Snorkeling in Pattaya: 3 Islands on a Catamaran with Lunch

Monkeys greet you at Koh Ped while the catamaran's waterslide waits back onboard.

A full-day snorkeling trip from Pattaya on a private catamaran visits three islands (Koh Phai, Koh Rin, and Koh Ped) with snorkeling, swimming, paddleboarding, and fishing at each stop. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Pattaya are included, along with snorkeling gear, a Thai buffet lunch, and an English-speaking guide. The boat carries a flybridge waterslide and a professional crew.

Step-by-step itinerary

Island hopping and water activities

• Hotel pickup in Pattaya
• Board luxury catamaran
• Visit Koh Phai for snorkeling and paddleboarding
• Enjoy waterslide and fishing at Koh Phai
• Visit Koh Rin for snorkeling and coral reef exploration
• Visit Koh Ped to see monkeys and island scenery
• Enjoy Thai buffet lunch onboard
• Relax and enjoy catamaran facilities
• Return to Pattaya and hotel drop-off

The experience

The catamaran departs from Pattaya with hotel pickup handled beforehand, so you board ready to move between three islands without arranging transport. Koh Phai opens the day with clear water for snorkeling and swimming. The reef at Koh Rin follows, where coral and fish are the draw. Koh Ped closes the loop with monkeys visible on the shore and scenic views to photograph. Between stops, the boat itself becomes part of the experience. A flybridge waterslide lets you cool off, and paddleboarding and fishing are options at any island if you want to try them.

Lunch arrives as a Thai buffet served onboard: pork and chicken BBQ, seasonal fruit, and a spread built for the day's activity. Plain water, coffee, tea, and soft drinks flow throughout, along with snacks and cake. Snorkeling equipment is provided and fitted before you enter the water, so no rental hassle or extra cost. The crew handles the boat's movement between islands and the timing of each stop. Your guide speaks English and keeps the group moving at a pace that lets you linger where the water or the wildlife holds your attention.

Eight hours total means you leave early and return by afternoon, with travel time already counted in that span. Insurance is included in the price, though you'll need a copy of your passport for the paperwork. Bring sunscreen, a hat, swimwear, and sandals. The sun on the water is direct and the islands offer little shade.

What’s included

• English tour guide and group fees.
• round-trip hotel transfer from Pattaya.
• snorkeling equipment.
• island entrance fees.
• insurance.
• Thai buffet lunch with BBQ pork and chicken, seasonal fruit, and snacks.
• beverages including plain water, coffee, tea, Fanta, and Sprite.
• use of the catamaran's flybridge waterslide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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.

Prices and times updated 27 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyNot recommended during pregnancyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by OTO Trip Service

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Pattaya means you skip arranging transport to the pier or timing a taxi: the crew coordinates with you and handles the route, so the full eight hours stays focused on the islands and the water rather than logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 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 24 h before the start.

What's the water like for snorkeling at these three islands?

Koh Phai has crystal-clear water ideal for snorkeling and swimming; Koh Rin is known for its coral reefs and fish; Koh Ped offers shallower areas and the chance to see monkeys on shore while you're in the water nearby.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join this trip?

No, the tour suits all physical fitness levels, and snorkeling equipment is provided and fitted by the crew before you enter the water. The guide is there to help you get comfortable.

Is the catamaran's waterslide included, or do I pay extra?

The flybridge waterslide is part of the boat's facilities and included in the trip. You can use it between island stops whenever you want to cool off.

What happens if I don't want to snorkel the whole time?

Paddleboarding and fishing are available at each island as alternatives. You can also swim without snorkeling gear or simply relax onboard and watch the water.

How does hotel pickup work in Pattaya?

The catamaran arranges round-trip transfer from your Pattaya city hotel, so you don't need to arrange transport to the pier or back. The crew coordinates the timing with you before departure.