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.

Beach
95
Relaxation
85
Winter
85
Food
80
Romance
80

Top 6 highlights in Ko Samui

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Chaweng Beach

7 km of white sand and turquoise water: Samui's main beach with bars, restaurants, and water sports.

2

Ang Thong Marine Park

42-island archipelago: kayaking, snorkeling, and the emerald-green Emerald Lake — Samui's natural wonder.

3

Big Buddha (Wat Phra Yai)

12 m golden Buddha statue on an island: Samui's landmark with spectacular sunsets.

4

Fisherman's Village Bophut

Charming village with wooden houses and boutiques: Friday market with the best street food on the island.

5

Na Muang Waterfalls

Two jungle waterfalls with natural pools: refreshing in the midst of tropical rainforest.

6

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

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Budget

25-45 €

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

50-120 €

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

130-500 €

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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5 travel tips for Ko Samui

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!

Pad Thai — fried rice noodles with shrimp, tofu, and peanuts: Thailand's national dish, enjoyed on Samui's beaches.
Som Tam — green papaya salad: spicy, sour, sweet, and salty at the same time — the perfect beach snack.
Tom Kha Gai — coconut milk soup with chicken and galangal: milder than Tom Yum, creamy and aromatic.
Massaman Curry — Muslim-Thai curry with potatoes and peanuts: Samui's mildest curry.
Mango Sticky Rice — sweet sticky rice with fresh mango and coconut milk: Thailand's most popular dessert.
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