Often described as one of Thailand’s most spectacular holiday destinations, the panoramic environs of Koh Samui are also fast gaining popularity among the world’s adventure seeking multitudes. Ensconced in lush tropical forests and white, sandy beaches with many attractions to boot this one of a kind island is an adrenalin junkie’s dream come to life. Offering a wide range of adventure sporting activities Koh Samui inspires the thrill seeker in each of us to venture beyond our limits and experience a holiday experience of another kind.
Trekking enthusiasts will have plenty to keep their hearts a flutter in Koh Samui as elephant trekking is the island’s hot pick adventure excursion. Visitors can now explore the tropical jungles of the island on the elephant ride of a lifetime. The two hour tour on the gentle giant in an environment littered with exotic flora and fauna and untamed natural elements is not for the faint of heart. The Sky Fox cable ride is also suited for those who wish to experience absolute freedom and experience flight above forest foliage without wings. One can also change one’s perspective by sliding along the platforms upside down on the seven stations on the route that vary in difficulty. Canopy tours are equally exciting as travellers hop between tree houses on a 300m route above the forest floor. Participants can also get a bird’s eye view of a waterfall at the end of the tour which incidentally takes place in a bar near the magnificent cascade of water.
Kayaking excursions in Angthong Marine Park are another highlight as these fantastic tours provide visitors the opportunity to explore exquisite rock formations, ancient caves and secluded beaches at their own pace. While paddling along the trail kayakers will also come across somersaulting dolphins, mischievous monkeys and other wildlife that call this resplendent marine park home.
Koh Samui’s mountainous terrains are best explored on mountain bikes with challenging geographical obstacles to make for a thrilling ride across ancient temples and other points of interest. Kite boarding is also a Samui favorite as the windy conditions of the venue are ideal for this sport that combines stunt kite flying practices with windsurfing techniques. Avid deep sea divers can also head down to Koh Tao, Sail Rock and the National Marine Park for scores of diving sites that are ranked among some of the best diving venues in the Gulf of Thailand.
Travellers in search of a luxury Koh Samui resort will find no finer alternative to the Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa Koh Samui. Ideally located on the beachfront this Chaweng hotel is also within close range of the region’s best restaurants and shopping venues.