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Koh Larn Day Trip
from Pattaya

Koh Larn sits just about 7 km off Pattaya, and the boat ride is under half an hour to clear water and white sand. It's perfect if you only have one day but still want a proper beach day. This is an hour-by-hour plan you can actually follow — from catching the boat at Bali Hai Pier, hitting Tawaen Beach, snorkeling, trying some water sports, and stopping at the viewpoint, all while making it back for the evening boat. Real prices and the things to watch out for are in here too.

⛴️ Morning to evening🤿 Snorkeling + water sports💸 From ~1,000 THB/person
Koh Larn Day Trip from Pattaya

🔄 Updated 21 Jun 2026

You can easily do Koh Larn in a single day if you plan the boats and timing well. The thing people get wrong most often is showing up late and hitting a packed boat or a long water-sports queue. So this plan starts a little early — that way you get the clear morning water and you're not fighting a thousand other people for a spot on the same beach.

Read this before you go

Long weekends get very busy — the morning boats fill up fast, so aim to be at Bali Hai Pier before 8am · The water around Koh Larn can turn murky on some days depending on wind and waves, so check the forecast if you want it clear · Pack your trash out and take it back to the mainland to bin, so the beach stays clean for the next group.

How to get the boat — schedules and prices

Boats to Koh Larn leave from Bali Hai Pier (at the far end of Pattaya's Walking Street, in South Pattaya). There are two main options — pick based on your budget and how much time you have.

  • Passenger ferry — 30 THB/person, takes around 30–45 min. Morning departures are roughly 6:30, 7:00 and 7:30, then there's a 10:00 run and more through the evening. Most go to Tawaen Beach. Cheap, but build in extra time.
  • Speedboat — around 150–300 THB/person (shared) and only 10–20 min. You can pick which beach to land at. Good if you're short on time and want to get there fast.
  • Boats back from Koh Larn — return ferries run roughly at 8:00, 9:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00 and 17:00. Double-check the last departure of the day and don't miss the evening boat.

Boat tips

Schedules and times change with the season and the weather, so check the pier's page or kohlarn.co again before you go · If you're a group, chartering a speedboat can work out better value and gives you more flexibility on the return time.

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Booking online ahead on Klook or GetYourGuide is usually cheaper than the gate and skips the queue. Pick only the experiences you actually want — prices and availability are shown live on each site.

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The one-day plan, hour by hour

Here's a morning-to-evening plan that actually works on the ground. If you want it more relaxed, just cut a stop or two to suit you.

Morning

Leave Pattaya, land at Tawaen Beach

07:30
Arrive at Bali Hai Pier, buy boat ticketsOn weekends, come earlier — the boat queue gets long
08:00
Board the boat to Koh LarnFerry 30–45 min / speedboat 10–20 min
08:45
Reach Tawaen Beach, grab a beach chair, drop your stuffChair + umbrella runs about 100–150 THB — agree on the price first
09:15
Get in the water early, before it gets busyThe water is usually clearer in the morning than the afternoon
Late morning–midday

Snorkeling + water sports

10:00
Try water sports at Tawaen BeachParasailing, banana boat, jet ski, sea walker — prices below
11:30
Take a boat out to a clear-water snorkeling spotRent a mask and life vest; boats run you out to the reef off the beach
12:30
Seafood lunch by the beachPlenty of spots along Tawaen Beach — check the per-dish price before you order
Afternoon–evening

Other beaches + the viewpoint

13:30
Rent a motorbike or hop a songthaew to another beachMotorbike 200–400 THB/day · songthaew 20–50 THB/person
14:00
Stop by Samae Beach or Nual Beach — quieter, clear waterFewer people than Tawaen, good for just chilling
15:00
Head up to the windmill viewpointThe road up is steep, ride carefully — you get a 360° sea view
16:00
Head back to the pier, get ready for the return boatLeave time to return the bike and get there
17:00
Catch the evening boat back to PattayaConfirm the last departure of the day to be safe

Water sports prices — check before you play

Water sports at Tawaen Beach are usually sold as bundled packages, covering everything from snorkeling and sea walking to parasailing and jet skis. The prices below are rough ranges from tour operators — ask about the price and conditions clearly before you pay.

1

Snorkeling

From ~200–400 THB/person, or included in a package

Rent a mask and life vest; a boat runs you out to the reef off the beach. Good for all ages, kids included. How clear it is depends on the weather that day.

All agesMost popular
2

Banana boat

Included in the water sports package

A fast, fun towed banana boat you ride as a group. Common in bundled packages. Wear a life vest every time.

Group fun
3

Sea walker (walking on the seabed)

Included in the B5/A package, from around 2,400 THB

You wear a glass helmet and walk along the seabed watching the fish. No swimming skills needed, and a guide stays with you the whole time.

No swimming needed
4

Parasailing

Included in the A package, from around 2,600–2,700 THB

You float up for a view of the island from above — exciting, but short. Check the condition of the gear and the operator before you go up.

Aerial viewThrill seekers
5

Jet ski

Priced separately or included in the A package

Drive it yourself or ride on the back — fun, but pricey, and there are frequent damage-fee disputes. Agree on the price and conditions in writing before you start.

Watch for damage fees

Safety first

Wear a life vest for every activity and make sure the operator looks trustworthy · Jet skis are a common source of inflated damage claims — photo/video the condition of the machine before you ride and pin down the price clearly · If the sea is rough that day, push it back or skip it entirely — that's the safer call.

Which beach suits you

Main beach

Tawaen Beach

The island's main beach — busy, with restaurants and water sports all in one place. Best if you're here for the day and want everything in one spot.

Quiet

Samae Beach

Quieter, with clear water — good for chilling away from the crowds, and not far from the windmill viewpoint.

Clear water

Nual Beach

A small beach with pretty, clear water and not many people — good for photos and an easy swim.

Rough budget per person

  • Round-trip boat — ferry ~60 THB / shared speedboat ~300–600 THB
  • Beach chair + umbrella — ~100–150 THB
  • Seafood lunch — ~150–350 THB/person depending on what you order
  • Snorkeling + motorbike rental — ~300–600 THB
  • Budget total — from around 1,000 THB/person (not counting the big water-sports packages)

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FAQ

Is one day enough for Koh Larn?

It's enough for 1–2 beaches and the main activities. Start early and you can fit swimming, snorkeling and a viewpoint stop. But if you want to hit every beach without rushing, staying one night is more relaxed.

What time should I go to Koh Larn?

Aim to reach Bali Hai Pier before 8am, especially on long weekends when the boats are packed and queues are long. Going early also gets you clearer water than the afternoon.

How much do Koh Larn water sports cost?

They're usually sold as bundled packages, from around 2,400–2,700 THB for a set with sea walker, parasailing, banana boat and snorkeling. Snorkeling on its own starts around 200–400 THB. Ask about the price and conditions clearly before you pay.

Is the water at Koh Larn always clear?

Not always — clarity depends on the wind and waves that day, and the water can turn murky in poor weather. Check the forecast before you go, and swim in the morning when it tends to be clearer.

Do I need to rent a vehicle on Koh Larn?

If you're only doing Tawaen Beach you can walk it, so no need. But to reach other beaches or the viewpoint, renting a motorbike (200–400 THB/day) or taking a songthaew (20–50 THB/person) is easier. Some stretches of road are steep, so ride carefully.

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