About iSUP Samui
Our story began over 20 years ago, with countless visits to the beautiful island of Koh Samui. In 2011, while living in Sydney, Australia, we — Tammy and Ian — discovered the joy of Stand Up Paddling (SUP) and were instantly hooked!
In 2015, we combined our love for Samui and our passion for paddling to create iSUP Samui. Our mission is simple: to deliver premium Stand Up Paddle experiences for active travelers, with a strong focus on fun, safety, and creating unforgettable memories on the water.
As ASI-qualified (Academy of Surfing Instructors) SUP instructors, we are committed to sharing the SUP lifestyle, helping paddlers of all levels build their skills and confidence, and fostering a vibrant SUP community here in Thailand. Whether you’re new to SUP or an experienced paddler, we look forward to welcoming you to the water and sharing the magic of Koh Samui from a whole new perspective.
Paddling around Koh Samui
We’ve spent countless hours paddling around Samui — exploring hidden beaches, paddle touring with long-tail boats, and adventuring to the southern islands with friends. Every paddle reminds us why we fell in love with the sport in the first place.
Our SUP adventures in Sydney (2011-2015)
Our SUP story actually started back in Sydney, Australia. We loved paddling around the Harbour with friends, joining fun races with Dave Bell (“Belly”) in Rose Bay, joining the fun at Mullum2Bruns and the Burley Griffin 24-hour paddle challenge, and even giving the New South Wales State Titles a crack! We even went to the Cocos Keeling Islands in the Indian Ocean for our first SUP holiday. Those early days are still some of our favourite memories.
SUP adventures across Thailand
Since moving to Thailand, SUP has taken us on so many amazing adventures — from charity events in Khanom, to organising SUP festivals, beach hopping around Koh Samui and Koh Phangan with good mates, down the Chao Phraya River from Ayutthaya to Bangkok and along the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi. We even popped up to the 2023 ICF World Championships in Pattaya. We’re so grateful for the community and friendships we’ve found along the way.
