Morning and Evening Boat Trip: Chakri Naruebet Battleship - Sea Turtle Conservation Center - Clownfish Viewing

Note: This translation is concise and avoids personal pronouns, colloquialisms, and unnecessary details. It also uses the active voice and maintains a formal academic style.

Where to go for a one-day trip?

"It's better to visit the HTMS Chakri Naruebet."

After discussing with my colleagues, we decided to go because Sattahip is not too far away.

The route is very easy to navigate, with convenient access and free entry.

The first thing to do is...

Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri/Sattahip, Sattahip District, Chon Buri

Yes, find a map. After that, he set the GPS in Google Maps. Just in case. 555+

The only thing I brought with me was my phone. The pictures might not be very clear, but that's the camera's fault. If the pictures aren't good, blame the photographer.

Getting there is easy. Simply drive along Sukhumvit Road (Highway 3) and turn into the Naval Dockyard when you reach it.

However, if the officer directs you to another entrance, there are several other ways to enter.

We arrived after a short drive. We parked the car and walked towards the dark, angular building.

Emerging from the blinding light, the ship's hull came into view.

Please follow the designated path.

Before entering the tourist area, let's get to know each other briefly.

Brief History of HTMS Chakri Naruebet

The HTMS Chakri Naruebet is the flagship and the first and only aircraft carrier of the Royal Thai Navy, serving in the combat force of the navy. It was built in Spain based on the design of the Spanish Navy's Principe de Asturias, with modifications to the propulsion system, flight control system, weapons system, and a reduction in displacement to two-thirds of the original. [1][N 1] It was commissioned on March 20, 1997, and has been used for operational missions and disaster relief throughout Thai waters, both in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea.

In 1989, Typhoon Gay struck the Gulf of Thailand near Chumphon Province. The Royal Thai Navy was tasked with searching for and rescuing victims at sea. However, the Navy's largest ship at the time was unable to withstand the sea conditions, making rescue efforts difficult. A large ship equipped with modern equipment would enable faster and more timely search and rescue operations at sea. Additionally, having a helicopter stationed on board would extend the patrol area and duration of operations at sea, increasing efficiency. Therefore, the Royal Thai Navy conceived the idea of building a helicopter carrier to fulfill its mission objectives.

The Royal Thai Navy originally planned to purchase a 7,800-ton landing support command ship from Bremer Vulkan in Germany. However, the contract was canceled on July 22, 1991, and a new purchase was made from Bazan in Spain, which designed and built the Príncipe de Asturias, the flagship of the Spanish Navy at that time. The Thai Cabinet approved the construction of a helicopter carrier on a government-to-government basis on March 17, 1992, with the agreement signed by the Thai and Spanish governments on March 27, 1992, for 7.1 billion baht.

Boarding ramp.

We're inside now.

The video will be shown inside the building, and there are seats available.

Another ship inside

Stairway to the ship's roof

Let's go.

The passageways on the ship are narrow, and the stairs are steep. Please be careful if you have children or elderly people with you.

As you walk up, you will reach the balcony. Be careful, it's a bit scary.

We have arrived at the ship's deck.

How many are there? Not the seats, please.

461 and 462

461 is the Royal Thai Navy ship HTMS Phutthayotfa Chulalok.

462 is the Royal Thai Navy ship Phuttha Lertla Naphalai.

**Hull number** is written on the bow of the ship (for submarines, the hull number is written on the conning tower). The reason for writing it at that point is because the type of ship is generally prominent. The hull number helps to confirm the ship's description. This term can also be used as a bow number.

**Assigning hull numbers** for warships of the Royal Thai Navy is as follows:

**Digit 1 (first digit or hundreds digit):** Indicates the type of warship, which is defined in 9 categories as follows:

1. Amphibious command and support ship: Designated by number 1
2. Submarine: Designated by number 2
3. Fast attack craft: Designated by number 3
4. Destroyer, frigate, corvette: Designated by number 4
5. Patrol vessel: Designated by number 5
6. Mine ship: Designated by number 6
7. Landing ship: Designated by number 7
8. Hydrographic ship, auxiliary ship, and other types of ships: Designated by number 8
9. Aircraft/helicopter carrier: Designated by number 9

Another beautiful picture.

Please wait in line to disembark. Be careful when exiting the boat.

Two shots in a row!

871 His Majesty's Ship Similan

Parked right next to a 911.

Let's grab some ice cream before heading back. I think we should check out the sea turtle conservation center next. It's just a short drive from here.

Stop by to relax, eat, enjoy the view, and breathe in the cool breeze.

The little turtle is swimming with all its might.

Turtles are kept in separate ponds or tanks according to their age.

The turtle is very big.

The habitat of the turtle

There are coffee shops and various drinks. I walked to see the little turtles and big turtles until almost two in the afternoon. So I went out to eat at

"Nam Nao Beach"

The shop is right by the sea.

The playground is equipped with play equipment for children.

The view is beautiful, but the photographer is not skilled. 555+

The food was delicious and reasonably priced. The service was also prompt.

Note: The old bathroom.

Let's move on to see the clownfish at the clownfish farm, which is open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Admission fee is 20 baht.

Here is a clownfish.

In droves.

The walk takes about one minute. It will then lead you to the farm. It might be a bit hot, so please be careful with children.

The farm also has various types of fish in ponds that are raised for sale. After admiring the fish to your heart's content, continue to the next destination.

Crystal-clear beach.

It's not far, just a short drive.

The atmosphere is great. There are restaurants and restrooms available. The internet connection here is not very strong. It's a comfortable place to sit in the evening.

"You cannot drive your car in. Please park your car at the front and take a songthaew (shared taxi) to enter. The entrance fee is 15 baht."

Gone for now. Next time I will try my best to review.