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The ones worth your time.
The 15 2-hour experiences travellers book most, with what each one includes, who runs it, and what you pay.
Traditional teak boat canal tour: Chao Phraya views, Wat Arun, Daokanong khlongs, and daily life on water, 2 hours for $22.
“A lovely two hour cruise along the Chao Phraya river, seeing the sights of Bangkok, as well as learning about the history, architecture and economy of the city. Would recommend.”
2-hour White Orchid dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya: Thai and international buffet, live music, cabaret, and illuminated temple views.
“Every thing was good. The food, service and the show.”
Meet elephants at Nai Dee in Phuket with ethical feeding, Thai cooking, and optional mud bath, plus hotel transfers and photos.
“This was an amazing experience! We done the half day, and it was definitely worth every penny. We feed the elephants, got a Thai cooking classes, plus enough food and water throughout the day. We then bathed the elephants and it was an unforgettable experience! Highly recommend, the people doing the tour were amazing and…”
Khao Lak ethical elephant eco-walk with a guided jungle stroll, banana feeding, herbal vitamin balls, and a refreshing water moment.
“loved the whole experience. Was bit worried as pouring with rain but still so enjoyable. as the only 2 on the tour we got to spend quality time feeding the elephants. Jungle man was great and the handlers also took lots of photos for us while our hands were full with umbrellas and food”
Koh Samui 2-hour ATV adventure through jungle trails, viewpoints, and secret stops. Small-group guides, pickup included, $89.
“Everything worked out perfectly. From pickup time to drop off was seamless. The quad trip itself was just as great. The landscape and sceneries were incredibly amazing. The staff were all really kindhearted and helpful. Highly recommend to those who come Koh Samui seeking a little excitement on the hills of the island👍😁💪”
Phuket’s 2-hour ATV + Big Buddha ride with hotel pickup, safety gear, and serious views. Expect jungle tracks and photo stops.
“Really good experience from the start. Pickup from our hotel was smooth and overall good communication from the tour operator. The ATVs were in good working order and our guides ensured we had a good time but remained safe at all times. Highly recommend!”
A small-group, 2-hour eco tour at Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary with guided rescue stories, respectful feeding, jungle time, and included photos.
“This trip was absolutely fantastic. Our tour guide was brilliant and very knowledgeable, we learnt a lot from her. The only down side is our 7 year old is a very picky eater and she wouldn't eat any of the options that were provided so a child friendly option would be good. Other than that…”
A 2-hour Chao Phraya dinner cruise from ICONSIAM with Thai and international buffet, live music, and optional hotel pickup.
“A great afternoon activity on a boat! The food from the buffet was amazing and the sights were amazing. The staff was great and helpful and there was live music playing as well. One thing though is that the tickets pick up is a bit confusing. Read more”
Sunset canal tour in Bangkok with local food tasting, a small-group boat ride, and guided stops like Wat Arun and flower markets.
“My husband and I had an amazing experience with our tour guide, Nutty. She was extremely knowledgeable and taught us a lot about Bangkok and Thai culture that we couldn’t learn from our guidebook. I highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for a quick trip on the river!”
Learn SUP basics on Thailand’s River Kwai with a private coach, then paddle for views. Small group, safety-first, 1.5-2 hours, $22.
“It was really so much fun! We all enjoyed it very much and learned some new technicus. My children loved it (13, 12 and 10) as much as I did :-). Amd super nice to reveive the pictures afterwards! Joe (not his real Thai name) did a very good job! I can ansolutely recommend it!”
A 2-hour private full-body massage in Chiang Mai with pickup, cool welcome drinks, foot salt ritual, and tea plus snacks on the way out.
“Once I booked the tour, I received communications about setting up the pick up at the hotel. Unfortunately, the person that I was communicating with was confused because the tour was for the 23rd and the day I booked it was the 23rd. AfRead more”
Koh Samui ATV safari with jungle and mountain tracks, Phangan viewpoints, and a waterfall swim, plus hotel pickup and a small-group guide.
“This is a quality ATV tour, that isn’t a plain and simple ride, the tracks are steep and challenging. The guides are good and coach you but at the same time they don’t mind a bit of fun, drifting etc.”
A private 2-hour long-tail boat through Bangkok’s canal quietness, with one customizable stop, fish feeding, and flexible drop-off options.
“There was a lot to see. The captain was a bit erratic with the throttle. The starting point was at the cemetery. A funeral service was just taking place. That was a bit strange. But otherwise, the trip was really cool 👍🏻”
Su Esthetic Home Spa in Bangkok pairs a salt scrub with a 90-minute Korean-style aroma massage using argan and moringa oil.
“Great technique of body and facial massage, excellent hospitality. The place is clean and agreeable !”
Guided 2-hour ATV jungle tour in Koh Samui with automatic quads, pickup option, and viewpoint/photo stops plus a hilltop coconut shake.
“It depends what you’re expecting if you enjoy this tour. If just driving an atv around some of the island is enough, you will have a good time. This tour consisted of slowly driving behind the guide at the same speed for about 1hr 20 with breaks.”
