THAILAND · WHAT TO DO
The ones worth your time.
The 9 surat thani province tours travellers book most, with what each one includes, who runs it, and what you pay.
Ethical Koh Samui elephant sanctuary half-day: learn to make medicine balls, feed from a 400m skywalk, then watch mud-pit play.
“Great trip, amazing place. We had the feeling that they really care about the elephants, that it is a real refuge for these beautiful elephants”
Full-day tour from Khao Lak or Khao Sok to Emerald Pool, Cheow Lan Lake boat cruise, Diamond Cave, lunch with lake views, plus kayak time.
“This was a fantastic look at the natural beauty of the area. Everything was perfect. Not too crowded. Food was great. Amazing day.”
4x4 island safari to temples, Namuang Waterfall, and an ethical elephant sanctuary where you help feed elephants.
“We loved the whole adventure, a bit of everything for everyone . Especially loved the elephants at the elephant sanctuary . You could ride an elephant at the water fall , but personally for us , that’s not ethical . The guide and drivers were brilliant and so much fun . Definitely recommend this trip…”
Jungle treehouse sleep, elephant bathing, canoe paddling, and longtail boat views on Cheow Lan Lake. A 32-hour Khao Sok overnight.
“Every moment on this 2 day trip is something to remember! It takes all the beautiful activities that you can make in the area and puts them together in a well organised trip with a great hotel to stay at night and save some go and come back travelling time from main tourist areas! Great…”
Koh Samui 2-hour ATV adventure through jungle trails, viewpoints, and secret stops. Small-group guides, pickup included, $89.
“We were a family of 5 adults. Had the most amazing time from beginning to end. The guides were amazing and so much fun.”
An ethical elephant sanctuary visit in Khao Sok with orchard-based food prep, gentle interactions, shade-time watching, and conservation lessons.
“It really was a unique experience. It was nice to see the respectful treatment of the elephants. The team really went to a lot of trouble and gave us an insight "behind the scenes". I learned a lot about the elephants and would do the tour again and again!”
Meet rescued elephants at Thongsuk, then raft the Sok River on bamboo, cook papaya salad, and enjoy views, temple, and lunch in Khao Sok.
“The trip was awesome! Everything was well organized and the guide Didi was very friendly, food was also very tasty:)”
Private Koh Samui boat trip to Koh Madsum and Koh Tan: beach time, crystal-water snorkeling, and hotel pickup for up to 3.
“prise en charge à l'heure guide Arthur très attentif et disponible pour toute la famille baignade dans les eaux cristallines de Koh Masdum et snorkeling près de Koh Tan très sympa avec plein de petits poissons et même 2 raies Mon enfant a adoré Bon format qui permet de passer un bon moment”
Ride a Yamaha 450cc ATV with a partner through Samui jungle trails to a waterfall and viewpoints, with Thai lunch and hotel pickup.
“Absolutely amazing trip! The nature was beautiful, the ATVs drive very well and the guides are really nice. A very fun way to experience Koh Samui. Highly recommend!”
