Thai Boxing Thai boxing is the national sport in Thailand and is recognized as being one of the toughest forms of martial arts in the world. You can watch professional Muay Thai at the Chaweng Stadium on Tuesdays and Fridays and also at the Lamai stadium on Wednesday and Saturdays.

Thai Cooking Classes Light healthy Thai food is getting more and more popular all over the world. You can learn how to cook classic Thai dishes yourself here on Samui. Classes are available at some hotels and there is a professional Thai cooking school, "Samui Institute of Thai Culinary Arts" in Chaweng.

Samui Bungy Jump Face your fears with Samui Bungy Jump. Located near the Reggae Pub just off the Chaweng beach road. Experience the thrill of being elevated 50 metres above the ground into the air on a platform, and then launching yourself off towards the swimming pool beneath. Run by professional & committed British Jumpmasters trained to New Zealand safety standards.

Horse Riding The Sundowner Horse Riding facility can be found at Laem Sor, Ban Taley on the south coast. You can take a horse ride by the sea and in the countryside. A wonderful experience even for the inexperienced, who are guided and well looked after.

Gyms & Fitness Centers There are several purpose built gyms and fitness centres with modern equipment and facilities. Most of the large hotels have these facilities as well.

Butterfly Garden Located opposite the Central Samui Village in Laem Set, the Butterfly Garden is built into a scenic hillside covered with netting. Vividly colored tropical butterflies can be seen along a winding foot path.

Samui Aquarium and Tiger Zoo Just around the corner from the Butterfly Garden at Laem Set beach, this attraction features live specimens of local marine life in a darkened tunnel filled with tanks. On display are five playful Bengal tigers. A recent introduction to the zoo is a collection of tropical birds including parrots, eagles and love birds. Watersports are extensively available on Koh Samui, an island surrounded by smaller Islands and a clear blue crystal sea. The choice is varied and large. It is a good idea to enquire about insurance cover.

Jet-skiing Jet skis can be hired on many of the larger beaches. This gives an opportunity for you to ride the waves and see the island from a very different perspective.

Snorkelling Snorkellers can accompany their diving companions on scuba dive trips, take a tour organised for snorkellers, a trip arranged by local fishermen to one of the many surrounding islands, or just snorkel from the beaches and rock formations dotted around the Island.Either way, the beauty of the coral and fish that can be seen through your mask is great.

Water-skiing Equipment can be hired from several water sports centres in Chaweng, Bophut, Maenam, Lamai and Big Buddha.

Sailing Sailing boats such as a Laser or Hobie Cat 16, can be rented by the hour or half day from a few water sports centres. Some of the larger hotels provide their own sailing boats free of charge and there are also yacht charter companies available.

Scuba Diving The Gulf of Thailand offers a huge variety of dive sites suitable for all levels of diver. So whether you want to blow your very first bubbles underwater or you're an experienced diver looking for something more challenging, there are plenty of options to choose from. Go Karting Samui Go-Kart track is located on the main road in Bophut. Their are three types of karts you can choose from: The Fun Kart is suitable for all ages; The Pro Kart is for those who prefer a bit more speed. The Speed Kart is the ultimate adrenalin fix which is recommended for more experienced drivers.

Ten Pin Bowling
The Living Bowl Centre can be found in central Chaweng above McDonalds. There are 12 top quality lanes in a disco style atmosphere and a pro shop where you can buy shoes, bowling balls and other accessories . An on-site restaurant provides food and drinks for hungry customers who don't want to stop bowling.

Buffalo Fighting This widely loved spectacle still takes place at selected venues around the island, where banners are displayed days in advance. Two male buffaloes face off against one another in what amounts to a fairly harmless head wrestling contest. The first one to turn and run away is the loser.

Tennis A few hotels have good tennis facilities. Courts can be rented. The going rate is 200 baht per hour. Racquets can also be rented. If you are a regular player it better to bring your own racquets.

Golf Driving Range The Samui Driving Range is located between Chaweng and Bophut, about 200 metres from the main road next to Bandon Hospital. Facilities include covered driving tees, targets for practicing distance and accuracy, a putting green and snack bar.

Monkey Theater Watch monkeys perform various tricks on stage, and then they climb a palm tree to demonstrate how they harvest coconuts. There are several shows a day. The Monkey Theater is located just off the main road about 300 metres from Bophut.

Shooting Range Samui Shooting Sport is found just outside of Chaweng on the main road about 200 metres from the newly opened Tesco Lotus superstore. Here you can get some real target practice using a wide variety of weapons firing live ammunition, under the guidance of instructors. Open daily from 9am-6pm

Snake Farm Located at Ban Phang Ka on the south west coast, the Samui Snake Farm is home to a great many species of snakes. There are two shows a day where you can see venomous snakes handled by capable and "death defying" trainers

Windsurfing Windsurfing equipment is available for rent from several watersport centres such as Sa-ards Watersports around the island. Lessons are available for beginner adults and children. Prices start from 300 baht per hour for equipment rental and from 500 baht for a one hour individual lesson (equipment included).

Kyaking Kayaks / Sea Canoes can be hired on some of the beaches. They are very stable and easy to use. Several companies offer guided day trip tours to the nearby Angthong National Marine Park, where you can paddle through coral gardens and limestone islands. Alternatively you can hire a canoe by the hour and paddle along Samui's coastline.

Fishing Fishing tours from small fry to deep sea can be booked with a few fishing tour operators such as Sea Power Fishing Tours or local fishermen. You can also rent or buy fishing equipment if you prefer to fish off Samui's shores.

Fun Banana boat rides are available on Chaweng, Lamai and Bophut beaches.