Banana Fan Sea is located at Chaweng Beach, the most popular and lively beach in Samui. Along the seven-kilometre stretch can be found some of the island's best restaurants, beach bars, discos and shops. The strip splits naturally into three sections, with the resort town located in the central area. In recent years it has blossomed into the island's second largest town, and is a magnet for visitors from all over the island. The road that runs parallel with the beach easily accesses all of the attractions.
Central Chaweng Beach has the greatest concentration of venues, and most of the nightlife attractions are located here. You will find a good choice of music venues ranging from traditional Thai to jazz, rock to roots-reggae, many of them keeping open until dawn. For a quieter evening there are plenty of bars and restaurants right on the beach, offering a dreamy view of the Gulf. Food lovers can find just about anything, whether it be Thai or western fare, and there are some excellent seafood restaurants.
Chaweng has the greatest number of dive shops on Samui, many of which organize night dives off the beach. Despite all the activity, however, Chaweng still maintains the classic image of a palm-fringed tropical beach.
Jeeps and motorcycles can easily be hired and the coast road offers a scenic ride. Inland, waterfalls, butterfly farms and a monkey theatre offer pleasing distractions. Offshore, trips to 'Robinson Crusoe' islands hold the promise of excellent snorkelling among some of the most colourful coral in Asia.
Other activity that is available in Samui includes sea kayaking, canoeing, sailing, fishing, mountain biking, trekking, go-cart and golf. |
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