For a double dose of adrenaline and a chance to conquer your
fears - all those who fear and even those who secretly aspire to be, Thailand
is the place to be! Nothing like trying thrilling water sports in Thailand and
going to the banana!! And for those who find the water seductive but cannot get
stung because they cannot swim, you do not even need to know how to swim!
10 best water sports in Thailand
Thailand is the place to go if you want to try incredible
water activities. Here is a list of the best water sports in Thailand. Make
your choice.
1. Diving
Diving in Thailand is a popular water sport. The country is
a paradise for divers, scuba diving being one of the most popular water
adventure sports in Pattaya. Enjoy your dive with these whale sharks, leopard
sharks and manta rays. Simply dive into the crystal clear waters, swim around
kilometers and miles of coral and be part of the colorful underwater life.
Ideal time: the east coast offers diving all year long,
while the west coast, more exciting, is perfect between December and April.
Ideal location:
Swimming: not
required
Approximate cost:
A day trip with two dives starts from 3000 Baht, depending on the site and the
number of dives (equipment included)
Tip: Are you a
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2. Banana Boat
We do not all want to indulge in extreme sports all the
time. For those of you who want a little fun and frolic in the waters of
Thailand, banana boats are for you! A standout amongst best water sports in
Phuket is banana boating. This is a great option for families who want to
experience thrills together in the water.
Ideal period:
September to April
Ideal location:
almost everywhere but popular in Phuket and Pattaya
Swimming: not
required
Approximate cost:
700 Baht for a group of six people for a half-hour fun ride on a banana boat
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3. jet ski
For a thrilling adventure, all you need is jet skiing! And
no, you do not need to know how to swim, you know how to ride a bike. And for
you, solitary adventurers, the jet-ski on the vast sea is simply exhilarating.
It is one of the most famous water sports in Pattaya.
Ideal time:
September - April
Ideal location:
available almost everywhere, especially in Pattaya and Phuket.
Swimming: not
required
Surmised cost:
700 Baht for a jet ski for 30 minutes.
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4. Wakeboard
The wakeboard is one of the fastest growing water sports in
Thailand. Catch this cable behind a motor boat, climb a board and zoom into the
wake of the boat. Beginner camps abound in Thailand and there are many for
professionals. If you are in Bangkok and do not find a suitable place for water
sports in Bangkok, go to Thai Wake Park, near the city.
Ideal moment:
available all year long
Great location: Thai
Wake Park near Bangkok
Lake Taco, for learners
Awakening on board at Koh Phangan
Swimming: not
required
Approximate cost:
Wake up can be done at a cost as low as 300 Baht for two hours
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5. Sailing
This water sport is a call to the traveler in you. Imagine
yourself at the helm of this magnificent yacht, navigate to the horizon,
explore the ocean as you go. Thailand offers you many opportunities. You can
opt for a sailing course or just a day trip. It's also a great experience for
beginners who want to learn the basics of sailing. And yes, swimming is not a
prerequisite here again.
Ideal moment:
sailing takes place all year long
Convenient Location:
Phang Nga Bay, Koh Phi Phi, Similan Islands (Nov-April)
Swimming: not
required
Approximate cost:
A day of sailing in a HITIA 24 for two departures at 2520 Baht. A larger yacht
can cost you up to 13,000 Baht off season at 19,000 Baht in season (November to
April).
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6. Kite Surf
A sucker for extreme sports? Kite surfing is for you! This
sport is making its way from the west and is becoming an increasingly popular
water sport in Thailand. Just one step ahead of the wakeboard, the controlled
kite slips on the waves. What else? If you want to learn kite-surfing, it can
be done in less than three days in one of the many kite-board schools here.
Ideal time:
November to April
Great Location:
Phuket, Koh Samui, Hua Hin Beach
Swimming: not
required
Approximate cost:
an hour of kitesurfing at 1100 baht
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7. Windsurfing
Cannot you decide to surf or surf? Well, windsurfing is the
solution. Thailand is the best of the most popular destinations for this sport
in Asia. The conditions - wind, waves, scenic spots - are almost perfect. If
your friends know how to windsurf and you do not do it, reassure yourself, you
can start playing in the board in a few hours.
Ideal period:
November to April and July / August in Pattaya
Great location:
Phuket and Pattaya
Swimming: basic
level
Approximate cost:
learn windsurfing in one day at 4000 Baht
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8. Snorkeling
Want to witness the incredible underwater colorful life that
will dazzle you? Snorkeling in Thailand is the best of its kind. Crystal clear
water, beautifully shaped corals and a myriad of fish species can be so
appealing that you'll never want to come back! Virtually both coasts of
Thailand are ideal for snorkeling. The rainy season can make the water a little
cloudy and jerky, but hey, it's out of season and the pocket is easy.
Ideal time:
November to April
Ideal location:
Similan Islands and Surin to the west, Koh Tao, Ko Samui and Ko Pha-Ngnan to
the east
Swimming: basic
level
Approximate cost:
3 days of snorkeling in Thailand can be done in 2600 baht
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9. Water skiing
Hang on to the rope behind the speedboat and water ski. One
of the most popular water sports in Phuket, you can try it at the sea or in one
of Thailand's water ski parks: your choice. The equipment and the boats are all
ready for you.
Ideal time:
November to April
Great location:
Phuket
Swimming: basic
level
Approximate Cost:
Half an hour of water skiing in a hot tub starts at 500 Baht.
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10. Kayaking
Kayaking can be the most exciting way to get a glimpse of
Thailand's natural beauty in all its splendor. Age no bar, this water sport is
intended for young and old. You could have a guide paddling or paddling your
own kayak. It's not just the sea, you'll now discover the diversity of the
countryside, verdant jungles, limestone cliffs, breathtaking lagoons, intricate
sea caves and mangroves. There are many kayak operators to choose from.
Ideal period: all
year long, the best season being from November to April
Ideal location:
Koh Panek and James Bond Island in Nga Bay, between Phuket and Krabi
Swimming: If you
kayak for yourself, yes. If with an instructor, basic swimming would suffice.
Approximate Cost:
The half day kayak in the Krabi area starts at 800 Baht for an adult and 600
Baht for a child.
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