Listly by Roland Lefevre
Koh Samui is the perfect resort for enjoying all manner of water sports and adventure activities. Charter a yacht for island explorations or take on a diving tour to enjoy the abundant marine life.
Koh Samui is not always associated with big game fishing; but the few who know, enjoy the very rewarding experience. Koh Samui waters are teeming with all manner of marine life and fishing is an endeavour that can be enjoyed by the professional and amateur fishermen alike. Once you hire a boat the 'captain' will decide on the best location for setting about the act of fishing. Both day and night fishing is available in Koh Samui. Best of all the necessary equipment is provided by your tour operator.
Located within the Gulf of Thailand the Samui archipelago is made up of over 50 islands; all yours to explore by simply chartering a luxury yacht or boat. Ideal for groups, families and couples on honeymoon these chartered yacht tours lets you lose yourself within the splendours of the limestone columns and islands. The best tours are those that take over a number of days giving you ample time to relax, swim in the ocean and simply bask in the pristine beauty of the Samui Archipelago.
Of all the water sports in Koh Samui, sea kayaking is the most popular as it offers one a chance to interact with nature while enjoying the satisfying solitude of paddling around the island on your own or as a group. The most gorgeous places to explore around Koh Samui are Anthong National Park and Coral Island. Enjoy your kayaking tour to the fullest as you paddle across crystal clear waters giving way to beautiful cliffs, columns and caves. Visually stimulating the environs of Koh Samui are best experienced via a sea kayaking tour. There are plenty of water sports centres that hire our kayaks and organise tours; even luxury Koh Samui resorts and Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort offer single as well as tandem sea kayak tours.
Crustal clear waters, loads of colourful tropical fish and warm environs make Koh Samui a sought after destination for scuba diving. The place is a favourite amongst professional divers and amateurs hankering for a taste of adventure below the waves. There are many Koh Samui dive centres as well as luxury Koh Samui hotels that offer beginner courses and PADI certification for beginners. Fabulous instructors, clear waters offering visibility up to 30 metres and very reasonable rates make scuba diving quite a lure in Koh Samui.
Unlike diving, snorkelling can be experienced by all members of the family adapt at swimming. Again the clear visibility of the waters around the island and the abundance of colourful fish and exotic corals make snorkelling a satisfying experience in Koh Samui. There are of course tour operators operating snorkelling tours to some of the best locations around the archipelago for swimming, snorkelling and picnics on scenic little islands.