Island guide · Koh Samui
Things to Do on Koh Samui
Discover water activities, island adventures and experiences worth exploring on Koh Samui.
Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine National Park, north-west of Koh Samui. Photo: WeI-chieh Chiu, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Flickr
Water Activities & Adventures
Paddling, snorkelling, diving, boat days and faster thrills on and around the water.
Jet Ski & Jet Ski SafariRide along the coast on your own or join a guided safari to nearby islands.Where: Chaweng, Lamai and other main beachesGood for: Adults who want speed and adrenalineExplore Activity →
Kayaking & Sea KayakingEasy paddling in calm bays, or a guided day among the limestone islands of Ang Thong.Where: Maenam, Bophut, Choeng Mon · Ang Thong day tripsGood for: Couples, families and calm-water explorersExplore Activity →- Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP)A relaxed way to explore the coast at sunrise, when the sea is usually at its calmest.Where: Maenam, Bophut, Bang Rak, Choeng MonGood for: Beginners with reasonable balanceExplore Activity →
SnorkelingThe best snorkelling is around the small islands, reached by boat from Koh Samui.Where: Koh Tan, Koh Madsum, Ang Thong, Koh TaoGood for: Families, beginners and confident swimmersExplore Activity →
Scuba DivingTry your first dive or explore famous sites such as Sail Rock and the reefs of Koh Tao.Where: Sail Rock, Koh Tao, Ang ThongGood for: First-time divers and certified diversExplore Activity →- Banana Boat & Towable RidesShort, splashy rides behind a speedboat, best with a group of friends.Where: Chaweng, LamaiGood for: Groups and families with older childrenExplore Activity →
ParasailingA few minutes high above the bay for a bird’s-eye view of the coastline.Where: Chaweng, LamaiGood for: Visitors who want a view and a little thrillExplore Activity →- Wakeboarding & Water SkiingBoat-towed sessions for first tries or experienced riders. There is no cable park on the island.Where: Chaweng, Lamai, Lipa NoiGood for: Sporty visitors, beginners with a coachExplore Activity →
Sailing, Catamarans & Boat TripsIsland-hopping days to Ang Thong or the southern islands, by speedboat or catamaran.Where: From Nathon, Bang Rak and other piersGood for: Almost everyone, from families to groupsExplore Activity →- Private Photography & VideographyCapture your Koh Samui adventure with professional photography and videography, from kitesurfing and e-foil to private portraits and holiday memories.Who: Anna Samui VisualsGood for: Riders, couples and holiday memoriesExplore Photography →
An independent guide. Mahalo Watersports teaches kitesurfing, wingfoil and e-foil on Koh Samui. The activities on this page are run by other providers: we do not sell, book or partner with them, and we do not list prices. Always check conditions and the operator on the day.
Photo credits
- Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine National Park, north-west of Koh Samui: Photo: WeI-chieh Chiu, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Flickr
- Sea off Koh Samui: Photo: Bert Dickerson, CC BY 2.0, via Flickr
- Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine National Park, north-west of Koh Samui: Photo: WeI-chieh Chiu, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Flickr
- Snorkelling stop in Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine National Park: Photo: Steve Jurvetson, CC BY 2.0, via Flickr
- Sail Rock, between Koh Samui and Koh Phangan: Photo: Titofan (Wikivoyage), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Koh Samui: Photo: Bert Dickerson, CC BY 2.0, via Flickr
- On a day-trip boat in Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine National Park: Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons