Hin Ta and Hin Yai are the most famous and most visited rocks on Koh Samui. Resembling male and female genitalia, the rocks are located at the end of Lamai Beach. A legend engraved on a plaque there tells the story of an elderly couple, Ta Kreng (Grandfather Kreng) and Yai Riem (Grandmother Riem), who lived with their son in Nakhon Si Thammarat province. When their son reached marriageable age, they decided to travel by boat to the neighboring province of Prachuap Khiri Khan to ask for the hand of Ta Monglai's daughter. During their journey, their boat was caught in a storm, and they were thrown into the sea. The old man and his wife drowned and were transformed into the rocks Hin Ta (Grandfather Rock) and Hin Yai (Grandmother Rock). It is one of the most touristy spots on Koh Samui; except for early morning, it is almost always very crowded. Aside from the rock formations, the surrounding area is truly beautiful. If possible, you should at least make a short stop here. Directly above Hin Ta Hin Yai is the Lamai viewpoint, which many visitors unfortunately miss. From there, you have a breathtaking view of Lamai Beach (left) and the beaches of Hin Ta Hin Yai and Hua Thanon (right). The viewpoint is accessible via a small staircase behind the restrooms.

Entry is free, but parking fees apply if you arrive by scooter (10 THB) or car. Open from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

If you don't have your own vehicle, you can visit the famous rocks of Koh Samui using songthaews (shared taxis) that operate on the island. Negotiate the price before boarding. Hin Ta Hin Yai is also accessible by smart bus from Koh Samui. Alternatively, Hin Ta Hin Yai is included in many Samui island tours.

How to get there

How do you get to Hin Ta Hin Yai? If you don't have your own vehicle, you can visit these famous rocks of Koh Samui using songthaews (shared taxis) that operate on the island. It's best to negotiate the price before starting your journey. Hin Ta Hin Yai is also on the route of the Koh Samui Smart buses. Alternatively, Hin Ta Hin Yai is included in many Samui island tours.