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Samui is located in the Gulf of Thailand, approximately 84 kilometers east of Surat Thani Province, or approximately 700 kilometers south of Bangkok. Known as the Coconut Island, Samui is one of the most famous and popular islands in Thailand. With an area of 247 square kilometers, Samui is the third largest island of Thailand. The topography of the island is mountainous with a circular 50-kilometer paved road that encircles the island connecting the principal beaches.
Despite the fast pace of development, Samui has been able to maintain its charm as a tropical beach resort fringed by white sand and coconut trees. Travelers to the island can enjoy a vibrant nightlife along side tranquility which can be found in beachside and sea view villas.
Chaweng and Lamai are Samui's most popular beaches. Both have a wide selection of accommodations. Please note that room rates increase during the high season, from December to July, when Samui enjoys the best weather. These resorts, as well as Na Thon (Samui's main town), have extensive communications, exchange and car/motorcycle hire facilities. Other beaches include Hat Choeng Mon, Hat Mae Nam in the north and Hat Na Thon, the island's major seafront settlement where shops, restaurants and tour agencies are concentrated.
Apart from its many lovely beaches and tranquil bays, Samui is also noted for its high quality coconuts that grow densely everywhere. The best time to visit Samui is from February to April when the sea is calm. The Southern dialect and the standard Thai language are spoken while English is widely understood in tourist areas.
Samui Travel Season
The best time to visit Samui is from February to June when the weather is hot and dry. July brings the rainy season which lasts until October, but there is still plenty of sunshine between the showers. From October to January there are sometimes heavy winds.
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