Location 2 Suitable for sunset and morning shoots (around 10:00 AM).  Located 40 minutes from Chaweng.

Location 3 Suitable for morning shoots (6:30–7:00 AM) and evening shoots (from 4:00 PM).  Can be crowded in the morning.  Located 10 minutes from Chaweng.

Location 4 A walk through Thai local neighborhoods in Chaweng.  Suitable for morning (from 8:00 AM) or evening/night shoots when bars are open.  Located in Chaweng.

Location 5 A Balinese-style resort.  Recommended for morning shoots (from 8:00 AM).  Located 20 minutes from Chaweng. Paid location — 1000 THB deposit required for access.  You can stay and enjoy the place for the rest of the day after the shoot.  

Location 6 Suitable only for morning shoots (6:00–8:00 AM).  Located 5–10 minutes from Chaweng.

Location 7 Suitable for sunset photoshoots.  Located 50 minutes from Chaweng.

Location 8 Suitable for sunset or morning shoots (9:00–10:00 AM).  Located 50 minutes from Chaweng.

Location 9 Suitable for sunset or morning shoots (around 10:00 AM).  Located 40 minutes from Chaweng. Difficult access: reachable by SUV, motorbike, or walk (uphill hike required). 

Location 10 Suitable for sunset photoshoots.  Timing is important — the beach should be at its most sandy condition.  Located 1 hour from Chaweng.

Location 11 Suitable for morning shoots (around 7:00 AM).  Located 30 minutes from Chaweng.

Location 12 Suitable for sunset photoshoots.  Located 35 minutes from Chaweng.

Location 13 A stylish café with a beautiful interior and exterior (clean white aesthetic).  Suitable for sunset photoshoots.  Located 30 minutes from Chaweng.

Location 14 The beach is perfect for sunset photoshoots, ideal for a two-hour shoot. The beach is 15 minutes from Chaweng Beach.

Location 15 A photo shoot near this temple can be combined with a beach photo shoot; the beach is located next to the temple. I recommend wearing clothing that covers your shoulders and knees when visiting the temple. The location is 25 minutes from Chaweng Beach.

Location 16 The location is suitable for a morning photo shoot from 7:00-8:00 or at 16:00, at which time there may be people on the beach. A very cozy little bay on Koh Samui, located 15 minutes from Chaweng Beach.

Location 17  This location is suitable for photoshoots throughout the day and is about 50 minutes from Chaweng Beach. After that, there is a 20-minute walk to reach this tree. The location also features a river where you can take photos

Location 18 The location is about one hour from Chaweng Beach. It’s a perfect spot for a sunset photoshoot. If you’d like to shoot on the hotel grounds and by the pool, there is a 1,000 THB deposit per person. This amount can be used at the restaurant, and you’re welcome to stay and enjoy the place for the rest of the day. Photos can be taken by the infinity pool, as well as on a beautiful open field with stunning mountain views. The place is usually very quiet, with almost no people around.

Location 19 The location is about 40 minutes from Chaweng Beach. It features a large palm grove right by the sea. At low tide, a wide sandy area is revealed, creating beautiful wave-like patterns in the sand. You can also step into the clear water. Surrounded by mountains, the view here is especially scenic. Photoshoots are possible at 8–9 AM or at sunset.

Location 20 The location is about 50 minutes from Chaweng Beach, in the mountains. Photoshoots are possible in the morning from 8:00 to 10:00 AM or at sunset, around 4:00 PM. Not all taxis can reach this place, so it’s better to come by motorbike or your own car. There is a lake where you can go kayaking, a large green field with palm trees, and horses on the property. You can ride them for an additional fee or take photos close with they.

Location 21 The location is about 50 minutes from Chaweng Beach. It’s a small park with ancient sculptures covered in moss. There is a small waterfall, a river, and lots of lush greenery. Photoshoots are possible at any time of the day.

Location 22 The location is about 15 minutes from Chaweng Beach. It’s a pier with a large number of Thai boats and yachts. You can walk around, climb onto the boats, and take photos. There is also a beach nearby. The best time for a photoshoot is at sunrise (7:00–8:00 AM) or sunset.