Did my ears deceive me, entrance fee to new Waterpark Na Nomtien

[dotpoom]

I pass the new Waterpark daily on my way into Jomtien/Pattaya from Bang Saray. As I like to support new projects like restaurants, shops etc., in my local area I stopped today and inquired about the entrance fee into said park. I was told.....nung pan, ha roy, gowsip Baht....for the uninitiated that equals 1,590 Baht....luckily I was already sitting down when I made the inquiry. "How much for Thai person"... I asked (with she who must be obeyed in mind)...."Same same"..... was the security guard's reply.

As I am not a regular visitor to Waterparks maybe this price is in line for this type of entertainment but to me it was way over the top.

Anyone been at it yet?....I assume for that price all the rides are included. Sorry, I didn't get the price for children , he was very busy conducting traffic....that was at 10. 30 AM this morning, so the people leaving didn't get a lot for their money but even at that early hour there were loads of motorbikes already there.

[daveAustin]

I hope that's not for one person?! Went a few years back and it was something like 150 a head and thought that was OTT back then for what you got. Also remember paying extra for other rides and the food options were pretty dire. Perhaps it's all changed but I would only consider paying that sort of money for a family of 10 and it came with a free 'massage'.

[bkkgooner]

That has to be incorrect are you sure they didn't say 590 baht?

As Siam Park and that one in Hua Hin are both around the 500-600 baht price range for a full day of unlimited rides

[simple1]

If OP is referring to the Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark, it was previously announced at 1,590 baht per adult

[Pattaya46]

You could have check for prices on Internet before you go

http://cartoonnetworkamazone.com/en/index.php/one_day_ticket

[KhunBENQ]

"same same"

At least not that drastic difference as other places (5:1. 10:1).

On my next visit, this place will be a nogo for sure.

Your ears are perfectly OK.

Edited November 9, 2014 by KhunBENQ

[KittenKong]

Daily prices are very high but there are big discounts for season tickets.

[fforest1]

Daily prices are very high but there are big discounts for season tickets.

Unless you buy the platinum pass for 12,990 THB there are many blacked out

days you can not use...

[HooHaa]

given the rides listed and if everything is all inclusive, it doesnt seem like that much of a reach to me but then 1 brilliant day out with my kid is priceless.

[dabhand]

Looking at their website, the season ticket rates appear quite reasonable. These rates apply to Thai residents, being based on following: Thai residents’ rate is available to Thai citizens and foreign nationals with Thai residency status (expatriates with work permits, "O" type visas, student visas and diplomatic visas are eligible).

These rates seem to be current.

https://secure.cartoonnetworkamazone.com/annualpass/en/#promotion

For a family of four, even at the highest prices Platinum Pass (with no restrictions on day of entry) of Bt30,990/year, equates to approx. Bt325pp if attending twice per month. For those going on a weekly basis the average rate reduces to approx. Bt150pp. That sounds like a decent deal for waterpark diehards! There are additional benefits mentioned on the website.

Other passes are at lower rates but have heavy restrictions on days of use.

I have heard that the initial annual pass actually extends to 31st January 2016, presumably to compensate for the park not being 100% complete. That would drop the average rates even more.

There is an interesting article on an earlier thread which has some decent pictures of the park.

http://www.pattayadays.com/2014/10/cartoon-network-amazone-water-park/

[WhamBam]

I had heard that price being mentioned the other day when I enquired about the place.

It seems very expensive for Thai people. 1 adult and 1 child tops the 2,000 Baht mark. I would say that is out of the reach of many Thai families and is more like a Western price.

I do wonder how much face will be shown and lost by those attending and those who cannot afford it.

[KhunBENQ]

For a family of four, even at the highest prices Platinum Pass (with no restrictions on day of entry) of Bt30,990/year, equates to approx. Bt325pp if attending twice per month.

A monthly income of a teacher for a one year pass to an amusement/water park.

Would someone in Germany spend 3500 Euros (~ 2700 GPB, ~ 4300 USD) for that?

Ridicolous.

Edited November 9, 2014 by KhunBENQ

[Tham1]

I have read that its not even complete yet and in shit state - dual pricing is a no no for me - <deleted> them

[cooked]

Price in Europe's largest Water Park - Alpamare, Switzerland - Fr. 47.70 for a day, adult. ฿1618.- , nearly the same price. http://www.alpamare.ch/?lang=en

As everyone knows, Switzerland is one of the cheapest countries in the world.

Tell them to get stuffed, drive to a nice beach.

[BudRight]

That's nearly as much as Disneyland in California, which is $76 for three days for an adult. Parking included.

[raro]

I received an email from air Asia today. 3 days and 2 nights at various destinations including Hong Kong, flight and hotel for 1499 Baht.

Just for comparison...

[dotpoom]

You could have check for prices on Internet before you go

http://cartoonnetworkamazone.com/en/index.php/one_day_ticket

Thanks P46...that will be very helpful to a lot of people. As I already mentioned, I wasn't going at that time, ..I pass it every day and just decided to stop yesterday and inquire about the prices.

[dotpoom]

I received an email from air Asia today. 3 days and 2 nights at various destinations including Hong Kong, flight and hotel for 1499 Baht.

Just for comparison...

raro...................That really puts it into perspective.

[craigt3365]

We've got a few friends who've been recently and they were both very happy. The kids had a blast. It's not cheap though.

[ThaiBob]

We've got a few friends who've been recently and they were both very happy. The kids had a blast. It's not cheap though.

I still remember my first trip to Disneyland over 50 years ago, how does one put a price on a lifetime of family memories.

[fforest1]

We've got a few friends who've been recently and they were both very happy. The kids had a blast. It's not cheap though.

I still remember my first trip to Disneyland over 50 years ago, how does one put a price on a lifetime of family memories.

Maybe more people would have family memories to treasure if they charged 50%

less...

After you include the ticket price and all the extras the cost really start to add up

for a family....

[shirtless]

Its quite clear that its only for the quality tourist, Thailand is no longer cheap.

[ThaiBob]

We've got a few friends who've been recently and they were both very happy. The kids had a blast. It's not cheap though.

I still remember my first trip to Disneyland over 50 years ago, how does one put a price on a lifetime of family memories.

Maybe more people would have family memories to treasure if they charged 50%

less...

After you include the ticket price and all the extras the cost really start to add up

for a family....

Let's see, a family travels half way around the world for a holiday, will probably tell friends back home how cheap a day of fun of Pattaya costs. Granted the prices seem high for those of us on fixed incomes but we are not part of their marketing demographic(or poor Thai families). If you can't pay the price of the fiddler then don't dance.

[A1Str8]

Your mind deceived you when you thought there would be no entrance fee.

[craigt3365]

I also think this attraction is oriented towards the growing Thai middle class. This area is now packed with people from Bangkok on the weekends. They've got money and spend it. Silverlake is absolutely packed on the weekends with Thai families, paying money just to take a tour of the vineyards.

It's not all about expats and foreign visitors.

[bkkjames]

I also think this attraction is oriented towards the growing Thai middle class. This area is now packed with people from Bangkok on the weekends. They've got money and spend it. Silverlake is absolutely packed on the weekends with Thai families, paying money just to take a tour of the vineyards.

It's not all about expats and foreign visitors.

Are those the same families from Bangkok that carry umbrellas to shield the sun while getting out of a taxi?

[johnh869]

It's for the Russians.....I've lived in Bangsaray for 25 years and I wouldn't pay them over 200 Baht for something like that!!!

[KittenKong]

Eurodisney 1-day ticket: EUR65 (THB2750)

Eurodisney annual ticket: EUR209 (THB8800)

[KittenKong]

I also think this attraction is oriented towards the growing Thai middle class. This area is now packed with people from Bangkok on the weekends. They've got money and spend it. Silverlake is absolutely packed on the weekends with Thai families, paying money just to take a tour of the vineyards.

Indeed. The only real question is why they do it? It's a mystery to me.

If I lived near Bang Saray and was a dedicated swimmer then I would probably get one of the cheapest annual tickets (weekdays only) to the water park and would probably get good value from it. But I cant see myself ever paying to go to Silverlake, especially when it's busy. Mimosa is another example.

[SweatySock]

Took the family last month, wife, 2 kids, 5K baht for entrance fee. 80% complete, the place was mobbed, mostly Thais. The kids absolutely loved it, the Cartoon Network area and the "Wave" area. My youngest cut her foot on some poorly finished concrete, I went with my son on one of the tubes and came off with blood running down my arm and we were both attended by the medical staff on site who seemed to be overworked addressing injuries.

But the real surprise was when the wife went to buy a burger and coke for the kids......................coke 60 baht a cup and a burger..........................380 baht with a few fries thrown in, a tad expensive!!!

A one - off visit for me, won't be going back.