Bophut Beach (Fisherman Village) Travel Information Guide

Bophut beach known as "Fisherman’s Village" exudes a bohemian feeling.

Fisherman’s village is unique in Koh Samui with its charming relaxed atmosphere. If you’re thinking of dining here you will not be disappointed with the assortment of Thai and international cuisine. For its size, Bophut offers a large selection of international cuisine. Looking for an Indian restaurant, an Italian, maybe french cuisine, Scandinavian, Thai or German? Bophut has it all. Most Boput restaurants offer picturesque beachfront dining on their balconies. There are a also a number of resorts along the beach that offer first-class dining on the sand.

Do not fear about missing a major sporting event as there are plenty of English style pubs in Bophut showing most sports fixtures. The weekly pub quiz at the Frog and Gecko is always packed and a good place to meet the expats! The variety of live music at most bars is definitely worth the outing.

Shopping in Bophut is easy - browse stalls selling locals artifacts along the main street or spend time in the charming boutique shops. Bophut caters adequately for the yoga devotee coming to Koh Samui with a couple of popular yoga cafes including a hot yoga studio. There are a few massage places off the main strip as  well as a few more up-market spas in the Bophut area.

Accommodation choice is plentiful in Bophut. You can choose according to budget everything from simple and inexpensive to the more high end Resorts and Hotels. If you are looking for a more  private accommodation and unique experience, Bophut offers some fantastic villa rental options on Koh Samui and managed by Samui Villas & Homes. Exclusive serviced villas with either spectacular ocean views  or direct beachfront.  

Koh Samui has become a second home to many foreigners in the last 5-10 years due to the booming property development on the island. Bophut,  considered a highly popular area to stay, offers luxurious villas as resale and raw land plots.

From Fisherman’s Village pier you can catch speedboats to Koh Phangan and Koh Tao (running an additional service during the full moon party) but also day trips to the unique Marine National Park. Bophut beach is pleasant and a popular with European sun-seekers who don’t seem to mind the shallow waters.