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4. SHOP AFTER DARK
Once the beach has lost its
glow, naturally it’s time to shop!
At nightfall the temperature
drops slightly and the island
comes alive with markets
selling everything from food
and produce to flash trash and
handmade treasures. The hectic
Chaweng Night Markets are
the most famous on the island
(although they can be more
giant food court than traditional
‘market’) while Lamai’s bazaar-
style Night Plaza is also worth
a look. ’Walking Street’ markets
have also become popular with
locals and visitors alike. Fill up
on cocktails and street food at
the colourful Chaweng Walking
Street or find quality souvenirs
and delicious snacks at Bophut’s
weekly Fisherman’s Village
Walking Street.
5. CATCH SPA FEVER!
Couple’s massage anyone? Yoga
with a view? You’ve come to the
right island. From cheap-as-chips
beach massages and local
pampering to five-star resort
spas and luxe wellness retreats,
you won’t have to travel far to
chill out. Unwind in stunning
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natural surrounds at the
Tamarind Springs Forest
Spa, featuring two herbal steam
caves and three rock plunge
pools, or experience the sensory
delights of the Rainforest area
at Lamai Beach’s excellent
Banyan Tree Spa Samui. If
wellness is high on your holiday
hit list, consider a stay at
luxury health resort Kamalaya.
This very special escape has
been honoured with a slew
of international awards for its
life-changing health and yoga
programs (and the restaurant
is divine!).
6. DO GO CHASING
WATERFALLS
Okay, so the beaches are
beautiful. But Koh Samui is
also home to some pretty cool
waterfalls. Don’t miss the two
Na Muang falls, located in
the jungle halfway between
Kamalaya, Koh Samui
Nathon and Lamai Beaches.
The smaller Na Muang 1 flows
into a refreshing rock pool at
the base, while the spectacular
Na Muang 2 can be found a
bit further up the mountain.
For a scenic soft adventure,
unpack your walking shoes and
take the jungle trail to Hin Lad
Waterfall and neighbouring Wat
Namtok temple. The secluded
falls pour into a freshwater pool
where you can float around and
contemplate the dreamy location.
7. SEE A SAMUI SUNRISE
Koh Samui’s best kept secret
is… its incredible sunrises!
While many visitors are sleeping
off a hard night shopping,
dining and partying, Samui is
putting on a daily show of epic
proportions. Make sure you
catch at least one. It might just
be the most romantic moment
of your Samui getaway.