Go Diving or Snorkelling
Most visitors to Koh Samet not only for the beach but diving and snorkelling. These two water sports even are popular activities for many visitors to Koh Samet.
Join A Island Tour
Koh Samet has some hidden coves and beaches that are worth exploring. By using a boat, you can go on a trip exploring the island. The island hopping trip lets you discover and go sight seeing every part of the island.
There are many speedboat operators around Sai Kaew Beach and Vong Duen offering island tours. The tours usually include snorkelling and a lunch barbecue.
Besides, many of them offer additional tours to some fish farms or other islands such as Kham, Kudi and Plai Tin. The tours can take hours to a whole day depending on the number of places to explore.
Travellers can also choose slower moving boats for a more relaxing experience. Prices vary and tourists can bargain them. So, before stepping on board, discuss the price with the operator to get the best deal.
Rent A Jet Ski
In popular beaches like Ao Phai and Sai Kaew, you can rent water sports equipment like parasailing, wakeboarding or a jet ski.
However, you have to be aware with scams perpetuated by jet-ski owners.
They might say that you have damaged the jet ski, as there are scratches on it and they will ask some money to have it repaired.
Go Canoeing and Kayaking
If using a jet skiing is not your thing, think about eco friendly ways to explore the island. Canoeing and kayaking can be great ideas to explore the island’s scenic coastline.
Of course, you have to be physically healthy to do these activities because they rely on your own paddle power.
You can go canoeing or kayaking at any time but it is recommended to do it in the late afternoon where the day is no longer so hot. Besides, it gives you an opportunity to catch a mesmerising sunset.
However, at this time of day, the waves can be high. So, stay close to shoreline for a safe canoeing.
Go Sailing and Windsurfing
Sai Kaew Beach is a popular place for sailing and windsurfing because of its strong currents and offshore winds.
Most of resorts and guesthouses in Koh Samet offer a service to arrange the necessary equipment for sailing and windsurfing.
Enjoy The Sunset
Any visit to Koh Samet is not complete if you miss the opportunity to see the beautiful sunset. You can enjoy the gorgeous sunset from the beach or from your room balcony. You are lucky of you have a west-facing balcony.
Most hotels located on the west coast allow you to do so. Or, you can take a sunset cruise for a greater sunset experience.
Try Fishing
If you are a fishing enthusiasts, deep-sea fishing should be listed in your must thing to do list. Koh Samet is the home to a rich diversity of fish.
Here, many fishermen rent their boat for tourists for fishing in the deep sea where you will have opportunities to catch exotic fish that you probably won’t find in your home country, such as Dorado, grouper, trevally and many more.