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Things to Do in Koh Samui: Beaches, Temples & Trips

The best things to do in Koh Samui — beaches, the Big Buddha, waterfalls, marine-park trips and wellness.

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Samui balances beach time with easy sights.

Beaches

  • Chaweng and Lamai for the liveliest sands; quieter coves in the north and south.

Sights

  • The Big Buddha and Wat Plai Laem.
  • The Na Muang waterfalls and the Hin Ta & Hin Yai rock formations.

Trips

  • A boat trip to Ang Thong Marine Park.
  • Island-hop to Koh Phangan and Koh Tao.

Wellness

  • Samui is a yoga, spa and detox hub — a half-day spa is easy to add.

See also: the full Koh Samui travel guide.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Koh Samui?

Beach time at Chaweng, the Big Buddha and temples, the Na Muang waterfalls, and a boat trip to Ang Thong Marine Park.

Can you island-hop from Koh Samui?

Yes — Koh Phangan and Koh Tao are short ferry rides, and Ang Thong Marine Park is a popular day trip.

Part of our Koh Samui guide.