Khalifa Samui
A water sports operator on Koh Samui offering jet skiing, parasailing, and towable rides with hotel transfers.
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- Hours
- Daily 10:00–18:00
Book Shoulder Season
May–June and September–October offer dramatic discounts (30–50% off peak rates) with fewer crowds. Weather is mixed but rarely a washout — afternoon showers clear quickly.
Details
- Phone
- 083 155 5524
- Website
- www.khalifasamui.com
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About Khalifa Samui
Khalifa Samui is a water sports and activity operator based in the Bo Put area of Koh Samui, offering a range of ocean-based experiences including jet skiing, parasailing, and towable rides. Operating across open bay waters, the service appeals to travelers looking to make the most of Koh Samui's coastline with guided, hands-on activities rather than simply relaxing on the beach.
Visitors consistently highlight the professionalism and friendliness of the team, with staff members praised by name for creating a welcoming and safe environment. The operation caters well to families, with staff noted for taking particular care to ensure children feel comfortable and confident during activities. Hotel pickup and drop-off is available, adding a layer of convenience for those without independent transport. The bay setting offers plenty of open water space, making for an enjoyable experience even when sea conditions are slightly choppy.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
Around here, on foot
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Khalifa Samui, round out your day in Koh Samui with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
A wonderful 30mins in Koh Samui. Great guys, well organised and fabulous new Jetski. Very wide and open bay and we just had to avoid going between mainland and large neighbouring island - which we did ! Freedom ! 2 very happy customers and a very reasonable last minute price for the 2 of us was offered by Moy and the team. Fabulous ! See you soon hope. George.
Amazing watersports on Chaweng beach, Very safe and professional with good prices ! We did the Parasailing, Towable and Jetski they were all great with chill staff the manager Jay is an amazing guy and Moy from the Towable is hilarious ! In short great experience highly recommended for tourists in Koh Samui !
Loved it. They picked us up to the hotel and brought us back. The jet ski was nice, amazingly blue waters (even though it was choppy), lots of fun!
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 395 reviews on Google.
G3G6+35R, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
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Khalifa Samui: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Khalifa Samui worth visiting?
Khalifa Samui holds a 4.8★ rating from 395 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Koh Samui.
What are the opening hours of Khalifa Samui?
Khalifa Samui is typically open 10:00–18:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Khalifa Samui?
The best months to visit Koh Samui are January – September, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in July – August & December — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon).
Where is Khalifa Samui located?
Khalifa Samui is at G3G6+35R, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand, in Koh Samui. Getting around Koh Samui: Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road); Motorbike or scooter rental.
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