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Day ride with stylish quad bikes in Samui

 

Koh Samui in Thailand has long since been attracting holidaymakers. It has evolved with the times and remains a top pick among vacation destinations. Make a trip and you can expect to find in Koh Samui: 5 star resorts, long stretches of pristine beach, swanky restaurants, top of the line spas and ever popular beach bars. Despite adapting to meet the demands of the modern traveller, it has maintained much of its authenticity. Thailand’s largest island was once home to a quiet fishing community and was only visited by the odd backpacker. Today, it caters to budget travellers with simple beachside bungalows as well as luxury travellers who opt for accommodation at options such as Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort.

The island has recently discovered quad bikes. It is a fun and adventurous way to experience the sights and sounds. You will have the opportunity to power through the wilds of tropical jungles while birds call to you from the trees above and monkeys swing from branch to branch. You will also see magnificent waterfalls and magical places that are unspoiled and hidden away waiting to be discovered.
Quad bike tours are conducted for groups that enjoy the sport. You will be provided with a top of the range bike, which is sturdy and safer than a scooter or most other options available to tourists. Koh Samui has great weather ideal for outdoor activity and the varying terrain from flat beaches to hilly jungles offers up an invigorating challenge. The tours are led by experienced guides who are friendly and ready to assist new riders. There will be many amazing photo opportunities so remember to pack a camera and get set for the ride of your life!

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Indulge in Wild Excursions on a Koh Samui Canopy Adventure

Ranked among Koh Samui’s most eco friendly attractions and activities canopy adventures are fast becoming a popular item in tourist itineraries in the vacation capital. Perched atop a ocean of tree tops one can enjoy spectacular views of lush rainforests in the area as well as stunning vistas complete with sightings of the pristine Rayong coastline and nearby Koh Samet island’s powdery beaches. Tipped to be one of easiest and most accessible adventure sports in the island canopy adventure participants require no prior experience or skills to take part in this gravity defying excursion.

Contained within the picturesque mountainscapes of Koh Samui canopy adventure operators can be found along forests close to Mae Nam where the landscapes are pristine and untouched by human development efforts. Picking up the participants from their respective hotels canopy adventure tour operators take visitors to the foot of the mountainous region where they must trek up a trail to reach the site. The walk acquaints participants with the terrain with chirping birds and other sounds of nature providing the score. The canopy adventure gear is available on-site and these include state-of-the-art mountaineering equipment by Telzl, safety belts, carabineer climbing clasps, harnesses and double wheeled tandem pulls specially made for canopy cable rides.

Offering visitors a truly unique method of sightseeing a typical tour could last up to 3 hours and also includes an expert guide that informs visitors on various technical aspects of the adventure as well as knowhow on the forests of Koh Samui. Divided in to four quarters the first section of the canopy ride is a small slope where riders can glide from one platform to another with relative ease. The second section of the tour is slightly steeper while the third prepares riders for the steep and thrilling rides in the last section where participants lose inhibitions and travel from tree top to tree top with ease. Located on lower placed platforms riders must descend on a series of ladders to reach the fourth quarter of the tour where they can increase speed and let lose on a sweeping series of platforms. Beginning in the morning hours canopy adventures are available at various times of the day while group tours are also offered by many of the tour operators in the island.

Travellers in search of a luxury Samui resort in Thailand’s holiday capital should look no further than the Anantara Bophut Koh Samui. Offering guests the best in contemporary accommodation this Samui hotel pulls out all the stops when it comes to unforgettable vacations in paradise.

Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.

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Taking Aim at The Koh Samui Shooting Range

While most people looking for a thrilling experience in Koh Samui may engage in water sports, there is yet another equally enthralling activity one can try when here; shooting! Before heading off to have some fun at the Koh Samui Shooting Range ensure you find a Samui resort or hotel that provides a luxurious base from which to set off on your travels. Anantara Bophut Koh Samui is such a Samui hotel which is not only located by the sea, but features the very best in contemporary comforts as well.

Those in search of a unique holiday activity can plan a trip to the Koh Samui Shooting Range near Chaweng Beach where one can enjoy some time at the island’s main venue for shooting. Beginners will be given the necessary training on how to handle weapons and guided assistance on shooting. Once you have got the basics down, you can go ahead, take aim and fire away at the paper cut-outs. Weapons range from rifles to revolvers and real bullets are used which adds to the excitement. This is a fully licensed shooting range and safety procedures are also followed, helping to ensure a safe yet gripping day at the range.

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+

Samui Waterball –Slip & Sliding Sensations!

If you thought tumbling down a hill could not possibly be turned into one of the most action packed and fun things you can experience, then Samui Waterball is bound to change your mind. Before trying out this thrilling activity make sure you find accommodation in a well placed Koh Samui resort by the beach where you can unwind. Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa Koh Samui is one such hotel in Samui and offers a range of spa treatments that will help you find true relaxation after a rough and tumble day at Samui Waterball.

The concept of this novel attraction is quite simple. Participants are placed in a specially made “ball” that is partly filled with water, which is then sent down hill. As you “roll” inside this safe sphere you can also enjoy ever increasing speeds as the ball gathers momentum, traversing the downhill course which spans around 200 yards. Set amidst jungle landscapes, Samui Waterball can be found at the Bophut Hills Golf Course and can be enjoyed by those aged seven and above. A one of a kind attraction that provides plenty of thrills, Samui Waterball would have made Jill’s tumble down the hill after Jack definitely more fun!

 

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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Rollerbal ride

Thailand is a colourful country with so much to offer, from Culture to nature and an amazing shopping experience, famed around the world. However if you are looking for a little more than the usual sightseeing and the shopping, head over to Koh Samui where there’s an Adrenaline pumping excursion waiting for you.

Most of us have tried out bungee jumping, rock climbing, Sky Diving or Scuba diving in the least. If you have what it takes the coolest new experience is the Samui Waterball. Basically you get in to a huge water balls that is pushed down a custom built hill and let gravity take control of you as you bounce downhill in great speed, 200 yards down to the safety area.

There are two different experiences to choose from. It’s up to you to decide whether to slide down the hill sliding around a water ball, kind of like a water park slide. Or if that’s not enough excitement for you, then try the other option where you are tossed head over heels inside a ball. Both way a towel and high spirits comes in handy. Riders from ages 7 upwards say it’s an enthralling experience. Located on the Bophut Island golf Course, within the lush jungles of Koh Samui it is one of the most beautiful areas in the island.
If you are looking out for a place to reside close to all this excitement, there are plenty of Accommodation options to choose from in the surrounding area and the island itself. A sought after Samui Resort that manages to enchant anyone to the area is the Anantara Bophut Koh Samui. This Samui Hotel is designed to capture the island feel and to let you relax in its elegantly decorated spaces, while you experience the amazing services and luxury amenities. Conveniently located in the heart of Koh Samui , this hotel puts you within easy reach of many of the attractions in the area.

If you are looking to put your feet up, after a day of exotic sightseeing and adventure, you are definitely going to love the soothing experience offered by Anatara in its luxurious ambience.

Samui Island Safari; add a personal touch of Thailand to your holiday

Located within a naturally blessed land Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa Koh Samui is an exceptional Koh Samui resort. Apart from all the extra entertainment activities offered by the hotel guests from all Chaweng Hotel tend to go on a safari to enjoy the natural beauty of the island.

Being the third largest archipelago, Samui Island has a wide range of attractions. The primary attraction is considered to be the beaches which are the best among the beaches of the entire Thailand. Apart from that visitors can take safaris where they will come across large numbers of elephants and monkeys. Tourists have the opportunity to take elephant rides, where the rider would be transported back to the royal era where he kings traveled on these huge majestic creatures. If interested to view the rural life in the island an Ox-cart ride can be arranged to get the feel of it.

Diving with Whale Sharks in Samui

The Samui Archipelago is located off the southern side of Thailand in the Gulf of Thailand. It provides some of the best diving options as it is sheltered from the open ocean. Due to this the waters here are also calmer and warmer, providing excellent conditions for exploring what lies beneath. With the range of spots on offer it is the perfect destination for novices as well as advanced and more experience divers.

The other excellent condition the Samui Archipelago offers in terms of underwater explorations is its clear and consistent visibility. Due to this it is a popular destination amongst those keen on underwater photography and video filming the colourful and vibrant sea landscape.

The beauty of the Samui Islands extends from deep under the ocean up to the glorious skies. Above the surface, kissing the great tropical sun filled air is a paradise awaiting exploration: beaches, coves, mountains covered with greenery, all what you’d want to experience during a vacation. Under the surface there are more treasures to be explored. The waters are packed with ocean life: reef sharks, barracudas and other colourful tropical life swims about in abundance. The vibrant coral reefs and fascinating rock formation adds a wonderful backdrop. But most importantly you will have a chance of meeting one of the largest fish in the ocean: the whale shark.

The Samui Archipelago is an ideal spot for viewing these imposing creatures of the deep. On average, a whale shark grows to around 12 metres, though larger specimens have been spotted. While they are passive by nature, watching them glide beneath the ocean is sure to have your heart racing and provide a truly thrilling holiday experience that will last a life time. From March to October is generally considered the best period to view whale sharks.

Koh Samui features a range of PADI certified establishments providing dive equipment as well as guidance. If you are looking for accommodation, most offer their own dive facilities. Koh Samui resort, guest houses and budget accommodation can be booked through the Internet. If you are looking for a Chaweng hotel with luxurious comforts and a wonderful setting, Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa Koh Samui is an excellent option.

 

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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Exploring the Best Beaches in Samui

Staying at a Koh Samui resort by the beach, such as Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa Koh Samui, is an ideal way to experience the island’s scenic coastal beauty. This Chaweng hotel is ideally placed on the Chaweng Beach itself and lets you spend lazy days soaking up the sun and having fun in the sand and surf. Chaweng Beach is popular for surfing and its nightlife, while there are a number of other beaches on the island worth visiting; Bophut Beach with its palm fringed shores, the laidback Lamai Beach, Choeng Mon Beach with its picturesque bays and Big Buddha Beach from where you can take a boat to Koh Pha Ngan island and experience the thrill of a Full Moon Party!