Coral Island Pattaya: Half-Day Beach & Indian Lunch with Transfer

Speedboat to Coral Island: Swim, Snorkel & Indian Lunch in One Morning

You get picked up from your hotel, speedboat transport to Coral Island, free time to swim and snorkel at Tawaen Beach, an Indian lunch included, and all the gear (life jacket, snorkel equipment, beach chair) without extra rental fees. The fixed schedule means you're back by early afternoon, and the guide handles the logistics so you just show up at the lobby 15 minutes early with your voucher.

Step-by-step itinerary

Half-day Coral Island tour with lunch

• Hotel pickup in Pattaya
• Speedboat to Coral Island
• Optional parasailing or sea walking
• Free time at Tawaen Beach
• Return boat to Pattaya
• Enjoy Indian lunch
• Return to hotel

The experience

The van picks you up from your Pattaya hotel at 9 AM sharp, then heads straight to the pier. By 9:30 you're boarding a speedboat headed for Coral Island, also called Koh Larn, and the water's already that particular shade of blue that makes you forget why you ever stayed inland. The ride takes about 30 minutes across the Gulf, and the boat's moving fast enough that the breeze cuts through the heat. Your guide speaks English or Hindi depending on which version you booked, and they'll point out what's coming up as you approach.

Once you hit Tawaen Beach on Coral Island, you've got real time to actually be there, not rushed through in an hour. Swim, snorkel, or just lie on the sand with the beach chair that's included. If you want the adrenaline stuff, parasailing and jet skiing are available for extra cost, though the tour warns you to book those through the official operators only, not the unlicensed vendors working the beach. Sea walking (where you walk on the seafloor in a helmet) is another option if you're curious about that kind of thing. Life jackets and snorkel gear come with the tour, so you don't need to rent separately.

Around 1 PM the boat heads back to Pattaya, and by 1:30 you're sitting down to an actual Indian lunch at a restaurant near the pier, not some rushed beach shack meal. The food's the real thing, which matters after a morning in the sun and salt water. You're back at your hotel by 2:30, so the whole thing runs about five hours door-to-door. It's the kind of half-day that doesn't feel half-finished.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip hotel transfer from Central, North, or South Pattaya, speedboat transport to Coral Island, entry to Tawaen Beach, snorkel equipment and life jacket, a beach chair, free toilet access on the island, an English or Hindi-speaking guide, PA insurance, and an Indian lunch at a restaurant after you return. Optional water activities like parasailing, jet skiing, and sea walking are available for additional cost and must be booked through official operators only.

Options for this experience

3 options

Guide in English or Hindi09:00

Guide in English or Hindi09:00

Guide in English or Hindi09:00

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (9 to 61 years) · Child (3 to 8 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Please meet us at Sun Leisure World Travel Desk in Dusit Thani Pattaya. Our Sun Leisure World staff will be there to greet you either at the hotel lobby or at our office located next to the restaurant.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Sightseeing Pattaya

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full beach morning without arranging your own transport, equipment rental, or figuring out lunch: the fixed schedule and included transfers mean you leave your hotel ready to swim and return by early afternoon.

Traveler reviews

4.00★★★★★★★★★★

7 verified traveler reviews

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Hindi.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 8 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What time does the tour start and end?

Hotel pickup begins at 9 AM. You're back at your hotel by 2:30 PM, making it a five-hour tour total.

Is the Indian lunch included in the price?

Yes, Indian lunch is included and served at a restaurant after you return from the island around 1:30 PM.

What water activities cost extra?

Parasailing, jet skiing, and sea walking are optional and cost additional. Snorkeling and swimming are free with included equipment.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear?

No. Snorkel equipment, life jackets, and a beach chair are all provided as part of the tour.

Which hotels does the transfer cover?

Round-trip transfers are available from hotels in Central, North, and South Pattaya. Confirm your hotel location when booking.

Is there a guide on the tour?

Yes, an English or Hindi-speaking guide is included throughout the day to provide information and assistance.

What should I bring?

Bring swimwear, sun protection, comfortable shoes, and a waterproof camera case if you want to photograph underwater. The tour recommends bringing your own sun protection.

Are there any restrictions on who can join?

Children over 120 cm are charged as adults. Pregnant women and people with certain medical conditions (respiratory, heart, high blood pressure, back problems) are advised not to participate. People over 80 kg cannot join parasailing.

What if the driver is late picking me up?

Drivers may be 15–30 minutes late due to traffic. You should wait at your hotel lobby 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Late arrivals from your side may be rescheduled or cancelled with full charge.

Is insurance included?

Yes, PA (personal accident) insurance is included throughout the trip. However, it only covers activities booked through the official tour operators, not unlicensed vendors on the beach.