Ko Samui Cruise Port Guide
Photos: Manfred Werner (CC BY-SA 3.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; H. M. Mustahid, Thomas Malik FotostudioCorinna, PAT M, มาเที่ยว · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Thailand
- Region:
- Asia & Far East
- Coordinates:
- 9.5000° N, 100.0000° E
About Ko Samui
Ko Samui stands as Thailand's second largest island, positioned among key Asia & Far East ports including Bangkok, Bali and Colombo. This island destination draws visitors with its mix of natural attractions and accessible excursions from the port area.
The island offers several notable attractions within short distances. Samui View Point, just 1.5 km from port, provides elevated vistas with a 4.5 rating from 459 reviews. Tarnim Magic Garden, 2 km away, attracts visitors with a 4.4 rating across 6,609 reviews. For those seeking waterfalls, Na Muang Waterfall and Na Muang 2 Waterfall lie 4.1 km and 3.3 km respectively, whilst Khun Si Waterfall is 2.9 km from the port.
More to Explore
Paradise Park Farm, located 2.4 km away, offers family-friendly experiences with a 4.3 rating. Hin Ta Hin Yai, one of the island's most visited attractions, sits 6.9 km from port and holds a 4.2 rating based on 11,382 reviews. Wildlife enthusiasts can visit the local safari park 4 km from the port area.
Ko Samui or Koh Samui, often locally shortened to Samui, is an island off the east coast of Thailand. Geographically in the Chumphon Archipelago, it is part of Surat Thani Province, though as of 2012, Ko Samui was granted municipal status and thus is now locally self-governing. Ko Samui, with an area of 228.7 square kilometres (88.3 sq mi), is Thailand's second largest island after Phuket. In 2018, it was visited by 2.7 million tourists.
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Things to do in Ko Samui on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: AA P · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Hin Ta Hin Yai
4.2 (11,382) 6.9 km from port
Storied natural rock formations known for bearing a resemblance to male & female genitalia.
Near: Hin Ta Hin Yay Restaurant (45 m) · Lamai Thai Cooking School (62 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Tuesday: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Wednesday: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Saturday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Sunday: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
- 5 · “Wonderful quiet little place to just sit, chill and stare at the sea. You can directly sit on the rocks.…” — Kaushal Mohan
- 5 · “Well worth visiting but be careful of the uneven rock surface leading to the viewing area. Not suitable for wheelchairs…” — Barry Tilley
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Photo: Jual D'Mello · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Tarnim Magic Garden
4.4 (6,609) 2.0 km from port
Lush hilltop garden flanked by waterfalls & displays of statues of the Buddha, animals & more.
Near: Magická zahrada VlădBăÿ (49 m) · Corner Terrace (422 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
- Cash only
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- 5 · “Tarnim Magic Garden is truly a hidden gem! This magical garden is absolutely breathtaking, with beautiful sculptures, lush greenery, and…” — Relieta Hornada
- 5 · “I liked the place! The terrotiry is not very big but you will find there lovely organized and very picturesque…” — Tatiana Sergienia
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Photo: lubprz · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Na Muang Waterfall
3.8 (4,589) 4.1 km from port
Near: Som-Tum Restaurant (22 m) · Namuang Jungle Trip (42 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
- Cash only
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Nice waterfalls, rather busy with tourists, the water is murky but the fall's were flowing. Its free to go to…” — Paul McDaniel
- 5 · “Fantastic and magnificent place. I would recommend you to visit this place. I felt hier like a Tarsan from the…” — Иван Вакуленко
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Photo: Suraj Tiwari · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Na Muang 2 Waterfall
4.1 (3,326) 3.3 km from port
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- 5 · “If you're looking for the pool at the top, it is very seasonal. Visited September 2025 and July 2026 and…” — Michael Banas
- 5 · “no parking fee no entrance fee, you have to do a hike of 30 minutes. It is tough worth really…” — Siddharth
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Tourist attraction
Paradise Park Farm
4.3 (2,187) 2.4 km from port
Mountaintop park featuring a pool with panoramic views, a cafe & animals, including colored pigeons.
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Paradise Park Farm was a lovely place to slow down and enjoy the day. I liked being able to get…” — Pete Lauer
- 5 · “Amazing tranquil place. The beautiful gardens and hiking steps run through out the farm. The animals are well cared for…” — Daryl Governale
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Wildlife and Safari Park
หน้าเมือง ซาฟารี ปาร์ค
3.2 (1,972) 4.0 km from port
Animal adventure park with elephant shows, jeep rides to mountain vistas & a waterfall hike.
Near: Samui Elephant Kingdom Sanctuary (6 m)
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Lovely park, for those who wish to see some exotic animals. Elephants and the like. For those who don't want…” — Jim P
- 3 · “A strange collection of trained and caged animals showing their usefulness as coconut gatherers and photo opportunities for mostly Chinese…” — Bradley Brenneman
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Tourist attraction
Khun Si Waterfall
4.1 (526) 2.9 km from port
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Tuesday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- 5 · “So pretty, completely free to see the waterfalls, the walk down is super easy, there’s deep swimming holes to cool…” — THULANI
- 4 · “Really cool but the waterfall was dry when I went” — saskia sclater
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Tourist attraction
Samui View Point
4.5 (459) 1.5 km from port
Near: Jungle Route 360 (145 m) · Mountain Jungle Tour (146 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
- 5 · “Standing at the Koh Samui viewpoint felt unreal, an entire island unfolding beneath my feet. From the winding main roads…” — Mahdi Bakhtiar
- 5 · “The adventures of Stalios - His summit climb. ⛰️ Stalios a trusted 4x4 rental, can he handle it? 🤔 🛻…” — Chris Ainsworth
Map of Ko Samui and nearby attractions
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