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Koh Samet Thailand

With it’s close proximity to Thailand’s capital, Bangkok and the allure of magnificent beaches and turquoise blue clear water, Koh Samet is one of Thailand’s favorite holiday destinations. The T shaped island combines excellent beaches, pristine coral reefs, beautiful coves and bays with a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you are wanting to escape Bangkok for a short break or looking for a 2 week holiday from your native lands, Koh Samet makes for the perfect location.

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If you are looking to make reservations for Guesthouses, Resorts or Bungalows then there is plenty of choice here on our website. Regardless of your budget you will have something to match your requirements with budget accommodation around the backpacker friendly beach of Ao Hin Khok to the luxury Sai Kaew Beach resort on Hat Sai Kaew. Whether you prefer to sleep with a fan or air conditioning for comfort, all your options are catered for. Check out our Rooms/Resorts section to book the room of your choice. Being the popluar destination it is, the island attracts a wide range of visitors including backpackers, family vacationers and weekend visitors looking to escape the hectic, congested city life of Bangkok. It’s beautiful idyllic beaches make the perfect escapism for all that visit. From Tranquil deserted stretches of sand on Ao Noi Na to the bustling shores of Hat Sai Kaew you will find your perfect beach retreat embezzled on the waters of this paradise island. Why not explore the island at your leisure by hiring yourself a motorbike for a day or two. Cruise between each of the beaches and towns around the island. Each will no doubt dazzle you with it's own individual beauty. 

The beautiful island is one of the driest in Thailand, even in rainy season between May and October there is very little rainfall. Hot and dry season sees the island packed out with visitors from near and afar making it one of Thailand's premier holiday destinations. No matter what time of year you plan to visit Thailand you can still visit the island and expect gorgeous tropical sunshine for the best part of your trip.

Surrounded by the engaging clear blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand means you are never in short supply of mouth watering seafood. Every evening the beach comes to life with a colourful barbecue offering some of the most exotic varieties of seafood freshly cooked before your eyes. Furthermore the waters offer a great retreat for those who enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling. There are several dive shops across the island offering you the chance to become Padi certified or just explore the under water realms of Samed for fun!

Travel Information
Koh Samet Travel Information
Just 2 and a half hours from Bangkok and a 30 minute boat ride from the Port of Ban Phe, traveling to Ko Samet couldn’t be any easier.
Things to do
Things to do on Koh Samet
The islands and cerulean waters around Koh Samet make it perfect for those wanting to snorkel or scuba dive whilst visiting the island.
Ferry Times
Koh Samet's Beaches
With Koh Samet being an island and without an airport you will need to travel across the gulf of Thailand in some capacity to get here.
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