Is Koh Samui good for snorkeling?
Known for its palm-fringed beaches, dense mountainous rainforest, coconut groves, and hidden coves, Samui serves as the perfect spot for snorkeling in Thailand. Snorkeling on this island allows you to take a swim in the clearest waters of the Indian Ocean and meet the underwater world.
Does Thailand have good snorkeling?
To put it mildly, Thailand is a snorkeling and diving paradise, with some of the top dive sites in the world, beautiful beaches, pristine waters, and an abundance of spectacular, colorful marine life.
Can you snorkel at Lamai beach?
It’s easy to get lost in your dreams while here. At the northern end of the beach is quite rocky, making it an ideal area for a spot of snorkeling and swimming. The fish life here is stunning too; beautiful parrotfish, colourful Wrasses, Clownfish, and Trumpetfish are just some of the reef fishes here.
How do you get from Pig island to Koh Samui?
Visiting Pig Island in Koh Samui. Lots of tour operators on the island offer trips to Pig Island, and you can choose between a traditional Thai-style longtail boat (30 minutes to the island) or a speedboat. We reckon the longtail boat is cuter for that ‘island’ experience.
Are there crocodiles in Thailand?
The Siamese crocodile (Crocodylus siamensis) is a medium-sized freshwater crocodile native to Indonesia (Borneo and possibly Java), Brunei, East Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam. The species is critically endangered and already extirpated from many regions.
Is Lamai Beach Nice?
Lamai Beach is really good for swimming. The sea at Lamia Beach is turquoise blue and wonderfully warm. Particularly at the south of the beach are the optimal conditions for swimming. Also, at this part the beach is the most scenic.
Where can I sleep in Koh Samui?
Where to Stay in Koh Samui: Best areas
- Chaweng. If your main goal is to experience the club scene, Chaweng is undoubtedly where you should stay in Samui.
- Chaweng Noi.
- Lamai Beach.
- Maenam Beach.
- Bophut.
- Choeng Mon.
- Bangrak Beach (Big Buddha Beach)
- Taling Ngam.