Koh Samui Jungle Safari Jeep Tour: Waterfalls & Temples

Koh Samui's interior by 4WD jeep, from Grandfather Rocks to the island's highest Buddha statue

A guided jeep safari through Koh Samui's jungle and mountains, departing around 10:00am from your hotel and returning by 5:00pm, with stops at Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks, Na Muang waterfall, Wat Khunaram temple, Secret Buddha Garden, and Pra Buddha Dipankara statue at the summit. The tour runs in an ex-army 4WD jeep with a live guide in English, German or Thai; lunch and water are included. You can book as a private tour, a shared group, or a cruise passenger option.

Step-by-step itinerary

Koh Samui Jeep Jungle Safari

• Hotel pick-up around 10:00-10:30am
• 4WD jeep drive through jungle and mountains
• Visit Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks
• Explore market near the rocks
• Swim at Na Muang Waterfall
• Visit Mummified Monk at Khunaram Temple
• Enjoy traditional Thai lunch at Mather Lada
• Visit Secret Buddha Garden statues
• See Pra Buddha Dipankara statue with island views
• Return to hotel around 4:30-5:00pm

The Experience

The jeep picks you up from your hotel mid-morning and climbs into the island's interior. The first stop is Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks, ancient formations near a market of handmade Thai products. From there the route heads to Na Muang, the largest waterfall on Koh Samui, where you swim in the natural spring water before the guide takes you to Wat Khunaram temple to see a mummified monk and ring the temple gong.

The 4WD then pushes higher into the mountains, stopping at viewpoints and passing through jungle where the guide may spot and handle wild green snakes if they're in season. You'll also sample local fruit and sugar cane when available. Around midday you stop at Mather Lada for a traditional southern Thai lunch with views across the island, then continue to Secret Buddha Garden, where 300 hand-carved statues stand among waterfalls and stone paths.

The final climb is to Pra Buddha Dipankara at Teepangkorn temple — Samui's highest and most spectacular Buddha statue, with 360-degree views of the entire island. The jeep returns you to your hotel by late afternoon. All fees, taxes and water are included; the guide speaks English, German or Thai depending on the group.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return.
• traditional Thai lunch at Mather Lada.
• water throughout the day.
• all fees and taxes.
• live guide in English, German or Thai.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Mr. Ung's Magical Safari Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the shared group departure if your ship returns to port in the afternoon, or book the private jeep if you want to set your own pace through the waterfall and temple stops.

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Top questions

What's the largest waterfall on Koh Samui and can I swim there?

Na Muang waterfall is the island's largest and a regular stop on this safari, where you swim in the natural spring water as part of the tour.

Will I see the mummified monk at Wat Khunaram?

Yes, Wat Khunaram temple is a stop on the route where you see the mummified monk and can ring the temple gong.

How many Buddha statues are in the Secret Buddha Garden?

Secret Buddha Garden holds 300 hand-made statues set among waterfalls and natural stone formations.

What time does the jeep pick me up and drop me back?

Hotel pickup is around 10:00–10:30am, with return around 4:30–5:00pm. Your exact pickup time is confirmed when you book.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English, German or Thai, depending on the group booked.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Yes, a traditional southern Thai lunch at Mather Lada with island views is included, along with water throughout the day.