{"id":5659,"date":"2025-02-26T16:45:41","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T15:45:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/?page_id=5659"},"modified":"2026-04-14T15:24:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T13:24:23","slug":"koh-samet-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/koh-samet-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Koh Samet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019ve come this far, it\u2019s because you want to know whether <strong>Koh Samet<\/strong> is really worth visiting. To help you understand our opinion, let me share something first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most people, visiting beaches and islands is one of our favorite things to do when traveling. We love landscapes full of palm trees and enjoy sipping coconuts while lounging in a hammock. And when it comes to the underwater world, we can spend hours snorkeling, captivated by any coral reef.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve read any of our<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/thailand-travel-guide\/\">travel guides for Thailand<\/a><\/strong>, you\u2019ll notice that we\u2019ve explored nearly every country with a coastline. And of all the islands we\u2019ve visited, we prefer <strong>the secluded ones<\/strong>\u2014those with beaches where you can escape the crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, during our travels through <strong>Southeast Asia<\/strong>, we\u2019ve sometimes come across destinations that, despite our love for beaches, have made us want to leave. One of those places is <strong>Koh Samet<\/strong>, which we\u2019ll talk about today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"0\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#sep1\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/antesdeir.png\" alt=\"Information about Koh Samet\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-th\">\n\t<h2 id=\"antes-de-ir\" class=\"menu-seccion\">BEFORE YOU GO<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-koh-samet-island\" data-level=\"2\">Koh Samet Island<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-when-to-visit-koh-samet\" data-level=\"2\">When to Visit<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#security-and-travel-insurance\" data-level=\"3\">Security and Travel Insurance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#internet-and-connectivity\" data-level=\"2\">Internet &#038; Connectivity<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-how-to-get-to-koh-samet\" data-level=\"2\">How to Get There<\/a><\/li>\n\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column mb0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\" id=\"h-before-you-go\">BEFORE YOU GO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"h-koh-samet-island\">Koh Samet Island<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We arrived in Koh Samet after spending some idyllic and peaceful days on the islands of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/koh-chang-travel-guide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8255\">Koh Chang<\/a><\/strong> and <strong>Koh Kood<\/strong>, where we were impressed by the kindness of the people and the tranquility of the place, even after having visited many destinations in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were traveling with some friends who were finishing their holiday in the capital soon, and we thought, &#8220;Well, since we\u2019re passing through, let\u2019s visit another island.&#8221; Maybe that\u2019s why, due to the contrast, we were disappointed right from the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And so, we went to the famous beach near <strong><a href=\"\/en\/bangkok-travel-guide\/\">Bangkok<\/a><\/strong>, where locals are said to escape when they need a break from the chaos and stress of the city. But is it really worth it? Far from being an idyllic place, the high prices, crowds, and numerous boats docking at its beaches can overshadow its natural beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-11.jpg\" alt=\"The color of the water in Koh Samet\" class=\"wp-image-6742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-11-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The color of the water in Koh Samet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Additionally, on windy days, the eastern beaches have such strong currents that they\u2019re not worth visiting. We were so disappointed that we\u2019d only recommend this island if you\u2019re really set on going to the beach and have ruled out all other options for one reason or another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-to-visit-koh-samet\">When to Visit Koh Samet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Koh Samet has a similar climate to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/koh-kood-travel-guide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8252\">Koh Kood<\/a><\/strong> and Koh Phangan. Here\u2019s a breakdown of the seasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>High season (November to April): <\/strong>During this time, temperatures usually stay below 30\u00b0C. There may be some rain, but generally, it&#8217;s the dry season. However, there is often a lot of tourism, so booking in advance is recommended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low season (May to October): <\/strong>Starting in May, the rains gradually begin and continue until October. Usually, there can be heavy afternoon storms, but this doesn\u2019t stop you from enjoying Koh Samet\u2019s beaches. Prices are lower, and there\u2019s generally less tourism, so it can also be a good time to visit the island.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"recuerda\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-recuerda\" src=\"\/iconos\/cuandoir.png\" alt=\"Travel Tip\"> <strong>Travel Tip<\/strong>: Check out our article on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/the-best-time-to-travel-to-thailand-weather-rain-season\/\">the best time to visit Thailand<\/a><\/strong> for month-by-month climate information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"security-and-travel-insurance\">Security and Travel Insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\nOn Thailand\u2019s islands and coastal areas, medical assistance often involves private hospitals, where costs can rise quickly depending on the situation. For a broader perspective on healthcare coverage and what it typically includes, you can consult <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/travel-insurance-for-thailand\/\">travel insurance options for Thailand<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"internet-and-connectivity\">Internet &amp; Connectivity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\nAlthough many hotels and caf\u00e9s offer Wi-Fi, connectivity can vary on islands and beach destinations. Travelers who prefer consistent mobile data access often review <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/esim-thailand-unlimited-data\/\">eSIM options for Thailand<\/a> before arrival.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-to-koh-samet\">How to Get to Koh Samet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people travel from either Bangkok or from Koh Kood or Koh Chang. Here\u2019s how you can get there:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-01.jpg\" alt=\"\u201cWelcome\u201d to Koh Samet\" class=\"wp-image-6743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-01.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-01-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u201cWelcome\u201d to Koh Samet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-from-bangkok\">From Bangkok<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bus + ferry: <\/strong>From Ekkamai Bus Station, take a bus from Bangkok to Ban Phe Pier in Rayong (about a 3-hour journey). From there, you can take a ferry to the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Boonsiri<\/strong> company sells combined bus + ferry tickets, which you can purchase through <strong>12go Asia<\/strong>, and some agencies sell minivan + ferry tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bot-new\">\n<li class=\"bot-new-ferry\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/en\/travel\/bangkok\/koh-samet\/?z=14994&amp;sub_id=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Bus + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Samet<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-from-koh-kood-to-koh-chang\">From Koh Kood to Koh Chang<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also travel from <strong>Koh Kood<\/strong> or <strong>Koh Chang<\/strong> with the <strong>Boonsiri<\/strong> company. The ticket includes two ferry rides (one to Trat Pier and another from Rayong Pier) and the bus transfer between the two (there\u2019s no direct ferry to Koh Samet, so you have to travel by road between the two ports).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-alpha-channel-opacity has-text-color has-background has-light-grey-background-color has-light-grey-color\" id=\"sep1\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila2\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"60\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#sep2\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/ver.png\" alt=\"What to see or do in Koh Samet\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-th\">\n\t<h2 id=\"que-ver-hacer\" class=\"menu-seccion\">WHAT TO SEE\/DO<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n\t\t\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-had-sai-kaew\" data-level=\"2\">Had Sai Kaew<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-ao-wai\" data-level=\"2\">Ao Wai<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-ao-kiu-na-nok\" data-level=\"2\">Ao Kiu Na Nok<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-ao-prao\" data-level=\"2\">Ao Prao<\/a><\/li>\n\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column margin-bottom-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\" id=\"h-what-to-see-do\">WHAT TO SEE \/ DO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"h-had-sai-kaew\">Had Sai Kaew<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The busiest beach is <strong>Had Sai Kaew<\/strong>, located in the northeast. Upon arrival, you\u2019ll need to pay the National Park entrance fee, which is valid for several days and covers the entire island (200THB). However, despite the name &#8220;National Park,&#8221; the first thing you see is an asphalt street lined with shops that you need to cross to reach the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-02-1.jpg\" alt=\"Had Sai Kaew\" class=\"wp-image-6744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-02-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-02-1-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Had Sai Kaew<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Here, you\u2019ll find lots of people, especially groups taking photos on the sand. We didn\u2019t stay long and only spent enough time there to take a few pictures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ao-wai\">Ao Wai<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I found <strong>Ao Wai<\/strong> to be one of the prettiest beaches because of its beautiful water color, even though the currents and waves that day weren\u2019t very inviting for swimming. However, more than the wind, what we didn\u2019t like was having to pass through a resort to access the beach. So, after a quick dip, we left.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-04.jpg\" alt=\"Ao wai\" class=\"wp-image-6745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-04.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-04-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ao Wai<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Looking at photos of this beach online and comparing them with ours, I think the issue was that the high tide, caused by the currents, forced us to stay practically inside the resort. It\u2019s a shame we didn\u2019t experience this part of the island on a calmer day, as it must be stunning.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-06.jpg\" alt=\"One of the most beautiful beaches in Koh Samet\" class=\"wp-image-6746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-06.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-06-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">One of the most beautiful beaches in Koh Samet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-05.jpg\" alt=\"Despite the waves...\" class=\"wp-image-6747\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-05.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-05-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Despite the waves&#8230;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ao-kiu-na-nok\">Ao Kiu Na Nok<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We stopped at <strong>Ao Kiu Na Nok<\/strong> out of curiosity since it was on our way, but the sea was so rough, and the beach was covered in foam, so we quickly moved on. The only photo we took is this one, and the experience was similar to the previous beach. I\u2019m sure it must be much better with calm seas.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-03-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ao kiu Na Nok\" class=\"wp-image-6749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-03-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-03-1-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ao kiu Na Nok<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ao-prao\">Ao Prao<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ao Prao<\/strong> is the beach where you can watch the sunset, and it\u2019s perfect if the wind is too strong on the east coast. However, as mentioned earlier, it\u2019s a bit overcrowded with resorts and packed with boats during peak hours.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-09.jpg\" alt=\"Ao Prao\" class=\"wp-image-6748\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-09.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-09-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ao Prao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As you can see from the photos, the water is crystal clear and clean\u2014something rare on many Southeast Asian beaches (definitely a plus!).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-13.jpg\" alt=\"Aguas claras\" class=\"wp-image-6750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-13.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-13-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clear waters<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-14.jpg\" alt=\"When boats leave, swimming is rather enjoyable\" class=\"wp-image-6751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-14.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-14-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">When boats leave, swimming is rather enjoyable<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once the boats leave, the beach becomes a much more enjoyable spot for swimming. But when the excursion boats arrive, the beach gets crowded with people stopping for lunch. At one end of the beach, agencies set up tables with food for the tourists who come to eat there.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-15.jpg\" alt=\"Imitating the locals\" class=\"wp-image-6752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-15.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-15-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Imitating the locals<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-alpha-channel-opacity has-text-color has-background has-light-grey-background-color has-light-grey-color\" id=\"sep2\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"60\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#sep3\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/tours.png\" alt=\"Tours in Koh Samet\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-th\">\n\t<h2 id=\"tours\" class=\"menu-seccion\">TOURS<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-viewpoints-in-koh-samet\" data-level=\"2\">Viewpoints in Koh Samet<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-boat-trips\" data-level=\"2\">Boat Trips<\/a><\/li>\n\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\" id=\"h-tours\">TOURS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"h-viewpoints-in-koh-samet\">Viewpoints in Koh Samet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the southern part of Koh Samet, there are a couple of viewpoints where you can see the small island of Koh Chan. Other than taking a few photos, there\u2019s not much else to do there, so it\u2019s not worth visiting unless you have your own vehicle. The good news is that you don\u2019t have to pay to access these viewpoints.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-07.jpg\" alt=\"Viewpoints in Koh Samet\" class=\"wp-image-6753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-07.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-07-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Viewpoints in Koh Samet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-08.jpg\" alt=\"The views\" class=\"wp-image-6754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-08.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-08-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The views<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>After exploring the island and not finding any beach that truly stood out, we spent our time lounging around the restaurants near our accommodation in the north. They were expensive, but at least they had a pleasant atmosphere and great views.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-02.jpg\" alt=\"Something we did: relax\" class=\"wp-image-6741\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-02.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-02-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Something we did: relax<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-boat-trips\">Boat Trips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also book a boat trip to visit other beaches or nearby islands around Koh Samet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/8SoKiF2N\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">5 or 6 Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch Option in Koh Samet<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/vsOXVqvM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Self-guided Day Tour to Koh Samet Island from Bangkok<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/rF6U402w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Coral Island &amp; Sak Island Adventure Trip in Pattaya<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And for those who want to give back and help keep the archipelago clean, you can become a &#8220;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/iiVVXg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trash hero<\/a><\/strong>&#8221; for a day. This initiative aims to keep the islands free of waste, with volunteers going out once a week to clean up. In return, they\u2019re rewarded with a meal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-alpha-channel-opacity has-text-color has-background has-light-grey-background-color has-light-grey-color\" id=\"sep3\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"60\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#sep4\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/dormir.png\" alt=\"Accommddation in Koh Samet\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-th\">\n\t<h2 id=\"dormir\" class=\"menu-seccion\">SLEEP<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n\t<li><a href=\"#h-where-to-stay-in-koh-samet\" data-level=\"2\">Where to Stay in Koh Samet<\/a><\/li>\t<li><a href=\"#h-budget\" data-level=\"2\">Budget<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-mid-range\" data-level=\"2\">Mid-Range<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-star\" data-level=\"2\">Star<\/a><\/li>\n\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\" id=\"h-sleep\">SLEEP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"h-where-to-stay-in-koh-samet\">Where to Stay in Koh Samet?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Accommodation on Koh Samet is generally more expensive than in other areas. As we\u2019ve already mentioned, the island is full of resorts, though there are some accommodations available for between 10 and 20 euros, but these are rare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve listed accommodations by price range (from cheapest to most expensive), so you can choose the one that best suits your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"h-budget\">Budget<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns gap1 margin-top-30 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-196a3327 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0rem;padding-right:0rem;padding-bottom:0rem;padding-left:0rem\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1031216\" alt=\"Miss Tim House\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Miss-Tim-House.jpeg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/miss-tim-house.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Miss Tim House<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1031207\" alt=\"Santhain Hill\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Sangtien-Hill.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/sangtien-hill.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sangthain Hills<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1031214\" alt=\"Runa Runa the best guesthouse\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Runa-Runa-the-best-guesthouse.jpeg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/runa-runa-the-best-guesthouse.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Runa Runa The Best Samed Island<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mid-range\">Mid-Range<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns gap1 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-196a3327 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0rem;padding-right:0rem;padding-bottom:0rem;padding-left:0rem\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1031211\" alt=\"Lotto house\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lotto-house.jpeg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/lotto-house.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Lotto House<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1031212\" alt=\"Sundaze Samet\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Sundaze-Samet.jpeg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/olly-39-s-bar-and-hostel.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sundaze Samet<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1031213\" alt=\"Blue Moon Samed\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Blue-Moon-Samed.jpeg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/blue-moon-samed.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Blue Moon Samed<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-star\">Star<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns gap1 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-196a3327 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0rem;padding-right:0rem;padding-bottom:0rem;padding-left:0rem\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1031208\" alt=\"Baan Minnie\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Baan-Minnie.jpeg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/baan-minnie.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Baan Minnie<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-6675\" alt=\"Samed Villa Resort\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/115454600.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#676d6b\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\" id=\"h-samed-villa-resort\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/olly-39-s-bar-and-hostel.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Samed Villa Resort<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1032878\" alt=\"Banthaisangthain Resort\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/242575365.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/banthaisangthain-resort.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-koh-samet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Banthaisangthain Resort<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-alpha-channel-opacity has-text-color has-background has-light-grey-background-color has-light-grey-color\" id=\"sep4\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila5\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"60\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#final-footer\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/consejos.png\" alt=\"Travel tips for Koh Samet\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-th\">\n\t<h2 id=\"consejos\" class=\"menu-seccion\">TRAVEL TIPS<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n\t\t\n<li><a href=\"#h-responsible-snorkeling\" data-level=\"2\">Responsible Snorkeling<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-where-to-eat-and-drink-in-koh-samet\" data-level=\"2\">Where to Eat and Drink in Koh Samet?<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-how-to-get-around-koh-samet\" data-level=\"2\">How to Get Around Koh Samet?<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-map\" data-level=\"2\">Map<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t<li><a href=\"#h-reflection-on-koh-samet-is-it-worth-it\" data-level=\"2\">Reflection on Koh Samet<\/a><\/li>\n\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\" id=\"h-tips\">TIPS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"h-responsible-snorkeling\">Responsible Snorkeling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exploring the underwater world is a fascinating yet sometimes daunting activity. Simply putting on a diving mask and peering beneath the surface reveals a whole new world of colors and unfamiliar life forms.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/apo-tortuga-carme.jpg\" alt=\"Responsible snorkeling\" class=\"wp-image-18798\" style=\"width:623px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Responsible snorkeling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>However, this world needs to be cared for and respected. If you&#8217;re planning to include snorkeling in your trip and want to ensure your presence doesn\u2019t negatively impact the ecosystem, consider learning about <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/responsible-snorkeling-mind-your-fin-on-your-trips\/\">responsible diving practices (whether with or without a tank)<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-to-eat-and-drink-in-koh-samet\">Where to Eat and Drink in Koh Samet?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I remember stopping at a restaurant opposite Had Sai Kaew and being shocked at the price of Pad Thai: 280 baht. Was it topped with caviar? Eating at restaurants on Koh Samet means doubling your budget. Needless to say, accommodation prices are much higher than in other parts of Thailand\u2026 <strong>If you&#8217;re looking for a budget-friendly island, this definitely isn&#8217;t it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-around-koh-samet\">How to Get Around Koh Samet?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can rent a motorbike and explore the island at your own pace, or you can take a taxi. These taxis are pickup trucks that usually transport groups of people from one beach to another, at least to the main ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-map\">Map<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on the image and it will take you to a new Google Maps window with all the points of interest to travel around Koh Samet.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-imagen-post-H\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1swZcEzt-96XaQtdUcBwnHMnONOPU_Raw&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"aspect-ratio: 700\/466\" height=\"466\" width=\"700\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mapa-koh-samet-700x466.jpg\" alt=\"Map Koh Samet\" class=\"wp-image-1031149\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map of Koh Samet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reflection-on-koh-samet-is-it-worth-it\">Reflection on Koh Samet: Is It Worth It?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Koh Samet is a fairly small island, located about 4 hours from Bangkok. To be honest, it is quite pretty, with turquoise waters and some viewpoints where you can admire the neighboring islets. With a rented motorbike, you can ride across the entire island, stopping at the beaches at a leisurely pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, for us, the issue lies in the type of tourism it attracts, or more specifically, how the island has been developed.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-16.jpg\" alt=\"It is indeed pretty\" class=\"wp-image-6756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-16.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-16-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">It is indeed pretty<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Resorts have been built right on the beaches, sometimes making it hard to tell where the asphalt ends, and the sand begins<\/strong>. But it doesn\u2019t stop there, these hotels not only take over the beach, but some of them also prevent non-guests from accessing their stretch of sand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s what happened to us on Ao Prao Beach. They wouldn\u2019t even let us use the sun loungers that took up the entire space\u2014not even when we tried to buy a drink\u2014forcing us to sit at the restaurant tables. Why did they think we were wearing bikinis? Anyway\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-12.jpg\" alt=\"Busy\" class=\"wp-image-6755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-12.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-12-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Busy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Frustrated after our first attempt to get closer to the water, and after paying too much for a coconut that was too warm, we decided to head to one of the far ends where no resort had exclusive rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see from the photos, the beach is beautiful, but where there aren\u2019t resorts, there\u2019s no sand to sit on. On top of that, this is where <strong>many boat tours stop for lunch<\/strong>, so you can <strong>imagine how crowded it gets at certain times of the day.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-10.jpg\" alt=\"Rush Hour in Ao Prao\" class=\"wp-image-6758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-10.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-10-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rush Hour in Ao Prao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, the beaches on the east side are very beautiful, with some having mesmerizing turquoise waters. <strong>To be fair, part of our disappointment might have been amplified by the strong winds during our visit, which prevented us from fully appreciating the true beauty of some of the best beaches.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But honestly, it\u2019s hard to enjoy a place when you can\u2019t find a spot to lay out your towel, and it\u2019s frustrating to have to walk through resorts just to reach the water, especially if you&#8217;re looking for a more secluded experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To top it off, it\u2019s expensive.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I remember stopping at a restaurant across from Had Sai Kaew and being shocked at the price of Pad Thai: 280 baht. Was it topped with caviar? Dining at the restaurants on Koh Samet will double your budget. Needless to say, accommodation prices are also much higher than in other parts of Thailand. <strong>If you&#8217;re looking for a budget-friendly island, this definitely isn\u2019t it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I think it\u2019s clear that, after our experience, we\u2019re unlikely to return to Koh Samet. But, of course, it\u2019s all a matter of taste. After years of traveling through Southeast Asia, we\u2019ve seen many beaches, and in our minds, the ideal beach is a combination of all our favorites, which makes it difficult to find one that meets all our expectations, especially with the fast pace of development and environmental degradation.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-01-1.jpg\" alt=\"Koh Samet is not the island of our dreams\" class=\"wp-image-6757\" style=\"width:623px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-01-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/koh-samet-01-1-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Koh Samet is not the island of our dreams<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>In its favor, I will say that it is clean. <\/strong>We didn\u2019t see the overwhelming amount of trash that you often find in other areas. 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