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Erawan Waterfall and River Kwai Exploration: A Day Tour with Bamboo Rafting from Bangkok
4.6
22 Ratings
Bangkok
Book this full-day tour of Kanchanaburi to visit some of the most amazing destinations including Erawan National Park, relax and swim to the beautiful terraced Erawan waterfalls, enjoy Bamboo Rafting in the River Kwai, and many other places.
Book this full-day tour of Kanchanaburi to visit some of the most amazing destinations including Erawan National Park, relax and swim to the beautiful terraced Erawan waterfalls, enjoy Bamboo Rafting in the River Kwai, and many other places.
Duration:
14 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bangkok - Begin with a hotel pickup from the lobby of your Bangkok city area accommodation.
- Kanchanaburi - As you travel to Kanchanaburi, enjoy the scenic drive through Thailand’s beautiful countryside. The lush landscapes, peaceful rivers, and charming villages provide a glimpse into the region’s rural allure.
- JEATH War Museum - Upon…
- Bangkok - Begin with a hotel pickup from the lobby of your Bangkok city area accommodation.
- Kanchanaburi - As you travel to Kanchanaburi, enjoy the scenic drive through Thailand’s beautiful countryside. The lush landscapes, peaceful rivers, and charming villages provide a glimpse into the region’s rural allure.
- JEATH War Museum - Upon reaching Kanchanaburi, start your historical journey at the JEATH War Museum, a moving tribute to the prisoners of war who faced immense hardships while building the Death Railway. Explore the museum’s detailed exhibits to understand the harsh conditions endured by the prisoners during the Japanese occupation. The museum’s collection of photographs, artifacts, and narratives vividly illustrates this painful historical chapter.
- Kanchanaburi War Cemetery - Next, visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, a solemn and tranquil site where thousands of Allied soldiers are laid to rest, having given their lives constructing the Burma Railway. This beautifully kept cemetery offers a serene setting, ideal for quiet contemplation. As you walk among the neatly arranged gravestones, take a moment to honor and pay tribute to the courageous individuals who perished during this dark period in history.
- River Kwai - After enjoying lunch at a local Thai restaurant, embark on an adventure on the River Kwai aboard an exotic bamboo raft. Feel free to jump from the raft and swim in the River Kwai as many times as you like.
- Burma-Thai Railway - Visit the famous bridge in Thailand that spans the Khwae River, a popular destination for visitors worldwide, including Europeans and Americans, who often mispronounce its name.
- Erawan National Park - Delight in the beauty of Erawan National Park.
- Erawan Waterfalls - Prepare for some exercise with a trek through the jungle to the stunning terraced Erawan waterfalls in Erawan National Park. Enjoy a swim or a paddle here if you prefer. (Please bring your swimwear if you wish to swim).
- Bangkok - After an invigorating hike through Erawan National Park, conclude your day of exploration. As you journey back to Bangkok, reflect on the remarkable blend of history and nature you’ve experienced. The memories of historical sites, breathtaking waterfalls, and the peaceful countryside will linger, leaving you feeling enriched and refreshed as you return to the vibrant city.

What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bangkok City
- Traditional Bamboo Rafting included
- Complimentary Thai Lunch
- Experienced English-speaking local guide
- Comfortable transport by private air-conditioned car
- Unable to pickup from Airbnb without house name/number
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bangkok City
- Traditional Bamboo Rafting included
- Complimentary Thai Lunch
- Experienced English-speaking local guide
- Comfortable transport by private air-conditioned car
- Unable to pickup from Airbnb without house name/number
What's Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Any item not included in inclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Any item not included in inclusions
Additional Information
- A maximum of 9 people per booking
- Group discount is available for group size of 2, 3, 4, 5 or more
- You are requested to mention your Bangkok pick up hotel name and address at the time of booking.
- Recommended for all travelers
- A maximum of 9 people per booking
- Group discount is available for group size of 2, 3, 4, 5 or more
- You are requested to mention your Bangkok pick up hotel name and address at the time of booking.
- Recommended for all travelers
Location
Bangkok
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(22 Ratings)
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Anthonycy9009ch
Aug 8, 2025
Great experience in a full day! - I had limited time in Bangkok so took this tour to experience as much as possible. The tour packed in a full day, from the history of the railway, walking across the Kwai river bridge, rafting and swimming in a waterfall. The tour guide and driver were very helpful and made suggestions to get the most of the day. I fully recommend if you have limited time and want to explore Thailand .
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Ashleighmn318yp
Jun 2, 2024
A pleasant experience - Aey was friendly and professional. Her English was good and she made sure we were comfortable, fed and hydrated throughout the day. The waterfalls were so amazing, my only advice would be to allow a little bit more time there instead.
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Allyssamariem2018
Apr 3, 2024
Great for families! - The tour company was responsive and accommodating to our needs, which made it more personalized. Miss Lacharoche was very knowledgeable and kind. She was a great photographer and gave us enough time to enjoy each attraction. The beauty of the attractions was mesmerizing. The driver was safe and the ride was smooth and comfortable. Water was included and the lunch was delicious! Great tour!
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Nsjtgqh8n7
Feb 29, 2024
Memorable day - Was a very good tour well organised and very attentive guide wat Also a lovely driver
Particularly enjoyed the bamboo raft very diffi
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Deborahn657
Feb 29, 2024
Very enjoyable day - We had a lovely day trip with our guide Wat saw lots of interesting things the bamboo raft was amazing and very sad to see the railway, our driver was lovely as well
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Ivette_c
Dec 3, 2023
Phenomenal!!! - The entire tour was phenomenal.. I cannot begin to accurately describe how wonderful our tour guide Aer was.
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Helen
Jul 21, 2023
EXCELLENT TOUR!!! Puk and Mr Krit were right on time, and early morning pickup - but sooo worth it!! Totally recommend! - Tour guide Puk and driver Mr Krit were perfect hosts! From the time they collected us to the time they dropped us off, they kept us informed and shared local knowledge along the way. They accommodated a slight change to our plan to allow for the train ride which we sooo appreciated. Long day however very much worth it! Thankyou!! 🌻
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Venecia_c
Oct 30, 2023
We survived, amazing - Tour guide Ms. A did an amazing job explaining Thailand culture. She was very personable and wanted us to get the best of our experience. The steps to the water crafting needs modification not safe. Overall I highly recommend Ms. A
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Amy
Jan 12, 2023
Great experience but a bit too dear- especially didn’t get to ride the train - The whole experience was amazing- especially at Erawan Waterfall. One thing set me off was the tour was expensive but didn’t get to ride the Train.
The tour guide Chanin wasn’t too bad.
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Morgan_w
Mar 20, 2023
Beautiful but should be an overnight trip - Had a bad experience and will NOT be using Viator again due to their terrible customer service. Be prepared you will be in the car for 8-9 hours!
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