Top attractions in Surat Thani

Surat Thani Province's Absolute Essentials

Surat Thani Province encompasses a diverse range of landscapes, from the limestone karsts and emerald waters of Cheow Lan Lake to the bustling beaches of Koh Samui. Spiritual landmarks include the 12-meter-tall golden Big Buddha at Wat Phra Yai and the 18-armed Guanyin statue at Wat Plai Laem. Natural attractions feature the granite formations of Hin Ta and Hin Yai, while Koh Tao offers snorkeling at Mango Bay and panoramic vistas from the John-Suwan Mountain Viewpoint. This selection highlights the region's historical temples, mountain gardens, and coastal geography.

Surat Thani Province's Absolute Essentials — Map

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Big Buddha

Wat Phra Yai, known in English as the Big Buddha Temple, is a Buddhist temple on Ko Phan, a small island offshore from the northeastern…

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Hin Ta & Hin Yai (Grandma and Grandpa Rocks)

These rocks of explicit shape are of great interest to the tourists. Why not, the hike is pleasant and the reward is great.

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Secret Buddha Garden

Secret Buddha Garden, also known as Magic Garden and Heaven's Garden and Tarnim Magic Garden is a private sculpture park atop Pom Mountain,…

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Samui International Airport

Samui International Airport, also known as Ko Samui Airport or Koh Samui Airport, is a privately owned international airport on the island…

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Surat Thani (URT)

Surat Thani International Airport is in Hua Toei subdistrict, Phunphin district, Surat Thani province in southern Thailand.

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Chiao Lan Reservoir

Cheow Lan Lake or Rajjaprabha Dam Reservoir, is in Khao Sok National Park in Surat Thani Province, Thailand.

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Ao Thong Nai Pan Yai

Large, crescent-shaped bay on the northeast coast of Koh Phangan featuring white sand and calm waters suitable for swimming.

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Khunaram Temple

Wat Khunaram is a Buddhist temple on the island of Ko Samui in Surat Thani Province, Thailand.

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Wat Plai Laem

This colourful temple holds huge fish tank full of lively koi koi. Dominated by several quite remarkable, huge statues.

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Chaweng Yai Beach

Busy beach lined with bars and restaurants providing a raving nightlife. Lots to do for everyone.

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Lamai Beach

This vast beach complex belongs to the most popular spots in the area. Lots of restaurants and shops to choose from.

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Ao Muang (Mango Bay)

Snorkelling is the popular pastime here, and it's no wonder: the richness of marine life is spectacular.

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Sky Bar

Clifftop bar located near Tao Thong Villa on the southern tip of Koh Tao, offering views of the sunset over the Gulf of Thailand.

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Lamai Viewpoint

Elevated platform overlooking Lamai Beach, featuring a natural heart-shaped rock known as Valentine Stone and a small nearby waterfall.

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John-Suwan Mountain Viewpoint (view on ao Chalok and ao thian beach)

Southern Koh Tao vantage point providing a dual-sided view of Chalok Baan Kao Bay and Shark Bay, accessible via a steep hike.

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