Top 14 Longtail & Speedboat Tours in Bangkok

1.Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,909 reviews · from $37Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide near Wat Pho, cross the Chao Phraya by traditional longtail boat, and explore Thonburi’s canals. The route includes Baan Silapin, the Artist’s House, and a photo stop near Wat Paknam’s giant Buddha. Guides have included Fern, Joe, Bella, Yohan, and Neo.

“Complete waste of money. Only 1.5 hours. Zero information on tour. Don’t waste time or money. Artist house is a market.”

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2.Longtail Boat Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,076 reviews · 2 hours · from $36

Ride Bangkok’s canals with an English-speaking guide, passing Wat Arun and Wat Paknam’s giant Buddha before walking through Khlong Bang Luang. Guides such as Ken, Bella, Pam, and Neo add local stories, while the Artist’s House stop may include crafts, fish feeding, and market browsing.

“Loved the Bangkok canal tour—such a great way to see the city away from the roads. Our guide Joe was fantastic, full of fun facts and great energy. Thank you, Joe!”

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3.Hidden Bangkok Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha&Canal Life 2hrs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,404 reviews · from $35Top rated

Spend two hours with an English-speaking guide such as Yoyo, Pear, Wai, or Fluke, cruising Thonburi’s canals by longtail boat. You’ll see stilt houses, local neighborhoods, Wat Paknam’s Big Buddha, Artist House, and Wat Arun before finishing at Tha Tien Pier near Wat Pho.

“Was very informative about the way Thai people lived, guide was great and answered every question, had good humor and provided a ride to the train station aftwr”

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4.Longtail Boat Canal Tour to Wat Arun

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 438 reviews · 3 hours · from $28Best value

Spend three hours with an English-speaking guide such as Jack, Nancy, or Surin, cruising Bangkok’s canals by longtail boat. Visit Khlong Bang Luang, Wat Paknam’s emerald-glass pagoda and Giant Golden Buddha, then explore Wat Arun. Expect a small group, temple dress rules, and a 200 THB Wat Arun fee.

“It was a good afternoon activity which allowed various sights to be visited. Happy with the tour.”

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5.Bangkok 3-in-1 Tour: Longtail Boat,TukTuk & Street Food Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · from $68

Start at Hidden Bangkok Tours at 5 p.m. for a canal cruise through Thonburi, then sample Thai food at Talad Plu Market and ride a tuk-tuk through Old Town to Chinatown. Guides including Siri, Pear, Oil, Jazzy, and Fluke are praised for clear explanations and personal help. Expect about 3.5 fast-moving hours.

“The tour was brilliant due to our brilliant guide Siri she was amazing. Siri went out of her way for everyone, explaining in detail all aspects and answering any questions. She even helped us arrange a taxi back and waited with us until we were safely in the taxi.”

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6.River Kwai Scenic Tour by Private Longtail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 2h 30m

You will cruise River Kwai with a private longtail boat and local captain, stopping at Wat Tham Khao Pun and the original JEATH War Museum. Expect a simple boat, basic English from the captain, a 10-minute uphill walk to a narrow bat cave, and optional access to Chungkai Military Cemetery.

“Luolaa emme lötäneet, mutta muuten kaikki oli ok.”

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7.Private Thonburi Longtail Boat Tour & Wat Pho Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 24 reviews · 4 hours

You’ll explore Thonburi’s narrow khlongs by traditional longtail boat, passing wooden homes, temples, markets, and city views before visiting Wat Pho. English-speaking guides such as Wit or Pit explain Thai culture and temple details. Hotel pickup is included from selected Bangkok areas.

“the long tail boat was the highlight but the walking tour or temples prior to that was brilliant too. pit guide was excellent”

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8.Private Longtail Boat Bangkok Canal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $129

See old Bangkok by private air-conditioned vehicle and longtail boat. Your English-speaking guide takes you to Pak Khlong Flower Market, Wat Arun, the canals, and Ratchadamnoen Road. Guides such as Kit, Puk, Sophie, JJ, and Buk have led highly praised tours, though timing can vary.

“We are a family of four adults and booked this trip on a very short notice, hardly 24hours in advance. It all worked perfectly and was easy to arrange. Sophie picked us up at the correct time at our hotel. She is a lovely, happy and autheRead more”

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9.Bangkok Canal Tour by long tail boat, Wat Arun and Wat Pho

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $113

Spend five to six hours with a private English-speaking guide, riding Bangkok’s canals by long-tail boat before visiting Wat Arun, Wat Pho, and Pak Khlong flower market. Hotel pickup, temple admissions, transport, water, and accident insurance are included. Grand Palace access should be confirmed before booking.

“Our Bangkok Cultural and Canal Tour was an excellent introduction to the City. The canal and river tour was a great way to start the day and the visits to the various temples afterwards were fascinating, although it was very busy at Wat Pho, Read more”

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10.Bike and Longtail Boat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $43

Join Candbike Bangkok Tours for a leisurely ride through Talad Phlu, Wutthakat, and Thonburi’s back lanes, with temple stops at Wat Khun Chan and Wat Nakprok. Guides such as Guitar and Tommy lead a maximum of eight people, followed by a private longtail boat cruise and lunch.

“Excellent tour guide. A fantastic way to see local life in Bangkok. Absolutely loved this tour. We would recommend it to anybody. Tommy is an absolute gem of a guide. You’re lucky you found this one.”

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11.Bangkok Yai Local Canal Tour with Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $64

Meet at MRT Sanam Chai and cruise Bangkok Yai, Khlong Bang Luang, and Khlong Mon by longtail boat. Visit Wat Paknam’s giant Buddha and Artist’s House, with fish food, water, and a life jacket included. Weekend and private tours may add Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market.

“Excellent tour - great view of Bangkok waterways, its wildlife, culture and way of life.”

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12.Half day Bangkok with Private Canal tour by long tail boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $154

Spend 5 to 6 hours with an English-speaking guide visiting the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Arun, and Bangkok Noi by private long-tail boat. Guide Army and driver Vee have operated the tour, which includes hotel pickup, admissions, transport, water, and an optional lunch.

“A fun day; the canal boat was so interesting with their huge engines and we loved the ride in the main canal. The smaller canals were interesting to see the poorer and richer sides of lives. The lunch was fabulous; great choice. The tour of the Read more”

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13.Discover Hidden Bangkok with Longtail Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $38

See a quieter side of Bangkok by longtail boat, starting at a local temple and cruising through canals to Khlong Bang Luang Artist House, Wat Ratcha Orasaram, Poomjai Garden, and views of the Big Buddha. English-speaking guides such as Yoyo, Som, and Jazzy Jazz lead groups of up to 12.

“Som was 100% perfect! She is an amazing tour guide and helps us so much! The tour was so beautiful and the floating market too! Thank you again Som! ❤️”

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14.Bangkok Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems & Long Tail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $123

Spend three to four hours with a private guide exploring Bangkok by long-tail boat, SkyTrain, taxi, or tuk tuk. Visit Pak Khlong Talat, river communities, Wat Arun, and Wat Pho. Guides including First, Ton, Andy, and Saravarint have led this route.

“This was the best tour I have ever experienced. Saravarint was so personable and knowledgeable. We felt like we saw things that no one else has . She showed us so much in one tour.”

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