Ko Samui at a glance
- Ko Samui has a population of about 50,000.
- It's part of the Surat Thani region.
- It's about 473 km to Bangkok, the country's largest city.
- Towns nearby: Ko Pha Ngan (27 km), Don Sak (36 km) and Surat Thani (79 km).
Dating by city / Thailand / Surat Thani region / Ko Samui
Singles in Ko Samui
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Ko Samui? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
A first date in Ko Samui
Daytime dates suit a town like Ko Samui: a late breakfast or a walk before lunch feels relaxed and ends on its own.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Ko Samui
Who can I meet near Ko Samui?
Within 50 km of Ko Samui there are 3 towns and cities — Don Sak and Ko Pha Ngan among them — with more than 74,000 residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Ko Samui?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Ko Samui and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Ko Samui real people?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I date someone from outside Ko Samui?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.