This is the hilarious moment a terrified fairground visitor accidentally choked his friends by clinging to their necks on a pirate ship ride.

A group of youngsters rode the swinging boat at an amusement park when Jaylord Diaz grabbed onto his mates in Sarangani, the Philippines.

Footage shows Jaylord, wearing a tuxedo coat, seated behind Jimrie Pagadora and Aldrich Salinas, who screamed as the ride swayed back and forth on September 8.

Moments later, as the ship swung higher, the visibly scared teenager clung to the necks of the two boys.

The thrill-seekers seemed unfazed, continuing to scream in excitement.

Jimrie, in a black shirt, even posed with a peace sign for the camera, while Aldrich closed his eyes, grimacing from the ride.

Aldrich said: 'We are in a dance group called Team My Own Style, and we were invited to perform at a local pageant. After our performance, we decided to try the ride.'