Koh Samui - Tourist Information

All Travel Guides

Tourist Information

Koh Samui

Provided by: Anton Gvozdikov/Shutterstock.com

Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.

*this will be downloaded as a PDF.

Price

€4,95

Purchase

Asia Thailand Koh Samui Tourist Information

Overview

Tourist Information The guide was updated: 2023-02-07

Airport

Airport

Samui International Airport is located in the northern part of Koh Samui and is privately owned and operated by Bangkok Airways. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful airports in the world. It has two terminals, for national and international flights. Between Departures and Arrivals, you can find a large shopping centre. Leaving or arriving in Koh Samui, you can choose between private and shared airport transfers. In the arrivals hall, you will find a transportation counter where you can book both a transfer and a private taxi. There are several car rental companies located in the arrivals hall.

Passport / Visa

Passport / Visa

Visitors to Thailand need a valid passport and in some cases a visa to enter the country. Nationals of 57 countries are allowed to be in the country from 14 to 90 days without a visa. Nationals of other 21 countries including China, India and Saudi Arabia are granted a visa on arrival, while the remaining need a visa in advance. Check the website below for further information: www.thaiembassy.com/visa/thailand-visa.php

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

One could say that visiting Koh Samui is a good idea any time of the year. The weather is almost always sunny and warm, making it the perfect getaway from places with colder climates. All you need to know is that January is the coolest month of the year, but it has an average temperature of approximately 26°C/79°F. If you want to avoid the rainiest months, they are usually October, November and early December. From February to April there's usually great beach weather with temperatures gradually rising, making these months high season in Koh Samui.

Public Transport

Public Transport

On Koh Samui you will get by easily with "Songthaews", motor bike taxis and taxis. The Songthaews are the main means of transportation on the island and you should expect to pay approximately 30-50Bath. They operate from early morning regularly during the day. The motor bike taxis are about the same price. A flexible way to discover the island is to rent car, a motorbike or Jeep. But be careful on the roads, as Samui has the highest road accident statistics in Thailand.

Taxi

Taxi

You can also use the metered taxis for getting around the island. Taxis are a bit more expensive than songthaews, but a great way for travelling comfortably. Insist on using the meter. There is only one official company operating on the island which is Samui Taxi, recognisable by its yellow and brown vehicles.

Post

Post

You can find the Main Post Office in Nanthon with branches in Chaweng, Lamai and Maenam, all open from 9am-4pm during the weeks. Most post offices can be found on the main roads. Stamps can also be bought in supermarkets and at hotels. Main Post Office:

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

The island has no lack of pharmacies. In Chaweng you'll find several Boots pharmacies.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +66 Area code: 077

Electricity

Electricity

Next section

Next Section