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Pattaya: Coral Island & Sak Island Adventure Trip

1. Pattaya: Coral Island & Sak Island Adventure Trip

On this unique tour, benefit from a versatile selection of action-packed adventure options as you explore the serene natural beauty of the Pattaya Islands. Make the day your own by choosing as many water activities as you'd like. Your guide will ensure you catch all of the highlights. Begin your island excursion with pickup from your hotel in Pattaya. For your first adventure of the day, take to the skies with the adrenaline rush of parasailing. Soar above the water and cruise over Pattaya Beach. Awaiting you are the panoramic views of expansive, crystal-clear blue waters. After you've finished your first activity, take a stroll along the coastline, marvel at the coral reef and paddle peacefully on a paddle board before heading to Coral Island. While you cruise, admire the breathtaking beauty of the pristine waters and sandy beaches. If you're hungry, grab lunch at an island restaurant by Tawean Beach. Fully replenished and ready for action, hit the water for your choice of afternoon thrills. Climb on a banana boat, or rev the engine on a jet ski. Afterwards, you might seize the opportunity to rest on the beach; soaking up the sun's rays. Next on the agenda, zoom along the water to discover the stunning coral reefs and marine life around Sak Island. On board, grab your snorkeling gear and dive in, or explore the sea floor up close with a seawalker. Marvel at the diversity of the vibrant underwater world as sea creatures swoop by. Once you've scouted out every corner of the reef, it's time to pack up and return to shore. Relax on the way back and enjoy a final transport to your hotel to conclude your tour.

From Bangkok: Pattaya Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip

2. From Bangkok: Pattaya Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip

Spend the day in the company of Thailand's native gentle giants on a day trip from Bangkok to an ethical elephant sanctuary in Pattaya. Get the chance to feed, bathe, and walk the elephants. Lunch, hotel pickup and drop-off, and fruit are included. Be picked up from your accommodation in Bangkok by an air-conditioned vehicle. Journey approximately 2 hours through scenic agricultural areas, hills, and beach, before arriving at the Sanctuary in Pattaya.  There, meet your English-speaking guide and learn some insights about the elephants you are about to meet. After gathering up some bananas and sugar cane to feed to the elephants, walk with your guide through the sanctuary, discovering free-roaming elephants in safe, sustainable and ethical environments, and hear their individual stories.  Touch, feed, photograph, and interact with the elephants at your leisure while you learn about their lifestyle and behaviors. After you have met all the elephants, accompany them to a nearby mud spa. Get muddy with the elephants as you apply a healthy cosmetic mud treatment to their skin.  Next, walk with the elephants to a nearby river and join them in the water for a refreshing bath. Take a swim and help bathe and brush the elephants while they wade through and play in the water. Once the elephants are clean, you can take some final photos of them, and then it will be time to part ways with your new friends and change into some dry clothes.  Finally, enjoy eating some snacks and seasonal fresh fruits. After you're done at the Sanctuary, drive back to your hotel in Bangkok to enjoy the rest of your stay.

Tiffany's Show Pattaya: Cabaret Show Entry Ticket

3. Tiffany's Show Pattaya: Cabaret Show Entry Ticket

Treat yourself to something special and witness Tiffany's Show Pattaya in all its glory. Watch dazzling performances and listen to exciting musical numbers. Bring the whole family along for the highly regarded performance. Tiffany’s Show Pattaya is the world's first transgender cabaret show. With five decades of experience, the family-oriented show was voted among the top 10 world's best shows and has received the Prime Minister's Creative Award. See the show awarded the People's Choice Award and Thailand Tourism Awards: Award of Excellence, as well as Thailand's most coveted tourism award, the Hall Of Fame. Tiffany’s Show Pattaya has organized the well-known Miss Tiffany’s Universe since 1998 and Miss International Queen since 2004 with the aim to raise human rights and equality for all. Witness spectacular performances, impressive costumes, and out-of-this-world set design. Choose from a variety of seating, whether it's the mezzanine or VIP seating closer to the stage.

Pattaya: Full Day Island Hopping by Catamaran with Lunch

4. Pattaya: Full Day Island Hopping by Catamaran with Lunch

Luxury Boat tours and trips in Pattaya, Thailand. The trip on a 71 ft luxury Catamaran which features an incredible ensuite Living area, BBQ and refrigeration facilities, fresh water shower and attached dingy with outboard motor. Ample dining areas are provided under the cover of the boats top-deck whilst passengers can enjoy the sun and sea breeze out on the relaxation netting at the front of the vessel. The yacht has the ability to host up to 60 passengers and crew on both public and privately arranged tours around Pattaya bay and the surrounding islands. Based out of Jomtien’s Ocean Marina, off the Sukhumvit Road, we have an established track record, renowned for their premium service, attention to detail and first-class safety record. Although many tours and packages are available with competing companies, We ensures that your trip will be one to remember whilst your every need is catered for on their luxury yacht. The magnificent design and uniqueness of the Serenity ensures that you are the focal point of attention as you are cruising the Pattaya bay amongst the throngs of overcrowded, run-down, single hulled boats. Whilst on a tour with us, a full-day, 7-hour cruise, you are catered with a full Thai buffet style lunch including various local cuisines. Snacks and beverages are provided throughout the trip with the exception of alcohol. Whilst frolicking in the pristine ocean surroundings of some the best islands on the Eastern Seaboard of Thailand, you are provided with snorkeling equipment to enjoy the vast natural coral reefs that exists around the islands.

Pattaya: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Interactive Tour

5. Pattaya: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Interactive Tour

On the morning of your visit, you will be picked up from your accommodation in Pattaya and will be driven for approximately 45 minutes through scenic agricultural areas before arriving at the Sanctuary. There, you will meet your English-speaking guide and learn a little about the elephants. After being handed bananas and sugar cane to feed to the elephants, walk with your guide through the sanctuary, discovering free-roaming elephants in a safe, sustainable and ethical environment, and hearing their individual stories. You can touch, feed, photograph, and interact with the elephants at your leisure while you learn about their lifestyle and behaviors. After you have met all the elephants, accompany them to a nearby mud spa. Get muddy with the elephants as you apply a healthy cosmetic mud treatment to their skin. Next, walk with the elephants to a nearby river and join them in the water for a refreshing bath. Take a swim and help bathe and brush the elephants while they wade through and play in the water. Once the elephants are clean, you can take some final photos with them, and then it will be time to part ways with your new friend and change into some dry clothes. Finally, enjoy eating some snacks and seasonal fresh fruits. End your journey with a hotel drop-off at your place in Pattaya. 

From Pattaya/Bangkok: Island Day Trip with Beach Activities

6. From Pattaya/Bangkok: Island Day Trip with Beach Activities

Take a break from Bangkok or Pattaya with a beach day trip to Coral Island or Koh Larn. Go parasailing, kayaking, banana boating, and more all against the stunning backdrop of Thai islands. See coral and fish as you snorkel in crystal-clear waters. Choose to include a jet ski ride in your tour. After hotel pickup, travel to the pier for the first activity of the day: parasailing. Enjoy the panoramic view of Pattaya Bay as you fly through the sky. Then, take a walk along the seaside and admire the coral reef before traveling to Coral Island, marvel at the beautiful views of the island. Fuel up on energy for your afternoon of activities with lunch. Then, enjoy an adrenaline-filled ride on a banana boat and calmly paddle across the sea in a kayak, admiring marine life through the transparent kayak. If you have chosen to include jet skiing in your day, zoom across the sea. Relax on the beach for a while before heading Sak, Island where there are magnificent coral reefs and fishes to discover. Put on the provided snorkeling gear and dive into the water to see what you can find. At around 3:30 PM, head back to the van to be returned to your hotel.

From Pattaya: Tandem Skydive

7. From Pattaya: Tandem Skydive

Get the ultimate rush of adrenaline on this tandem skydive with pickup from Pattaya. Fall to earth at high velocity whilst secured by your expert instructor for the ultimate thrill ride. After pickup from your accommodation in Pattaya, arrive at the skydiving center and get checked in. Watch a safety training video before meeting your skydiving instructor. Before you jump, have some photos taken with your friends before you take off into the air. Feel the anticipation as you get set for your jump from a cruising altitude of 15,000 feet. Admire the fantastic views of the Gulf of Thailand, Lake Nong Kho, and vast mountain ranges. Next, hear the door open and feel your heart palpitate as you get ready to jump. Securely fastened to your instructor, leap out of the airplane, and plummet to the ground at high speed. As you accelerate to terminal velocity try to catch a glimpse of the earth coming closer towards you. Once the parachute opens, glide back down to the ground as you take in the fantastic views. Afterward, you can choose to purchase photos of your experience.

Pattaya: Alcazar Cabaret Discounted Admission Ticket

8. Pattaya: Alcazar Cabaret Discounted Admission Ticket

Enjoy one of the best cabaret performances in Thailand at the Alcazar Cabaret show, which has been delighting audiences from around the world since 1981. The Alcazar Show one of the most renowned and longest-running transgender cabaret shows in Thailand featuring great theater facilities, flamboyant costumes, and 400 talented performers. See traditional acts inspired by countries from all over the world including the Korean fan dance. Join a vibrant celebration of diversity, inclusiveness, and empowerment that symbolizes Thai culture. Appreciate the perfect blend of acting, stage design, costumes, and powerful performances that audiences of all ages can enjoy. Choose from 3 seating options, a standard seat on the 2nd floor, a deluxe seat on the 1st floor, or a VIP seat on the 1st floor. Find more information on the seating map in the image gallery.

Pattaya : Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Interactive Tour

9. Pattaya : Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Interactive Tour

Be introduced to rescued elephants and have the chance to go for a walk with them and observe them bathing and playing in the water on this tour to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Travel from your accommodation in Pattaya in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle.  Hop aboard and journey for approximately 45 minutes through scenic agricultural areas, hills, and along beaches, before arriving at the Sanctuary in Pattaya. Meet your English-speaking guide and learn some insights about the elephants you are about to meet. Get acquainted with the herd of elephants by feeding them fruit and vegetables that you have prepared for them. Take a leisurely walk with the elephants, stopping to watch them forage for snacks along the way. Watch the elephants cool off and make a splash in their custom-built pool. See how elephants nourish and protect their skin from insects by coating it in mud. Observe how elephants communicate using vocalizations and touch.  Refuel after your adventure with a nice Thai lunch and some local fruits. After you're done at the Sanctuary, be driven back to your hotel in Pattaya.

Pattaya: Art in Paradise 3D Museum Discounted Ticket

10. Pattaya: Art in Paradise 3D Museum Discounted Ticket

Discover unconventional paintings using an art technique where 2-dimensional pictures turn into 3-dimensional images through the use of optical illusions. Explore the museum which features 10 galleries including the Camouflage Room, Under the Ocean Room, Wildlife Room, Classical Art Room, Civilization Room, and Surrealism Room.  Explore the interactive galleries and touch, climb, pose and take photos with all the paintings. Enjoy a family-friendly activity, and let your creativity shine as you interact with the artwork.

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4.7 / 5

based on 1,371 reviews

Worth the price. This was a premium/luxury service we paid for that we didn’t expect top notch service for. We chose the group tour to pattaya but no one else had book the tour on the same day, so we ended up having a private charter to ourselves. We travelled in a family of four and had the whole mini bus to ourselves. Our tour gift was Youi and she was exceptionally amazing and very knowledgeable about Pattaya. She gave us space and our own time and was always around when needed. If you need to book any activities on the beach, ask youi as she can get better deals and they look after you really well. The lunch provided was delicious, both adult and kids loved it. A really relaxing trip and the ride was very comfy. Definitely would recommend to anyone and would book the tour again.

The highlight of my trip to Thailand was Pattaya Elephant Sanctuary. A home for rescued abused elephants, their stories awful but now they have a wonderful life taking mud baths, playing in the pool, foraging in the forest. When we arrived the elephants came running out to greet us as they knew banannas & sugarcane come with new visitors. Walked thru the forest while the elephants leisurely munched on leaves...off to a favorite pool where they to play and roll around in the water. Everyone at the Sanctuary were absolutely wonderful and take great care of the elephants and rescued dogs! Highly recommend this trip!

Our driver Eddy was great, extremely kind, and professional. Make sure you ask for him when you book it. Services/drivers are hit and miss in Thailand.

10/10 experience. Very interactive and the guides were extremely warm and inviting.

Incredible experience with a company that really cares about the elephants!