Koh Samui Footgolf & Botanical Gardens: 18-hole course

Kick a ball through jungle and coconut palms instead of watching someone else play

Footgolf on Koh Samui is an 18-hole game played on Asia's first course, set inside a botanical garden 10 minutes north of Chaweng. You walk the course kicking a football toward each hole while moving through tropical plants, mango trees and shaded jungle paths. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the game suits all fitness levels and ages.

Step-by-step itinerary

Play footgolf and explore gardens

• Arrive at footgolf course
• Play 18-hole footgolf game
• Walk through botanical garden

The experience

The course sits on the beach road between Chaweng and the Big Buddha, easy to reach without arranging your own transport. You arrive, get footballs and water, and spend 2 to 3 hours playing 18 holes laid out so each one feels different: some tight between trees, some open, all shaded by coconut palms and the garden canopy. The tropical setting means you are walking through over 350 species of plants, not just kicking a ball on grass.

What sets this apart from other island activities is that it is built for groups. You, your family and friends play together, laugh at bad shots, cheer good ones, and keep score if you want to. It is not a solo experience or a demonstration you watch. You are the one deciding how hard to kick, which line to take, whether to go for the hole in one shot or play it safe. Infants can ride along in a stroller, and there is no fitness requirement. The pace is yours.

The course is well shaded throughout, and bottled water comes with your entry. A souvenir marks the day, and you leave with the footballs you played with. Shoes can be rented for 100 baht if you did not bring your own.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• 18 holes of footgolf with footballs provided.
• bottled water and a soft drink.
• a souvenir to take home.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day15 departure times: the first at 09:30, the last at 16:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Samui Football Golf

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so commentary and rules are clear for anyone who speaks the language. Groups stay small and the pace is set by your party, which means families with young children, mixed ages and mixed athletic abilities all play comfortably together.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (under 5): free.

How far is the footgolf course from Chaweng?

The course is 10 minutes north of Chaweng on the beach road, and 5 minutes from the Big Buddha statue, so it is easy to reach with the included hotel pickup.

What happens during the 2 to 3 hours on the course?

You play 18 holes of footgolf, walking through the tropical garden and kicking a football toward each hole. Every hole is set in a different part of the garden, with variety in the terrain and the plants around you.

Is this a competitive game or just casual fun?

It is both. The course is designed for group play, so you can keep score and compete with your friends and family, or simply enjoy the walk and the game together without worrying about the outcome.

What is included in the booking?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, footballs, bottled water, a soft drink, and a souvenir are all included. Shoe rental is available for 100 baht if you need it.

Do I need to be fit or athletic to play footgolf?

No. The course is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the pace is set by your group, so you can play as competitively or as casually as you like.