6.2 Koh Samui Beaches

The Gulf of Thailand's most well-known island is Koh Samui but other options include the islands of Koh Phangan and Koh Tao.

• As the largest island in its archipelago, Koh Samui offers great choice and is a good base for visiting the surrounding Ang Thong National Marine Park - a snorkelling and kayaking paradise.
• Top Samui beach resorts include Chaweng and Lamai for their plentiful international hotels, restaurants, spas and child-friendly facilities. Mae Nam's budget scene is perfect for backpackers, while Bo Phut is loved by honeymooners for its rustic charm and old Chinese shop houses converted into atmospheric restaurants.
• Golfers will love Samui's beautiful 18-hole Santiburi Samui Golf Country Club.
• Close to Samui is Koh Tao, which is famous for its diving and Koh Phangan which offers great nightlife and some secluded boutique resorts.
• Koh Samui is also very convenient as (along with Phuket) the resort can be accessed by air from Bangkok.

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