Koh Madsum
เกาะมัดสุม
A small island off the south coast of Koh Samui, with free-roaming pigs on a white sand beach. Visitors often take half-day longtail boat trips to land, take photos, and swim.
Koh Madsum, known as Pig Island, lies about 4 km off the south coast of Koh Samui. It is small, with a white sand beach and clear, shallow water. It is best known for a group of pigs that wander the sand and among the coconut palms, allowing visitors to take photos up close. A small landing fee applies, and the island has simple food stalls and sun loungers. Longtail boats usually leave from Thong Krut Pier on the south coast, and the trip takes about 20 minutes. Island-hopping snorkeling half-day tours are also available. Do not feed the pigs inappropriate food, and bring sun protection. Boats are often suspended during the northeast monsoon from November to December.
Opening hours
Daytime (depends on ferry schedule)
Nearby sights
- Koh Tan
- Wat Khunaram
- Na Muang Waterfall
- Wat Sila Ngu (Wat Ratchathammaram)
- Hin Ta & Hin Yai (Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks)
- Secret Buddha Garden (Magic Garden)
- Lamai Beach
- Lipa Noi Beach