Aboard · THAILAND BOAT TOURS
The 15 best thailand boat tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Travel from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market by air-conditioned coach. A 20-minute traditional boat ride, train-side photos, local snacks, and guides such as Sam, Jenny, Tammy, and Jeed make this a lively, well-organized day out.
“Everything went great! Especially the guide! Jema was great and very fun!”
Meet your English-speaking guide near Wat Pho, cross the Chao Phraya by traditional longtail boat, and cruise Thonburi’s canals. You’ll stop at Baan Silapin, pass Wat Arun and Wat Paknam’s giant Buddha, and return after about two hours. Departure times include morning and afternoon options.
“Great value. Saw a lot of the city. Knowledgeable guide. Learned a lot about the city and culture. Would recommend.”
Spend six hours visiting Chicken Island, Koh Tup, Koh Poda, and Phra Nang Cave Beach by longtail boat. You’ll snorkel, walk a low-tide sandbar, eat Thai food on the beach, and travel with a guide such as Toy or Luna. Shared and private departures are available from Ao Nang and nearby areas.
“It was super nice, joy it was fantastic and also the captain the tour was lovely and super worth it totally recommend it actually”
Cruise from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay on a spacious big boat, then ride guided canoes through the caves and mangroves of Panak and Hong islands. You’ll visit James Bond Island, swim at Nakae Island, and enjoy a Thai buffet. Guides such as Tommy, Ohma, Tony, and Omar are known for keeping the day lively and organized.
“It was amazing.! Enjoyed the boat ride and the caves! staff was awesome and made new friends. Highly recommend”
Spend two hours aboard the White Orchid, a three-deck dinner boat with Thai and international buffet dishes, unlimited beer, live music, Thai dance, and a cabaret show on the night cruise. Choose departure points at Asiatique or ICONSIAM, then watch Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and Rama VIII Bridge light up along the river.
“After reading the reviews and comments from people that had a bit of negativity, my friend and I can honestly say that it was really a great experience and lovely chilled experience. Plenty of food and beer, and the atmosphere was great too. Enjoyed the entertainment, they really put on a great show. Would definitely recommend and great value for money. Thanks”
Join Happy Samui for a half-day speedboat trip from southern Koh Samui to Koh Madsum and Koh Tan. Guides such as Sun, Joe, Cola, and Alex keep things lively while you meet beach-roaming pigs, snorkel, enjoy a buffet lunch, and get plenty of help with photos.
“A perfect experience for all ages, with professional guides and well-organized service at a great price. Thank you for the amazing memories!”
Spend two hours on Bangkok’s canals with an English-speaking guide such as Ken, Bella, Pam, or Neo. Ride a long-tail boat past Wat Arun and Wat Paknam, photograph the giant Buddha, then walk through Khlong Bang Luang and its 200-year-old Artist’s House.
“loved seeing the canals and big golden budda and the art house.”
Spend nine hours cruising from Koh Samui to Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park. Hike to a 500-meter viewpoint, visit the Blue Lagoon, snorkel, and choose a guided kayak route to Tum Rang Island. Hotel transfers, breakfast, lunch, gear, snacks, and English or Thai guides are included.
“The High Sea team tending to us was outstanding. They were very organised, spoke very good English and helped with trekking, photo taking and generally looking out for us all for the day. In addition to this, the food and drinks they provided throughout the day were good and timed very well. We went on this trip on Christmas Day and they did not disappoint!! My partner and I would highly recommend this tour operator. Thank you Desi & Cheryl 🙏🏽”
Spend 10 hours touring Phang Nga Bay aboard a roomy two-story boat. Canoe through sea caves with local paddlers, visit Hong Island and James Bond Island, swim, and enjoy a buffet with drinks. Guides such as Ohma, Bobby, Sam, and Tony help keep the day friendly and well organized.
“Well organised, everything was stress free with breathtaking views. On the plus the food served at lunch was delicious. Really exceeded my expectations honestly will recommend to my friends and fam :))”
Use an all-day Chao Phraya Tourist Boat pass from 9 AM to 7:15 PM, with access to 11 piers including Wat Arun, the Grand Palace area, Iconsiam, Chinatown, and Asiatique. You get river views and a route booklet, but no onboard guide or audio commentary.
“An incredible way to see the sights of Bangkok. The river offers a much more relaxed way to travel, especially on a hot day. Really well organised and ran. Easy to hop and off throughout the day.”
Join guides including Christine and Bill for an eight-hour Angthong Marine Park trip from Koh Samui. Ride a roomy three-deck boat, hike to Mae Koh’s Emerald Lagoon, choose kayaking or extra beach time, and enjoy breakfast, Thai lunch, fruit, drinks, and hotel transfers.
“Great value for money and every activity was very well ran.”
Cruise Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River for two hours aboard a new three-deck boat. Choose a sunset departure from Yodpiman River Walk or a night cruise from Asiatique, with a 30-plus-item international buffet, drinks, live music, and Thai dance.
“Great activity to view the city lights. Our group of four adults opted to sit in the air conditioned 2nd level for comfort. We were lucky to get a window table and enjoyed the sights. You can always go to the top deck for even better views and pictures. Good variety of food. The entertainment (traditional dances) was great.”
Travel from Patong, Karon, or Kata to Phang Nga Bay with an English-speaking guide such as Nikom or Tuk Tuk. Visit the Monkey Cave, ride a longtail boat through mangroves, eat lunch at Koh Panyi, see James Bond Island, and let a local paddler guide your canoe around Talu Island.
“Great experience, our guide was really lovely and he's english was amazing! 100% would recommend”
Spend two hours with an English-speaking guide on Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River and Daokanong Canal. From River City Bangkok, you’ll pass Wat Arun, stilted homes, wooden houses, temples, monitor lizards, and local boats. Guides such as Mindy, Nui, and Bobo are praised for clear stories and good humor.
“Bobo is an amazing guide. He is very knowledgeable and I loved his sense of humour. The trip was great and well worth it. I highly recommend it if you want to see parts of Bangkok you won't see otherwise”
Join Michael and his crew for a relaxed 6 to 7 hour cruise from Ao Nang or Railay. A traditional wooden junk carries you to Krabi’s island reefs with snorkeling gear, kayaks, SUPs, dinner, and a final swim among bioluminescent plankton near Phra Nang Cave Beach.
“Krabi Sunset Cruises was nothing short of extraordinary and easily ranks as the best experience of all our travels so far. We absolutely loved the barge—looks straight out of a piratemovie, and it set the perfect tone for the day: relaxed, beautiRead more”
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