The best outdoor adventures in Koh Samui take full advantage of the island’s distinctive geography. As the largest island in the Gulf of Thailand, Samui has plenty to explore, including a mountainous jungle interior, striking sandy shorelines, off-shore reefs and the Ang Thong National Marine Park not far away. In other words, there’s a huge range of attractions to see.

If you’re an active traveller and want to get as much out of Samui as you can, this list of outdoor pursuits you can enjoy here is for you. If you’re not usually the active type, this page might make you reconsider because the sights you can see on these adventures have to be seen to be believed.

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    Ang Thong National Marine Park

    Beautiful seascapes to capture

    Ang Thong National Marine Park
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    Ang Thong National Marine Park is certainly the best place to snap superb images, with 42 uninhabited tropical islands covering 100 sq km of the Gulf of Thailand. The marine national park lies just 28 km northeast of Samui.

    From white-sand beaches lapped by turquoise waters and fringed by coconut trees to mysterious emerald lagoons to strangely-shaped rocks jutting out from the sea, Ang Thong has all the assets to please the most demanding photographers. Most visitors arrive on a join-in day trip or by boat charter from Koh Samui or Koh Phangan.

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    Beliggenhet: Ang Thong, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84000, Thailand

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    Scuba diving in Koh Samui

    Scuba diving in Koh Samui
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    Diving in Koh Samui is among the top reasons to visit this tropical wonderland, with clear blue and warm waters together with amazing marine life. It's no surprise that the area is an extremely popular destination for both experienced divers and those wanting to take up the sport.

    Short accredited dive courses are readily available and prices are very reasonable compared to most countries. There's a wide range of dive shops offering all levels of instruction and, if you look around, it's not difficult to find courses conducted in the language of your choice.

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    Samui Canopy Adventures

    Exhilarating fun in a hinterland rainforest

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    Samui Canopy Adventures offers an exhilarating day of fun and discovery in Maenam's hinterland rainforest. After completing a thorough training with safety instructions from their professional staff, wannabe zip-liners are taken deep into the forest where 7 platforms linked by strong steel cables are highly-perched in the trees.

    The zip-lining course measures 500 metres through a superb natural environment featuring lush vegetation, centenary trees and waterfalls. After gliding from tree to tree, participants enjoy a refreshing bath in one of the basins at the foot of the waterfall. Canopy Adventures is a thrilling eco-friendly activity for the whole family that kids 7 years and up can participate in. 

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    Beliggenhet: Soi 5, Maenam, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

    Åpent: Daily from 9 am to 6 pm

    Telefonnummer: +66 (0)77 300 340

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    Snorkelling in Koh Tao

    Snorkelling in Koh Tao
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    Snorkelling in Koh Tao is one to tick off a Samui bucket list. Koh Nang Yuan's sandbar beaches, formed by the ocean's currents interacting with the 3 peaks of the island, are unique to the world. Their beauty will take your breath away. 

    Enjoy snorkelling in clear water and a chance to encounter the most beautiful ocean life. Continue to Koh Tao where you can stop for lunch at one of the great local restaurants that offer wonderful value for money. After your wholesome meal, you can either snorkel, sunbathe or just relax under the coconut trees.

    Beliggenhet: Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

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    Kiteboarding and kitesurfing in Samui are among the great activities you can have on the waves just off the island's beautiful beaches. There are a few good kiteboarding schools conveniently located on the island. Most schools, such as the Samui Kiteboarding Club, have been on the island for over a decade and have high-standard equipment.

    Kitesurfing is a combination of surfing and paragliding. In Samui, sea temperatures hardly dip below 26°C throughout the year, making it excellent for this kind of activity. The key factor is the wind – the best time to try kitesurfing is from November to February, when the wind ranges from 8 to 20 knots. If you'd like to observe kiteboarding, head to Mae Nam, Nathon or Hua Thanon.

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    Beliggenhet: 76/1 Moo 1, Maenam, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84330, Thailand

    Åpent: Daily from 10 am to 11 pm

    Telefonnummer: +66 (0)84 190 6228

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    Safari Tour by 4WD

    Safari Tour by 4WD
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    A safari tour in a 4x4 lets you discover the lesser-known areas of Samui Island. Along the journey, you can stop for a traditional Thai lunch at a local restaurant where you can also get a great view across to the island of Koh Phangan. On a clear day, you can even see Koh Tao.

    The adventure tour also takes you on a visit to a local rubber plantation and see how latex rubber is extracted from the tree. You'll also be able to learn about the island's local agriculture and see a pineapple field.

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    Samui fishing trips

    Samui fishing trips

    Samui fishing trips take you on an exhilarating sea adventure by fishing boat around the island's rich waters. You can enjoy an evening out at sea on a traditional Thai fishing trawler. Start by catching your bait squid, and then try your luck in catching some fish.

    The boat captain will decide the evening's fishing areas, depending on the season as well as weather conditions. Among the top locations are the waters around Koh Som, Koh Kong, Koh Matlang and Koh Phangan.

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    TopCats Freshwater Fishing is Koh Samui's only freshwater fishing spot. This eco-friendly project allows fish to grow naturally in a clean environment and offers visitors the challenge of battling against animals that can weigh up to 150 kg. TopCats has more than 4,000 fish from 20 different species in their 2 manmade lakes.

    TopCats management and team are passionate about fishing and committed to providing the best conditions in and around the lake for all those who share their passion for this challenging activity. Don't worry if you've never fished before – expert guidance is on hand! All equipment and bait are provided. TopCats also has a bar and restaurant as well as a large swimming pool.

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    Beliggenhet: 100/1 Moo1, Baan Saket, Taling Ngam, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84140, Thailand

    Åpent: Daily from 8 am to 8 pm

    Telefonnummer: +66 (0)84 184 1011

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