Pattaya is famous for its Coral Island water activities. With its breathtaking natural beauty and exhilarating activities, the island offers an unforgettable experience for beach lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Discover the tropical paradise of Pattaya Coral Island, where crystal-clear waters and pristine sandy beaches await.
Embark on thrilling water sports adventures like snorkeling, jet skiing, and scuba diving, or simply relax and soak up the sun on this idyllic island getaway.
One of the highlights of our 3 day trip to Pattaya was the day trip to Coral Island. You must do these activities if your stay is longer in Pattaya.
This Pattaya Island Tour included a variety of fun-filled water activities. Here are the 6 cheap Water sports in Coral Island Pattaya.
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What are the activities included in the Coral Island package?
- Parasailing
- Sea walking
- Jet Ski
- Banana boat
- Coral and fish watching
- Snorkeling
Apart from these activities, the package also included
- Hotel pick up by a Tuk Tuk
- Lunch buffet
- Free photos and videos on a CD
Activity cost
All these activities are done with a Lifevest on to ensure safety. So it is manageable even if you don’t know swimming.
We had pre-booked these water activities through a common friend but they are also available online(Klook, Viator). A day before our trip, a lady from the touring agency came to our hotel and confirmed the same.
We paid her the full amount in cash.
The entire package costs 1900 Thai Baht (THB). 1 THB ~ 2.3 Indian Rupee (₹), 1 Euro (€) ~ 34 THB.
At 8.45 am, the tuk-tuk driver picked us up and dropped us at the meeting point. A guide welcomed us by handing us a towel and a water bottle.
The agent takes care of the Pattaya ferry schedule and makes sure everyone is on board.
Water activities in Pattaya Coral Island
Once everyone reached the meeting point, the guide instructed all the Dos and Don’ts.
Coral Island attractions can get crowded as the day progresses. You can easily get lost as there are 100s of boats carrying 1000s of tourists to that island. So always be with your group until the end of the day.
Pattaya speedboat transfer
The tour operator transferred us to Coral Island through a speed boat. It was a fast and super thrilling ride. Grab a seat at the front end of the boat for some adventure.
1. Parasailing
Parasailing is a popular water sport where you are attached to a parachute-shaped canopy and pulled by a boat. Long queues started building up so we had to wait for our turn. The process was very fast like for every minute, one person flew.
The best part of this activity is when you start flying high. The boat stops in the middle and you slowly start falling toward the sea. Just when you are about to touch, the driver speeds up again giving us the kiss of the seawater.
2. Sea walking
Sea walking is a beautiful way to explore the underwater world; the corals, fishes, and rich marine life. An oxygen mask on your head allows walking on the seafloor. Yes, you can walk undersea (~20m deep).
When you enter underwater with an oxygen mask, pressure difference affects the ears. A few of my friends couldn’t cope with this pressure and they opted out.
The instructor was also harsh as he didn’t give them a second chance. He instructed us only once. So if you don’t follow his words properly it’s your loss.
The walk was surreal. One can touch the coral, admire the fishes around, and even feed them bread. We spent about 15 minutes. This was the most challenging activity of the day and the best of all.
3. Jet Skiing
Jet Skiing is a high-speed water sport. This is one of the easiest activities. The instructor drove a few 100m at high speed and allowed you to drive on the way back. The whole activity lasted for just a few minutes.
4. Banana boat
This is a small, inflatable boat and the instructor tows this small boat with a high-speed boat. A group of 3 or 4 can easily accommodate this banana boat.
The instructor drove us fast and made a sudden U-turn making us fall off. It was an amazing ride but unfortunately lasted only a few minutes.
5. Coral and fish watching
Post lunch, a small boat took us to Snorkeling Point. The boat had a transparent glass bottom where you could watch fish and coral life. This was not interesting especially after Sea walking.
6. Snorkelling
Snorkeling in Pattaya is the most famous activity and is mainly for enjoying the underwater world from the water’s surface. This was one activity that I had no clue how to do, even after completion 
Being the last water sport of the day, the instructors didn’t tell us anything. I tried floating but it was difficult for me to see the underwater life. I couldn’t balance myself as I wasn’t a swimmer.
Indian lunch
In between these water activities, it was lunchtime. There were two options to choose from
- Indian food
- Seafood
We went to the Indian food option. Our instructor took us to an Indian restaurant. It was a half km walk in the burning sun and we were craving food. It was a buffet and the options were decent.
The food was good enough to fill our hunger but if you want to have a tasty menu then go for A la Carte (separate order from menu). Since the island is flooded with tourists, the restaurant failed to provide good service. Roti’s basket was empty and I had to wait for 15 min just to have a fresh round.
Finally, the trip ended and the guide transferred us back to the main coast of Pattaya. We got our CD and it included pictures and videos of the day.
A few more souvenirs are available that can be purchased for 100 THB. Apart from the above, Scuba diving, Flyboarding, Kite surfing, and many more water activities are available.
Pattaya Coral Island travel tips
- The tour operator provides towels to each one of you. Don’t lose them. You will be fined 200 THB.
- Whenever an activity starts, be the first to start. Because long lines start building up testing your patience in the hot sun.
- Always go with an organized tour. Don’t rent a Jet Ski separately.
There have been many Jet Ski scams where you rent a Jet Ski and on your return, the owner says that you damaged the vehicle. That was a dent/damage that was caused earlier.
Tourists end up paying hundreds of euros. The local Police are part of this scam. - Participants over 95 kg are not allowed in for the Parasailing activity.
- The food is not great as these tours are commercialized. So if there is any option for you to skip lunch, I highly recommend it. Find something from the menu directly.
- The best time to visit Coral Island is from November to February.
Are water activities in Pattaya Coral Island worth it?
Do an extensive search on the internet and choose according to your taste.
Pattaya Coral Island trip offers a wide range of thrilling and enjoyable water activities for visitors to indulge in, from snorkeling and parasailing to jet skiing and scuba diving.
Apart from the water sports mentioned above, one can also try Kayaking, Scuba diving, and underwater exploration of marine life.
With its stunning beaches and pristine waters, the Coral Island day trip is a perfect destination for water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Have a blast in Pattaya !!
Overall experience:
out of 5
Time of visit: April 2019
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