Thailand · BUFFET EXPERIENCES
Good buffet experiences fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Krabi’s 7 Islands Sunset Tour, with longtail boats, snorkeling, buffet dinner, sunset at Koh Poda, and glowing plankton.
“This tour was amazing and worth the money! I went with a couple of my friends and we enjoyed the snorkelling and our tour guide (micky). Our favourite part was the night snorkelling to see the glowing plankton. Would recommend!!”
Review of Bangkok’s Alangka dinner cruise, with Thai seafood, live music, night views, practical tips, value, and route details.
“Long wait and unorganized method of getting food, but very good overall experience”
Enjoy Bangkok views from Baiyoke Sky’s 77th and 84th floors, with a 1.5-hour international buffet and unlimited soft drinks.
“We had the good fortune of meeting a fellow traveller in Vietnam who had visited the Baiyoke Hotel Tower and enjoyed the buffet previously. The whole experience was well worth the cost; all you could eat buffet with a wide range of food soft drinks available. The view was an added bonus! Would recommend!”
See Chiang Rai’s White and Blue Temples, Black House, Karen village, tea farm, Golden Triangle, and Opium Museum for $37.
“Mew and Mr Black were an amazing duo that made sure everything ran beautifully and efficiently. We loved the whole itinerary. Everything was fascinating with just enough time and all in all a great way to see Chiang Rai. Recommend.”
Climb Chiang Mai’s Sticky Waterfall, visit Bua Tong Cave and Seven-Color Spring, then enjoy lunch on a $30 guided day trip.
“Our guide Kim was fantastic, super friendly and very knowledgeable. Kim showed us the right path and the best spots for photos. The whole day was so much fun, followed by a delicious lunch!”
Review of Krabi’s 4 Islands longtail boat tour, with Phra Nang Cave, Poda snorkeling, Thai lunch, Chicken Island, and Thale Waek.
“An excellent Day with a rigorous organisation ! Pick-up in time And we were Well informed. A really pleasant 4 island tour !”
See Chiang Rai’s White and Blue Temples, tea fields, Karen village, Golden Triangle, and Opium Museum on a 10-hour small-group tour.
“We had just enough time at every location we visited. It was a packed day but well worth it. Our guide, Big, was very attentive and caring”
Review of Bangkok’s Meridian River Cruise, with Wat Arun views, seafood buffet, live music, Thai dance, timing, and value tips.
“For our last night in BK I booked dinner & an evening cruise on the Meridian. Everything was well-organised and we were really impressed with the boat, the view from our table and the selection of food. The entertainment was ok and there was no ‘guide’ but that didn’t detract from what was a lovely evening on the river. The views are great and the whole evening was excellent value for money. Highly recommend!”
Review of Bangkok’s Baiyoke Tower buffet, balcony dining, 77th-floor views, and 84th-floor revolving deck, with practical booking tips.
“We arrived at 5pm to enjoy the view at the 77th and 84th floor and proceeded to the balcony for dinner on the 81! It was really windy but great service and perfect view on the sunset while enjoying a good meal! After the meal, we went back the the revolving 84th floor for a final view on the city.”
Viva Alangka Cruise review: enjoy a Thai and international buffet, live music, dancing, and Bangkok river views for $31.
“The food was very good if you put aside the fact that everybody jumped on it th moment they were allowed! The cruise itself was nothing particular, I am thinking I could have the same views by taking a couple of cheap ferry routes”
Review of Krabi’s Phi Phi speedboat tour, with Maya Bay, snorkeling, Bamboo Island, buffet lunch, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“Really good, well organised. Maria was lovely and the whole trip went as planned. It was a little bit rushed at times. We expected to go on to monkey island and by the time we had lunch on phi phi, we only had 20 mins spare. Water provided all day, lunch was great and fruit for snack. Lush boat and great day out!”
Review of Koh Kood snorkeling by boat, with three reef stops, buffet lunch, hotel pickup, helpful guides, and practical booking tips.
“BB Divers was super well organized, clean boat, great diving spots, and wonderful guides pointing out all kinds of interesting coral and fish we may not have seen. Great day!”
Cruise from Pattaya to Koh Phai, Koh Rin, and Monkey Island for snorkeling, beaches, water sports, a Thai buffet, and friendly service.
“Great experience highly reccomended but careful to the monkeys dont go in the last island or you will get hurt”
Review of Siam Amazing Park near Bangkok, with 30+ rides, Guinness-record wave pool, water attractions, buffet lunch, prices, and tips.
“A nice enough theme park and water park, it does look aged, but rides are thrilling and frightening still, water park offers a good range of attractions, too, there is something for all age groups. A nice day out, getting there takes about an hour from city centre as traffic is impossible any time of the day. A taxi ride is a fright in its own right.”
Review of Bangkok’s Opulence Buffet Dinner Cruise, with Chao Phraya views, Thai and international food, live music, and practical tips.
“The dinner was best! Comfy chairs even in the rooftop. Beautiful vibe looking at the city lights. Easy sailing, no problems. The vocalists were great! Loved the set list. Lovely and accommodating waiters and waitresses. It was all perfect for my family. Me and my mum danced during the last part of the party. Highly recommend.”
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