
Koh Samui Beaches
Discover 52 kilometers of coastline across 15 distinct beaches

Bophut Beach
3.5 km of coastlineA long, quiet beach with authentic local character, traditional fishing village atmosphere, and excellent solitude.

Choeng Mon Beach
1.5 km of coastlineThe island's most protected beach with calm, shallow waters, making it absolutely perfect for families with young children.

Maenam Beach
7 km of coastlineKoh Samui's longest beach at 7 km, with powdery white sand, palm-lined shores, family-friendly shallow water, and atmospheric sunset views with Koh Phangan silhouetted across the water.

Big Buddha Beach
0.5 km of coastlineA cultural beach combining relaxation with spiritual heritage, featuring the iconic Big Buddha statue as a unique backdrop.

Chaweng Beach
5 km of coastlineKoh Samui's longest and most vibrant beach, featuring powdery white sand, extensive amenities, and an electric nightlife scene.

Chaweng Noi
1 km of coastlineA quieter alternative to main Chaweng Beach with the same excellent sand but significantly fewer crowds.

Coral Cove Beach
0.2 km of coastlineA secluded rocky cove offering the island's best snorkeling, with dramatic rock formations and genuine solitude.

Lamai Beach
4.5 km of coastlineOne of Samui's longest beaches at 4.5 km, with golden sand, a laid-back atmosphere, iconic Hin Ta and Hin Yai rock formations, and a Sunday night market. A more relaxed alternative to Chaweng.

Silver Beach
0.25 km of coastlineAn intimate cove with exceptionally fine white sand and the best snorkeling on the east coast, perfect for families and couples.

Hua Thanon Beach
1.5 km of coastlineA traditional Muslim fishing village beach on Koh Samui's southeast coast — authentic, cultural, and home to the island's best fresh seafood. Come for the village atmosphere, not the swimming.

Bang Makham Beach
1 km of coastlineA small, remote beach with spectacular unobstructed sunset views, perfect for adventurous explorers seeking genuine solitude.

Bang Po Beach
3.5 km of coastlineA quiet local beach famous for its unique 'double sunset' reflections and excellent beachfront seafood dining.

Lipa Noi Beach
3.5 km of coastlineThe island's premiere sunset destination with dramatic unobstructed views, soft white sand, and calm family-friendly waters.

Nathon Beach
0.5 km of coastlineKoh Samui's main town and ferry port — come for the street food, night markets, and sunsets, not the swimming.

Taling Ngam Beach
2 km of coastlineThe island's most remote and pristine beach with spectacular elevated sunset views and the famous Five Islands panorama.
Find Your Perfect Beach
Best for Sunset
- Lipa Noi Beach
- Taling Ngam Beach
- Bang Makham Beach
Best for Families
- Choeng Mon Beach
- Maenam Beach
- Lipa Noi Beach
Best for Snorkeling
- Silver Beach
- Coral Cove Beach
- Choeng Mon Beach
Best for Solitude
- Bang Makham Beach
- Bang Po Beach
- Bophut Beach