Best At Thailand Holidays

Unlike Koh Samui (a neighbour island to Koh Samet), the island hasn’t had major construction to make it suitable for holidays. Instead, you can arrive at your chosen bed for the night knowing that everything around you, on your Koh Samet holiday, is natural. There are some intriguing stories of Koh Samet’s past; many of these involve pirates. People have said that Koh Samet was once occupied by pirates, and that there is treasure buried somewhere on the island. This brings in many holidaymakers each year who are keen to see if these tales are true. While the Thai people have known about Koh Samet’s existence for many years, it wasn’t until 1981 that the restriction of over night stays was lifted by the Thai government, who had wanted the island to remain in its natural state as long as possible. It was after this restriction was lifted, that the Forestry Department of Thailand declared Koh Samet a national park. Since then, it has become very popular for those wishing to experience natural beauty at its best, with only a short trip from mainland Thailand necessary to experience Koh Samet’s breathtaking beauty.

The island of Koh Samet has one main road. Some of this is concrete, and some is only a dirt track. Reading this, you may think that the island isn’t really made for holidays, but you would be wrong. This is all simply because the Forestry Department, and the Thai people, want to keep the island as it always has been. On the other hand, this makes it sound quite exciting, as it gives you a chance to experience the real Thailand. Even if you aren’t keen to stay here for your entire holiday it’s certainly a place to visit for a one or even a two-day adventure. Koh Samet means ‘Island of the Cajeput Tree’, a name which instantly makes you think of nature. This name almost spells out relaxation, which is exactly what you’re going to get when you visit this tiny island. The best way to enjoy Koh Samet tours is to hire a motorcycle. This is the cheapest mode of transport on the island. Alternatively there is the songthaew (which could be described as a well-worn truck without a roof. The main attraction of Koh Samet is it’s beaches, it boasts some of the best in Thailand. Many have compared the sand to flour, as it is so fine and white. Each night you will be able to experience the dramatic sunset from a different location, if you desire. Choose from any of the outstanding cliff-top locations, or from the beaches below. Alternatively, you may watch it from a table at one of the restaurants and bars that are scattered along the coastal areas of the island. You can rest easy knowing that you are able to get both Thai cuisine, and more familiar western dishes at most of these restaurants. Relaxation is the aim of the game at Koh Samet. Be it in a bar on the beach or simply your own hotel room, it certainly fulfils its promise. Despite being so close to the eastern coast of Thailand, Koh Samet has its own microclimate. This island tends to be much drier than the mainland, although it still gets its fair share of showers and storms. The rainy season is between May to September, so visiting October to April will ensure that there is less of a chance to be caught out in one of its few torrential downpours; ideal for your much needed escape from the cold and wet British winter.