Big Buddha
Big Buddha on the North East part of the island is since 1972 one of Samui's major attractions. The twelve meter high monument is built on a hill which makes it visible even from a far distance. Even if there is plenty of souvenirs shop next to the giant Buddha the whole area work as a religious site. Please wear long trousers and at least a shirt while visiting to show respect towards the local monks and their believes.

Wat Plai Laem
A number of interesting buildings and colorful Buddha statues may bring the thoughts to India. This unique and very colorful temple is to be found on North-Eastern part of the island, rather close to Big Buddha. 

View Point and Magic Garden
These are both found close to the highest top of the island, about 600 meters over the sea level. In the area around the top there are plenty of restaurants and view point to be found. In the same high area, one monk alone did built the spectacular "magic garden". The monk dug a large canal with his hands and later decorated the whole area with a large number of hand made statues. Along the main road between Nathon and Lamai you find the road who leads you all the way to the top. If you want to combine the attraction with some adventure, you can rent a dirt bike and reach the top from some of the smaller jungle roads that runs next to the main road. A valid insurance and a good helmet is a good idea and we definitely recommend it.

Hin Ta & Hin Yai
In the South part of Lamai you will find the unique rocks Hin Ta & Hin Yai. The name which means "grandfather and grandmother rocks" is inspired from the stones similarity to the men and women's intimate parts. The nature around to the stones might give a feeling of "fantasy" and the water is suitable for swimming. During the last thirty years the two stones have come to be found on many of the postcards sent from Lamai.

The mummified monk
In the temple; Wat Khunarem, a few kilometers West of Lamai you will find something as rare as a mummified monk. As a living man his name was Loung Pordaeng and when he died in 1977 the legend says that he was sitting in the same lotus position as he do today. Many Buddhists believes that Pordaeng's high spiritual level kept the remains of his body intact.

Waterfall Namuang I & II
The most popular waterfall is both named Na Muang and is separated by being called number I and II. Number one is to be found a couple of hundred meter from the road and number two can be reach after a 30 minute jungle march. The falls has almost chilly water and together with the natural created pools, the water is suitable for swimming. The road that brings you to Na Muang is to be found along the main road between Nathon and Lamai. 

Waterfall Hin Lad
Hin Lad Waterfall is found just South of Nathon town. A three kilometer jungle path leads you from the Ring Road to the fall. All Samui's waterfall becomes larger and more impressive during the rain season. In dry weather periods, they might not that much of an attraction for some people used to visit large waterfalls.

Ang Thong National Marine Park
West of Samui you will find the group of islands that together create the well kept National Park of Angthong. Quiet beaches and a wild jungle make the park one of Surat Thani's greatest attractions. On the parks main island, Ko Wua Talap, you will find the highest top in the area. The 430 meter high view point can be reach after a one hour tough walk. Kayaking, snorkeling and a visit to the hidden lagoon is some the parks most popular activities. The famous movie; The Beach, takes place on a figurative island in the North part of the park. The park can be reach by boat from Samui and the traveling time is approximately 90 minutes.

Snake Show
On the South-West part of Samui you find the islands largest snake and reptile show. The notorious King cobra, play an active part in the major event of the spectacular show.

Buffalo fights
A traditional fighting show, in which betting with money plays a large part. The buffalo fights are very popular among the native Thai population and the event takes place in a large arena where two buffalo fights in a natural struggle, which often (but not always) goes by without bloodshed. The fight is normally over when an animal surrender by escaping the fight.

Cinema
The islands one and only movie theater is located inside the Tesco Lotus shopping centre. The latest Hollywood productions as well as Thai movies is to be found on the movie chart. The foreign movies are often shown in two different versions, one English and one Thai spoken. Please check with the ticket seller.