Dolce Vita Tour in Pattaya. Program description and price

Among the many excursions offered by tour operators, the Dolce Vita catamaran cruise is worth highlighting.

A few years ago, organizers from Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Russia came up with a new holiday format for tourists. A sea cruise on a large ship with swimming, beach relaxation, and a foam party. The excursion quickly became a favorite among sea programs and was initially freely available to all tour sales agencies.

Important! Currently, the exclusive right to sell the excursion belongs to official large tour operators. The so-called “street” agencies sell a similar cruise version – “Madagascar.”

Dolce Vita Excursion Program

It is very easy to recognize the correct driver. All minibuses have “dolce vita” stickers. You definitely won’t mix it up. Guest collection starts at 7:30 AM for remote areas.

The exact collection time from a specific hotel is written on the excursion voucher.

Minibuses bring tourists to Bali Hai Pier, and the guide escorts guests to the ship. It is also decorated with the “dolce vita” emblem.

• 8:30 Guests are onboard, and the ship departs.
• 8:30-8:45 Tourists gather on the lower deck for a light breakfast. The menu includes cookies, fruits, and drinks.

After breakfast, there is an entertainment program on the 2nd deck.

• 9:30-10:00 The ship arrives at Koh Ped Island, which translates from Thai as ‘Duck Island.’

Fiddler crabs and monkeys are abundant here. Tourists can feed the monkeys with provided food. However, this should be done with caution. One bite and not only the trip will be ruined but the entire vacation.

• 11:00 The ship arrives at Koh Pai Island. Tourists transfer to the shore by boat.
• 11:00-13:00 Free time on the shore. Entertainment program, photo shoots (optional).

The guide conducts an instruction on the use of equipment and safety procedures for snorkeling. Tourists can swim with a mask and see colorful fish and corals.

Important! You cannot pick anything up from the bottom or stand on the corals.

• 13:00-14:00 Return to the ship and lunch. Menu includes: fried chicken, pasta, salads, hot soup, fruits. For dessert, a Thai delicacy – coconut ice cream. During this time, the vessel moves towards Pattaya.
• 14:30 Stop in the open sea.

Several entertainment options are available:

1. swimming in the open sea;
2. fishing with an instructor;
3. riding water slides.

• 16:00 Departure to the pier. On the way, tourists are treated to a foam party.
• 17:00 Return to Pattaya. The ship moors at Bali Hai Pier. Minibuses are already waiting here. The guide seats the tourists in the cars according to their hotel.

Important! You must take sunscreen with an SPF of at least 50 and constantly apply it, otherwise the risk of getting burned is very high.

A free bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks is open throughout the program.

A photographer always works on the excursion. General photos can be found on the official VKontakte group a couple of days later.

An individual photo session or video shooting is available upon request for an additional fee of $50-$150. Tourists receive the result within a week.

The price of the excursion from operators is (Updated from $65-$75).

What to bring with you

Be sure to take the following items on the excursion:

• sunscreen;
• swimsuit;
• towel;
• camera;
• money for a photo shoot (optional).

Dolce Vita Catamaran

On the white three-deck ship, the zones for relaxation, dining, and entertainment are clearly divided.

Lower Deck

This is where the dining area is equipped. Bar, tables, restrooms, and a fresh water hose-shower to wash off salt after swimming.

On the lower deck, children’s animators run a program for the younger guests of the excursion.

Middle Deck

On the second deck of the catamaran is a stage with a DJ. Adult competitions and the foam party on the way back are held here. There is also a shaded area where you can sit.

Upper Deck

Equipped with sun loungers for sunbathing. It offers a good view of the sea and allows for beautiful photos.

Pros and Cons

It is impossible for absolutely everyone to be satisfied with a trip. Opinions and reviews depend on both a person’s mood and their expectations.

Pros of the excursion:

• the cohesive ship crew makes the trip safe;
• all-inclusive.

Cons:

• about 250 people are taken onto the ship;
• there are not enough sun loungers for everyone;
• transporting tourists to the beach takes place in several stages, as the boat holds about 50 people;
• despite being advertised as an excellent family vacation, it is better not to take children on the trip. Not all of them stay with the animator, many go up to the entertainment deck with their parents. The unlimited amount of alcohol and specific contests and jokes are not the best options for young guests.

Overall, the excursion is quite interesting and suitable for small and large groups who want to have a fun and noisy vacation.