About Koh Samui, Thailand

Off the east coast of Kra Isthmus, in the Gulf of Thailand lies the island of Koh Samui. The island is world-famous for its posh spas, luxury resorts, mountainous rainforest, coconut groves, and palm-fringed beaches. More than 62,500 individuals inhabit the 88-square mile island. Before the 1980s, Koh Samui’s economy relied mostly on the coconuts industry, along with fishing and agriculture. Since then, however, the economy has adopted tourism as a main source of support, and it is now considered one of the top resort islands in Thailand.

Popular Destinations in Koh Samui

Looking for activities once your private jet arrives in Koh Samui? Koh Samui is home to a large number of tourist attractions. Some of the most popular ones include:

Bo Phut Beach: Sunrises in Koh Samui are reportedly unrivaled and there are few better places to catch a sunrise or sunset than from Bo Phut Beach. Visitors seldom spend less than a whole day here, as its beauty is hard to tear oneself away from. This means that they are often gifted with the most gorgeous of sunsets.

Dining on the Rocks: Draped over the Gulf are nine cantilevered verandas made from weathered bamboo and teak. These Verandas supply patrons with the ultimate Samui dining experience. A little wine and a sunset, and guests will likely think they are dining under a starlit sea, adrift on a barge. Each dish is an experiment with temperature, texture, and taste. The ingenious cooks intricately assemble each portion of the six-course menus.

Samui Shamrock: The setting at Samui Shamrock is much more casual; inspired by the sing-alongs that often occur here, Samui Shamrock draws crowds singing dated cover tunes from house bands. This is a great place for after dinner drinks and fun. On most nights, at one point or another, the crowd will ultimately join in for a chorus of Hotel California. This usually occurs sometime near midnight, when the party is in full swing.

Lamai Day Market: Tourists wanting to think outside the box may do well to consider visiting Lamai Day Market. Takeaway food is offered here, as are a host of other activities. Vendors making coconut milk wait on patrons with fresh fruit, while others offer homemade coconut ice cream and delectable goodies.

Wat Phra Yai: On a tiny rocky island at the northern end of Samui, Wat Phra Yai is accessible via causeway. This 15m high Buddha was erected in 1972 and sits in the Mara posture. Against the sea and tropical sky, the Buddha provides an alluring silhouette. Specific attire is required for those visiting Wat Phra Yai and visitors should observe the instruction notices. While the Buddhals are the main attraction, the site is called Wa Phra Yai for its nearby temple, armed by 18 individual Buddha statues.

Nam Tok Na Muang: Located at the middle of the island lies the tallest waterfall in Koh Samui. At 30 m high, Nam Tok Na Muang is very impressive. At the base of the waterfall is a perfect pool for swimming. As beautiful as it is functional, Nam Tok Na Muang features water that cascades over the colorful rocks during the rainy season. While not much can be expected of the site during dry weather, it is still the most scenic waterfall on the island.

Luxury Lodging in Koh Samui

Seeking luxury accommodations once your private jet has arrived in Koh Samui? There are many luxury lodging options available in Koh Samui for travelers to choose from. Here are some examples:

• Chaweng Garden Beach Resort Koh Samui
• Nora Buri Resort & Spa
• OZO Chaweng Samui
• Peace Resort
• Sala Samui Resort And Spa

Airports In or Nearby Koh Samui For Private Jets

Looking for a private jet charter to Koh Samui, Thailand? There are a number of airports you can use for your private jet travel to arrive in or depart from Koh Samui. These include:

• Phu Quoc Airport (PQC): This is a public airport located 46 miles from Koh Samui. It is currently not served by any airlines, which makes it ideal for people who have private aircraft. The airport has a fixed base operator providing aircraft maintenance, fuel services and hangar or tie down services. The airport has two asphalt runways measuring 6,500 and 4,000 feet in length, and is stands at an altitude of 547 feet above sea level.
• Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH): This airport is located 39 miles from the city of Koh Samui. It is a public airport owned by Global Infrastructure Partners. It has two asphalt runways measuring 2,500 and 1,800 feet in length. Annual passenger turnover numbers are just slightly over 10 million, with 100,000 aircraft movements. The airport is stands at an altitude of 136 feet above sea level.
• U-Tapao International Airport (UTP): This is a local private airport located 15 miles away from Koh Samui. It’s primarily used as a training facility, though private aircraft users can also use it. Services such as maintenance, fueling and hangar rentals are provided. Helicopter and light aircraft charter services are available at the airport.
• Rach Gia Airport (VKG): This is a single runway airport located 131 miles from Koh Samui. The airport is located at an elevation of 15 feet above sea level and has a single 6,000 foot asphalt runway. The airport has a passenger turnover of just 2.5 million passengers and has around 37,000 aircraft movements a year.
• Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): This is the main international airport serving the city of Bangkok. The airport is currently the 10th busiest in the world, and the busiest in the entire country. It was first opened for commercial flight use in 2006, and later opened for domestic flight use as well. It is the main hub for the Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways and the Orient Thai Airlines as well.