Samui Airport 3 hr 58
Maenam Beach (3 hr 41) Laid-back beach, several kilometers long, backed with palm trees, rental bungalows & restaurants. Mae Haad Beach (19 min) Scenic beach popular for sunbathing & snorkeling, also offering panoramic views & sunsets. Paradise Waterfall (13 min) Small jungle waterfall cascading into a shady pool with swimming & a rope swing. Wat Khao Tham (13 min) Elevated Buddhist temple offering group meditation workshops, silent retreats & panoramic views. Wat Plai Laem (3 hr 55) Tranquil, colorful temple complex featuring a lake with an 18-armed statue of the goddess Guanyin. Namtok Than Sadet National Park (26 min) National park on an island including hiking trails through lush forest & a series of waterfalls. Srithanu Beach (12 min) Palm-backed beach lined with resorts & bars, noted for swimming & snorkeling in calm, shallow water. Salad Beach (18 min) Serene beach spot featuring a white sandy bay & clear ocean waters for snorkeling. Slip N Fly Party (9 min) Lively attraction with steep waterslides, cocktails & food in a party atmosphere. Wat Phu Khao Noi (6 min) Enduring Buddhist temple with a picturesque white exterior in tranquil mountainside surrounds. Haad Yao (15 min) Scenic, peaceful beach featuring soft white sand & clear, shallow waters for swimming & snorkeling. Thong Nai Pan Beach (32 min) Relaxed, family-friendly sand beach backed by casual food & drink establishments & shops. Hat Rin (26 min) Peninsular beach known for its party scene, with lively bars & a monthly all-night Full Moon Party. Bo Phut Beach (3 hr 45) Modest beach featuring Fisherman's Village, which offers shops, restaurants, diving & more. Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach (33 min) Sandy stretch of beach with clear water, a serene atmosphere & laid-back restaurants & bars. |