Best Time to Visit

One could say that visiting Koh Samui is a good idea any time of the year. The weather is almost always sunny and warm, making it the perfect getaway from places with colder climates. All you need to know is that January is the coolest month of the year, but it has an average temperature of approximately 26°C/79°F. If you want to avoid the rainiest months, they are usually October, November and early December. From February to April there's usually great beach weather with temperatures gradually rising, making these months high season in Koh Samui.

Passport / Visa

Visitors to Thailand need a valid passport and in some cases a visa to enter the country. Nationals of 57 countries are allowed to be in the country from 14 to 90 days without a visa. Nationals of other 21 countries including China, India and Saudi Arabia are granted a visa on arrival, while the remaining need a visa in advance. Check the website below for further information: www.thaiembassy.com/visa/thailand-visa.php

Airport

Samui International Airport is located in the northern part of Koh Samui and is privately owned and operated by Bangkok Airways. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful airports in the world. It has two terminals, for national and international flights. Between Departures and Arrivals, you can find a large shopping centre. Leaving or arriving in Koh Samui, you can choose between private and shared airport transfers. In the arrivals hall, you will find a transportation counter where you can book both a transfer and a private taxi. There are several car rental companies located in the arrivals hall.

• Web:

  www.samuiairport.com

• Address:

  Samui International Airport, Koh Samui

Public Transport

On Koh Samui you will get by easily with "Songthaews", motor bike taxis and taxis. The Songthaews are the main means of transportation on the island and you should expect to pay approximately 30-50Bath. They operate from early morning regularly during the day. The motor bike taxis are about the same price. A flexible way to discover the island is to rent car, a motorbike or Jeep. But be careful on the roads, as Samui has the highest road accident statistics in Thailand.

Taxi

You can also use the metered taxis for getting around the island. Taxis are a bit more expensive than songthaews, but a great way for travelling comfortably. Insist on using the meter. There is only one official company operating on the island which is Samui Taxi, recognisable by its yellow and brown vehicles.

• Web:

  www.samuitaxi.com

• E-mail:

  taxi@samuitaxi.com

• Phone:

  +66 816768275

Electricity

220 V, 50 Hz