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Bangkok Canal Tour

People Also Ask About Bangkok Canal Tour

01 How many canals are there in Bangkok?

Exploring Bangkok by boat is a fantastic way to get a glimpse into the timeless charm of Bangkok.You can experience the role of Bangkok's many waterways, which dates back to ancient times.

There are 3 waterways are divided:

The main Chao Phraya River

Klong Saen Saeb – cuts across Bangkok city from east to west

Klongs of Thonburi – a network of canals on the opposite side of the river

02 How many types of boat can you travel through canals?

Three of the most central and historically significant  places to explore the canals are Khlong Saen Saeb, a canal in the centre of the city, Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem, one of the original canals around the Grand Palace, and Thonburi, a neighbourhood on the west side of the Chao Praya:

#1River taxis (also called Express Boats)

#2Long-tail boats

#3River-crossing ferry

#5#4Canal boats

#6Private river cruise

#7Hotel shuttle boats

03 When is the best time visit Bangkok?

The best time to visit Bangkok is from November to March when the heat and humidity are at their lowest. Still, Thailand's tropical climate could easily bring temperatures up to 90 degrees on any given day, regardless of the time of year.

04 What attractions can you see by traveling boats in Bangkok?

A Bangkok river cruise is a easy way to view main attractions.You will visit Bangkok's Grand Palace and three of its most important temples on this Chao Phraya boat tour. From Sathorn Pier, you'll take a boat to the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kiew. From there, it's a short walk to Wat Pho before crossing the river to finish your day at Wat Arun.

If you have time, do visit the flower market. Apart from anything else, it's a respite from the pagodas and buddhas that you will see during the rest of your day.

05  What is tips and Advice While Boating in Bangkok

#1 You have to  know the boat before boarding, where is it heading to and where it will stop.

#2All boats have flags on them and a specified time in which they operate. When the day approaches its end, all boats fix a black flag on their which symbolises the end of boating services for the day.

#3Beware from all sorts of scams and frauds found on the boats in Bangkok.

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