Jungle Kitchen: Traditional Thai Cooking Class

Experience the charm of old-style Thai cooking at Koh Samui Jungle Kitchen. Cook with handmade tools and traditional techniques while enjoying panoramic views of Koh Phangan.

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • G2RG+PV - Classes are conducted in English with translation support available for German, French, and Thai.
    Prior to the commencement of classes, Jungle Kitchen will reach out to inquire about any dietary restrictions and favorite dishes participants might want to suggest. Based on this information, Jungle Kitchen crafts a menu that accommodates…
What's Included
  • Dinner
Meal Options
  • Traditional Thai Curry - fresh ingredients are ground to make the paste - Panaeng or green curry are the most popular and use many ingredients from our gardens. We do however have a wider recipe range for the adventurous.
  • Noodle or stir fry dish - Pad Thai, pad see ew or drunken noodles are just a few of the noodle dishes.
    Guests compliment us for…
Additional Information

Jungle Kitchen cooking classes transport participants to an era where meals were crafted using handmade tools and traditional techniques.
Located just minutes from Fishermans Village, the school offers a serene escape from the bustling coastal streets.
Participants cook at an 8-meter-long cooking station, surrounded by the sounds of nature and…

Location
G2RG+PV
Pickup or transport is not included in a booking, but can be arranged at reasonable extra charge. Otherwise guests meet at the school just a few minutes drive from Fishermans. We contact you after booking with instructions on how to get to the Jungle Kitchen or to arrange transport for your group.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Derek
Apr 5, 2026
Amazing Experience - I am no cook but I love Thai food and the evening spent at the Jungle Kitchen was amazing in many ways, firstly what a wonderful setting with great views, the hosts Tom and Lin amazing the pair of them so welcoming, Tom introduced us to the gardens full of ingredients, Lin and her team introduced us to the world of cooking Thai even the experienced cooks in attendance would have gone home learning something from her, personally I left feeling as if I can cook but most importantly I had a great night in great company, Thank you to every one at Jungle Kitchen.
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Tessahj933dn
Mar 18, 2026
Fantastic Experience! - Our evening at Tom and Lin’s home and the home of the Jungle Kitchen and organic garden was worth every penny we spent on this excursion. Tom is a wonderful host and world traveller, Lin a patient, gifted chef in her own right. Their kitchen is spectacular, the cooking course is clear, (very) organized and you really get a feel of the authentic organic nature of the place both in the creating and preparing the meal from beginning to end. The ingredients for the meal are mostly from their organic, sustainable garden and/or farm. The difference from other cooking classes is the location and the understanding of authentic Thai preparation and cooking. Cooking on open flame while looking over the jungle at the ocean is unforgettable. The rock bar, lol! So great! We highly recommend this experience, you will not regret it. You will make some fantastic meals, meet really interesting and cool people, both quantity to take home and quality and taste that will not be forgotten. Thank you Tom and Lin, we are grateful for the experience and feel privileged to have enjoyed your beautiful home and kitchen, thank you. Keep living the dream, what you’re doing is really quite something. We will remember Tom, Lin and their home for many years to come as we talk about our adventures to Thailand. Tessa and Will. 🙏🌷🌴✨
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Shelly_s
Jan 23, 2026
Fun evening - We had a fun evening touring the garden and learning Thai recipes. The food was one of the best we had in our time in Thailand. We made curry paste from scratch which was very interesting. Come hungry as there was plenty of good! Tom and Lynn were wonderful hosts. We would highly recommend if you are visiting Koh Samui!
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Hei_pft
Jan 9, 2026
Highlight of our trip! - I don't often post reviews, but this was truly an exceptional experience! Lin is an incredible Thai chef and we really enjoyed cooking with her in the beautiful outdoor kitchen with amazing views. The food was absolutely amazing and it made for an unforgettable evening. Her partner Tom arranged transport, showed us around the grounds/garden, took great photos/videos and entertained us throughout the evening. They were very accommodating when we needed to make a change last minute and even let us make menu requests. If you do only one cooking class while in Thailand - this is the one!
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B3383njmelissaw
Dec 25, 2025
Flexible, easy going cooking class with a gorgeous view - We loved our experience at the jungle cooking class! The property is gorgeous and easy to get to—Tom and his partner are so welcoming and helpful throughout the recipes so skill level doesn’t matter and the food ended up delicious. They were also super generous on transportation to and from as it can be difficult on the island. It was sweet to watch the generosity to a couple in our group who brought an infant and a toddler by keeping them occupied and offering up a sleeping pad for him to rest on. Also the pictures they captured of us are 10/10 and probably will be included in our Christmas card! Thanks for hosting us and highly recommending not thinking twice about signing up for this tour, you won’t want to miss it.
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Brittany_k
Sep 11, 2025
Fantastic experience.... - Fantastic experience. Explorer garden. Small group so intimate. Menu tailored to what the group wanted. Authentic Thai cooking style and great view over ocean.
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Jessicanx7563ts
Aug 14, 2025
Fantastic Experience - Fantastic experience. Tom, our gracious host, took us around the beautiful property and gardens to learn about the ingredients we cooked with. The views from the outdoor kitchen were breathtaking. Highly recommend this for families and friends groups.
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Victoria
Jul 18, 2025
A Fabulous Experience - A great experience and fabulous hospitality from Tom, Lin and the team. Food was absolutely delicious and the setting was beautiful. We were a family of four with 2 kids (11 and 13) and the class was a perfect way to spend an evening on our Samui holiday.
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Katrin_u
Feb 27, 2026
No German course with delicious food - Unfortunately no German course, the operator was a German but probably was last in Germany a very long time ago. Course was held mainly in English , although the majority of participants were German. Food super delicious and way too much took it with them. Promised recipes have unfortunately not been sent after demand.
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Trail05077002636
Jan 22, 2026
Honest Review – Jungle Kitchen koh Samui - We had mixed feelings about this experience, and I want to be honest while also fair. Unfortunately, Tom’s attitude made the experience very uncomfortable. He was arrogant, dismissive, and at times raised his voice and yelled at guests, which felt completely inappropriate in a service setting. If you’re visiting Samui with family or hoping for a relaxing vacation experience, this is not something you would expect or want, and it can really affect the mood of the day. That said, Lin was absolutely wonderful — she was kind, warm, patient, and a genuinely good cook. She clearly cares about the food and the guests, and it honestly felt bad to write this review because of her. She was the bright spot of the experience. We honestly would have preferred to pay more if it meant the experience without Tom’s involvement.
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From $122
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).