Tours/Koh Samui/Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui
Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui
4.7(25)Koh Samui4 hours
VIATOR5.0(6)TRIPADVISOR4.6(19)
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At a glance
Duration
4 hours
Price from
$71 / person
Location
Koh Samui, Thailand
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 25 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Oh-Hoo
Meeting point
Get picked up from your hotel on Koh Samui near the main road.
Description
Explore the vibrant flavors of Thailand at Lamai Thai Cooking School in Koh Samui. Experience hands-on cooking in a stunning open-air kitchen with breathtaking sea views. Learn to create authentic Thai dishes with personalized guidance from expert chefs. This unique culinary adventure includes hotel transfers, herbal drinks, seasonal fruits, and a comprehensive recipe book to take home. Ideal for families, couples, solo travelers, and groups, our small class sizes ensure an intimate and engaging experience for all skill levels. Enjoy your delicious homemade creations while soaking in the serene coastal atmosphere. Perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves in Thai culture through its delectable cuisine.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:30 AM and 1:30 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 6
Adult (ages 13–80)
$71
Child (ages 8–12)
$64
In demand: 20 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Cooking Class 4 hours
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included
What's included
Included
Individual working spaces
Transfer from and to your hotel
Certified Thai chefs, recipe book
Small classes for more personal experience
Ingredients all included
All the cooking equipment you will need
Herbal drink, coffee, tea, drinking water, fruits of the season
Pickup Locations & Times
Get picked up from your hotel on Koh Samui near the main road. If you are staying on the hill, you must visit a nearby hotel or meeting point. The tour operator will confirm the exact pick-up time via email. Please don't forget to recheck your email. Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. You may be considered a no-show if you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after the local partner has moved from your hotel.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
25 reviews
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How it compares in Koh Samui
Starting price $71 is 20% above the typical $59 for tours of similar length in Koh Samui
Excurgo comparison of 335 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Child ticket age between 8-12 years.
Choose five Thai dishes on the menu you'd like to cook with us.
Morning Class Menu: Chicken Satay or Glass Noodle Salad, Massaman Curry or Red Curry, Tom Kha Gai or Tom Yum Goong, Stir Fry Chicken with Cashew Nut and Onion or Stir Fry Fish with Sweet and Sour Sauce
Afternoon Class Menu: Spring Roll or Seafood Salad, Panang Curry or Green Curry with Chicken, Tom Kha Gai or Tom Yum Goong, Fried Shrimp with Tamarind Sauce or Phad Thai
Desserts: Pumpkin in Coconut Milk or Banana in Coconut Milk
Any dish can be made with chicken, beef, pork, prawn, squid, fish or vegetarian version.
This activity is not suitable for guests arriving by cruise ship or large boat.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui take?
Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui lasts about 4 hours.
How much does Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui cost?
Prices start at $71 per person for this Koh Samui experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui cost for children?
Children aged 8–12 pay from $64, adults from $71.
Does Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui sell out?
It can: 20 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Get picked up from your hotel on Koh Samui near the main road. If you are staying on the hill, you must visit a nearby hotel or meeting point. The tour operator will confirm the exact pick-up time via email. Please don't forget to recheck your email. Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. You may be considered a no-show if you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after the local partner has moved from your hotel.
What languages is Thai Cooking Masterclass by the Sea on Koh Samui offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Child ticket age between 8-12 years.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(25)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Helen_E
September 2, 2026 · via Viator
A fantastic cooking class!
I booked this for some of my family and friends so were a group of 7. They had the most amazing time. Everything was very well organised when they arrived, plenty of space to work. The pick up and drop off went smoothly even though our villa was in an awkward area. They ate quite a lot during the session and also brought a lot home for the rest of us to try. They came back with a booklet with all recipes in and have used them to cook since we have returned to the UK. A brilliant experience, thank you. My husband and daughters had a fabulous time.
Operator response
Thank you, Helen! We’re delighted your family and friends enjoyed the spacious setup, smooth transfers and generous cooking session. It’s especially lovely to hear that the recipes are still being enjoyed back at home.
Oh-Hoo
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102heint
August 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Just top
All in all hot hot food tasty
Thai at its best/ quickly clear
Do not eat breakfast if you go in the morning.
Golden tip
Operator response
Bedankt voor je review! Fijn dat je het eten lekker vond en de uitleg duidelijk was. Leuk dat je ook je praktische tip deelt voor wie de ochtendles volgt.
Oh-Hoo
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Paul_B
March 10, 2026 · via Viator
Delicious food, Nom was fantastic.
Had a great morning cooking some delicious Thai dishes with our chef Nom who was lovely.
Thoroughly enjoyable and cannot wait to try some of these dishes when we get back home.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great morning cooking delicious Thai dishes with Chef Nom. She will be very happy to know that you enjoyed the experience.
We truly appreciate your kind feedback and hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
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Andy T
February 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Thai cooking Class
Great experience and a Lovely chef/hostess and a small group of keen pupils. I’d recommend skipping breakfast and lunch as there’s lots of lovely food to cook and sample. Fabulous way to spend an afternoon learning to cook some classic Thai dishes- highly recommend.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are truly delighted to hear that you had such a great experience and enjoyed the warm hospitality of our chef.
We’re so pleased that you found it a fabulous way to spend the afternoon while learning to cook classic Thai dishes.
Thank you sincerely for your high recommendation. We hope to welcome you back again for another memorable culinary experience in the future.
Best Regards
Oh-Hoo Team
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SelinaM_11
February 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience but overpriced
Highly enjoyable half day spent cooking 5 different Thai dishes & learning about the ingredients.
The food was delicious & best of all you get to eat it & get a file to keep with the recipes in it.
There were 8 of us & we found it very interesting,
In spite of this, at over £60 a person it is overpriced.
Another gripe was we got an email 2 days before, confirming the booking, then received another just 3 hours later stating our booking would have to be rescheduled (we booked it 2 months ago!) due to over subscription and offering us 2 alternative dates & times.
Fortunately, we were able to make one of these dates so didn’t have to cancel.
We asked when we emailed, what had happened & weren’t given a response.
So thankful we didn’t miss out!
Operator response
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback with us.
We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cooking experience, learned about Thai ingredients, and found the dishes delicious.
At the same time, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the late rescheduling notice and for not responding to your follow-up email as we should have. This is certainly not the level of communication we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating this must have been, particularly given that you booked well in advance. Your comments have been noted, and we will use them to improve our booking and communication process.
Thank you again for your understanding and for choosing to join us. We are very grateful that you were able to attend and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
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samjM2517VM
January 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Must do
Awesome class, well organised and great English too. Plenty of dishes to choose from to make and eat. Would recommend for anyone interested in learning to cook Thai food
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the class, found it well organized, and appreciated the clear English instruction.
We truly appreciate your recommendation to others interested in learning Thai cooking and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
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kiranb834
November 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing
A brilliant experience with a wonderful instructor. The selection of meals to choose from was excellent. The recipie book that we used, we got to keep so that we could make the meals at home
Operator response
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback with us. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the experience and you liked the meal selection. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable experience.
Best Regards,
Tawan
Oh-Hoo Team
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Nicole_V
October 23, 2025 · via Viator
Nicole and Ben , from Australia
Loved the cooking lesson only 6 in group so easy to move around. Great fresh ingredients and our teacher was lovely . Repeated a lot of steps . Great cook book to take home with the recipes we cooked and other dishes in book we can cook at home .
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the small group cooking class, the fresh ingredients, and our friendly teacher. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope you enjoy cooking again.
Best regards,
Tawan
Oh-hoo Team
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Resort55522964647
September 13, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Enjoyable Thai cooking experience
Pickup was timely. Cooking school was a breezy open air kitchen with ocean views.
All ingredients were fresh with lots of hands on experience to prep ingredients , cook dishes and taste final product.
Owner/ chef ( apologies as I do not recall her name) was patient , knowledgeable and happy to answer questions.
A take home recipe book was included . It outlines dishes prepared in class along with many others on the morning/afternoon menus.
Highly recommend this experience.
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the openair kitchen, and hands on cooking experience with our chef. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another memorable cooking experience in the future.
Best Regards
Tawan
Oh-Hoo Team
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Sharlene_M
July 29, 2025 · via Viator
Fantastic cooking class, great experience! A must do!!
This cooking class was absolutely fabulous!!! The owner and cook, Om, is a fantastic teacher. She was shy about her English, but she speaks English so well!!! Her home-made cookbook is great. We loved everything about it. You MUST take this cooking class. A truly fabulous experience in a lovely location. Right near the water. Thank you Om. We had a truly beautiful experience with you 🙏♥️🥰
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fabulous experience in our cooking class.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable culinary adventure.
Best Regards,
Tawan
Oh-Hoo Team
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