Is Bophut beach nice?

Home to the historic Fishermen’s Village, Bophut is arguably the best beach in Koh Samui. This beach strip is known for its fascinating local markets, seaside resorts, and upscale restaurants. Fishermen’s Village in the north of Koh Samui is one of the oldest areas on the island.

Is Koh Samui still worth visiting?

Koh Samui is a paradise of sandy beaches and palm trees at every turn, a tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand that’s definitely worth a visit.

What is the main beach in Koh Samui?

Chaweng Beach
Chaweng Beach Koh Samui’s largest beach is known for its glistening azure waters and soft white sands. Although Chaweng Beach is seven kilometers long, its high popularity means it’s often crowded and rarely quiet.

How do you get to Chaweng Beach?

In the south of Chaweng Beach there is a public beach access near the Chaweng Walking Street. Otherwise you will have to get to the beach through one of the resorts at the Chaweng Beach Road. As soon as the sun starts to set you will also see many Thai people at the southern end of the beach.

Is Bophut beach good for swimming?

Bophut Beach The stretch of sand is wide and the western part is a good swimming beach with an up-market feeling. In the east, the sand and water aren’t as good, but it’s closer to the restaurants and shops at Fisherman’s Village.

Which is better Chaweng or Bophut?

Chaweng is the beach for you. Otherwise, whether with kids or as a couple, Bophut has an atmosphere that many (myself included) consider just right. While its price points are higher than average for Samui, Bophut’s hotel and restaurant offerings are amongst our favourites on the island.

Are there sharks at Koh Samui?

Leopard sharks and whale sharks are occasional visitors to the site, which is home to large schools of snapper, yellowtail barracuda and fusiliers. If you are interested in critters then scorpionfish, stonefish and other bottom dwellers can be found here too.

Is the sea warm in Koh Samui?

The warmest water temperature is in May with an average around 86.2°F / 30.1°C. The coldest month is January with an average water temperature of 81.9°F / 27.7°C.

Is Phuket cheaper than Koh Samui?

Accommodation, food and activity prices are fairly similar on both islands. It is, however, less expensive to reach Phuket than Samui. Travelers are likely to spend more money in Phuket because of the numerous large shopping malls, nightclubs, and restaurants that abound on the island.