About this tour
When Ben from our team tried Samui Football Golf, we found a legitimately fun way to spend a couple of hours that didn't feel forced or overly touristy. It's footgolf — basically soccer meets mini golf — laid out across an 18-hole course wound through a proper tropical garden with 350+ plant species. The setup sits just north of Chaweng on the beach road, so it's easy to slot into a day without hassle. You're walking gently through coconut palms and jungle, kicking a ball toward holes, with your crew doing the same. It's the kind of activity where families and mates actually play together rather than doing separate things, and the shaded course keeps you relatively cool.
Highlights
- Each hole feels genuinely different — garden flows naturally, not cookie-cutter repetitive
- Proper shade from palms and mango trees; not a scorcher even midday
- Mix of casual walkers and competitive types works without tension
- Hotel pickup included, so no navigation stress from Chaweng
- Kids and non-sporty folk both find their groove here
- Botanical garden setting feels like a bonus rather than just backdrop
- Low-key vibe — no performance pressure, just laughs and movement
What to expect
Ben reckoned it played out like a leisurely stroll with a game bolted on. You arrive, grab your footballs, and head out. The course winds through genuinely lush gardens — not manicured theme-park style, but real tropical plants and trees creating a canopy. Each of the 18 holes has its own quirk: some are straightforward kicks, others bend around trees or slope unexpectedly. Pacing is relaxed; there's no rush. You're walking between holes, chatting, and the competitive edge is friendly rather than serious. Ben noticed mixed groups — families with kids, couples, older visitors who aren't sporty at all — and everyone seemed genuinely engaged rather than ticking a box.
The course is well-shaded, which matters. Even in afternoon heat, the palms keep you covered. It's not strenuous enough to knacker you out, but you're moving enough to feel like you've done something. The whole thing — two to three hours — fits neatly into a morning or afternoon without dominating your day.
What travellers say
- Genuine group activity — mates and families actually play together
- Shaded tropical garden course keeps heat manageable
- Mixed skill levels work; no gatekeeping or awkwardness
- Easy logistics: hotel pickup from Chaweng included
- Good value — water, drinks, kit, and souvenir covered
- Shoe hire costs extra and feels like a hidden add-on
- Not accessible for limited mobility or serious mobility issues
- Midday heat can still be intense despite shade coverage
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works brilliantly for mixed-ability groups. Kids enjoy the kicking and exploration; non-sporty mates won't feel awkward because there's no skill gate. It's genuinely different from the usual beach-resort activities, and you're actually outdoors doing something together rather than sitting passively. The inclusion of hotel pickup from Chaweng saves you a taxi negotiation. It's cheap value for what you get.
Shoe hire costs 100 baht per person (refunded after), so don't forget to budget that if you're not bringing appropriate footwear. The course can get warm if you hit it midday, though the shade helps. It's not accessible for anyone with serious mobility issues — there's walking and uneven ground. Peak times might mean other groups on the course, so it's not solitude. Minimum booking is two people.
Wear comfortable shoes or hire on-site. Bring or expect sunscreen. It's included: water, soft drink, footballs, souvenir, and hotel pickup. Peak season (November–February) books up — book ahead. Takes 2–3 hours total. Kids in prams are fine; infants sit on laps.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.