If
lounging on a beautiful tropical beach is not your ideal of a totally perfect
vacation, not to worry, on Koh Samui there are enough activities
to satisfy even the most
die-hard! Click on a link for information, pictures and sponsors.
Samui
Aquarium
See
the beauty of Thailand's undersea world... without getting wet.
Turtles, fish, crabs and innumerable other species of aquatic
life can be viewed in their natural habitat, from 9:00AM to
5:00PM at Samui Aquarium, S'mui Orchid Resort, Laem Set.
National Marine Park, looking out for landmarks described by
the recently famous Alex Garland.
Aboard
a Thai fishing boat, you will try your luck at catching "The
Big One". Follow your expert guide to learn the Thai way
of fishing at good spots with just a line, hook, and bait. Fun
for all!
Some
great sport fishing can be found off the waters of Koh Samui.
There are many
companies that can organize a trip or tour for you. Most of
the tours and charters leave
from the southwest corner ofthe island at Tong Krut.
Price
is 1500 baht per person. Minimum 4 people. Includes all food
and soft drinks. For more
information contact fishing@kohsamui.com
Elephant
Trekking
If
you would prefer elephants to Jeeps, the island's interiors
can be easily accessed using the backs of these wonderful, human-like
animals. Their feet are specially made for jungle surfaces,
on which they are ever so sure-footed, so sit back and enjoy
the silent ride. Standard treks last for 30 minutes.
One
of the most unique experiences in Koh Samui! You can take any
kind of boat to Koh Phangan, party the night away on the beach
under the full moon, then take a boat back to your room in Koh
Samui. A night you will never forget! Click on a link below
for further information.
Check
out the Koh Phangan Full Moon Party homepage in a new window with reviews, dates,
pictures, DJ playlists,
guestbook entries and interviews.
Koh
Samui is blessed with an extremely diverse landscape. From quiet
beaches with a rolling surf, to palm tree and plantation filled
peaks at over 600 meters. Quite a viewpoint given the small
size of the island. Many of the roads off the main roads are
very rough, dirt tracks and require a 4x4 vehicle. Vehicles
are available for rent.
To
ensure you see it all, in safety and comfort, we recommend the
following reputable,
professional companies. Please give them a click for further information
or specific tours /
packages they may have.
Motorbike
Tours - for off road tours of Koh Samui, or road tours
of southern Thailand, contact Easy Rider.
Kayaking
in the emerald waters off Koh Samui can provide some of the best
memories of your vacation to Koh Samui. Click on the link below
for further info about kayaking
Thai
Boxing
If
you are sick of WWF wrestling crap, check out some real Thai
boxing (Muay Thai). The music and pre-fight rituals are worth
the price of admission alone! The boxers are fierce and proud,
the action quick and crisp. The stadium is in central Chaweng
and the fights are every Monday and Friday. The fights are well
advertised if you are interested in going. Well worth the trip
if you have never seen it.
Learn
to cook Thai food
If
you are game enough to visit Thailand, then there is a very
good chance you love to eat Thai food. If you like to cook,
and want to learn something that will be with you for the rest
of your life, why not take a day and learn how to cook some
delicious Thai food? Click on the link below for further information.
Tradewinds Cottages on the beach
17/4 Moo 3, Chaweng
Beach. T. Bophut
Koh Samui, Thailand 84320
We
offer a variety of sailing courses and lessons on a variety
of boats from Nacra catamarans and Drascombe luggersRentals are available on an
hourly or daily basis.Sailing safaris are available and can
be tailored to individual tastes.
A
typical safari has guests sailing their own catamarans in company
with a safety vessel which carries the baggage and supplies
and stopping overnight at a variety of resorts on nearby islands.
Prices
Nacra
450 catamarans B800 per hour B3000 per day
Drascombe
lugger B400 per hour B1500 per day
Macgregor
26 B6000 per day
Sailing
safari all inclusive food and accommodation B6000 per day
Day
Trips and overnight tours
Macgregor
26 day trip US$175 includes lunch and drinks
Macgregor
26 overnight US$475 includes two days, with skipper all food,
drinks and accommodation at a resort on Koh Phangan
NACRA
6
Length:
20'
(6.10m)
Width:
8'6"
(2.59m)
Drafts:
Boards
Up:
5"
(12.7cm)
Boards
Down:
38"
(96.5 cm)
Sail
Area:
264
sq. ft. (24.5m2)
Weight:
420
lbs. (191 kg)
Mast
Length:
31'7"
(9.63m)
For
the ultimate in performance, nothing compares with the NACRA
6.0na.
This
twenty foot pure performance machine boasts:
The
number one racing catamaran in the 20 foot range
High-tech
bow foil system
Utilizes
features of the successful Nacra 5.8na
Over
250 square feet of sail area
An
8'6" beam
If
you want the biggest, fastest, the ultimate, the NACRA 6.0na
is just what you've been looking for.
All
the speed of the 6.0na is made manageable through innovative
control systems and quality Harken
fittings throughout.
The
fully battened mylar mainsail features a boomless sailplan with
a unique clew traveler system providing
a powerful yet controllable boat.
No
other type of catamaran offers anything like it.
NACRA
450
Length:
14'
10"(4.56m)
Width:
8'
(2.44m)
Sail
Area:
165
sq. ft. (15.34m2)
Weight:
280
lbs. (128g)
The
Nacra 450 by Performance Catamarans offers the entry level sailor
a fast and easy to sail catamaran.
The
Nacra 450's buoyancy surpassed that of other catamarans in it's
size range. Kick-up rudders make
for simple beaching and shallow water sailing. A wide beam and
jib blocks mounted on the front crossbar
make for an uncluttered and therefore more comfortable trampoline.
A
boomless sailplan allows for easy control. The jib makes for
a quick tacking and maneuvering.
The
Nacra 450 is offered in a variety of bright and brilliant colors.
New hull and sail graphics complete the package.
