Wat Samret Temple is not on the Samui tourist safari trail and it has to be said, the Samui safari trail can get a little busy.
For some of us it is nice to be able to take a little detour from the beaten path without a troop of eager tourists on your tale with cameras at the ready.
Besides having fewer tourists, Wat Samret has a unique temple behind the main temple. Here you will find 80+ Buddha statues all in one small room. The odd one out is the large Reclining Buddha, all the rest are in the same posture of Calling the Earth to Witness. In Thai Buddhism this posture is known as Subduing Mara, the same posture as the Big Buddha and most statues you see on Samui.
The Wat is definitely worth a visit just to see this feature. Also the highly decorative, unique monk gravestones linked together with white string bonding there spirits together with the temple and Buddha.
Coming from Lamai, take the second left off the ring road after Hua Thanon village. If you see the Mummified Monk on your left, you've gone too far.
Discover the iconic Phangan Island aboard a traditional sailboat on a scenic cruise from Koh Samui. Eat a delicious lunch, relax on the beach, and end the day by admiring a stunning sunset.
Explore Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan on a full-day excursion. Enjoy sightseeing and snorkel at Ao Muang. Swim and snorkel at Koh Nang Yuan and hike to the top of the mountain for the panoramic view.
Avoid the crowds on this relaxing sailing cruise aboard a luxurious yacht to the limestone islands of Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine Park. Enjoy snorkeling at the best spot in the park, climb to the Emerald Lake and admire a beautiful sunset.
Go on an island hopping adventure and discover beautiful coral reefs in a small group or solo. Swim with colorful marine life and meet the friendly pigs of Pig Island Koh Madsum.
Experience an ethical program that offers the opportunity to participate and spend quality time caring for elephants as you observe their natural behavior.
Take the worries out of your travels in Koh Samui with a high-speed ferry transfer to Koh Phangan. Add an additional airport and hotel shuttle service if needed.
Watch rescued elephants play in the mud and bathe in the ponds on a half-day tour of the Samui Elephant Sanctuary. Enjoy the included hotel transfers from Ko Samui and a tasty buffet lunch.
Enjoy a private transfer to Chaweng beach from your Koh Samui hotel or vice versa. Travel with a professional driver in a comfortable car or van.
Hop aboard a unique floating bar that'll serve as your vessel for a cruise from Koh Samui to Koh Mudsum. Bask in the sun and party to hip music while enjoying a delicious buffet meal and drinks.
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