Hidden Bangkok Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha&Canal Life 2hrs
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the local side of Bangkok on a 2 hour longtail boat canal tour.
Cruise through Bangkok’s historic waterways and scenic canals, passing traditional wooden stilt houses, colorful temples, and lively river communities. Along the way, admire the majestic Big Buddha from the boat and explore a charming local artist village filled with culture and hidden gems.
Led by our award-winning 2025 team and excellent English-speaking local guides, this tour offers authentic stories, cultural insights, and a true taste of Bangkok life.
Perfect for travelers looking for a real local experience, this canal tour blends history, culture, and everyday life all from the comfort of a traditional longtail boat.
Ps.
During high water and peak season (Nov–Apr), canal locks can be congested, causing 45–90 min delays. To ensure a smooth 2-hour cruise exploring local life, we may adjust the route and drop you off near the main street to avoid heat, pollution, and crowds.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Khlong Bang Luang Artist House
Cruise along the captivating Klong Bangluang in Bangkok and catch a glimpse of the vibrant Baan Sillapin artist village. . As you pass by, immerse yourself in the lively ambiance and artistic allure of this cultural attraction along the canal. From wooden row houses offering unique products to the renowned Artist's House with its art gallery and handicraft activities, Khlong Bangluang promises a memorable glimpse into the traditional community and artistic heritage of Thailand.
Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
At Wat Paknam’s Big Buddha, we will cruise past this iconic landmark and continue to offer an immersive canal experience, showcasing the hidden gems of Bangkok’s Thonburi side.
What‘s Included
Travel insurance
English-speaking tour guide
Bottled water
Hotel pickup
Tour guide and boat driver tips
Food and drinks (you can bring your own)
Options
Hidden Bangkok Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha&Canal Life 2hrs
Special Price
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Reviews
1,763 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour, totally recommend it
Paradise36434005295,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience, the tour guide person was fantastic, very knowledgeable and friendly. Spoken fluent English and shared amazing stories with us.
Very entertaining couple of hours
Britsmith,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun trip start to finish, our guide was Jazzy he was informative and entertaining, highly recommend.
Awesome tour of old City
alexandera259,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome tour! Great guide. Highly recommended.
Bangkok’s other side
Excursion402396,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Genuinely enjoyed seeing a different side of Bangkok and the opposite of the glitzering metropolis with the high rise buildings you see on the other side of the river. Our guide Pear was amazing. Just be careful exiting and entering the boats :)
It was great!
892franziskav,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing! Fluke was a great guide, we had the tour at 4:30 pm and we had a great sunset on the Khlongs. Absolutely recommend!
Enjoyable and interesting excursion
JeanE1961,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A thoroughly enjoyable couple of hours traversing through some of Bangkok's canals, where we learnt some interesting facts about life on the canal and the Big Buddha. Yoyo, our guide, was an excellent host and very easy to listen to, making the information imparted interesting and fun. I would definitely recommend a trip on the longboats.
Must-do tour
MarkH246,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very nice tour of the back canals on the western bank of the main river with Jaccy (pronounced Jazzy) . It lasted 2 hours . It is indeed hidden , just type in Hidden Bangkok Tours into Grab and you’ll be there . Drops you off on eastern bank near main temple area of “new” Bangkok at the end. Saw Artist area , lifestyles , Big Buddhas , lots of fish . Jaccy was very informative, highly recommended.
Amazing boat trip through Bangkok canals
Staffan N,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great boat trip through Bangkok canals. Our guide Ning was amazing and adults and children liked her very much. Exciting to see fish, dragons and birdlife along the tour and an extra highlight to get so close to LaBuda. Extra plus the boat was electric, it allowed you to have nice conversations along the way. We rented the boat for our family of five plus Ning, our guide. Everything worked great!
Relaxing Experience
Javier L,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! Tour Guide Jaccy is the best!
Great times
Jamie P,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jaccy was amazing!! Great energy and a great your, super informative and gorgeous sights to see
From THB 1,100.00
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