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Need more fun and excitement on your dry days than being parked poolside? Then why not join one of many outstanding Tour and adventure activities we're sure you'll enjoy.
www.samuilink.com have provided a list of Local Tour Agencies in our directory under Travel Agents, that you can contact on your arrival to Koh Samui. They are located only a short walk from your hotel and they provide you with all information regarding Mountain Jungle Safari tours, Island snorkeling, Diving, fishing trips etc. They can also service you with change of flight details, hotel bookings around Thailand, Fullmoon party tickets etc.
The tours and activities available are clearly displayed in their shops and many brochures are there to view. They also provide internet at 1 baht per minute where you can catch up with local monthly events happening on Koh Samui on your favorite web portal samuilink.com. - and your emails of course! Samuilink can not be responsible for any mis-information provided by the Tour Agents. Please remember to keep all receipts when paying for any trips in advance.
Around the Island / Jungle Safari Tours: By far the most popular way to see the island for visitors in Samui are the "Around the Island or Jungle Safari" half day or full day tours. These trips are value for money as for a reasonable charge visitors can explore the best tourist spots on the island from a 4 wheel drive under the guidance of the friendly tour guide. Its simply the best way to go around the island as some of the tours include visit to the best view points, aquarium, tiger zoo, mummified monk, Buddha magic garden, Big Buddha temple and so on.
On these trips one may also get a chance to swim at a water fall, elephant trek, watch shows such as monkey go coconut, scary crocodile, baby elephant etc. Tours offer pick up and guide services, on some lunch and refreshments are provided. There is a big choice of tours available in the market with various packages, sometimes it a little confusing to select the best as per your need hencea visit to the Travel agents can be the best answer, they sell these tours day in, day out and have the best information to offer, they can also book your place on it. Highly recommended by all who visit the island. Come see what Samui and its friendly natives have got to offer.
ATV Adventures: The "ATV" (All-Terrain-Vehicle) are for some the most preferred choice of transportation. People with an ATV can be able to visit some of the most untouched places in Samui where a normal four wheel drive would never be able to go. In Samui ATV can be rented out on hourly, daily or weekly basis from the operators. Some also offer guided tours that take you through dirt trails, jungles, waterfalls, rubber plantations getting you close to nature.
These vehicles are easy to operate and with instructions and a few minutes of practice one can get going on own. For more details about safety driving rules, licenses, insurance and prices please feel free to contact the operators or a visit to a Travel agent will be of help.
Bowling: Samui now boosts of a modern indoor bowling alley located in the premises of Tesco Lotus. "Major Bowl Hit" provides eight bowling alleys that are opened for players until late hours. These days with the "Bowling Living Bowl Centre" in Chaweng closed, locals and visitors head to this arena to play which is opened daily. The music along with a restaurant serving excellent food, drinks and a Karaoke makes this place the much needed to be with family and friends.
Boat Charters & Yachting: Koh Samui is just one part of an outstanding tropical archipelago. Anyone wishing to make the most of the location should certainly consider yachting. The gulf of Siam opens up to you, with Samui's little sister, Koh Phangan, diving favourite Koh Tao, and Angthong National Marine Park all within reach. Sailing schools also operate on the island so this is a good place to start.
Bungee Jump: Bungee Jump denotes jumping from a tall structure while connected to a large rubber cord. When the person jumps, the cord stretches to absorb the energy of the fall, then the jumper flies upwards again as the cord snaps back. The jumper oscillates up and down until all the energy is used up. Certainly not for the faint of hearted. In Samui you jump of a crane and jump takes you 50 m high above a 5 m deep plunge pool in the heart of Chaweng its pure adrenaline thrill at its best. Managed
under professionals they offer you good quality gear, instructions, and for beginners the much needed encouragement. The very adventurous lot can choose between individual jumps, tandem jumps, and even submersion jumps where you get dunked in the pool. For those who want to just chill and watch others can relax at the pool taking a dip in the pool or enjoy a drink at the bar.
Diving & Snorkeling: Samui and its neighboring islands offer high reasonably good quality diving throughout the year with an exception during the season of monsoon (Oct-Dec). The big choice of dive sites to select from for various levels of divers make diving an ideal choice for people to spend time doing it. The water is nice and warm, followed by abundance and variety of fishes and corals for some relaxed diving. Many dive operators are members of world famous PADI diving organization and offer high quality
courses for both beginners and the accomplished. Day trips to prime dive sites are available daily and guided service is provided with rental equipment, transfer, lunch included. To book a trip, get more detailed information please visit our online diving directory page.
Samui and its neighboring island offer ample opportunity for people to spend time interacting with the underwater marine environment. With warm water temperature almost throughout the year, you can spend at times hours observing the vast variety if coral, fishes that the tropical water of The Gulf of Thailand offers. Day trips to Koh Tao, Angthong National Marine Park, Koh Tan are offered by companies from Samui who arrange all your needs with guided tours that include transfers, meals, and refreshments, insurance.
It's as simple as picking up a brochure and giving a call or walking into a Travel agent and booking your trip. For those wanting to spend time snorkeling in Samui - Chaweng reef, Silver beach, Grand mama & Grand father rock can be a few recommended places however for some spectacular snorkeling we recommend a day trip to Koh Tao.
Elephant Trekking: Elephant trekking can be a memorable experience not to be missed during your stay in Samui. It can be a popular past time for not only individuals but also for families with children. These days there are numerous camps around Samui that offer elephant rides along a trail through jungle, rubber plantations and water falls. A trek can last anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour depending on the options you select. Some camps even offer elephant shows performed by trained elephants performing various tasks.
Companies offer half or full day "eco and nature tours" that include elephant shows and trekking. Transfers can be provided on request. It's highly recommended for all above the age of 8 years and can easily be booked at the Travel agents who will be able to recommend the best packages that suit your need.
In modern days it's not possible for elephant to stay in the wilderness and support themselves naturally due to decrease in forestation hence elephants are now domesticated and the only way to support their existence. Elephant trekking helps keep these animals employed, fed and out of the cities.
Fishing: The "Gulf of Thailand" waters surrounding Samui provide an excellent opportunity for people who would like to engage themselves in some recreational fishing sports. There is a wide selection and an abundance of fishes of various sizes to catch from. These days some local companies run day, night fishing trips for visitors and take them to the best places where they can catch the big ones including the nearby islands of Koh Tao, Koh Phanghan, Koh Tan. The trips provide you with guides, instructions, equipment, instructions, meals, refreshments
and transfers. There are always a group of people on these trips whom you can socialize on and a dip in the sea whilst snorkeling can be refreshing. My piece of advice is to release the fish back into the water after your catch with an exception of one or two small ones that your crew can cook for you on B.B.Q on the boat. Fresh water fishing facility with more then 4000 fishes is now available on the island for details on contact
Go Kart: If you have a lust for speed and action on the track? Samui offers a Go kart track where you can maneuver a Go karts on a track as you race and enjoy the thrills this sports got to offer. Available on venue are fast gasoline powered karts that can reach up to speeds of nearly 100 kilometer per hour/ 60 Miles per hour with slower option's available for beginners and the less experienced.
Crash material around the course may help avoid a major accident provided you drive safety and not over speed. Generally the karts are rented out for a period of 10 minutes unless you have a special request. As a rule of safety if you have anymore questions about Go karting feel free to contact the Travel agents, on arrival and before you get on track confirm safety and insurance rules and regulation with the staff at the venue.
GOLF: Santiburi Samui Country Club is an 18 hole mountain golf course that incorporates its design to benefit from the natural beauty of the environment. Architectural design enhances the natural beauty and blends into the surroundings to conserve the coconut jungle, which is an original symbol of Koh Samui. Santiburi Samui Country Club has its own special identity and is distinguished from other courses in Thailand
Each hole is positioned along the different altitudes of the natural hills so prepare for an up-and-down-hill golf game. The greens are arranged over the course from an altitude of 30 to 220 metres. Golfers enjoy lovely views of the sea and beaches at all times.
The Royal Samui Golf & Country Club 9 hole is now open to the public, although the road leading to the golf course is not complete and four wheel drive is recommended. Set high in the Lamai hills, the views are spectacular. The RSGCC is set to become the perfect place to combine exercise with relaxation and indulgence when the club house and facilities are complete in late 2009.
Football Golf: A challenging activity that is great for family and friends because rather than participating individually one by one, this game gets you and your friends playing, laughing and enjoying the holiday fun together. Come along and kick the football into each of the 18 holes on this course, the first and only of it's kind in Asia, and you'll soon be dying to tell your friends back home about this great new game.
Jungle Canopy Adventure: Most of Samui is covered with dense tropical forest with scenic hill top views, water falls, surrounded with sea and surrounding islands. Amongst this wilderness experience what can only be described as a pulse-stopping view of one of the most beautiful and complex biological communities on the island. Canopy tour operators on the island offer a thrilling ecological experience that gives you the unique opportunity to glide through the treetops on a network of cables suspended high above the jungle trails thus giving you the opportunity to experience this
amazing wilderness from a unique perspective. With the assistance of experienced guides, you can sail from tree to tree and platform to platform on a network of pulleys and horizontal cable and it's safe. On site instructions are provided to all visitors on how to comfortably handle the equipment so as to make your rides fun, exciting and safe. Some tours also give you the option of cooling down in the nearby waterfall, refreshments, transfers on all tours. Even kids above the age of 8 years can experience the fun along with elders. These tours are provided daily on request as per your liking the best would be to contact one of the Travel agents for detailed information.
Muay Thai: World renowned and the national sports in Thailand "Muay Thai" is one of the favorite past times for many visitors. It's a sport where a person uses hands, shin, elbows and knees to attack his competitor in a boxing ring. This sport can also be used as an excellent way for self defense no wonder people from all around the world visit Thailand to learn this elegant martial art. These days training camps have sprung up all over the island due to heavy demand. It's a sport that leaves a positive effect on your body both mentally and physically.
Lessons are offered for both beginners and those wanting to pursue at a higher level by well trained ex and current Thai boxing champs. They are very friendly, encouraging and fun to train with. The art is practiced both by men and woman. These days' young children can be found training in these arena’s aw well. The lessons are very cheap and can be paid on daily basis if needed. Those who want to experience just the action the Chaweng Boxing and Petch Buncha Boxing stadiums feature bouts from champions around Thailand and International almost daily. A treat to watch, feel the action.
Karate Lessons are these days available in the Island as well.
Mountain Biking: One of the best way's to see the island close-up is on a bicycle. For those who want to get away from the crowds and spend some time in a natural environment, then cruising at your leisurely pace through dirt tracks, unspoiled scenic area's, waterfall, jungle trails on a mountain bike can be a wonderful experience. There is a wide range of bike trails available to select. The best way would be to accompany a guide who can show you the best hidden tracks and trails not easy to find on your
own. For those who just want to rent a bicycle and drive along the island would be able to easily find a good quality one from various rental shops.
Shooting Range: While not everyones cup of tea, if your idea of holiday heaven is letting a few rounds fly then Koh Samui has the place for you! The shooting range has fully trained instructors and a wide range of guns to choose from. They also provide live ammunition. The range is open from 9am to 6pm every day. Reasonably priced too - doesn't Samui just blow you away?
Samui Paintball: A fun filled sports for all – In paintball a participants eliminate opponents from play by hitting them with paintball (spherical gelatin capsules filled with non-toxic and water-soluble substances) shot from a compressed-gas-powered easy to handle gun. It is a very popular past time for both adults and chidren wanting to spend an afternoon playing war games in a partially shaded sculpted terrain where you get a standard gun for free with a small charge for the pellets. Safety gear such as
helmets, paintball military look uniforms are provided to the participants. For those wanting to spend a complete day with guns and bullets the management can organize various adventure games on prior request.
Thai Cooking Classes: Thai cuisine is renowed internationally to be one of the best cuisines in the world. Thai food is delicious, nutritious, and easy to cook, and hence it is becoming more and more popular internationally and winning a well-deserved place in global culinary culture. Many people after experienceing the very first bite fall in love with taste and flavour this healthy food is got to offer. Now you too can learn how to cook delicious Thai food during your stay in Samui and trust me not all dishes
are spicy and hot, the characteristics of Thai food depend on who cooks it, for whom it is cooked, for what occasion, and where it is cooked to suit all palates. These days many hotels, restaurants, cooking classes offer short term cooking lessons for beginners and advance learners offered by expert Thai chefs who speak various languages. Classes are mostly small, tailor made to suit an individual need. Fascinated foreigners who fell in love after the first bite may determine to get to know, learn and experience one self as much about Thai food, its secrets and the cooking style as possible. Unfortunately, most would not find a qualified and worth paying Thai Cooking School, say in Bangkok itself. Learning Thai cooking would be an excellent choice for visitors who want to experience something different or who are just curious about being able to cook well or in some case, at all.
Windsurf / Kite Boarding: What is kite boarding? It involves kite surfer or kite boarder using a board with foot-straps or bindings, combined with the power of a large controllable kite to propel himself and the board across the water. The sports is rapidly growing in popularity all over the world due to the latest advancement in kite design, safety features to suit different type of riders and conditions that make it a thrilling and exciting. These days even beginners can get up and going on the board in
as much as three days with no reservations on age, sex as long as you are reasonably fit. Samui is offer one of the ideal conditions, facilities required for this adventure sports with a nice steady breeze ranging from 8 – 20 Knots during November to February and a shallow sandy bay perfect to perform this sports. In the recent a few more schools have opened up which offer high quality rental equipment, coaching lessons. They also have a high level of safety, professionally trained IKO Instructor to let you fall in love with the sports and the lifestyle to change your life for the better. For more information please ask the local Travel agents or browse through the websites.
