Jungles and Waterfalls

The most beautiful and easiest waterfalls to get to are, Na Muang 1 and Na Muang 2. If you fancy a jungle walk, then Hin Lad Waterfall is your choice. Here a 2-kilometer path winds its way to the picturesque spot. A must for all adventurers.

8-Headed Coconut Palm

Another enjoyable jungle walk is the one that takes you to this rather odd coconut palm. A rare freak of nature this tree seems to divide continually. Normally the coconut palm only bears one head. At the moment there are 8 but recent reports say it’s showing signs of ‘doing the splits’ again.

Hin Ta and Hin Yai

Another of nature’s oddities on Koh Samui is that of the ‘grandmother and grandfather rocks’ are strange natural formations that have been eroded by the elements over time. They now form sculptures of male and female genitals, which creates a lot of humorous interest from tourists and locals alike.

Buffalo Fighting

draws thousands of spectators and gambling, though strictly illegal, is widespread. There are several stadiums around the island. Blood is sometimes drawn but the buffaloes rarely suffer any real injury and it isn’t classified as a blood sport here.

Butterfly Farm

Visiting a butterfly farm is a great way of getting up close to these beautiful insects. The butterflies on the Samui farm flit about naturally amid tropical foliage. Close range observation is the best way to view some of the region's most beautiful butterflies. A definite ‘must do’ if you have children.

Thai boxing

is another form of cultural entertainment and a visit to this country wouldn’t be complete without watching this national sport. It is widely considered to be the world’s most dangerous sport. The speed and dexterity of the contestants is an art in its own right. Matches are held daily, Monday to Friday at the Samui stadium.

Na Muang Waterfalls

is located 10 km south from Nathon at Ban Thurian. There are 2 waterfalls Na Muang one is 18 meter high and can be reached by vehicle. Na Muang two is about 80 meters high and can only be reached by a 30 minute walk. The waterfalls are the most scenic on the island of Koh Samui.

Ancient House

A house made of teakwood without any nails at Ban Thale is the oldest house on the island.It was built approximately 150 years ago, is constructed of teak planks and shows off many beautiful woodcarvings.

Snake Farm

A definite must see for all those visiting the island. Shows featuring snakes indigenous to Samui as well as centipedes, scorpions and cock fighting shows are all displayed here. It is a great venue for the entire family and worth looking out for. Follow the signs seen throughout the island. Show times are 11.00 and 14.00 every day.

Naga Pearl Farm

Visit the Naga Pearl Farm and discover how pearls are cultured. A 30 minute boat ride from Ban Thong Krut landing will bring you to Koh Matsum and the Naga Pearl Farm. After you learn about pearl culture, you will enjoy eating Thai food and spend the afternoon on the white sandy beach. Don't miss the Naga Pearl Shop, located at 81/1 Ban Thong Krut, where all varieties of pearl and pearl products are offered. Pearl shells and special handicrafts are very nice souvenirs to bring back home.

Samui Nightlife

Bars, cabarets shows and discos are mainly in Chaweng and Lamai located. Green Mango, Raggae Pub, Santa Fe and Bauhaus are the main discotheques, some open until sunrise.

Fruit and Vegetable Carving

Whether you entertain your guests by cooking Asian or Western cuisine, nothing enhances a carefully prepared dish, like a graceful fruit or vegetable carving, or some simple but elegant garnishes.

Thai culinary carving expertise is arguably unsurpassed for skill and finesse. This award winning master fruit and vegetable carver teaches the basics of this beloved Thai art, in three 2-hour morning sessions, held on consecutive days starting at 9:30 am. Your carving tool and instructional booklet are included in the cost of this 6-hour course.

Monkey Shows On Samui

the monkey undoubtedly qualifies as man's best friend. This isn't surprising, since for centuries the people here have used monkeys to do the hardest work, climbing the trees to pick ripe nuts on their coconut plantations. Until the advent of tourism, coconuts represented the main industry here, so these industrious little animals were greatly prized. The monkey theatre offers shows in which the monkeys display their dexterity and not just at picking coconuts. The entertainment also includes performing elephants. Look for the theatre on the main road behind Bophut village.