SEADDICT - Koh Samed

When the afternoon wind fills in on Koh Samet, SEADDICT is the little beach shack that turns the bay into your playground. Right on the sand at Ao Hin Khok (the quiet end just south of Sai Kaew), this watersports hub rents stand-up paddleboards, windsurf rigs and kayaks by the hour, with the crew happy to give you a quick land lesson before you hit the water. Flat, glassy mornings are perfect for a sunrise paddle; by late afternoon there’s usually enough breeze to cruise on a sail or chase a downwinder. Between sessions, refuel at the adjoining Flow Beach Cafe with fruit-packed smoothies and iced coffees, then grab a shady seat to watch the SUPs and longtails drift by. If you’re traveling with non-paddlers, no problem — the sand here is soft, the entry is gentle, and the people-watching is peak Samet. They can also help arrange easygoing boat trips for snorkeling and beach-hopping around the island. It’s casual, hands-on, and ideal for first-timers who want to try something new without turning it into a full-day course. Look for the SEADDICT sign on Moo 4, Ao Hin Khok; if you’re staying on Sai Kaew Beach, it’s a short stroll down the sand.