Lavinia Woolf
Sunny Koh Samui surrounded by the sea is a haven for water sports. Jet Ski, kayak, dive and enjoy deep sea fishing. Plenty of clubs promise to enhance your experience and organises splendid tours.
You generally get 30 minutes on the jetpack with an initial 10 minute training session thrown in. This is an amazing experience that makes you feel like you are in a sci-fi movie. A session on the jet board is also thrown in for a nominal fee. Enjoy the thrills of soaring above the waves and being airborne.
Jet skis are easily rented from the nearest water sports club or any one of the Koh Samui luxury resorts you may choose to stay at. Reputed tour operators offer a full insurance for you and the Jet Ski; while novices will be given a prior training. Enjoy the feel of power as you whiz across the tropical waters of Koh Samui.
Charter a luxury boat and enjoy island hopping together with other lures of the ocean. The best luxury beach hotels in Koh Samui offer cruises to the nearby islands of Koh Tan, Koh Mudsum, Five Islands, Koh Phangan and the Angthong Marine Park. Enjoy your cruise and exploring reefs, coves and lagoons. You can set anchor and relish a spot of snorkelling or scuba diving around turquoise bays and spot the beautiful exotic marine life that thrive in the waters around Koh Samui. Sitting on a tranquil stretch of sand is the Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort.
The Jet Ski Safari is one of the most popular tours in Koh Samui. A general tour will take around 3 hours and covers the surroundings of 7 islands. These are Koh Tan, the Five Islands and Koh Mudum. A typical tour will include drinks, insurance, life jackets, snorkelling equipment and a very well experienced guide.
Enjoy a bird's eye view of Koh Samui by indulging in a spot of Parasailing. The rides are equipped with winch drives that enable the parasailer to take off and land on the boat; as such safety is not a concern. Relish the vast views of the stunning islands and its surroundings as you soar high into the sky.
Snorkelling is an enjoyable activity around the islands of Koh Samui. The waters are clear and hold many exotic treasures. Diving too is a very rewarding experience that will satisfy both beginners and professional divers. Many high end resorts will have a scuba diving club where training and even a PADI certificate is offered to get novices into the depths of the gorgeous ocean.
Explore the Gulf of Thailand in a kayak. Hire a solo or tandem kayak and paddle your way around the glistening waters. Remember to wear protection from the sun and take along plenty of water.
