The Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Bangkok City Administration invite you to a unique, eco-friendly experience along the historic Phadung Krung Kasem Canal. Board an electric boat and discover authentic markets, ancient temples and the Thai Railway Museum. These low-carbon tours are not only good for the planet, but also provide an in-depth look at Bangkok's rich culture and history.
Who has tips for a boat trip through the canals of Bangkok? I am looking for a trip through the neighborhoods / villages around Bangkok and especially not a tourist trip. I want to show my children the real life on and along the water.
A trip on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok
The easiest way to explore a separate part of Greater Bangkok on your own is probably by taking a boat trip on the Chao Phraya River and that's exactly what we did last month.
In December there is a boat to Koh Kret every weekend. Booking in advance gives you a discount. Koh Kret is a small island in the Chao Phraya River in Nonthaburi Province. The island is about 3 km long and 3 km wide with an area of about 4,2 square kilometers.
Reader question: Boat trip to watch fireflies
We will be back in Bangkok in two weeks. Some travel blogs mention a boat trip to watch fireflies, and I'm not talking about the 2-hour trip to the floating market.
Reader question: Boat trip on the Mekong
We would like to take a boat trip on the Mekong. Who has done such a thing before? We thought via Cambodia to Laos and then Thailand.
Boat trip warning
Do not take a boat trip during this period. It is dangerous and the gods request, warns Gringo. He experienced it himself once after a day of fishing. The skipper had no idea which way to go.