Lamai · Landmarks
Overlap Stone
Overlap Stone 1 and Overlap Stone 2
A huge balancing boulder on a steep hillside above Lamai, now developed into two separate paid viewpoint attractions (about 200 THB each). Famous for photos of the rock seemingly floating over the jungle with Lamai Bay behind.
- from ฿300
- Lamai
- Checked 25 Sept
Insider tips
- Bring cash, there are no price signs at the bottom of the hill
- Wear proper shoes, not flip-flops
- Go before 10:00 to avoid queues at photo spots
- Consider the animal welfare concerns reported on site before deciding to visit
The story
Overlap Stone is a natural balancing boulder perched about 150 metres above sea level in the hills behind Lamai Beach. The rock appears to rest on only a small contact point, which makes it one of Samui's best-known photo subjects, with jungle and the curve of Lamai Bay in the background. The site has changed a lot in recent years and is now split into two separately managed attractions.
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Overlap Stone 1 ('Overlap Stone Camp View') charges about 200 THB including a drink and is reached by a steep 500-metre walk from parking; it is open roughly 08:00-18:00. Overlap Stone 2 ('The Best Samui'), higher up, charges about 200 THB, has a giant woven hand photo spot, a restaurant, and a free shuttle from Wat Ratchathammaram (the Red Temple); its viewpoint is open roughly 08:00-22:00. Access roads are very steep; inexperienced scooter riders should park lower and walk.
Important note: 2025-2026 visitor reports describe chained elephants offered for feeding at Overlap Stone 1 and a petting zoo at Overlap Stone 2. Some travel writers now recommend skipping the sites for animal welfare reasons. Bring cash, mosquito repellent and water.
Good to know
- Overlap Stone 2 has been closed since late July 2026; no reopening has been announced. Overlap Stone 1 is open during the day.
- from ฿300 · Overlap Stone 1: entry 300 THB (includes a soft drink).
- Early morning for cool weather and no queues; Overlap Stone 2 also popular at sunset
- Family friendly: Yes
Plan a visit
Checked 25 Sept 2026 · 5 sources
Sources and last check
- Last checked
- 25 Sept 2026
- What was checked
- Details checked 25 Sept 2026
- Next check due
- September 2027
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