Kayaking in Pattaya: Clear Kayaks at Haadtien Beach

Paddle a clear kayak where the water shows the bottom

Kayak and paddleboard at Haadtien Beach near Pattaya, a quiet cove with no high-rises, using clear kayaks that let you see straight down into the water. Hotel pickup from Pattaya, speed boat transfer to the island, lunch at noon, and free drone photos of your day are included. The group stays small and the staff is fully vaccinated.

The experience

The clear kayak is the whole point here. You paddle it yourself in water shallow enough to see the seabed through the hull, which changes what kayaking feels like. You're not gliding over mystery, you're floating above the actual bottom. Haadtien Beach has none of the high-rise clutter of central Pattaya. It's a lush, tree-lined cove where the water stays calm. You get unlimited use of both clear kayaks and SUP boards, so if you want to try the paddleboard instead, or switch between them, you do.

The day runs from 8:30 am pickup at your Pattaya hotel to roughly 3:40 pm drop-off. A speed boat takes you from Bali Hai Pier to the island, where you paddle and swim until noon. Lunch happens on the beach, then you have three hours to relax, sunbathe, or feed the geese that live there. A licensed guide speaks English, Thai, Korean or Chinese, and a drone operator shoots photos and video of you on the water. Those files are yours to keep. The group stays small, and everyone on staff is fully vaccinated.

Hotel pickup is free for Pattaya addresses. Hotels in the Bangkok area may carry an extra charge, paid on the day. Bring a swimsuit and sunscreen. The boat, guide, lunch, water, insurance and all gear are included.

What’s included

• Speed boat transfer from Bali Hai Pier to the island.
• unlimited use of clear kayaks and SUP boards.
• hotel pickup in Pattaya.
• lunch at the beach.
• bottled water.
• free drone photos and videos.
• a licensed guide in English, Thai, Korean or Chinese.
• insurance.
• and all paddling gear.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (7 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 6 years) · Infant (under 4)

Live guideEnglish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by You Make My Day

Is this one for you?Book this if you're based in Pattaya and want a half-day beach outing with kayak and SUP included. Choose a different tour if you need just a couple of hours or prefer a full-day commitment.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Thai, Korean, Chinese and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 6 years); Infant (under 4).

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 24 h before the start.

What's it like to paddle a clear kayak instead of a regular one?

A clear kayak has a transparent hull so you see straight down into the water as you paddle. At Haadtien Beach the water is shallow and calm, so you watch the seabed move beneath you instead of paddling over dark water. It changes the whole feel of being on the water.

Can I try both the kayak and the SUP board on the same day?

Yes. You have unlimited use of both clear kayaks and SUP boards during your time at the beach, so you can switch between them or stick with one. It's your choice how to spend the water time.

How much of the day is actually spent paddling versus relaxing?

You paddle and swim from when the boat arrives at the island until noon, roughly three hours. After lunch you have until 3 pm to relax, sunbathe, feed the geese or paddle more if you want. The boat leaves at 3 pm for the return to Pattaya.

Is Haadtien Beach crowded like the main beaches in Pattaya?

No. Haadtien Beach is a quiet cove with lush trees and no tall buildings, designed as a more relaxed alternative to the busier Pattaya beaches. The group size is kept small to match that atmosphere.

What happens if I don't want to paddle? Can I just swim and relax?

Yes. The kayaks and SUP boards are available to use, but there's no requirement. You can spend the day swimming, sunbathing, feeding the geese and relaxing on the beach instead.

Do I need any experience to paddleboard or kayak?

No. The guide is there to help, and the water at Haadtien is shallow and calm. Both the clear kayak and SUP board are stable and suitable for all fitness levels with no prior experience needed.