1. Coral Island, also known as Koh Larn, is a small island located about 7 km off the coast of Pattaya, Thailand. The island is famous for its stunning white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and colorful coral reefs, making it ideal for snorkeling and diving. There are several beaches on the island, such as Tawaen Beach, Samae Beach, and Nual Beach, each offering its charm and different activities like jet-skiing, banana boat, and parasailing. The island is also known for its seafood, and visitors can enjoy an array of fresh and delicious seafood dishes at several beachfront restaurants.
2. The island is open daily from 7 am to 6 pm. For more information, visitors can contact the Coral Island Tourist Information Center at +66 88 548 3525.
3. To reach the island, visitors need to take a ferry from Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya. The ferry runs every 30 minutes, starting at 7 am and ending at 6:30 pm, and the journey takes about 30 minutes. The ferry ticket costs around 30-50 THB per person, and visitors need to pay an additional 20 THB for the National Park fee upon arrival at the island. Visitors can also book a day-trip package with a tour operator in Pattaya, which includes ferry transportation, lunch, and various activities, for about 1000-1500 THB per person.