Samui is Thailand's third largest island and the largest of an archipelago of over 80 islands that includes Ang Thong National Marine Park, a kayaker's paradise and a day trip from Ko Samui. While Samui is small enough to be circumnavigated in a few hours by motorbike or car, the island offers such a variety of beaches and activities that it would be impossible to see everything in one visit. There are so many beautiful beaches here like Chaweng, Taling Ngam, Lamai and Natien. In addition to an abundance of nature, the island is also rich in history and culture.
It is renowned for its palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves, dense and mountainous rainforest, luxury resorts and exclusive spas. The famous Wat Phra Yai temple, with its 12-metre-high golden Buddha statue, is located on a small island connected to Ko Samui by a causeway