Pattaya: ATV or Buggy Beginner Tour with Lunch & Pickup

Summary

ATV & buggy ride through Pattaya trails with food stop and local guide

You’ll feel the rush of Pattaya’s countryside as you ride an ATV or buggy along 28km of off-road trails with a friendly local guide. Try your hand at driving—even if it’s your first time—and pause for water breaks in quiet spots before sharing lunch with new friends. Includes hotel pickup, gear, and plenty of laughs along the way.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to laugh so much trying to squeeze into the helmet. The gear felt heavier than I thought, but once we got onto the practice track near that banana plantation (which smelled kind of sweet and earthy), it all made sense. Our guide, Lek, grinned as he showed us how to handle the ATV—he kept saying “mai pen rai” every time someone stalled out. It’s hard not to relax when everyone around you is just in it for the fun.

The actual 28km off-road course was bumpier than any road I’ve ever been on—mud splashing up, bits of red dust everywhere, and sometimes you’d catch a whiff of wet grass after a turn. At one point we stopped for water and I realized how quiet it gets out there, except for birds and someone’s distant laughter. Lek pointed out some fruit trees I couldn’t name (I tried repeating the Thai word; he laughed politely). It was hot but not unbearable—just enough to make you appreciate the breeze when you picked up speed.

Lunch after felt like a reward. I went for the beef burger (surprisingly juicy) and grabbed too many fries while chatting with a couple from Chiang Mai who’d never done this either. There were showers if you wanted them—I did, because my arms were basically dust by then. The whole thing felt less like a tour and more like hanging out with people who don’t care if you get muddy or mess up your Thai pronunciation. I still think about that weirdly peaceful moment in the middle of nowhere before we revved up again.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Beginner ATV tour in Pattaya

• Welcome and safety briefing
• Driving tuition at practice track
• 28 km off-road ATV tour
• Breaks for water and photos
• Post-tour drinks and meal
• Showers and changing rooms available

Top questions

Is prior ATV or buggy experience required?

No, beginners are welcome and driving tuition is provided at the start.

How long is the Pattaya ATV tour?

The main ride covers 28 km over about two hours, plus time for breaks and lunch.

Are hotel pickups included in Pattaya?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included if requested with your booking details.

What food is served after the tour?

You can choose beef, chicken or vegetarian burgers with fries, salad, fresh fruit and soft drinks.

Is this ATV tour suitable for children?

Children must be at least 15 years old and accompanied by an adult.

What should I wear for the beginner ATV tour?

Wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty; safety gear is provided on site.

Are there showers available after riding?

Yes, showers and changing rooms are available post-tour.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible; service animals are allowed too.

What’s included

Your day includes air-conditioned hotel pickup and drop-off in Pattaya, all safety gear like helmet and gloves, a local guide throughout the 28km ride, soft drinks during breaks, plus a relaxed lunch with burgers (beef, chicken or vegetarian), fries, salad and fresh fruit before heading back refreshed—or at least less dusty—than when you started.