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EPIC TRIP ITINERARIES: Koh Samui, Thailand
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items Koh Samui, Thailand, is one of the planet's dazzling masterpieces, with exquisite wildlife both on land and in the sea, majestic mountains, pristine beaches, and lush jungles. Now home to posh villas, world-renowned five-star resorts, delectable dini...
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Renowned Resorts
Killa' Villas
Upscale Activities
Relax & Unwind
Incredible & Edible
Explore the Outdoors
Renowned Resorts
Discover the pinnacle of luxury and relaxation in Koh Samui’s top-rated accommodations.
Nestled against the plush white sands and gentle tides of Choeng Mon Beach, IHG's Kimpton Kitalay Samui Resort provides guests with stunning ocean views and easy beach access from their assortment of guest rooms, suites, and expansive villas with pri...
Kimpton Kitalay Samui Resort
Said to be one of the most exclusive and upscale resorts in the area (if not the world), Cape Fahn Hotel is only accessible by boat. This is because the 5-star resort is located on its own private island, just off of the northeastern shores of Koh Sa...
Cape Fahn Hotel
Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui, an incredible five-star resort and wellness spa, is set on 28 acres of prime Koh Samui real estate. Its 83 private villas and chalets are nestled along the lush hillside of the resort’s private cove, overlooking a 200-yard p...
Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui Resort
Perched on 58 acres of lush tropical land on the northern tip of Koh Samui island, The Ritz-Carlton Resort by Marriott sits majestically on its own private bay. This 5-star beauty offers a variety of floor plans across 175 spacious guest rooms, suite...
The Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui
Six Senses Samui Resort offers 67 private villas, 60 of which include private pools. Choose from a wide range of villa types designed to perfect your stay, such as the Three-Bedroom Beach Reserve—a two-bedroom villa and a one-bedroom villa that share...
Six Senses Samui Resort
The Four Seasons Koh Samui Resort may seem familiar—that's because it served as the set for Season 3 of the popular HBO Max series The White Lotus, where the plot unfolds at a luxurious resort in Thailand. The resort was recognized as one of TIME Mag...
Four Season Koh Samui Resort
The 88 villas that make up the all-villa village at Banyan Tree Resort each include a private infinity pool, a personal Villa Host concierge, and quick access to the resort’s private stretch of pristine beach on the Gulf of Thailand. The resort is we...
Banyan Tree Samui Resort
The all-villa Napasai Hotel by Belmond leads to the shimmering shores of Ban Tai Beach on the northern coast of Koh Samui island.
Belmond Napasai Hotel
The stellar reviews accurately convey the excellent reputation and award-winning amenities, service, and activities that await you at Centara Reserve. With 184 guest rooms, suites, and private villas, the hotel offers a wide variety of accommodations...
Centara Reserve
Killa' Villas
Ready to escape to an ultra-luxurious and exclusive retreat? Look no further! Koh Samui’s top luxury vacation rental properties await — prepare to be wowed.
Villa Skyfall features 8 bedrooms and spans over 5 floors with 8 split-levels. It includes its own private elevator, movie theater, resident chef and live-in staff, 24-hour gated security, tennis courts, rooftop bar, infinity pool, and a 270-degree o...
Villa Skyfall Samui
Adjacent to a protected forest on the tropical hillside of the Plai Laem peninsula in Koh Samui, the private walls of Villa Orca encompass its own serene sanctuary. For a completely stress-free experience, the villa is fully serviced with daily house...
Villa Orca
Villa Amylia is a nine-bedroom oasis located just seconds from the beach in Northern Chaweng, Koh Samui. The expansive property combines two luxury villas—Villa Emerald and Villa Ruby—into a spacious nine-bedroom accommodation, ideal for weddings, fa...
Villa Amylia
The floor-to-ceiling windows and doors provide stunning, unobstructed views of the Gulf of Thailand throughout Moonstar Villa, a six-bedroom retreat located in Chaweng Noi. Each bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and a private balcony. The open fl...
Moonstar Villa
Spread across 23,680 square feet, Villa Puri is a six-bedroom, six-bathroom oasis located on Lipa Noi Beach in Koh Samui. The beach's soft white sands are just steps from the villa and its 29-meter (95-foot) infinity pool, indoor/outdoor open floor p...
Villa Puri
Family-friendly Villa Sen is nestled into the lush hills overlooking Choeng Mon and offers four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a picturesque infinity pool, and 500 square meters of indoor and outdoor living space, comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests....
Villa Sen
Top-rated beachfront property Chi Pool Villa features five bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and can accommodate up to ten people. The villa is spread across four pavilions and offers 3,900 square feet of living space, as well as 3,830 square feet of outdoor ...
Chi Beachfront Pool Villa
The award-winning Sky Dream Villa is located in the lush hillside above Chaweng Noi Bay, just a ten-minute drive from the beach. The open floor plan and floor-to-ceiling windows provide unobstructed ocean views. With split-level indoor and outdoor li...
Sky Dream Villa
With six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and over 48,000 square feet, Villa Praana is a family-friendly oasis. The villa is an outdoor lover’s dream, featuring two infinity pools, a jacuzzi, tennis courts, kayaks, a boxing ring, and several outdoor terrace...
Villa Praana
Upscale Activities
Discover exclusive activities and unforgettable adventures designed for discerning travelers in Koh Samui.
Independence Yacht Charter Koh Samui offers your choice of a sunset, half-day, regular full-day, or full-day cruise to Ang Thong National Park. The beautifully decorated yacht, upscale service, and exclusive amenities make the experience truly unforg...
Luxury Private Yacht Charter
Happy Samui offers this maritime excursion exploring the 42 incredible islands of Ang Thong. Start the day at 8:30 AM, where you will be picked up from your hotel or meet at the pier to board with your group of up to 16 travelers. First, prepare to b...
Ang Thong Islands Luxury Tour
Samui Luxury Boats offers 27 of the island’s most dazzling yacht charters. These luxury yachts range from 42 to 64 feet and comfortably accommodate parties of 2–12 guests—ideal for romantic sunset dinner cruises, family outings, lively bachelor/bache...
Samui Luxury Boats - Motor Yacht Rental
Relax & Unwind
Indulge in ultimate relaxation with the best luxury spas and wellness experiences in Koh Samui.
Baan Thai Spa by HARNN is a five-star luxury spa perched 120 meters above sea level inside the main building of the InterContinental Koh Samui Resort. This award-winning, full-service spa features four private treatment rooms, a spacious couples’ sui...
Baan Thai Spa by HARNN
Spanning over 32,000 square feet, the Anantara Spa at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort features six standalone treatment rooms, each complete with a private al fresco tub and rain shower. The spa also offers a beauty salon, lush gardens, personal tra...
Anantara Spa
In 1998, Koh Samui’s first day spa, Tamarind Springs Forest Spa, was established. Nestled within a lush tropical forest on an enchanting hillside, the spa prides itself on its innovative approach known as “integrated architecture,” which incorporates...
Tamarind Springs Forest Spa
Located within the luxurious Hansar Samui Resort, LUXSA Spa offers a variety of relaxation and wellness treatments designed to rejuvenate and refresh the mind, body, and soul. The spa features four double treatment suites, two Thai massage suites, an...
LUXSA Spa
Within the five-star, chic W Hotel in Koh Samui, the AWAY® Spa introduced Asia to the clarifying herbal sauna treatment known as Thaimazcal. The spa features seven private treatment rooms, gender-specific lounges, steam rooms, and a private pool. Its...
Away Spa
The award-winning Melati Spa, located within the luxurious Melati Resort, is well-equipped to restore your inner peace and serenity with its extensive treatment menu and highly skilled therapists. Its high-end amenities include manicures and pedicure...
Melati Spa
Incredible & Edible
Savor the finest flavors with Koh Samui’s top luxury dining experiences.
The Tent Restaurant and Bar, located directly on the sands of Chaweng Beach, offers an intimate seaside dining experience. Designed for romance, the restaurant features private gazebos and beachfront setups, allowing couples to enjoy magnificent suns...
The Tent Restaurant & Bar
Recognized by the prestigious Michelin Guide and renowned as the island's premier steakhouse, The Ranch at The Ritz-Carlton Resort offers a meat lover's dream menu featuring in-house dry-aged Australian beef.
The Ranch
If you're looking for picturesque views of the dazzling coastline while enjoying an intimate, candlelit meal from above, then Jahn, a steakhouse within the Conrad Koh Samui Resort, is for you. Chef Justin Galea offers a delicious menu featuring seafo...
Jahn
Located in the Banyan Tree Resort, the Michelin-recognized restaurant Saffron offers breathtaking views that are almost as incredible as its delectable Thai cuisine. Guests can admire the stunning scenery through floor-to-ceiling windows while indulg...
Saffron
Chef Santi Wongsawat opened the luxurious yet sustainable restaurant, Phensiri, in 2012, offering authentic Thai cuisine made from locally grown ingredients. The atmosphere has a laid-back, down-to-earth feel, allowing guests to relax while dining in...
Phensiri
The Four Seasons Resort in Koh Samui is home to Koh Thai Kitchen, a stunning hilltop restaurant serving authentic Southern Thai cuisine. The open-air dining room offers breathtaking views and refreshing island breezes.
Koh Thai Kitchen
Located within the Kimpton Kitalay Resort, the Michelin-starred FishHouse Restaurant & Bar offers an à la carte menu of European dishes, expertly crafted using fresh local ingredients. Diners can enjoy the outdoor deck with panoramic beach views,...
FishHouse Restaurant & Bar
For an upscale dining experience, look no further than Chez François. The menu features French and European cuisine, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. This 5-star restaurant offers reservations, a full bar, an elegant dining room, and dec...
Chez François
Chef David Thompson presents a simple yet masterfully crafted menu featuring Southern Thai cuisine. The restaurant is a Michelin-starred dining experience, offering breathtaking sea views from its private island resort location, accessible only by bo...
Long Dtai
Explore the Outdoors
Discover unforgettable adventures and natural beauty in Koh Samui’s breathtaking landscapes.
Experienced paddlers as well as beginners will feel at home during the scenic 1.5-hour sunset or sunrise paddleboard tours, where families, friends, couples, and adventurous individuals come together with an ASI-qualified, experienced instructor for ...
Sunset Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Tour
Your adventure begins with a 90-minute speedboat ride to Koh Tao, where the expertly trained crew will provide a tutorial to ensure all participants feel comfortable and safe in the water. From there, enjoy three unique snorkeling destinations during...
Koh Tao VIP Snorkelling Tour
The Angthong National Marine Park VIP Small Group Tour by 100 Degrees East Dive Team is a top-rated traveler favorite, earning its 5-star rating, Badge of Excellence, and 100% Traveler Recommendation score on Viator.com. The day begins with a persona...
Angthong Marine Park Exclusive Personalized Tour
This laid back activity is a unique and fun experience that is perfect for all ages-No experience neceessary! The Koh Samui Footgolf & Botanical Gardens by Samui Football Golf
Koh Samui Footgolf & Botanical Gardens
Experience Koh Samui’s natural beauty and vibrant marine life through a different lens. Enjoy unforgettable views and face-to-face encounters with the ocean’s curious inhabitants—who are just as intrigued by you as you are by them! Discovery Dive Cen...
Scuba Dive & Snorkel | Discovery Dive Center
Allow your mind and body the relaxation and rejuvenation it craves with this sixty-minute stand-up paddleboard (SUP) yoga class. Enhance your flexibility, breathing, and balance as you immerse yourself in an ocean-top guided meditation, with the sea ...
Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) YOGA
Fill Up on THRILL
Calling all adrenaline junkies and thrill seekers — experience the ultimate adventures in Koh Samui!
Check out the top sights via ATV! You will begin your adventure with a personalized pick-up from your accommodation at 9:00 AM. You and your group will board the ATVs in Maenam and take off on a 5-hour exploration of the island led by your expert gui...
Samui X Quad ATV Tour
Samui Explorer offers you and your group of up to four people the chance to experience the rugged terrain of the jungle-filled hills from the comfort of a private 4WD ride. Enjoy the journey as your driver navigates the hills and shares fascinating f...
Off-Road 4x4 Adventure by Samui Explorer
Get a dose of adrenaline and experience the island from a perspective unlike any other on the Koh Samui Zipline: breathtaking aerial views as you coast over the hills and above the jungles. Choose to add custom transfers to and from your hotel or boo...
Koh Samui Zipline
Looking for the freedom of your own transportation, but not committed enough to rent a car? Or perhaps you’re just looking for a few thrill rides with the ability to roam and explore the island at your leisure? Try renting a motorbike from Koh Samui ...
Motorbike Rental Koh Samui - Koh Samui Tours
Drive your own brand-new Yamaha 1100CC jet ski, bring a passenger, or ride with a friend as you and your group set sail on a three-hour jet ski safari to Pig Island! Enjoy snorkeling, swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing on Pig Island after a 45-minute...
Jet Ski Safari to Pig Island
Choose between a 2- or 3.5-hour UTV jungle adventure with Koh Samui Tours. Each UTV holds one or two people. Your guide will lead you through dense jungles and hillsides, stopping along the way for pictures of stunning views, a Buddhist temple seclud...
UTV Buggy Jungle & Mountain Tour