8 Catamaran Cruises with Lunch and BBQ in Thailand Worth Booking

1.3 Islands Day Tour on Catamaran with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 742 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $109 per person Our pick

From Pattaya, you’ll cruise aboard the 71-foot Serenity catamaran to Koh Phai, Koh Rin, and Monkey Island. Expect swimming, snorkeling, fishing, paddleboarding, a slide, a floating pool, a Thai buffet, soft drinks, towels, and hotel transfers. Multilingual crew members, including guides such as Teddy, keep the day organized and safe.

“We loved the 3 Islands tour. The Catamaran was impressive, comfortable and clean. The beach on the first island was beautiful, the water crystal clear. There were different activities on offer, snorkeling, swimming, kayaking etc. The monkeys on the last island were brilliant to feed, such a fun experience. The food was good and the staff were very friendly and professional. I would 100% recommend this tour.”

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2.Exclusive 3-Island Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 387 reviews · 7 hours · from $104 per person

Spend seven hours aboard a spacious catamaran from Pattaya, visiting Koh Phai, Koh Rin, and Monkey Island. You can snorkel, swim, fish, paddleboard, kayak, and enjoy a Thai buffet with drinks. The beach at Koh Rin is off-limits, but its waters are excellent for snorkeling. Multilingual guides, including Joy, help keep the day running smoothly.

“Super fun, be careful in the bar tho. Drinks are delicious…😂”

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3.Coral and Racha lslands Catamaran Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 285 reviews · 1 day · from $90 per person Best value

Spend a full day aboard Aeolos, a boutique catamaran limited to 22 people, visiting Coral and Racha Islands from Phuket. You’ll get two snorkeling stops, lunch, paddleboards, kayaks, a slide, fishing, and sunset views near Promthep Cape. Guides such as Aiu, Art, Sandy, and Kim are praised for kind, careful service.

“Aiu was so kind and forthcoming and takes great pictures! If you are lucky enough to get Aiu as your tour guide, you’re in for a fun treat! The pickup worked great, the boat was very well equipped with a toilet, plenty of water, retractable windows for rain and the outer deck was a dream. We were approx 14 people but it didnt feel crowded at all. Dont forget to re-apply sunscreen! We had a bit of rain on our way back but it was also really nice to watch! Dont miss out on a wonderful experience well worth the price! Only constructive criticism: they let you smoke on the…”

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4.Coral, Racha, Promthep Island Catamaran Trip & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 106 reviews · 8 hours · from $93 per person

Spend eight hours sailing from Phuket by catamaran to Coral and Racha islands, with snorkeling, beach time, a buffet lunch, and a Maiton Island stop for photos, swimming, and possible dolphin watching. Hotel transfers, drinks, equipment, insurance, and an English, Thai, or Chinese-speaking guide are included.

“We highly recommend this tour. The team was incredibly friendly and helpful. Everything was perfectly organized, the food was delicious, and the views were amazing!”

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5.Aeolos Catamaran Tour to Coral & Racha Islands + Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · from $104 per person Top rated

Spend about eight hours aboard the 22-person Aeolos catamaran, visiting Coral Island and Racha Yai. You get hotel pickup, buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, kayaks or a glass-bottom boat, a waterslide, fishing, and a sunset sail past Promthep Cape. The ride suits couples, families, and anyone who prefers a steady catamaran to a fast speedboat.

“It was a relaxing day. The guides were lovely. The beaches they took us to were beautiful! The hammock seating at the front was very comfortable. The water slide was really fun when we stopped for swimming and snorkelling. The lunch waRead more”

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6.3 Islands Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 57 reviews · 8 hours · from $118 per person

You’ll leave your Pattaya hotel by van, then cruise by catamaran to Koh Phai, Koh Rin, and Koh Ped. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, enjoy a Thai buffet, and watch native samae monkeys near a Buddhist shrine. English and Chinese guides lead the day, with gear, drinks, fruit, showers, and hotel transfers included.

“Everything was very comfortable and it was an excellent day tour!”

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7.Racha and Coral Island Catamaran Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 34 reviews · from $94 per person

You’ll cruise from Phuket’s Chalong Pier to Coral and Racha islands on a catamaran, with hotel transfers, lunch, soft drinks, fruit, sushi, sparkling wine, snorkeling gear, and water toys included. Expect beach time, swimming, snorkeling, and fishing, but note that the English-language support and stop lengths may vary.

“Superb day spent on board, everything was perfect, I recommend this activity”

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8.3 Islands one day trip on Catamaran with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $115 per person

Spend about eight hours aboard a catamaran from Pattaya, visiting Koh Phai for swimming and a flybridge waterslide, Koh Rin for coral-reef snorkeling, and Koh Ped for monkey sightings. Hotel pickup, snorkel gear, island fees, Thai buffet lunch, drinks, and an English-speaking crew are included. The boat can take up to 50 people.

“This was another great experience. The snorkeling was incredible. Staff was great.Lots of room on catamaran. Loved it!!!”

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