| Offer | Duration | "From" price | Included (per the listing) | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Islands Day Tour on Catamaran with Buffet Lunch | 7 to 8 h | $94 | Hotel pickup and drop-off in Pattaya, 71-foot catamaran, Thai buffet lunch, snacks and beverages without alcohol, snorkelling and fishing gear, slide, paddleboard, island entrance fees | Most visitors | See |
| Exclusive 3-Island Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch | 7.5 h | $89 | 73-foot catamaran, transport, marina and island fees, tourist insurance, Thai buffet, fruit, snacks, beverages without alcohol, snorkelling, fishing, paddleboards, kayak | The lowest price among the catamarans | See |
| 3-Island Adventure with Sunset and Buffet Lunch | 7.5 h | $89 | Same three islands, Thai buffet lunch, fruit and drinks, paddleboarding and fishing, sunset at sea | Those who want to end the day at sunset | See |
| 3 Islands Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch | 8 h | $109 | Hotel pickup and drop-off, guide, island entry fees, water, soft drinks, coffee and tea, buffet, fruit, snorkelling gear | Those who want a guide and soft drinks included | See |
| 3-Island Hopping Sunset Yacht & Buffet with Live DJ | 8 h | $89 | 82-foot yacht, hotel transfers, welcome mocktail, buffet lunch, snacks, drinks, live DJ, photoshoot, water floats, paddleboards, kayaks, slide | A livelier day with music | See |
Prices in US dollars as displayed on the listings, seen in October 2026, varying by date and option. Listing ratings: 4.8 (829 reviews) for the first, 4.8 (882) for the exclusive tour, 4.8 (105) for the sunset adventure, 4.8 (60) for the OTO tour, 4.2 (221) for the yacht with live DJ.
3 Islands Day Tour on Catamaran with Buffet Lunch
The listing promises Koh Pai, Koh Rin and Koh Ped on a 71-foot catamaran that can carry up to 60 passengers and crew, based at Jomtien's Ocean Marina. The day includes a Thai buffet-style lunch, snacks and beverages other than alcohol, snorkelling equipment, a slide, paddleboard, floating pool, fresh-water shower, towel, a monkey-feeding activity and island entrance fees, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Rated 4.8 from 829 reviews, marked "top rated", with 87% of English-speaking travellers giving a perfect score. Not suitable for pregnant women. Guides speak English, Chinese, Russian and Thai. See the listing.
Exclusive 3-Island Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch
From $89, rated 4.8 from 882 reviews, with 92% of English-speaking travellers giving a perfect score. A 73-foot catamaran to Koh Phai, Koh Rin and Monkey Island, an air-conditioned transfer to the dock, a 7-hour cruise, a Thai buffet with fruit and snacks, and snorkelling, fishing and paddleboard equipment. The listing notes that the beach of Koh Rin is under the protection of the Thai Royal Navy and is not accessible: you swim and snorkel in the water but do not go ashore. It also asks you to wait in your hotel lobby 5 minutes before pickup and not to touch marine life. Not suitable for pregnant women or wheelchair users. See the listing.
3-Island Adventure with Sunset and Buffet Lunch
From $89, 7.5 hours, rated 4.8 from 105 reviews. The same route as the exclusive tour (Koh Phai, Koh Rin, Monkey Island) with the day ending on deck for the sunset over the Gulf of Thailand. The page lists a Thai buffet lunch, seasonal fruit, drinks, paddleboarding and fishing. Because the sunset is part of the programme, check the return time in the listing before planning your evening. See the listing.
3 Islands Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch (OTO Trip Service)
From $109 for eight hours, rated 4.8 from 60 reviews. Koh Phai (Bamboo Island), Koh Rin and Koh Ped (Monkey Island), with hotel pickup, a guide, island entry fees, water and soft drinks, coffee and tea, a Thai buffet and snorkelling gear. Not suitable for children under 3, pregnant women or people over 60. The booking asks for each traveller's full name, passport number, Thai phone contact and date of birth, and a scan of the passport's first page for children. See the listing.
3-Island Hopping Sunset Yacht & Buffet with Live DJ
From $89, rated 4.2 from 221 reviews, the lowest rating of the selection and marked "likely to sell out". An 82-foot yacht for up to 100 passengers and crew, a welcome mocktail, a buffet lunch with BBQ, a live DJ, a free photoshoot and water toys. Pickup is around 9:30 am and the return to the pier around 7 pm. The page names Koh Kram, Koh Yao Noi and Koh Ling in its description but Koh Phai, Koh Rin and Koh Ped in its highlights, so check the route before booking. See the listing.
What is not included and the pitfalls
- Alcohol: the first two listings and the yacht listing state that alcoholic beverages are not included.
- Leaving from Pattaya: the pickup is at Pattaya hotels. From Bangkok, count about 150 km each way and see Bangkok to Pattaya and where to stay in Pattaya.
- Koh Rin: you cannot land on its beach according to one listing; do not book expecting a beach stop there.
- Passport details: some operators ask for full passport details or a copy; have them ready.
- Age and health limits: pregnant women are excluded; one tour excludes people over 60, another those over 95.
- Sea conditions: the yacht listing warns the activity may be subject to sea conditions.
- What to bring: sunscreen, swimwear, sunglasses, a hat and sandals according to the listings.
- Similar names: several tours share nearly identical descriptions and operators; compare the route, hours and rating rather than the title.
Which offer to choose?
- The reference tour: the 3 Islands Day Tour on Catamaran, for rating, number of reviews and hotel pickup.
- A slightly lower price: the Exclusive 3-Island Catamaran Tour.
- To finish at sunset: the 3-Island Adventure with Sunset.
- A guide and soft drinks included: the OTO catamaran tour.
- Music and a party mood: the yacht with live DJ.
- A beach of white sand rather than a boat day: see Koh Larn from Bangkok and things to do in Pattaya.
Nearby: Sanctuary of Truth.
Booking at the right time
Book a few days ahead in high season and for weekends, especially for the yacht, which shows "likely to sell out". Free cancellation up to 24 hours before applies to all five listings. The yacht operator confirms the pickup time the day before by WhatsApp or email, so give an accurate hotel name.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 3-island catamaran tour from Pattaya? From $89 to $109 per person in October 2026 depending on the tour.
Which islands does it visit? Koh Phai, Koh Rin and Koh Ped (Monkey Island) on most listings.
Is lunch included? Yes, a Thai buffet on all five listings; alcohol is not included on the first two.
Can I do it as a day trip from Bangkok? The tours include pickup in Pattaya only. From Bangkok you must first reach Pattaya (about 150 km), so a night there is more comfortable.
