Holiday in Ko Samui
Island in Thailand — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇹🇭
Country
Thailand
Type
Island
Best time to travel
December to April (dry season, 27-32 °C, best beaches). May-November rainy season, but often cheaper prices.
Budget/day
50-120 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Ko Samui (USM, approx. 12-15 h with a layover in Bangkok) or to Surat Thani + ferry. No visa (30 days).
About Ko Samui
Ko Samui is Thailand's second-largest island and the perfect balance between a tropical paradise and comfortable infrastructure. The island in the Gulf of Thailand offers palm-fringed beaches, turquoise waters, luxurious resorts, and a vibrant nightlife — without the mass tourism of Phuket. Chaweng Beach — Samui's longest and liveliest beach — stretches over 7 km with fine white sand, crystal-clear water, and a bustling beachfront promenade with bars, restaurants, and clubs. Lamai Beach is the more relaxed alternative with the famous Hin Ta and Hin Yai (Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks) — natural rock formations that resemble human body parts. Ang Thong Marine Park — an archipelago of 42 islands — offers kayaking through mangroves, snorkeling in coral reefs, and the breathtaking Emerald Lake (Thale Nai) — an emerald-green saltwater lagoon in the middle of an island that can only be reached by hiking. Wat Phra Yai (Big Buddha) — a 12-meter tall golden Buddha statue on an offshore island — is Samui's landmark and offers unforgettable sunsets. Fisherman's Village in Bophut is a charming village with wooden houses, boutiques, and the best Friday Night Market on the island.
Top 6 highlights in Ko Samui
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Chaweng Beach
7 km of white sand and turquoise water: Samui's main beach with bars, restaurants, and water sports.
Ang Thong Marine Park
42-island archipelago: kayaking, snorkeling, and the emerald-green Emerald Lake — Samui's natural wonder.
Big Buddha (Wat Phra Yai)
12 m golden Buddha statue on an island: Samui's landmark with spectacular sunsets.
Fisherman's Village Bophut
Charming village with wooden houses and boutiques: Friday market with the best street food on the island.
Na Muang Waterfalls
Two jungle waterfalls with natural pools: refreshing in the midst of tropical rainforest.
Lamai Beach & Hin Ta Hin Yai
Relaxed beach with the famous Grandfather-Grandmother Rocks: natural sculptures by the sea.
Hotels in Ko Samui
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Reise-SIM für Ko Samui
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Ko Samui
Recommended travel time
December to April (dry season, 27-32 °C, best beaches). May-November rainy season, but often cheaper prices.
Summer
28-33 °C, hot and humid with occasional showers
Winter
25-31 °C, dry and sunny, perfect beach weather
How much does a holiday in Ko Samui cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
25-45 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
50-120 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
130-500 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
No visa — Germans can stay visa-free for up to 30 days (extension to 90 days possible). Samui has its own small airport.
Scooter — the best means of transport in Samui. Daily rental approx. 5-8 €, international driving license recommended.
Ang Thong — day tour by speedboat approx. 50-70 €. Kayak and snorkeling included. Season: February to October.
Full Moon Party — on the neighboring island of Ko Pha-ngan (30 min by speedboat). World-famous beach party during the full moon.
Fisherman's Village — Friday market from 5 PM: the best street food, live music, and handicrafts by the beach.
Food & drink in Ko Samui
These specialties you must try!
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