Stunning Places to Visit in Surat Thani – Treat yourself to the best attractions in Surat Thani!      

Three beaches collectively make up Khanom Beach and offer you a chance to go scuba diving, snorkelling and swimming on long stretches of sandy beach on the Gulf of Thailand. Inviting and blissfully free of crowds, especially during the week, while weekends bring some locals enjoying Koh Samui hotel deals to this beach. However, it is still not crowded and offers space and privacy, unlike some other beaches in Surat Thani. With eateries dotted around your hunger pangs are easily sated as you spend some leisurely hours at Khanom Beach and even spot pink dolphins.

Enjoy soaring across the rainforests of Maenam in Surat Thani with breathtaking views of waterfalls and dense jungles as done by guests at SAii Koh Samui whether they are with friends or as a family. The ziplining Base Camp is at Maenam where riders are hitched to cables placed through high trees and towers in the jungle giving the riders the chance to select the speed setting of their choice whether fast or slow. A safety briefing precedes the activity, and no prior experience is needed.

This former capital district of Surat Thani Province had been of strategic importance during the reign of King Sri Vijaya as a coastal trading hub. The main temple in Chaiya, Wat Phra Borommathat Chaiya is admired by locals and visitors for the tranquillity it offers and the many architectural features around the temple. The Buddha Relic Pagoda takes pride of place in its pristine white outer surface with several adornments exuding charm and serenity.

Ensconced between the lush growth of the tropical trees in the remote regions of Surat Thani, this natural pool of inviting crystal-clear emerald-hued water is fed by a nearby river making it an ideal place for a quick dip to ward off the humidity and relax for a while to take some images of the pretty pool. If you are so inclined, further along, kayaks are available for rent for a leisurely paddle down the same river and admire some of the wildlife in the region.

This is an experience one must not miss in Surat Thani. A popular hangout for most visitors for a quick meal of traditional Thai food like Pad Thai and an array of local sweets and snacks, to browse the local handicraft items on sale and to get a feel of the local vibes and the energy in the market scene. Almost all of these street markets stretch for 100 to 150 metres with both sides of the road lined with stalls also selling accessories, shoes, handbags and more for visitors to browse and pick up at leisure.