Joanna James
The sparkling island of Koh Samui located in the Gulf of Thailand is home to many wonders and sights to behold. Travellers hoping to comb through Koh Samui can include some of these activities.
As a water sport that can be easily accessed while on holiday in Koh Samui, stand-up paddleboarding or ‘SUP’ is a pastime that is gaining popularity with every passing year. Thus, should you be seeking to engage with a water sport that will have you exercising your core muscles while allowing you the leeway to build confidence and improve balance while out at sea, then here is your answer. Crucially, renting a paddleboard can be done with no fuss whatsoever given the facilities around Koh Samui. In terms of the approach, begin in calmer waters where you can even be seated prior to assessing the conditions that you find yourself in. After you muster the courage to stand up, the world will be your oyster.
Serving as two of the more laidback of pursuits that one can engage with, snorkelling and scuba diving are perfect if you want to remain in control of the pace at which you move at all times. What’s more? The slower you move, the better your chances will be to spot the myriad of species that live and breed in areas such as Koh Nang Yuan and Koh Tao. Added to this, the coral formations that are found off Koh Samui are where you will need to focus your attention on in order to stumble upon sea turtles, reef fish and other critters.
If in the mood to uncover hidden bays and coves in Koh Samui, then it is highly recommended that you opt for some kayaking which features as one of the better things to do in Chaweng when you stay at SAii Koh Samui. Further, exploring the coast and pausing by rocky outcrops are best achieved while seated inside a kayak that can be rented from any of the facilities located along this island paradise. Also, if you find yourself in the shoes of a first-timer, then choosing a guided kayaking trip will complement your interests well.
Take things up a couple of notches and give your eager self every opportunity to embrace an adrenaline rush never felt before with some kite surfing. Koh Samui’s strong winds, shallow seas and sandy beaches are conducive conditions that will bring out the kite surfer in you in no time at all. However, learning the ropes is essential and, in this regard, facilitators in the calibre of Kiteboarding Asia can be looked at. Also, destinations such as Chaweng Beach, Mae Nam Beach and Lamai Beach are the popular areas for kite surfing while the period covering May to October is when the conditions will be at their absolute, demanding best.
If staying on the beach is more to your liking, then why not give beach volleyball a go? A majority of Koh Samui’s beaches have volleyball courts set up that would easily motivate you and your best friends or family to take up the challenge.
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