Pattaya Snorkeling Tour: Coral Island Lunch Water Activities

Tawaen Beach and turquoise water without arranging the boat or the meal

A five to six hour island tour from Pattaya to Coral Island with speedboat transport, English-speaking guide, lunch and hotel pickup. You swim at Tawaen Beach and choose optional water activities like parasailing or undersea walking at an extra cost; the tour includes round-trip transfer, drinking water on the beach, and insurance coverage throughout the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Coral Island tour and Indian lunch

• Hotel pick-up in Pattaya
• Speedboat cruise to Coral Island
• Optional parasailing or sea walking
• Relax or swim at Tawaen Beach
• Return boat trip to Pattaya
• Enjoy Indian lunch at local restaurant
• Return to hotel in Pattaya

The Experience

The day starts with hotel pickup between 9:00 and 9:45 AM, then a speedboat ride across the Gulf toward Coral Island. The boat reaches Tawaen Beach by 10:30 AM, giving you time to swim in the turquoise water, lie on the sand, or soak up the sun for the next few hours. If you booked optional activities—parasailing, undersea sea walking, jet skiing, or banana boating—those happen during the boat ride or the early part of the beach time; you may wait while others take their turn, but the guide coordinates the timing so nobody misses the main beach hours.

Lunch is at a local restaurant near the island around 1:00 PM. You choose Indian, Thai, or International food when you book, and the meal fuels the second half of the day. The return boat leaves by 1:30 PM, and you're back at your hotel by 2:30 PM. The tour includes round-trip transfer from your hotel, an English-speaking guide, 350 ml of drinking water on the beach before departure, toilet access on the island, and PA insurance that covers the full trip—so if you choose an optional water activity, you're protected. Non-Indian nationals pay an extra 300 Thai Baht.

Book only through the licensed operator; the island has unlicensed vendors offering jet ski and parasailing services that fall outside insurance coverage and carry legal risk. Always verify activities with your on-site coordinator if you have questions. You'll need a copy of your passport to claim accident insurance.

What’s included

• Round-trip speedboat transfer from Pattaya to Coral Island.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• English-speaking guide.
• lunch at a local restaurant with your choice of Indian, Thai, or International cuisine.
• 350 ml of drinking water on the beach.
• toilet access on the island.
• PA Insurance covering the full trip.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Sightseeing Pattaya

Is this one for you?The tour runs five to six hours with a boat ride, beach time and a restaurant meal—no early start or strenuous walking, so it suits most fitness levels. Choose this one if you want the island and the lunch arranged without coordinating transport or food yourself, and if you're comfortable with optional water activities costing extra.

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Top questions

What is there to do at Tawaen Beach on Coral Island?

Tawaen Beach is the main stop on Coral Island, where you swim in turquoise water, lie on the sand, or rest in the shade for several hours. The water is shallow and calm, and the beach is equipped with toilets. If you booked optional water activities like parasailing or sea walking, those happen before or during beach time, but you still have free hours to relax on the sand.

How long is the boat ride from Pattaya to Coral Island?

The speedboat ride takes roughly 30 minutes from Pattaya to Tawaen Beach on Coral Island. You board after hotel pickup and arrive by 10:30 AM, leaving the afternoon free for swimming and lunch before the return journey at 1:30 PM.

What water activities can I add to this tour?

Parasailing, undersea sea walking, jet skiing, and banana boating are available at an additional cost beyond the tour price. You book these when you reserve the tour, and they're coordinated during the boat ride or early beach time. Only book activities through the licensed operator—unlicensed vendors on the island are not insured and pose safety and legal risks.

Is hotel pickup included in the tour price?

Yes, round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in Pattaya are included. Pickup happens between 9:00 and 9:45 AM, and you return by 2:30 PM. Public transportation options are also available nearby if you prefer to meet the group at the pier.

What's included in the lunch?

Lunch is served at a local restaurant near the island around 1:00 PM. You choose Indian, Thai, or International cuisine when you book, and the meal is included in the tour price. The restaurant has toilet facilities.

Do I need a passport for this tour?

You'll need a copy of your passport to claim accident insurance coverage during the tour. All participants must provide this to be protected under the PA Insurance included in the price.