Look for special offers on packages to Samet at local tour operators. Koh Samet is a popular weekend destination for residents of Bangkok and there are frequent special offers catering to weekend vis...

The primary activities on Koh Samet are beach related: relaxing on the beach, swimming, and engaging in water sports, such as jet skiing, snorkeling, and riding banana boats. Beach hopping via rental...

As it is such a popular island, Koh Samet is easy to get to, with various boat companies providing ferry and speedboat service to the island from the pier at Ban Phe on mainland Ranong.

Once ...

While all 14 of Koh Samet’s beaches feature accommodation, the majority of the island’s hotels, resorts, and bungalows are located on the east coast, which features accommodation for a range of budget...

The primary attractions on Koh Samet are beach related: sunbathing, swimming, and water sports. It is possible to explore the other beaches on the island via rental motorbike and there is a summit wi...

As Koh Samet is such a popular weekend destination for residents of Bangkok, there are numerous tour packages available from tour providers throughout Thailand.

Koh Samet is not a top shopping destination; it even lacks the street markets typically found on most Thai islands. Most products are sold by hawkers who stroll up and down the beach. There are, howe...

In addition to the regularly celebrated national events and festivals, Koh Samet has the following annual events:

Most restaurants on Koh Samet serve a variety of cuisines, including Thai and international foods. Most guesthouses and resorts have restaurants that serve both, while the more popular beaches, such ...

Koh Samet is a small island in Rayong province, around 200 km Southeast of Bangkok, along the way to Trat province and the island of Koh Chang. Technically part of Khao Laem Ya - Koh Samet National P...