. Materials required:

1. landing visa costs 2, baht in cash;

2. Fill in an application form;

3. A 2-inch color photo with a white background;

4. Show your return ticket;

5. My passport with a validity period of more than half a year;

6. Entry card.

landing visa heard that he would tip?

landing visa doesn't need to tip. Please queue up according to the rules, and don't encourage bad style.

Can I exchange money and buy a mobile phone card at the airport?

samui airport is very small, and consists of two small wooden buildings, one for domestic arrival and the other for international arrival.

the difference between the two buildings is less than 1 steps. After entering the country, there is a counter where you can exchange money and buy phone cards not far from the baggage claim area. According to the different package prices, the staff helped to open the operation. For short-distance travel, it is recommended to buy Happy's 7-day traffic package, which is about 299 baht. The traffic is enough to brush friends and watch navigation casually, and all convenience stores in the island can be recharged.

how can I connect to the hotel when I get to the airport? Do you need to book a pick-up in advance?

there is a counter at the exit of the airport, which specially arranges carpooling to send tourists to the hotel. You can buy tickets at the counter and show the name of the hotel. According to the instructions, you can get on the bus with the tickets.

vehicle type: corporate car pool

fare: about 28-3 baht per person according to different regions, until it is delivered to the hotel. You can also choose to book the pick-up directly in advance online.

what are the main means of transportation in KOH samui?

taxi or double car.

Although there is no developed public transportation, Koh Samui is not big, and it only takes half a day to drive along the highway. There are taxis and TUTU cars carrying passengers on the street, but taxis don't hit the meter. The hotel can also help arrange a taxi. If you take a one-day tour, it basically includes transportation.

what are the requirements for renting cars and motorcycles?

do I need a driver's license to rent a motorcycle?

a: yes. It is one thing not to check. Even in China, you need a driver's license to drive a motorcycle legally.

but the local driving direction is just the opposite to ours, and it is narrow streets and mountain roads, so it is not recommended to rent a car by yourself. You must wear a helmet when driving a motorcycle.

Entertainment articles

What events did you visit Koh Samui for the first time?

1. 4X4 cross-country round-the-island tour

Highlights: Must-play events for the first time in Samui, and Agong Amu Stone

Suitable targets: Xian Yi, young and old

Travel time: 8:-16:

Tour around the island can make people who come to Samui for the first time have a preliminary impression of Samui, and the trip includes Agong Amu Stone and scenic spots. There are also animal shows, lunch at the top of the mountain, jungle cross-country and other fun yuan.