The island beyond the beaches.
Our Koh Samui 4x4 safari spends a full day in the island's hills and villages: the Big Buddha, a village morning making traditional Khanom Ko, a white temple with a mummified monk, a durian orchard and mountain-top temple, lunch with a view, Namuang Waterfall, rubber tapping and the Grandfather & Grandmother Rocks.
The Koh Samui 4x4 safari, stop by stop.
- Hotel pickupExact time by area further down this page
- Big Buddha TempleWat Phra Yai, the big golden Buddha at Bang Rak
- Chaweng Village ExperienceMake traditional Khanom Ko and learn how the village looks after its forest and land
- Wat Sawang AromA white ubosot with murals telling the stories of Koh Samui, and a mummified monk
- Durian orchard & Wat TeepangkornWalk through a durian orchard and tropical forest, then visit a mountain-top temple
- Lunch with a viewLunch and soft drinks are included
- Namuang Waterfall 1Time to cool off and take photos at the falls
- Rubber tappingA traditional rubber-tapping demonstration
- Grandfather & Grandmother RocksHin Ta and Hin Yai, the rock formations near Lamai
- Return to your hotel
The itinerary may be adjusted for the weather and conditions on the day. Please contact us in advance to confirm availability and operating dates. The Thai Meteorological Department publishes the local forecast.
Included, and what to bring.
Included
- Hotel transfers
- English and Chinese-speaking guide
- Lunch and soft drinks
- Accident insurance
Bring with you
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera
Pickup times by area.
| Area | Pickup |
|---|---|
| Bang Por · Pralan | 9:30 |
| Nathon · Lamai · Hua Thanon | 9:30 |
| Plangka – Lipa Noi | 9:30 |
| Chaweng | 9:45 |
| Maenam | 10:10 |
| Bophut | 10:15 |
| Bang Rak · Choeng Mon | 10:20 |
Safari questions.
What time does the safari start and finish?
Hotel pickup starts at 9:30, and the exact time depends on your area (see the pickup table above). The day ends with the drive back to your hotel at about 16:30.
How much is Explore the Real Samui?
Adults (12+) ฿1,950, children (5–11) ฿1,650, and children under 5 years join free.
What is included?
Hotel transfers, an English and Chinese-speaking guide, lunch and soft drinks, and accident insurance.
Which places do we visit?
The Big Buddha Temple, a Chaweng village experience making traditional Khanom Ko, Wat Sawang Arom, a durian orchard and Wat Teepangkorn on the mountain, lunch with a view, Namuang Waterfall 1, a rubber-tapping demonstration and the Grandfather & Grandmother Rocks.
What should I bring?
Sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes and a camera.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes. The itinerary may be adjusted for the weather and conditions on the day. Please contact us in advance to confirm availability and operating dates.
Along the way.
Guides for your trip.
