Boat trip to local island (koh Larn or coral island)
 One of the most popular daytime excursions in Pattaya is a day trip to the islands off-shore. The closest and visable from South Pattaya Beach is Koh Larn.(coral island) Tourist boats depart from the pier at the south end of South Pattaya Beach. The journey time to the island by a "Big Boat" a converted fishing vessel is 45 minutes or if you are in a hurry to get the island a speed boat will have you there in 15 minutes. Day trips including a BBQ Seafood Lunch is Baht 500.
Beyond Koh Larn is the uninhabited island of Kho Phai (Bamboo Island) The island is under the control of the Royal Thai Navy, overnights stays are not permitted and everything that you will need during the day will have to be taken with you, and brought back afterwards! It is a fine deserted beach that is hawker free.
Beach on Koh Larn
Ta Waen Beach
Featuring the northernmost of Koh Larn, you will have most reputed Ta Waen Beach, famous for its 750m. long and fine golden sand curving the Island. Dazzling white sand contrasts against crystal clear blue water. The beach is particularly well-liked among Asian holiday makers. Other than the pleasure of swimming, you can enjoy various exhilarating water activities such as teenagers’ most popular banana boats, and scampering jet-skis.
Thong Lang Beach
Thong lang beach, a small-sized beach abounds with tranquility, a must for those who seek a true, private and relaxing atmosphere. Major activity here is shallow-water coral snorkeling. A “sea walker” service is also offered where coral enthusiasts can enjoy another way to view underwater corals. The service costs about 1,500 Baht per person. For those who cannot snorkel, a glass bottom boat service can be found on Thong Lang Beach.
Sangwan Beach
Sangwan Beach is a small beach adjacent to the Ta Waen Beach with 150 m. long. Its beauty is not second to Ta Waen Beach, only it offers more true respite that oozes with private and tranquil surroundings which attracts more tourists from Europe.
Thien Beach
Thien beach stretches out 500 m. to the west of Koh Larn. Popular among Thai and European vacationers alike, the beach has the best to offer for water sport facilities such as jet skis and banana boats, but less zesty ambience than at Ta Waen Beach. It is a more peaceful beach. Basically visitors enjoy more of relaxing activities, i.e., swimming, sun bathing and traditional Thai massage.
For overnighters at Thien Beach, bungalows and tents are provided for hire. However, for more luxuries and splendors, Samae beach is better.
Samae Beach
The 300 metres long Samae Beach with serene and find sandy beach, is favored by European holiday makers. A prominent feature of the beach is at the Scenic Viewing Point of Khao Nom where you would be thrilled by the exquisite setting of Koh Larn as well as the modernized and cultivated Pattaya City.
Nual Beach
Nual Beach is situated in the south of Koh Larn with 250-meter long beach under private privilege. The beach is featured with beautiful corals attracting snorkeling lovers. Hotels are available right at the seafront.
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