Pattaya Water Sports｜Scuba diving, banana boat, underwater walking and jet skiing are must-do activities in Pattaya Beach

Pattaya is the most recommended beach resort in the suburbs of Bangkok. Many Tourists who Travel to Bangkok will arrange a day or two to enjoy their vacation in Pattaya. When it comes to must-see attractions in Pattaya, water sports are one of the things you absolutely cannot miss in Pattaya itineraries, but what water sports are recommended in Pattaya? What facilities are recommended for Pattaya Water Sports Day Tour? Now let me introduce them to you one by one!

What water sports are available in Pattaya?

Pattaya’s water activities are not limited to the beach. There are so many water-related activities in the area that people who like playing in the water will never get bored!

Since Pattaya is a coastal city, there are many beautiful beaches here. The most famous Pattaya Beach is just one of them. And because there are so many tourists here, many people say that they can't feel the holiday atmosphere well, and the waters are also quite Dirty. If you want to experience a better seaside time, it is recommended that you go to Jomtien Beach or Bang Saen Beach, which are less crowded, or island hopping to Koh Larn in Pattaya. choose.

Pattaya Beach



Pattaya Beach is one of the most famous attractions in Pattaya, where there are various water activities. However, because of its great fame, 80 to 90 percent of tourists come here, so it has become a bit noisy and the waters are not very clean. It is not recommended to engage in activities such as snorkeling and underwater walking here, but it is okay to try jet skis, banana boats, etc.

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Jomtien Beach



In addition to Pattaya Beach, Jomtien Beach is the second most recommended beach attraction. Jomtien Beach is about 10-15 minutes' drive from the city center. It has fewer tourists and is also suitable for water activities. The sunset view here is the most appreciated.

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Bang Saen Beach



If you still think that Pattaya Beach and Jomtien Beach are too crowded and look too “touristy”, then I would like to recommend another beach that is popular with locals and Thai college students – Bang Xian Beach.

Bangsan Beach is about half an hour's drive from downtown Pattaya. It is located in the north and relatively close to Bangkok, so it can be used as a relay station when Traveling to Pattaya. The beaches and sunsets here are very beautiful. There are also many seafood snack stalls, specialty cafes and sea view restaurants around, where you can enjoy your vacation without being disturbed.

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Coral Island (Koh Larn)



Pattaya Coral Island, also known as Gran Island, is the largest outlying island of Pattaya and one of the famous water sports destinations. Although it is equally famous, perhaps because you need to take a boat to island hop, the crowds are much less than Pattaya Beach. The water is of course cleaner, making it very suitable for snorkeling or underwater walking. If you have enough time, it is recommended that you arrange a day Trip to Pattaya to enjoy water sports on Koh Larn.

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Pattaya Water Park



In addition to beach water activities, Pattaya also has many theme water parks. Unfortunately, due to the epidemic, many of them have suspended operations. Currently, only Ramayana Water Park is still open. Of course, this is also the largest in Southeast Asia. The water park, water facilities, water slides, children's water play area and other facilities are very well planned, and you can have fun here for a whole day!

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Business hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00-18:00, closed on Wednesday

Recommended water sports activities in Pattaya

As for the water sports recommended in Pattaya, what are the recommended activities? The following five are famous in the area:

Paragliding



Paragliding is the only water activity that combines water and air, and it is full of speed and excitement. The appearance of a paraglider looks a bit like a hot air balloon. Before starting, the instructor will ask everyone to put on life jackets and confirm whether all safety accessories are complete. Although this activity may seem scary, it is actually very safe. Just follow the instructor's instructions, hold on to the paragliding rope with both hands, and then fly directly out.

When you fly into the air, the Pattaya sea view is right under your feet, and enjoying it from a high place is a different feeling. During the flight, the instructor will adjust your position from time to time, and sometimes let your feet close to the sea surface so that you can feel the sensation of "walking on water". If you haven't tried this water activity yet, don't miss it!

Jet Ski



The most exciting water activity must be jet skiing! Jet skis are usually driven by instructors, while passengers sit on the back seat to experience the thrill of riding on the sea. Of course, tourists are also given the opportunity to experience stepping on the accelerator and turning the steering wheel. The whole process is relatively safe and there is no need to worry about overturning. If you like exciting water activities, don’t miss the jet ski in addition to paragliding!

Banana Boat



As the name suggests, the banana boat consists of tourists sitting on a yellow inflatable boat with a speedboat tied to the front to take everyone out sailing. This water activity is very suitable for the whole family or a few friends to play together. It is basically safe, but some coaches may be a little "bad" and deliberately drive very fast and then make a big turn to make the boat flip over, and everyone will " Let it cool down." So don’t assume that you won’t come into contact with water during this activity; your cell phone, camera, etc. still need to be waterproof!

Snorkeling



Snorkeling is much more relaxing and leisurely than the above water activities. The recommended snorkeling location is on the way to Pattaya Coral Island. After taking a boat out to sea, the instructor will first check everyone's life jackets and related equipment, and then everyone will go to the sea to see the coral reefs together. With fish.

You don’t need to know how to swim or have any experience for snorkeling. You just need to put on your equipment, relax and go into the sea to enjoy the underwater scenery!

Walking on the seabed



Sea walking is another interesting underwater experience. Under the instruction of the coach, everyone puts on a hood and goes into the sea together to feel the feeling of being surrounded by fish. The coach will give everyone small breads, which can be held in the hands to attract the fish to come closer. It is a very rare experience, not just watching the staff perform in the aquarium.

In addition to the schools of fish, you can also admire the various reefs and ask the instructor to take photos for everyone. I believe it will be a very unforgettable underwater time!

Pattaya Water Sports Day Tour Planning

If you want to arrange a day for free water sports in Pattaya, how should you plan it?

You can go to the beach or coral island by yourself and browse and compare the package plans offered by various operators, or you can buy Pattaya water sports day tour tickets in advance from Klook or KKDay. Below, I also share the Coral Island Day Tour Plan for Pattaya launched by KKDay. You can choose the plan according to the water activities you want to play, or you can choose the all-inclusive plan:

08:45 Bangkok/Pattaya hotel pick up
09:00 Arrive at the pier and take a speedboat to Pattaya Coral Island
09:20 Arrive at Koh Sak to experience water slides, snorkeling, and water park
10:20 Arrive at Coral Island and experience the sun, sea and beach first
11:00 SUP, jet ski and banana boat experience
12:00 Lunch
14:00 Feed the geese and watch them swim
15:00 Leave Coral Island
15:20 Paragliding experience
15:40 Return to hotel

Pattaya Water Sports FAQs

Q. What water sports activities are recommended in Pattaya?

You can go to a dedicated water park to play for a whole day, or you can go to the beach or Pattaya Coral Island to enjoy basic water activities such as snorkeling, underwater walking, banana boats, jet skis, etc.

Q. Where are the best places for water sports in Pattaya?

If you don’t want to be crowded and prefer clean and clear waters, Pattaya Coral Island (Gran Island) is the most recommended.

The water sports experience that you cannot miss during your trip to Pattaya. Are you also excited after seeing this? If you are someone who likes to experience various water activities, you must not miss so many rich and interesting itineraries when you go to Pattaya!